MICHAEL RUSS
Clarks Summit, PA ***11
CELL PHONE: 570-***-****
E-mail: *******@***.***
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EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Bachelor of Technology - Network Administration 12/05
State University of New York, Cobleskill, NY
Associate in Applied Science - Computer Information Systems 05/04
State University of New York, Cobleskill, NY
RELATED SKILLS
OS Skills: Microsoft Windows Server 2008/ 2003/ 2000, XP, Vista, 7, MAC OS
10, Linux Red Hat, CISCO (Routers 3800, Switches 3700), Wireless 802.11
Programs: C++, Visual Basic, HTML, Dreamweaver, SharePoint, SQL, Project
Management, IIS, Microsoft Office 2003, 2007, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop,
VMware, Active Directory, Hyena, Bomgar, Lotus Notes, Remedy, Microsoft
Exchange 2007, 2003, Microsoft Outlook XP
Leadership: Boy Scouts of America, Eagle Scout Honor - Summer 2000
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Onforce/ External Networks - Repair Technician/ Contractor - NY, NJ, PA
Independent Contractor since 2007
. Diagnosed and repaired Windows XP, Server 2003/2008 and equipment
. Perform system builds including, MS Server 2003/2008, Active
Directory, DHCP
. Installed and Migrated IBM Blade Servers, Routers for Barnes & Noble
. Add/Deleted Groups and Users using Active Directory, Managed Exchange
software
. Installed/ Configured HP/IBM Laser Printers for USPS
IT Support Technician - Full Time - Contract
New York Ear and Eye Infirmary NY, NY August 2009 to December
2009
. Performed hands-on repairs/ upgrades of Windows XP, Server 2000,
2003, MAC 10
. Fixed Office 2007, Exchange 2007, Outlook XP, MDOffice Applications
. Provided equipment upgrades to LAN/ Monitored traffic and
troubleshooting
. Managed Server 2008/2008 including Polices, Standards and
Documentation
. Utilized Microsoft SharePoint/ Servers to load balance resources
. Maintained HP printers, Xerox Printers and wireless network
. Assessed user needs and worked with IT development team to meet
department goals
PC Field Service Technician - Full Time - Contract
Connexion Systems - Memorial Sloan Kettering, NY, NY December 2008
to April 2009
. Troubleshoot Windows Office 2007, Exchange 2003, Outlook XP, Clinical
Applications
. Planned for system upgrades/ Diagnosed server errors, maintained
records using Remedy
. Performed hands-on repairs of PC hardware, HP/ Lexmark/ Zebra
printers
. Data Migrations and Backups from Windows 2000 to XP
. Installed new disk images using Ghost, formatted HD, installed apps
and drivers
Technical Support Specialist - Full Time
Benco Dental, Wilkes-Barre, PA January -
September 2008
. Built Windows Server 2003 using VMware, Novell Domains & AD
users/groups
. Managed service calls, assisted field support technicians remotely
using Bomgar
. Troubleshoot Lotus Notes database problems, Microsoft XP, Office 2003
. Updated Symantec System-works Anti-virus program, resolved
spyware/malware/virus
Network Technician - Full Time
TRL-INC, Pittston, PA (Company Sold - Laid Off) June -
December 2007
. Maintained eighteen Windows Server 2003/2000 servers
. Implemented Windows Server 2003 tools such as Active Directory, DNS,
WINS
. Configured Sharepoint resource software, Exchange 2003
. Performed Bright store ArcServ Tape Backup daily tape rotation
. Installed Cat 3, 5, 6 fiber, cable, hubs and punched down phone wire
PC Technician - Full Time
Archiventure, Scranton, PA January 2007 -
June 2007
. Performed Hardware Repairs, upgrades and troubleshooting
. Installed Small Business Networks using Built Windows Server 2003
. Provided desktop support for computers and printers, Microsoft Office
2003
. Managed Cisco 3800 Routers, 3700 Switches and Active Directory, WINS
. Analyzed and Repaired spyware/malware/viruses using McAfee
PC Repair Tech - Full Time
Nepa Technologies, Peckville, PA June - December
2006
. Maintained SQL Database of client base, resources and business
information
. Developed the website, managing the upkeep of in-house PC and network
equipment
. Resolved customer PC/ Server problems including re-installs,
install/troubleshoot
. Performed file system modifications when requested including add/
delete, data mining
Project Support - Temporary Full Time
Allied Services, Scranton, PA January -
June 2006
Intern PC Technician- Internship
Red Frog Networks, Forty Fort, PA May - August
2004