Marion, SC *****
BrianVCharles.com/certs
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BRIAN V CHARLES
To install, configure, operate and troubleshoot routed & switched
OBJECTIVE
networks. Also make connections to remote sites via a WAN, mitigate basic
network security threats, and continue to learn and adapt to new
networking concepts and technology. CCNA VOICE is next for me.
Install, configure, operate and troubleshoot routed and switched networks.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Experienced in configuring VLANS and enforcing network security.
Experienced in configuring ASA and PIX firewalls.
Experienced with wireless controllers.
NETWORK SUPPORT ENGINEER – FRIEDMAN COMPUTER SOLUTIONS – ROCKVILLE, MD
EXPERIENCE
August 20, 2012 - Present
Provide network support to 40 Private and Charter Schools in Washington, DC Metro Area.
Install full network upgrades for clients. Consult and design networks for clients. Manage
and maintain servers in an Active Directory environment.
NETWORK TECHNICIAN – MARION SCHOOL DISTRICT TWO – MULLINS, SC
August 2008 – August 2012
Managed WAN / LAN. Installed and maintained Cisco Switches and Access Points. Installed
and maintained ASA5510 firewall. I supported 1,800 kids and 500 staff members as the
lead technician in that school district. Mastered new computer technology’s as the
curriculum changed for students. Provided quarterly reports for administration.
IT CONSULTANT – AWA INC. DBA. MCDONALDS – FLORENCE, SC
January 2003 - Present
Maintain and secure local area network / WLAN at main office. Research and recommend
new equipment for upgrades. Maintain backups of all vendors and important contracts.
Troubleshoot and manage laptops and desktops at all locations.
SELF STUDY – MARYLAND – CISCO SYSTEMS
EDUCATION
Cisco Certified Network Associate / Cisco ID No. CSCO11937650
SELF STUDY – MARYLAND - COMPTIA
Comptia Security + Certified
Comptia A+ Certified
I am a sociable person. Very easy to get along with and works great with a
COMMUNICATION
team.
I am ready and willing to take the lead at a moment’s notice. I have
LEADERSHIP
demonstrated my leader ships skills mostly when I worked for Marion
School District Two. My director was diagnosed with cancer and I ran the
entire district until she returned. I also applied for federal grant money
and got my School District funded $780,000 for full network and server
upgrades.
KENT WILLIAMS
REFERENCES
State Senator, State of South Carolina
WANDA JAMES
Owner/Operator, AWA Inc. dba McDonalds
DR. DARRELL HOLLLIDAY, PH.D.
Professor of Business Administration, Coker College
PAMELIA BROWN
Retired Director of Technology, Marion School District Two
Active Secret Clearance: YES
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