Scott G. Jones
Rockwall, TX *****
*****@***********.***
http://www.linkedin.com/in/scottgjones
Senior Windows System Engineer
Summary
Information Technology professional with expertise in supporting Corporate
and Retail Environments, specializing in Windows Server and VMware
technologies. Extensive experience in Application Integration, Development
Support, Large Scale Windows system deployments, Remote Infrastructure
Monitoring, Virtualization, and Project Management. Architected and
executed Windows-based Point Of Sale environment of over 350 servers and
4100 registers across 81 locations.
o Virtual Infrastructure Administration
o Application Integration and Server Support
o Systems Engineering
o PCI Security
o Point of Sale Architect
o Project Management
o Systems Architect
o Remote Systems Management & Alerting
o Active Directory Management
o Microsoft Cluster Management
o Operating System Imaging Deployment
o Technical Trainer
Certifications
o Certified Novell 3.x Engineer, 1990
o Currently obtaining VMware Certified Professional on vSphere 4
o Currently obtaining MSCE
professional Experience
Neiman Marcus, Fort Worth, Texas
1988 - 2010
Senior Windows System Engineer (1996 - 2010)
o Implemented large scale deployment of 140 ESXi hosts across 70 locations,
virtualizing 350 servers in process.
o Managed corporate virtual environment of 36 ESX hosts and 364 virtual
machines.
o Provided third level services and support to applications groups for both
in-house developments and outside vendor implementations.
o Managed and provided ongoing support for a 900 server Windows file and
application server infrastructure.
o Specified and qualified new hardware for Windows servers, ESX hosts and
Windows clients.
o Architected Ad Hoc encryption environment to help meet Payment Card
Industry requirements. Worked with 12 departments to redesign business
processes to migrate 158 GB of customer data to secured area on
asymmetrical encryption servers.
o Architected and executed existing Point Of Sale environment of over 350
servers and 4100 registers across 81 locations.
o Managed project timelines, vendor relationships, hardware purchases and
services for numerous IT infrastructure projects up to $4 million in
scope.
o Implemented standards, policies, and processes to support x86 based
servers in the enterprise.
o Provided technology roadmaps and guided technical decisions involving
infrastructure.
o Implemented and managed 900 node HP System Insight Management (SIM)
system for remote monitoring of all Intel based server hardware.
o Leveraged BMC Marimba, Blade Logic, IPSwitch, WhatsUp, and NetIQ for
Application monitoring and alerting.
o Supported all Active Directory domains for the enterprise.
o Designed and supported development / test implementations of Microsoft
Cluster Server (2003 Enterprise) and Microsoft SQL 2005.
o Created initial Windows image and ongoing deployment process for 4,100
Windows based cash registers.
o Taught numerous training sessions pertaining to various server
technologies.
Scott G. Jones 214-***-****
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Manager of Capital Planning and Programming (1992 - 1996)
o Guided CEO and Senior Executive Management regarding Selling Space
Layouts in new store development to ensure maximum ROI for merchandise
placement.
o Generated store productivity figures (dollars per square foot) for CEO
and Senior Executive Management.
o Defined, implemented five (5) year Cash Flow Forecasting process and
documentation to allow strategic management of Capital expenditures.
o Produced Square Footage Programs for both new store construction and
store remodels. This allowed Senior Executive Management to accurately
compare like sales of merchandise strategies across the country.
o Managed and supported users of Construction Division Novell LAN.
Draftsman (1988 - 1992)
o Produced construction drawings for in house remodels of stores, and
design layouts for vendor boutiques.
o Architected first CADD system at Neiman Marcus in 1989.
o Architected first PC based, 75 node Novell LAN at Neiman Marcus in 1990.
Education
Bachelor's of Interior Architecture, Kansas State University, Manhattan,
Kansas
General studies, Southwest Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri
Professional Development
VMware vSphere Install, Configure, Manage v4 September 2009
Securing Vista and Server 2008 October 2008
Windows Server 2008 Custom Accelerated September 2008
Scott G. Jones
Rockwall, TX 75032
*****@***********.***
http://www.linkedin.com/in/scottgjones
TECHNICAL ADDENDUM
Operating Systems VMware ESX 3.5, vSphere 4.0 ESX and ESXi, vCenter
Server, VMware Workstation, Microsoft Windows
Server 2008, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server
2000, Windows NT Server (3.51, 4.0), Novell Netware
(3.x, 4.x), Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, XP, 2000
Professional, Microsoft POSReady 2009, WinPE
Scripting Languages Batch shell scripting, PowerShell, VBScript
Server Platforms Microsoft Active Directory, Citrix MetaFrame 1.8,
Lotus Domino 5.0, Blackberry Enterprise Server
4.1.6.40, Microsoft SQL Server (2000, 2005), RSA
File Security Manager, Terminal Services, Microsoft
Cluster Services
Infrastructure Applications VMware vSphere Client, Veeam Monitor, Veeam
FastSCP, IPSwitch WhatsUPGold (12.0.2), NetIQ
(3.4, 4.0, 4.3), RSA SecurID Ace Server, Dameware,
VNC Viewer, Veritas NetBackup (4.6), McAfee
VirusScan Enterprise, McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator,
HP System Insight Manager, ICE, BMC Marimba, Ghost,
Microsoft Systems Management Server 1.2, PXE
Enterprise Business Microsoft Office suite, Avaya NICE, Avaya Witness,
Applications Avaya DSI Marquee, 41st FraudNet, Aloha Point Of
Sale, Lenel Systems OnGuard, Trane Tracer ES
Network Protocols / DHCP, WINS, DNS, SNMP, FTP, TCP/IP, IPX/SPX
Software
Security Standards Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI
DSS)
Hardware HP ProLiant DL360 G2 through G6, HP ProLiant DL380
G2 through G6, HP ProLiant DL580 G2 through G6, HP
Blade chassis, Host Bus Adapters, Network Interface
Cards, SCSI, RAID, APC UPS, Firmware upgrades,
networked printers, Ethernet, hubs