IT Professional
Windows Server Admin **** / **** ( Network Administrator ( Software
Administrator
Profile of Qualifications
. Proficiency in broad-based IT operations with specialization in
desktop and server support. Proficient at network management,
troubleshooting hardware and software deployment, configuration, and
support. Exercise considerable business savvy to define goals,
uncover challenges, propose creative modifications, and solution
implementation. Highly versatile and able to quickly adapt to new
roles, responsibilities, software and hardware. Strong interpersonal
communication skills and user support experience
Selected Achievements:
. Served as the project manager for three major IT network upgrades at
several college campus locations with a 100% achievement outcome
meeting implementation target and within budget forecast.
. Successfully merged the IT infrastructure of two campus locations and
installed 17 new network switches and 95 VOIP phones.
. Migrated 895 computers between two campus locations from Windows XP
to Windows 7 within target timeframe.
. Contributed to a $10,000 annual budget savings by purchasing more
efficient hardware and printers
. Built and developed better computer images for various desktops and
laptops to improve performance and productivity for student and
administrative networks.
. Spear headed the IT specialist program at one of the campuses in my
region, and I installed all the network components, software, PC's
and MAC's for the program.
Professional Experience
Everest College, Skokie, IL, 2010 to Present
Onsite Network Administrator
. Manage and administer active directory, DB, WFE servers (2003 / 2008)
. Use network monitoring tools (Net Flow) to review network traffic to
triage and resolve issues with congestion
. Install and tested all medical, dental, SmartBoard software before
images are uploaded to the campus computers
. Monitor 628 workstations for malware and virus's using trend micro
software
. Run data lines throughout the facility and punch down data jacks and
network patch bays as needed
. Track all tickets through ServiceNow IT service management.
. Define and implement improved corporate policies regarding the
location, safety and security of servers and equipment.
. Create images for laptops and desktops with company applications
using server 2008 R2 running WDS for standardization and quick
deployment.
. Regularly provide either on-site or remote support to end users
Update the inventory on the IT SharePoint site with any add, moves,
changes that may have happen during the week.
. Responsible for network documentation and weekly reports.
. Fix and repair all printers and copiers, and maintain print server
. Run report on SCCM to verify computer connectivity, and check for
configuration issues.
Hytek System, South Holland, IL, 2009 to 2010
Desktop Support Specialist
. Responsible for desktop software installation, PC upgrading and
network trouble shooting.
. Monitored status of the server rooms equipment.
. Assisted students, instructors, and staff with computer and
software related issues.
. Installed software and hardware devices as needed in class rooms,
offices, IDF and MDF.
. Open and close help tickets through track-it software
. Developed team mentoring abilities; noted ability to train and assist
others, coupled with an ability to be mentored by more experienced
team members to gain efficiencies.
Education
Associates of Applied Science in Computer Network Systems
ITT Technical Institute, Orland Park, IL
Affiliations
National BDPA - Chicago Chapter