Austin Farrell
Columbus, OH 614-***-**** ***************@*****.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/austinfarrell/
Executive Summary
Eight years of experience as Systems Administrator and Network Engineer. Skilled in troubleshooting, project management, and customer service. Studying Cybersecurity and Information Assurance at Western Governors University.
Technologies and Proficiencies
Active Directory
Cisco IOS CLI
Windows 7
Windows 10
Mac OS
Casper
PowerShell
Exchange, Office 365
Routing
Switching
Wireless
Security
VLANS
Cisco CUCM
Cisco Prime Infrastructure
Virtualization
VPN
Problem Solving
LDAP
DHCP, DNS
McAfee Endpoint Protection
BitLocker
Cisco UCS
Troubleshooting
Solarwinds
Project Management
Server Administration
Network Configuration
Nessus
Vulnerability Management
Certifications
CompTIA A+
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Security+
MTA – Network Fundamentals
MTA – OS Fundamentals
CIW Site Development Associate
ITIL Foundations
Cisco CCENT
CompTIA Project+
Experience
NETWORK ENGINEER EXPRESS COLUMBUS, OH SEPT 2017 - PRESENT
Troubleshoot escalated incident tickets related to Store and Home Office network infrastructure
Perform network-related service request fulfillment
Build and deploy new store data and voice network infrastructure and configuration
Coordinate with and manage multiple parties, both internal and external to ensure successful, on-time project completion
Travel throughout the United States to stores to conduct wireless site surveys, recommend changes when needed
DESKTOP ANALYST EXPRESS COLUMBUS, OH MAR 2015 – SEPT 2017
Primarily focused on request fulfillment including identity and access management, add, change, and remove duties, new hire setup, deployment, employee/contractor termination and lockout fulfillment
Troubleshoot escalated incident tickets to resolution for users, including executive support for Columbus, NYC and Field
Partner with HR, Facilities, and hiring managers to coordinate accurate, on-time service delivery
Respond to HIPS security alerts involving end-user systems
Tools used include Active Directory, SCCM, Cisco CM, Unity, PowerShell, Exchange, Office 365
HELPDESK ANALYST EXPRESS COLUMBUS, OH NOV 2014 – MAR 2015
Helpdesk call center duties supporting Stores and Home Office associates as a first level technical support representative
Troubleshoot point of sale, network, and systems
Escalate tickets as needed to appropriate groups
Tools used include Active Directory, SCCM
IT CONSULTANT SELF EMPLOYED COLUMBUS, OH SEPT 2013 – NOV 2014
Work on numerous projects supporting various local businesses as a desktop technician consultant in several industries including retail, healthcare, aviation, and design
Tools used include Active Directory, Exchange, SCCM, MMC
HELPDESK ANALYST PCM LEWIS CENTER, OH MAY 2012 – SEPT 2013
Troubleshoot hardware, software, network related issues as a first level service desk analyst
Train and mentor new associates
Perform ticket quality control checks for team
Tools used include Active Directory, Remote Support Software
DESKTOP ENGINEER INTERN INVENTIV HEALTH WESTERVILLE, OH MAR 2012 – MAY 2012
Perform repairs on hardware, install operating systems, software, troubleshoot various technical issues on end-user systems, and office printers
TIER 3 TECHNICAL SUPPORT TIME WARNER CABLE COLUMBUS, OH AUG 2011 – MAR 2012
Provide technical support for field technicians and customers
Troubleshoot problems related to cable, internet, or telephone service interruption
TIER 2 TECHNICAL SUPPORT TELEPERFORMANCE COLUMBUS, OH SEPT 2010 – AUG 2011
Provide technical support to nationwide customers of Verizon FIOS related to fiber-optic cable, internet, and telephone services
Education
WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY SALT LAKE CITY, UT B.S. CYBERSECURITY AND INFORMATION ASSURANCE EST GRAD - FEB 2020
MYCOMPUTERCAREER COLUMBUS, OH COMPUTERS, NETWORKS AND SYSTEMS 2015
Volunteer Activities
GENERAL VOLUNTEER BESA CENTRAL OHIO AREA 2016 – PRESENT
GENERAL VOLUNTEER PELETONIA CENTRAL OHIO AREA 2017
DISASTER ACTION TEAM AMERICAN RED CROSS CENTRAL OHIO AREA 2012 – 2016