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La Verne, CA *****

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ac7n6j@r.postjobfree.com

BRENDAN PIERCE

OBJECTIVE

I am a fully qualified and capable, Microsoft and Cisco certified, IT professional. I’m also quick to action and trained in a wide array of computer technologies. I’m currently seeking a full-time position in the IT industry. Please give me a call at any time. I’m looking forward to speaking with you.

EXPERIENCE

SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR AT MINKA LIGHTING

12/16-CURRENT

Finished an Exchange migration recently from Exchange 2010 to Exchange 2016

Upgraded VMWare systems from 5.5 to 6.5

Managing and maintaining over 50 Active Servers

Overseeing the network of sites across the United States

Supporting upwards of 250 users

Heading project management for major upgrades in a Windows, Linux, VMWare environment.

Setup and utilized Unitrends backup system to provide local backups of a VMWare environment with file and snapshot retention

Configured and maintained offsite cloud servers implemented in AWS. Working closely with web developers.

Currently working to implement offsite DR backups via Cold Storage system in AWS.

SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR AT ALLCONNECTED

06/13-12/16

Setup and installed Cisco Unified Communications systems for VoIP solution, as well as, implemented Cisco Unity for voicemail and auto attendant functions.

Designed and installed Cisco switches, routers and ASAs in enterprise environments.

Migrated Exchange environment from Exchange 2010 to 365 Cloud environment

Designed and implemented Meraki Firewalls, Switches and APs for businesses

Installed and Configured Dozens of Windows Server Systems from 2000 to 2016

Increased Production time by automating systems and cutting down costs for business

Migrated old systems and Implemented cutting edge Cloud technology into environments to enable businesses with redundancy, reduction of cost and/or removal of downtime in a disaster

Utilized and setup VEEAM and Asigra backup systems as a DR system for clients

Increased scope of networks and systems to allow easy growth for businesses, while ensuring a stable, secure environment

SELF-EMPLOYED CONTRACTOR

06/09-06/13

Worked with users on a day to day basis providing them with training and solutions to any and all questions, issues or future technical decisions

Setup and configured new networks for small businesses

EDUCATION

JULIAN CHARTER, MURRIETA

High school diploma

Certifications

Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), MCSA Windows 8, CCNA, Cisco Meraki Prof.

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