MICHAEL ARAGON

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NETWORK ENGINEER / NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE SPECIALIST

SUMMARY

A Network Engineer / Network Infrastructure Specialist with 17+ years of experience as a solutions-oriented professional designing, implementing and integrating cost-effective high-performance technical solutions to meet challenging business needs. A Network Administrator / LAN Specialist and Help Desk professional performing user support for all hardware / software and troubleshooting network / system problems. A record of superior on-the-job performance. Thorough, reliable and self-disciplined. Highly organized with acute attention to detail. Exceptional capacity to multitask; managing competing priorities. Works well as a team member or independently. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.

SKILL SETS

Detail Focused Timely Sound Decisions Time Management Problem Solving

Prioritizing Abilities Analytical skills Professional Standards

Plan / Oversee Projects from Conception to completion

Responsible and Conscientious Trainer

WORK EXPERIENCE

SHARP CORPORATION, Allentown, PA (www.sharpservices.com) 8/00-present

NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE SPECIALIST: 6/12-PRESENT

Formulated, developed and implemented integrated network architecture / infrastructure, including network design, wiring, telecommunication room wiring and network installation for new Allentown facility and planned for future enhancements/direction for that facility

DNS/DHCP, Telephony, RSA admin, Data Center provisioning and maintenance

Network monitoring and testing, video networks, data network and all communications

Administer, optimize and support LAN infrastructure consisting of Windows Active Directory and more than 200 Windows XP, 7 and Windows 8 professional desktops

Analyze and determine current computer and network systems technology and available vendor offerings to establish optimum computer and network architecture solutions

Monitor, support and implement internal network security; establish policies/ procedures

Formulate key aspects of security management, i.e.; threat/vulnerability assessment, intrusion detection, incident response, access control, operations and physical security and organize disaster recovery plan to ensure firm’s continued operation in case of emergency, utilizing – Nagios (Network Monitoring)

Coordinate projects with other departments and external organizations

Serve as high level technical expert on computer/network systems and associated issues

Design, develop and deliver training classes in areas of computer and network systems

Monitor and maintain network stability, maximize network performance by monitoring performance, troubleshooting network problems and outages

Outline requisite tasks and timetable to accomplish project goals and determine risk factor

Implement compliance with 21 CFR and part 11 code of Federal regulations that include measures to ensure the integrity of system operations, validation, archival, systems documentation, procedures used to protect authenticity, integrity and confidentiality of records, written policies established (SOPs)

Improved user proficiency in areas of basic computer knowledge and email usage through combination of training and implementation of user hardware and software policies

Identify infrastructure vulnerabilities.

6 years configuration experience with Cisco 3850, 3750, 3650 Core and 2960 Access switches and 2900 series routers.

ACHIEVEMENTS: Credited for developing and implementing software program combined with Excel worksheet resulting in 50% improvement in measured quality and user efficiency. Designed, developed and delivered our flagship facility, the first of our contract packaging plants where operations focused on high-tech and biotechnology solutions. Managed, designed and implemented the Network infrastructure at 120,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art packaging facility, including: 17 packaging suites, warehouse, cold storage, cafeteria, training room and six conference rooms. This five building facility specializes in Biotech packaging and was completed on time, under budget and with reduced material costs.

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SHARP CORPORATION - CONTINUEE

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR / LAN SPECIALIST / HELP DESK: 8/00-6/12

Perform as User Support for all hardware and software, including: troubleshooting Windows OS; Network and local printers; Adix Phone System; Windows and Novell Active Directory; Windows, Unix and Linux Servers; Dell Switches; RF Scanners; Payroll, Planning and label printing applications; ERP administration; QAD; Network Analysis; Fluke Optiview User Orientation; training; cGMP and Siemens BAS (Building Automation Systems)

ESSEX COUNTY COLLEGE, West Caldwell, NJ 9/02-2/07

PC TROUBLESHOOTING & NETWORK AJUNCT INSTRUCTOR:

Provided relevant and timely input for curriculum update and development

Wrote and provided course designed documents, prepared training guides, manuals, handouts, visual aides and other materials to be used in the training of prospective Computer Technicians / Network Administrators

Submitted Daily Time Records, Load Report/Work Schedules, quarterly examinations and lesson plans to department heads

Provided proper documentation of systems applications including system documentation

Researched and tested in a LAB environment

VANTAGE DATA CORPORATION, White Plains, NY 3/99-8/00

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR:

Maintained Windows NT Servers, Novell NetWare 5 an Novell 3.12

Set up and configured Microsoft Exchange server, Domino Server 4.6 & Client 4.6

Upgraded systems by installing hard drives, Hubs, NICS, and other Hardware peripherals

Configured various network printing, cabling, connectivity and PC related problems

Set up and configured 3Com routers in a Frame Relay environment

Planned and designed network configurations and managed network performance for multiple services, including: Backbone, router and Frame Relay service, desktop hardware, server hardware and dial-up access

Collect, localize, isolate, correct and verify problem resolutions using effective proactive and reactive measures

Purchased, installed and tested all computer applications

Set up appropriate user profiles to enhance security

Conducted security audit of policies and systems

Manage problem recognition, research, isolation, resolution and follow-up for user problems

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

CHUBB Institute, White Plains, NY

Major: Network Engineering GPA 3.5

Westchester Business Institute, White Plains, NY

Computer Network Administration GPA 3.95

CERTIFICATIONS

Microsoft Certified Professional ((MCP) Certified Novell Administrator (CNA)

Certified Digital Forensics Investigator (CDFI) CCNAX-2.0 Networking

Devices: Accelerated 3Com Netbuilder Series IP Routing Cisco

Routing and Switching Siemens 5-655 Infocenter

Suite with Utility Cost Administrator

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Hardware: Dell HP c7000 Series

Networking: Cisco Dell 3Com Netgear

Operating Systems: Windows Linux Unix Novell

Servers: Windows Novell Netware Linux Unix Vmware

Software: Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint Access Outlook

Document Production: Change controls SOPs Protocol Execution

Applications: Kronos Payroll System Siemens BAS VMWare vCenter

Platforms: DOS Windows Novell Linux HP Unix Adix/lwatsu Phone System

VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES

Tri-State Saints Tour for Special Needs Children – performed with musical bands from the Pike County PA area Someone Save Me Tour – to help homeless Veterans

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