David Courtad 971-***-****
Location: *** **th St, Lyons, OR 97358
Skills:
Migrated over 200 users and 50 terabytes of data to new hosted Microsoft Outlook 365 fully 4 days after purchase of software.
Migrated Zix Encryption to Hosted solution for constant connectivity and email encryption.
Have performed and set a standard for Data Base backups and recovery. Also setting disaster recovery sites at various locations.
Proven ability to communicate in diverse environments – worked with Japanese and Navy Marine Corps Intranet contractors on networking projects for joint deployments as well as for training purposes.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software, Windows NT, Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows Server 2003,2008,2012,2016.
Worked the Help Desk Division for 2 years directly dealing with many different types of customers on trouble calls, trouble tickets, remediation and support.
Network administrator for the garrison network for 2 years, provided support, account setup and deletion, followed and updated security policies, installed patches, server backups and searched for security vulnerabilities while also maintaining the servers as needed.
NTCSS (Unix) administrator granted access and permissions to qualified personnel, maintained log files, performed daily system checks and data base dumps and installed system updates as needed.
Managed and configured Marine Corps network servers. This included the installation and configuration of all NOS software and related patches to include NOS services such as DNS, DHCP, SNMP, and directory services.
Worked in the Maintenance Support Division (MSD) for 4 years directly dealing with customers on a wide variety of networking, printing, computer hardware and software problems.
Repaired and installed new Cat-5e, telephone and fiber optic cable due to mission requirements or personnel mishaps.
Worked with a variety of testing equipment to map networks, to test Cat-5e and also fiber optic cables as well as repairing said broken cables.
Worked on and maintained deployable field communication satellites as needed for future mission requirements.
Provided leadership, instruction and supervision of 25 personnel for the Aviation Logistics Information Systems – implemented new Track It software - efforts led to an increase of our ability to effectively provide support in a timely manner to over 2500 users of our garrison network.
Supervised a crew of 8 personnel on a deployment to the Enhanced Mojave Viper at Marine Corps Training Area 29 Palms California in December 2010 and July 2011 that installed and maintained a tactical network of over 100 laptops and 30 printers for 200 personnel.
Provided technical instruction to all new Marines that joined the division.
U.S. Marine Corps. Specialized Training: Computers, Electronics, Software Applications, Customer and Personal Service, Telecommunications, and Administration and Management. NAS Athens, GA
Professional Experience:
Willamette Valley Bank
IT Manager
Responsible for all device backups on 18 Virtual Machines for VMware ESXi and 4 Domain Controllers
Push out monthly patches to internal and external devices through Kaseya Remote
Monitor users with Hosted Outlook 365 and Hosted Zix email encryption
Install and configure new devices for new users or hardware refreshes
Advise the corporate executives on future plans and budgeting for the IT department
Install new physical layer networks in new buildings as well and configuration for all devices
Perform disaster recovery tests monthly to ensure continuation of productivity
Xerox Corporation
Tier 2 Software Support Technician August 2015 – August 2016
Provide customer phone support, resolve technical issues, log and escalate calls as appropriate
Answers incoming calls in a professional, friendly and timely manner
Builds a strong relationship with end users by projecting a positive attitude and providing helpful support
Will have a necessary understanding of our services
Troubleshoot and problem solve efficiently by using active listening skills and asking pertinent, specific questions
Will work to handle any user problems before finding it necessary to escalate the issue to a higher level
Close tickets in a timely manner and follow up with all end users to ensure customer satisfaction
Will follow all company/client procedures as well as HR policies
Other duties as assigned
Hewlett Packard
Factory Automation Technician November 2014 – August 2015
Drive, develop, design and deliver innovative and cost effective factory automation solutions to meet cost & time to capacity
Lead and drive manufacturing line acquisition, transfer or upgrade for production ramp
Lead and engage with HP internal partners (Operations, Process, Factory System and Product) to develop tooling acquisition plan for New Product Introduction
Develop project plans, contingencies to ensure successful execution of project delivery, meeting cost and schedule
Interface with Procurement team directly to manage the purchase requisition process on tooling projects
Own technical and quality leadership with tooling and equipment suppliers, manage the supplier technical risk & continuity plans
Responsible for Capital equipment project budget, establish budget for projects, manage budget and cash flow effectively
Be innovative and continuously identify and recommend areas of improvement on line productivity and cost reduction
Stone Peak Ceramics
Printer Technician February 2014 – October 2014
Daily Server Checks for image transfers
Daily System checks for errors or network time out
Daily Maintenance due to work environment on each machines location
Marian Estates
IT/Helpdesk August 2013 – September 2013
Daily Server checks as well as backups
User helpdesk for kiosks and work centers (Windows 7)
Active directory for login and password creation as well as corrections
Coordinating with ISP for user email issues and varifying corrective actions are done in a timely manner
GIGE Network Installation Crew Member
Global Services Corps March 2013 – November 2013
Installation, termination and testing of LAN lines and fiber lines
Installation of GIGE network switches in facilities
Installation of temporary server for Marine Corps Base Kaneohe Bay Hawaii to fit mission needs
Instructed Marines on use of new tools and testing equipment used during the project
United States Marine Corps June 2003-June 2012
Responsible for the welfare of troops
Creating and maintaining file libraries
Performing daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly backups for NTCSS
Trouble Shoot computer, server and network issues with little to no information on the problem
Learned how to work well with others and problem solve
Function in stressful situations
Served in New River, NC, Al Assad Air Base, Iraq,, Okinawa, Japan, Kandahar Air Field, Afghanistan, Forward Operating Base Camp Anaconda, Afghanistan, Forward Operating Base Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan and Cherry Point, NC
MILITARY SERVICE
Aviation Logistics Information Systems Specialist (United States Marine Corps) 2003-2012
Infantry / Cavalry Scout (United States Army National Guard) 2012-Current
Education
Park University - Telecommunications and Business Management (No Degree)
ITT Technical Institute – Network Administration and Cyber Security (Currently Attending)