JUSTIN NEWMAN
**** ********* **** *****, ***********, FL 32608 C: 352-***-**** ******.***@*****.*** Recent college graduate with network administration knowledge, including back-up, security management, e-mail systems and applications support. Has been sitting behind a terminal since I was old enough to reach the keyboard. Windows and Linux
Excellent problem-solving abilities
Data privacy applications
System upgrades
Network maintenance
System backups
Data backup and retrieval
Product templates
Network upgrades
Technical specifications creation
CISCO router management
Remote access technology
Excellent communication skills
Enterprise technologies
IP Forwarding proficient
Excellent diagnostic skills
Android and IOS proficient
Skilled with all Google Apps
IT Intern, 06/2016 to 08/2016
Alan Luck – Santa Fe College
Proposed technical feasibility solutions for new functional designs and suggested options for performance improvement of technical objects.
Managed firewall, network monitoring and server monitoring both on- and off-site making sure that no users could penetrate security.
Advocated for end-users to perform testing and problem analysis for server, desktop and IT infrastructure work. Thus making them more ready for the real world.
Monitored network performance and provided network performance statistical reports for both real-time and historical measurements.
Maintained all hardware in classrooms and security of the hardware and software. Installed and maintained DeepFreeze on all student run computers so that they would be fresh each time they restarted the system. Giving each student a clean system. Flashed Cisco Switches and Routers for the upcoming semesters. Wrote automated script that allowed for all the computers to download the same packages making room for more important jobs. This freed up more man hours so that we were able to get more accomplished. Set up media studio lights, software and updates for the animation and digital studio lab. Swapped and wiped both solid state and mechanical hard drives up to DOD spec. Set up VMware on all computers to run Linux Mint, Windows 7 and 8. Used Google apps such as Google Drive, Google Documents and Google Calendar to share critical data with each other. As well as Google domain services to set up a website. Media critic, blogger, 01/2010 to 03/2014
Independent Music Media – Los Angeles, California
Planned and conducted public relations program designed to create and maintain favorable public image for employer and client.
Wrote, designed and produced packaging and media strategy for The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Zebrahead, Awaken Demons, Hatebreed, The Dollyrots.
Established compatibility with third party software products by developing program for modification and integration.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
SKILLS
WORK HISTORY
Implemented company policies, technical procedures and standards for preserving the integrity and security of data, reports and access.
Directed 10 informational programs per quarter designed to foster favorable public images of our clients and their successes.
Represented the product or client to customers and the public. Set up the track lists and order for three different major movie soundtracks, as well as the theme. Creator, Editor in Chief, 02/2008 to 12/2011
YPA Press – Gainesville, Florida
Managed the layout and site design from the bottom up. Including all color choices and font management. Continued to updated themes as needed to keep the site current with the season. Set up the DNS server and all other internet services associated with as common large scale multi-page Word Press site.
Boasted a more than 100,000 per week unique hit count. Handled more than $13,000 per year in advertising sales space. A rather large amount for an three person operation.
Maintained all access control lists, security measures such as denial of service protection, password controls and SQL lists.
Technical consultant and office manager, 04/2006 to 10/2007 AOI Media – Gainesville, FL
Coordinated with systems partners to finalize designs and confirm requirements. Provided continued maintenance and development of bug fixes and patch sets for existing web applications. Provided documentation on start-up, shut down and first level troubleshooting of processes to help desk staff. Implemented company policies, technical procedures and standards for preserving the integrity and security of data, reports and access.
Consistently met deadlines and requirements for all production work orders. Managed creative projects from concept to completion while managing outside vendors. Developed work-flow charts and diagrams to ensure production team compliance with client deadlines with companies such as Bacardi, Maxim magazine, Dominos, Pepsi-Co and others. Network Support Specialist, 03/2002 to 08/2009
Prudential Preferred Properties – Gainesville, FL
Upgraded and expanded network systems and their components. Kept up-to-date on new developments in computer and network vulnerabilities, data hiding and encryption. Monitored over 1000 company-wide trouble ticket queues. Reviewed logs for all networking devices for unresolved abnormalities and problems. Troubleshot and maintained all networking devices and infrastructure across the enterprise including switches, routers and firewalls.
Diagnosed system hardware and software problems using advanced root-cause analysis. Worked extensively with Cisco router software to set up local networking. Built server systems and installed into racks.
Completed remote repairs involving software solutions and hardware repairs. Associate of Arts: History, 2003
Santa Fe College - Gainesville
Bachelor of Arts: History, 2006
EDUCATION
University of Florida - Gainesville, FL
Associate of Science: Network Services Technology, 2016 Santa Fe College - Gainesville, FL
Demonstrated a natural affinity for troubleshooting and resolving client issues quickly, and working within groups to solve problems
Thrived in a highly dynamic and ever changing IT department Received Security Plus and Pro certifications
Received Microsoft Desktop certification
Thrived in Security Plus and Pro class and certification tests Completed degree with a 3.5 GPA
Internship done within Santa Fe College itself.
Emphasis in Security during my degree's electives such as KERBOS, Novel, and other client applications. Associate's Degree with the suggestion that I move on to get my BA in Network Administration from my career counselor.
During my internship and work experience in IT I achieved the following Network Security
Updated network systems to support confidential company operations and eliminate hacking. System Design
Conceptualized and designed YPA Press that started off as a hobby and ended up being profitable in the end. Program Requirements
Wrote program requirements which succeeded in resetting all the machines to factory standard before semester began.
Problem Resolution
Responsible for support and development of company disaster recovery plan.Served as advocate for end-users, performing tests and problem analysis for server, desktop and IT infrastructure work. Installation
Installed appropriate security patches to dissolve security vulnerabilities. Quality Control
Proofread and edited all presentation materials prior to send-off to ensure accurate reporting of company data. Strategic Planning
Designed IT support strategy that clearly defined workflow between external clients, application teams, and infrastructure team.
Wrote and edited a sociology textbook on subculture studies that is available and being used in schools nationwide. As well as being featured on Amazon and in it's fourth edition. Authored numerous articles published in industry magazines, including "Interview with Jamie Jasta” in which was featured on the cover of Amped Magazine in June 2008. Network Plus/Pro
Security Plus/Pro
A Plus
Microsoft Desktop
Microsoft Certified Solution Developer
CCNP Routing & Switching
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CERTIFICATIONS