Qualifications Summary
Certified solutions-focused support engineer equipped with over 7 years of
IT professional experience. Background includes escalation support, network
administration, and systems administration. Perceptive and exemplifies
commitment to providing first-rate response. Possess excellent analytical
and technical cognizance with a strong blend of oral and written
communication and business acumen to interface effectively with non
technical administrators and management.
Technical Certifications & Training
Cisco Certified Network Professional (pending) (CCNP)
Certified Wan Administrator (CWA)
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
CompTIA Network+ Certified Professional (Network+)
CompTIA A+ Certified (A+)
Technical Skills Summary
OS & Enterprise Apps: Windows 2003, 2008 Servers; Exchange Server 2007,
Cisco IOS Norton Anti-virus, ISA firewall, Proxy
Server, VMware, Terminal Server, Citrix, Net Backup,
Backup-Exec, RAID, SCSI, Active Directory, DNS,
WINS, DHCP, RIS, GPMC, RRAS, Remote Desktop, IIS
Network Technologies: Cisco Routers, Switches, Wireless, T1, Ethernet,
Fast Ethernet, WAN, LAN, TCP/IP, CDP, RIP, RIPv2,
OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, IPv6, VTP, PVRST+, VLAN, HSRP,
STP, SVI, CEF, Frame-relay, PPP, Access Control
List, (ACL) Network Address Translation, (NAT), Port
Address Translation, (PAT), Redistribution, OSPF
virtual links
Desktop Technologies: Windows 2000/XP/7, Microsoft Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet Explorer, Lotus Notes,
Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Scanners, Desktop and
Networked Printers Microsoft
Professional Experience
John Hancock Financial
Services/Contracts 2003-Present
Technical Support Consultant
(Contractor)
Provide on-site and remote desktop support services to nonprofit
organizations and small businesses. Activities include performing
hardware/software installations, configurations, and troubleshooting which
requires research, recognition, isolation, and resolution. Investigate
system problems and provide solutions using specific product knowledge,
system utilities, and operating environment. Prepare and maintain
documentation and provide progress reports for management. Most recent
projects include:
* Installation of new HP server hardware and performing server migration
from Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008 for Boston Ten Point
Coalition
* Performed creation and administration of primary and secondary domain
controllers using Active Directory services
* Performed creation and administration of user accounts, user profiles and
enforcement of access and security policies, and disk quotas by means of
OUs and Group Policy Management
* Implemented and configured DNS and AD Integrated Zones
* Designed and deployed new efficient network for People's Choice Tax
Services to be more productive and gain speed and proficient access to
shared applications
* Performed hardware and software installation, peripheral setup, upgrades,
and network configuration for Bethel AME Church through Tech Wave Group
resulting in an efficient state of infrastructure and increased
productivity for end users
* Deploy home wired and wireless networks through installation,
troubleshooting, and configuration of security settings for individual
end users
* Maintain excellent operational condition of computers by performing
system backups and cleanups including removal of malware / spyware, and
complete OS reinstallation
* Act as technical information resource to clients and educate them
regarding PC usage and safe Internet browsing as well as recommend
appropriate software and hardware as necessary
Micro Center - Cambridge, MA
Technical Support Analyst / Coordinator
Maintained excellent level of customer support through vendor management
along with strong analytical and technical skills in addition to strong
business sense resulting in customer satisfaction and increased in sales.
* Responsible for the installation and troubleshooting of various network
technologies while providing escalation support for clients.
* Additional roles include technical assessments and recommendations of
solutions for hardware and software systems.
Education
LAN/WAN Professional LAN/WAN Engineer Program - CCNA, CCNP, CCIP, CCIE
University of Phoenix Bachelor of Science in Information Technology