Director
Resume:
Nicholas M. Socha
** **** **** *****, ********** Falls, New York 12590
****.*****@*****.***
Qualifications Profile
Multifaceted, performance-focused, and highly analytical professional with wide ranging experience in all facets of IT operations
encompassing networking, datacenter, server architecture, and IT administration.
Equipped with strong analytical and strategic planning abilities in troubleshooting computer programs, creating and implementing
effective procedures, and identifying complex issues.
Known for problem-solving and critical thinking skills in evaluating issues, formulating strategic action plans, and resolving
complex situations.
Skilled in leading multi-disciplinary technology programs, new installations, and complex migrations across a range of
infrastructures
Armed with communication and interpersonal aptitudes essential in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with
key stakeholders.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Virtualization
IT Department Management and Administration
Disaster Recovery
Voice and Data Troubleshooting and Repair
Firewall Management
Domain Configuration and Management
LAN/WAN Network Administration
Electronic Trading Administration and Support
Microsoft Exchange Administration
Symantec / Kaspersky Endpoint protection
Symantec Backup Exec
Veeam Backup and Replication
Professional Experience
Cramer, Rosenthal, McGlynn, LLC, New York, NY
Vice President Information Systems Manager Network Architect Apr 1999–Present
Hold responsibility for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of all servers, workstations, printers, copiers, fax
machines, and all networking equipment such as firewalls, routers, and switches including the following:
Microsoft Windows DFS, Active Directory, WSUS
Microsoft Hyper-V Virtualization
VMware 5.x / 6.x Virtualization
Microsoft SQL Server Administration
Avaya CM4.x Voice System Administration
Cisco Unified Communications System Administration
Cisco Catalyst / Meraki / HP Procurve Switches
LAN/WAN/WiFi Networks
FIX - Electronic Trading Support
Microsoft Exchange 2010
Lotus Domino/Notes 7.x/8.x/9.x
Cisco Ironport E-mail Gateway
Cisco Sourcefire IPS
Cisco ASA Firewall
Barracuda Web Application Firewall
Dell PowerVault ISCSI SAN
Led build out and execution of the firms disaster recovery (DR) center
Own update process for hardware and software systems to ensure smooth operations and keeping abreast with the latest technologies
and security procedures while providing 24/7 support to users and trade desks
Initiate, manage, and maintain vendor and consultant relationships including various financial sector vendors such as Bloomberg,
Thomson Reuters, DTCC, Factset, Russel, and S&P
Career Highlights
Planned and led the migration and build out of the following:
Novell to Microsoft Windows domain as well as the configuration of DNS and DHCP
DR offices in Newark and Iselin
Iselin datacenter to Texas
Nortel phone system to Avaya
Avaya to Cisco Unified Communications
Lotus Domino and Notes to Microsoft Exchange 2010
New data center in new main office
Led efforts in rebuilding core network infrastructure as well as the installation of new core switching, new redundant Cisco ASA
firewalls, and new Cisco Sourcefire Intrusion Prevention System
Drove efforts in the shutdown of branch office and the migration of users and systems to the main office
Functioned effectively as member of the committee, responsible for the continuous development and updating of all Cybersecurity and
IT policies and procedures.
Served as member of the Conversion Team involved with migrating the firms Trade Back Office System from Indata to Advent as well as
the Trade Order Management System from Indata to Charles River
Earlier Career
Transcare, Long Island City, NY
IT Technician
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Avionics (Aircraft Electronics) - College of Aeronautics
Certifications
Microsoft Windows Server MS Exchange Server Novell CNA/CNE Microsoft Certified Professional
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