Engineer Software
Resume:
DREY BLEVINS
**** ********* ***** **, *******, NC 27316
abhw9i@r.postjobfree.com
Objective or Summary:
Systems Administrator Engineer position allowing for parlay of demonstrated
IT/MIS knowledge and technical skills proven by over 10 years of hands-on
computer experience in a multitude of job settings; To maintain and
protect the internal information systems within the WAN/LAN, maintain
servers, desktops and laptops, and provide support for all IT related
issues.
Technical Summary
Operating Systems: Windows (All), Linux Red Hat Enterprise, Mobile devices
(Palm, Blackberry, etc.), Cisco firewall (UNIX).
Hardware: Build pc's, perform hardware changes, mobile device repair
(minor), printer repair, Cisco ASA firewalls.
Software: Microsoft Office (2003, 2007, and 2010), Oracle, Java, Adobe
Photoshop, Diagnosis software, Backup Exec, Dreamweaver, Altiris, VMware,
LUA Buglight and HP Service Center.
Languages: Visual Basic
Databases: SQL related databases (Microsoft SharePoint services, Crystal
Reports)
Work Experience
RRTQ
September 2010-Current (Contract Position with Food Lion Headquarters)
Systems Engineer
Working as Systems Engineer. This is a contract position working with the
Active Directory team to remove Administrator permissions from 15,000
nodes. After removal, I must run programs that have stopped working due to
the downgrade to the User group and find why they have broken and if they
can be fixed without re-assigning to the Administrator group and then fix
them.
. Use Process Monitor and LUA Buglight to find program failures.
. Take calls from users with UAC issues and remote into their machines
using Altiris Deployment console.
. Use HP Service Center to find install instructions for user software.
. Create scripts to fix registry issues.
. Use VMware to test different programs on different settings using the
Snapshot feature.
Technical environment: Windows XP, Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Office
2010 and 2007, Process Monitor, LUA Buglight, Altiris, HP Service Center
and VMware.
WSJS/WMFR/WSML/WPCM/WZTK Curtis Media Group
June 2005-March 2010 (Company-wide layoffs)
Greensboro Market IT Director/Webmaster/Assistant Chief Engineer
Radio Host for "Computer Talk"-Answer listeners' computer questions
Managed IT Department for five radio stations in 4 separate
buildings/locations. Maintained websites for each station. Performed
server, desktop and laptop repairs, including software. Maintained networks
and firewalls and load balancers. Maintained mobile devices.
. Moved WSJS from an NT server with no desktop/user security over to
Server 2003 and Active Directory within first 6 months of employment.
Researched servers and prices and was allowed to make the final
decision on hardware.
. Replaced desktops with new Dells after researching, pricing and working
out a deal with Dell.
. Supported 105 users, 8 servers, 122 desktops/laptops and all mobile
devices.
. Became the host of the radio show, Computer Talk. Answered listener's
questions on-air. After I joined the show, the sponsor, The Computer
Place saw sales increase as I recommended their services.
. Learned electronics and soldering.
. Learned PBX phone system and linked station audio through the "on hold"
system using the punch down panels.
. Added 2 radio stations to our Marketron financial systems over one
weekend.
. Learned CSS and Dreamweaver in order to become webmaster.
. Created and launched websites in 2007.
. Created station "classes" where I taught the staff how to efficiently
use the Windows XP operating system. (Tips and Tricks)
. Created database where I logged each desktop/laptop/server/mobile
device that the company owned, assigned serial numbers and kept
maintenance logs.
. Mapped network from room/jack assignment to hubs through to the HP
switches for easier diagnosis of network issues.
. Diagnosed software application failures (Scott Studios/Marketron Wicks)
in order to find solutions for end users.
Technical environment: Windows XP, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Server 2003,
SharePoint Services, Scott Studios audio delivery system, Mobile devices,
Cisco ASA firewalls, load balancers.
FORSYTH TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Adjunct Instructor for Computer Security Curriculum
Spring 2005-Summer 2006
Taught computer security online and in the classroom.
. Created lesson plans for learning computer security and protocols.
. Created exams and tests.
. Tutored students who needed help.
WHOLE FOODS MARKET
Backup Store Systems Integrator/Produce Department Team Member
March 2004 - September 2005
Worked in Produce department and assisted the store IT person.
. Helped customers with produce selections.
. Created displays for sale items.
. Assisted store IT person keep systems online and keep price tags
updated weekly.
CRUMLEY AND ASSOCIATES
Legal Intake Manager - Winston-Salem Location
October 2000 - February 2002
Took the initial phone call from potential clients.
. Took initial phone call from potential clients.
. Met with attorneys to decide if caller had an actual case.
. Assisted paralegals with caseloads.
ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS SERVICE
Laboratory Supervisor/Tech Support
June 1994 - October 2000
Tested milk and water samples and maintained computer/testing equipment.
. Tested milk and water samples.
. Supervised the running of the labs to assure accurate test results.
. Maintained testing equipment and computer systems.
. Managed 3 people daily.
Publishing
Published author in "Radio Guide" magazine "Software That Won't Break the
Bank" - January 2009
Education
FORSYTH TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
A.A.S. Networking Technology
May 2005
Phi Theta Kappa Honors Graduate
FORSYTH TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
A.A.S. Criminal Justice
May 2000
Phi Theta Kappa Honors Graduate
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