Michael D. South
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Network Administrator
Skilled, results-oriented IT network engineering professional with solid
history and success installing, testing, and maintaining Windows, Dell and
Cisco-based systems. Demonstrated abilities in customization and
integration with in-depth knowledge of leading system, anti virus and data
security procedures. Extensive experience utilizing cutting edge tools and
processes to develop and execute efficient, cost-effective solutions.
Areas of Expertise:
Technical Assistance & User Support Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution
PC Hardware Computer Configuration & Repair
Windows XP/7/2003 Technical Documentation
Server 2003/2008
Exchange Server 2003/2007
IBM Blade Server X336,365,366
VMware
Solaris
Linux
Certificatio MS Certified Professional - Windows 2000 Pro & Server (MCP),
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Platforms: DOS, MacOS, Windows 3x/9x/NT/2000/2003/CE/XP/7. Windows Exchange
Server, Unix, Linux, VMware Vsphere
Tools: MS Office, Server 2003/2008, Lotus Notes Domino 7.0 Administration,
Exchange Server 2003/2007 install and administration. Windows XP,
Administration, TCP/IP, Novell 4.11, ArcserveIT, WebTrends
Professional suite, Ghost and Acronis Drive Image/Copy hardware
imaging software, Active directory, Sysprep, Registry modification
Anti Virus updates and deployment management. DHCP, DNS Active
Directory. Veritas NetBackup exec. IBM and Dell Servers. Data Backup
and protection. Suse Linux, SANS, Secure data handling experience.
Fluke Network tools, Shavlik NetProtect, UNIX, Solaris 10.VMware
Server (ESX 4, ESX 3.5.), BladeLogic.
Hardware: Network interface cards, HP Laserjet, Deskjet and Scanjet products,
Dell and Blackberry PDA's motherboard configuration, video cards,
SCSI, Toshiba and Gateway 2000 IBM notebook, Avaya telecom, Ethernet,
Cat5, token ring, WIFI networks, WEP, WPA
CDI Camarillo California 09/06/2008 to 05/28.2010
ADP
Senior Network Administration
500 Server data center.
Maintain Unix/Solaris 10, Windows 2K3, data center servers. Network
structure creation. Cabling cat/6. Recommendation of purchasing of
equipment. IBM server testing and fail over remediation. Server patching
load balancing and testing. Server connection monitoring, Iron Mountain
Veritas backup administration. Server build and rack system
configuration. 24/7 operation on call support for data center. Server
2003 and 2008 trouble shooting and performance tuning. Documentation.
Cabling. VMware/virtualization administration. Bladelogic Server
administration. Windows 7 deployment methodologies. Disaster recovery and
Exchange server 2007 administration.
SMCI Glendale California 3/31/2008 - 09/06/2008
AMGEN CORPORATION
Windows XP/Vista Project engineer.
Conduct smoke test evaluation of Amgens image release. Document problems
and their resolutions in regard to the image deployment . Recommend
changes to and apply those processes to the image. Best practices with
the implementation of Microsft BDD2007, Ghost 14.0, USMT 3.1, and
Windows PE 2.0. Further involvement in security project such as
BitLocker and other encryption software. Extensive documentation
of processes related to the overall project flow.
AVON Products, Pasadena, California 3/2007 - 12/2007
Senior Network Analyst
Administration/desktop support for the AVON multi-server Windows 2003
LAN, 300+ workstations on and off site VPN users. Maintain Lotus notes
Domino R7. Exchange Server 2003 administration and maintenance.
Administer new accounts. Active Directory administration. Prepare and
update IT documentation. Implement network security policies, promptly
address server security issues, and apply appropriate security patches
and upgrades. 3rd level desktop support with XP and VISTA Maintenance of
zebra printers. Veritas Backup administration. Network printer setup and
configuration Maintain system tape backups and implemented disaster
recovery plans. VPN configuration and implantation. Recommend, evaluate,
purchase, and inventory IT assets. DHCP/DNS control.
Key Achievements:
Introduce new asset management system.
Produced new network diagram.
Backup and archive system overhauled.
JT3/Unisys, Edwards Air Force Base, California 4/2000 - 3/2007
Network Engineer
Top Secret Clearance as of September 05
Provide network, Tier 3 desktop support/administration for the Edwards
AFB Flight Test Center's multi-server Windows NT LAN, 200+ workstations
and 300+ end-users. Active directory/User organization .Exchange
server/email support. Lotus/Domino notes R5 administration. Maintain
availability of public and private Internet/intranet sites, Windows and
Novell network resources, and peripheral equipment. Prepare quarterly Web
usage statistics and produce system/network documentation, SOPs and IT
policies. Implement network security policies, promptly address server
security issues, and apply appropriate security patches and upgrades.
BlackBerry configuration and support. Maintain Linux workstations.
Network printer setup and configuration Maintain system tape backups and
implemented disaster recovery plans. Recommend, evaluate, purchase, and
inventory IT assets. Study and apply the Theory of Constraints within the
organization.
Key Achievements:
. Utilized and configured TCP/IP and IPXSPX on client side support.
. Implemented effective security procedures and technologies to ensure a
secure, robust network environment; supplied in-depth knowledge of PKI
and PGP encryption.
. Boeing VPN deployment project ABL program.
. Supported seamless rollout of new Dell machines through the efficient
drive imaging and system preparation.
. Designed and successfully implemented an efficient multi-node network
expansion
Tek Systems, 3M Corporation, Pasadena, California 12/1997 - 4/2000
Technical Support Specialist
Installed and configured workstations, printers, operating systems, and
accounts. Demonstrated advanced skills in TCP/IP, DHCP, IPXSPX, and
NetWare 4.11 . Performed daily maintenance of the PDC through efficient
account maintenance and routine system and Arc server backups. Created
SOP documentation for installation and roll out of company software
suites and updates. Deliver hardware and software purchasing
recommendations, and maintained storage media and software library.
Key Achievements:
. Administered national, overseas Exchange, and NT server accounts.
. Delivered skillful 1st and 2nd tier help desk support for both U.S.
and London offices.
. Ensured user network connection and policy implementation across an 85
node LAN.
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Audio video Manager (5+ Technicians business center) Hyatt Regency and
Radisson Hotels 1990 through 1996.
Education Edison High School 1982
University of Phoenix, Palmdale, California
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - 2005
MBA, Information Technology Management. 2007