RODRICK MORGAN
Long Beach, CA ***** 310-***-**** *******.******@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Network Engineer and Military Veteran with a Secret Security Clearance and 10 years of proven experience in the United States Marine Corps. Accomplished measurable results while leading 5 – 30 personnel in a dynamic, fast - paced environment. Possess a comprehensive background in Network Management and Communications Systems derived from conducting domestic and global operations. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets, property, and equipment valued in excess of over $1000K while meeting the expectations of senior leadership. Possess extensive knowledge in Help Desk Operations, Customer Service, and Information Technology Installation. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism to include a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. Career supported by Cisco Routing, Switching, a Call Manager (CUCM) courses; Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator Certification course; Networking Technology Diploma, and vast operational experience.
Network Engineering
Leadership
Data Analysis
Cisco Routers/Switches
Help Desk Support
Time Management
Customer Service
Communication/Organization
Cisco Wireless Access
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Salvation Army Bell Shelter – Bell, CA April 2016 – Present
Technical Support Engineer Volunteer
Assisted a team of 3-5 employees through the facility on IT tasks, including desktop, network, and wireless support during an 8-hour day and in an on-call capacity
Identified and repaired all technical issues and reported them to the management staff to ensure defective equipment was replaced
Ensured clients had access to working desktop computers in two computer rooms to complete homework assignments and job search requirements
Supported staff members with connection to file servers, printers, and wireless Access Points (AP)
Promax Systems – Santa Ana, CA October 2014 – April 2016
Support Engineer
Provided enterprise level system support with proprietary server integration to business and educational institutions, as well as the consumer market
Provided executive level support for all archive appliance solutions offered
Utilized and implemented excellent analytical communications with business owners, end user’s consumers, and co-workers
Maintained switch configuration while dealing with various ports
Worked with major productions companies such as Time Warner Cable, Music Choice, Arizona Cardinals football team, St. Louis Rams, and various other organizations to solve network related issues
Cable Broadband & Telecommunications – Conyers, GA March 2012 – October 2014
Network Engineer
Provided executive level system support in the data and telecommunications services to the business and consumer market
Utilized and implemented excellent analytical communication with business owners, end user’s consumers, and co-workers
Led and maintained VOIP, routing, and switching while working with major ISP’s routers for customers using CBeyond, Comcast, Windstream, AT&T, and Verizon
RODRICK MORGAN, PG. 2
Morganized Data Resources – Long Beach, CA April 2011 – March 2012
Field Technician
Provided consumer level system support in the data and telecommunications area to over 100 small business in the greater Los Angeles and Orange County area
Aggressively and effectively employed troubleshooting and analytical techniques to solve customer service related issues
Installed and maintained over 50 different wireless and data networks with the customers approval
Offered remote desktop and network support to all distant clients through remote management and support tools
Victor Valley Community College – Victorville, CA January 2007 – April 2011
Network Manager & Communications System Coordinator
Provided executive level system support in the data and telecommunications for 100+ users
Utilized and implemented excellent analytical communication with executives and co-workers
Maintained the VOIP and demonstrated world class customer support
Installed and maintained over 300 VOIP Cisco phones (Wireless and Desktop)
Managed and maintained 100 cisco switches, 1 cisco router on a WAN
ADDITIONAL WORK HISTORY
Whalen & Company, INC., Network Engineer, Torrance, CA 2000 – 2006
EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATIONS
Cisco Unified Communications 7 & Unity 7 Course, Ascolta Pasadena, CA – 2009
MAC, Linux, and Cisco Networking, Voice, & Wireless Victor Valley Community College Victorville, CA – 2011
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) University of West Florida Pensacola, FL – 2006
Novell 5.1 Admin (v 2.0) course for a C.N.A. Certification Info Tech, Los Angeles, CA – 2001
Networking Technology Diploma, United Educational Institute Huntington Park, CA – 1999
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Marine Corps Primary Leadership Development Course
Marine Corps Mechanic and Maintenance Course
Navy Substance Abuse and Prevention Leaders Course
NOTABLE AWARDS AND HONORS
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
Certificate of Commendation
Kuwait Liberation Medal
Southwest Asia Service Medal (2)