Engineering, Cloud, Automation, Orchestration

Rodney J. Newberry

**** ****** *****

Franklin, TN 37064

615-***-**** (Cell)

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position in Information Systems with a challenging, progressive, growth-oriented company where my skills and abilities can be used to help that company achieve its goals and objectives.

EXPERIENCE

Senior Automation Engineer

Smile Direct Club – (June 2017 - Present)

Responsibility for the architecture, design, implementation and support of COTS Cloud Based Applications and Technologies for a rapidly growing 4000+ user environment.

Responsible for all Scripting and Automation for Full User Lifecycle and resource access tracking for all cloud-based Enterprise Applications utilizing JAMS, PowerShell, Web APIs, JSON, JIRA Ticketing, and MS SQL Server for resource tracking and request processing.

oThis included code management, Dev, QA, Test and production implementation and support.

User Lifecycle for all new user adds/changes/terms are automated via pulls directly from the HRIS system for automated classifications used for resource Assignments based upon Job Codes, Department Codes, & Locations Codes of Team Members.

oThe average User Record processing rate is 1000+ transaction per week for comprehensive and automated Birthright assigned Application and Resource Assignments, User Changes, and Termination processing.

Performed a comprehensive and structured best practice migration of from Google Docs to an Azure / O365 environment utilizing Office, Exchange, SharePoint Online, Teams, PowerApps, Flow, Power-Bi, & Stream.

Management of Active Directory, Azure AD Connect, and ADFS infrastructure.

Comprehensive implementation and support of OKTA for SSO and SWA implementations for cloud applications.

Sr. Systems Engineer

Contractor – Results Physiotherapy (January 2017 – June 2017

Responsible to transition all engineering and management of IT infrastructure technology in house from a Managed Service Provider.

Technologies included VMWare 6.0, Server 2012, Server 2008, Active Directory, SQL Server 2012, Exchange 2010, Terminal Server 2008, Therapy Source, Cisco 4500 & 3750 switches, & Fortinet Firewalls for IPsec Tunneling and Datacenter traffic.

Redesigned the Layer 2 & Layer 3 infrastructure at the Datacenter for all required networking segmentation and routing to ensure a healthy foundation for all requirements.

Implemented a new Nutanix NX-6155-G5 4 Node Cluster with VMWare 6.0.

Implemented a new Commvault system for all Datacenter local and offsite AWS Cloud backup and DR requirements.

Updated and reconfigured an existing EqualLogic SAN for utilization in the Commvault backup solution for local backup and deduplication storage.

Solutions Architect Engineer

eProtégé (October 2016 – January 2017)

Startup Company that did not get funded.

AWS cloud engineering and design for all Production and DevOps related activities.

Systems Architect / DevOps Engineer

Video Game Technologies (February 2013 – Oct 2016)

Provide hands-on design and engineering functions for all Server Hardware, Operating System, Database Server, and Networking Architecture as it pertained to the development, testing, and delivery of the VGT Game Server Software utilized at all Casino Customer Sites servicing 23000+ Slot Machines all configured in a client-server configuration. Primary technologies used were VMWare, 2012 Hyper-V, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, IIS, Server 2012, SQL 2008, SQL 2012, Linux, Cisco 3750 switching technologies, & Cisco ASA Firewalls.

Successfully architected and hands-on engineered the VGT Casino Systems (Virtual Cloud Environment), encompassing both Hypervisor Hosts and Virtual Machines required for all casino site operations. Hands-on developed a comprehensive custom-built PowerShell driven Script Engine (“Virtual Cloud Resources Toolset”) used for initial deployments through on-going customer site & configuration management over time. These systems delivered high performance, increased stability, increased customer site flexibility, increased security, and a comprehensive highly repeatable and automated deployment and configuration methodology of all Server Hardware and multiple VM types deployed at customer sites.

Designed and engineered all Enterprise NOC integration regarding AD, SQL, Server OS, Networking, Monitoring, and system lifecycle.

Built and managed all DevOps systems via the “Virtual Cloud Resources Toolset” to provide development staff with on-going systems deployment environments, meeting the flexibility requirements of an Agile Framework shop for frequent systems builds, configurations, and sprint cycle refreshes.

Responsible for all aspects regarding the VGT Game Server Software running on the (Virtual Cloud Environment) platform requiring in-depth hands-on participation at all phases of Product Development – Game Server Software Development, Testing, Load Testing, QA, and Regulatory Compliance.

Provide all Project Lead functions to the Architecture Team to include Planning, Project Management, Story Creation, and Tasking all within the confines of the AGILE framework for software and product development.

Systems Engineer III

Acceptance Insurance (February 2012 - June 2012)

Responsible for all Engineering Activities as it related to Data Center Operations

Responsible for all Architecture and Implementation for all Virtualization Technologies

Successfully Lead an Architecture Redesign and Implementation of the Datacenter Virtualization and SAN Technologies for all Intel Based Systems

System Engineer – Level III

Healthcare Management Systems (May 2006- February 2012)

Responsible for design, implementation, and hands-on support of the HMS Datacenter Wintel based LAN/WAN environment.

Primary Lead Engineer for all implementation and support of the companies VMWare ESXi 4.x, and IBM Blade Center technologies for the 500+ virtual servers in the datacenter.

Primary Lead Engineer for all SAN (Brocade DCX-4S Fabric) management and Storage (IBM DS8100/DS8700/DS8800 & EMC VNX 5500 Enterprise Storage Arrays) utilized for all iSeries and VMWare ESX datacenter systems.

Provided comprehensive support for Active Directory, Exchange 2007 / 2010, SQL 2000/2005/ 2008, Citrix Technologies, ISA 2006, TMG 2010, IAS, IIS 5.0, 6.0, & 7.0, SMS, File and Print, Applications, and ancillary infrastructure services (DNS, WINS, DHCP, SNMP). This included MSCS for high availability.

Implemented and supported Office Communications Server 2007 for Unified Communications integrated with a Nortel VOIP Phone system and Microsoft Exchange 2007 Unified Messaging.

Architected and implemented Exchange 2007 including a migration from Lotus Notes 6.5.

Primary Lead Engineer and liaison for logistical support to the Product Development department at HMS. This included providing comprehensive resource environments for all Development, Testing and QA needs.

Implemented and administered ISA 2006/TMG 2010 and Cisco PIX for firewalling and to provide logging for HIPAA requirements.

Owner/Web Designer

Nashville Source.net (August 2005-May 2006)

Provided Website design solutions for companies.

Network Engineer

Actus Lend Lease (April 2005-August 2005)

Responsible for the systems and support of the company’s LAN/WAN networked systems in a multi-site Windows 2003/Exchange 2003 setup consisting of 15 Domain Controllers and 15 Exchange servers spread geographically across the country.

Operations Manager/Senior Systems Administrator

Healthcare Realty Trust (November 1998 – October 2004)

Responsible for all aspects of the IT Department including Personnel Management, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Capital Budget Creation/Management, and Regulatory Adherence. Additionally, I was very instrumental with providing hands-on engineering, implementation, and ongoing administrative support for the company’s computer based systems and LAN/WAN environment.

Developed and implemented all IT Controls, Systems and Documentation for Security, Operations, Change Management and Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery for compliance with SOX 404. This included the initial discovery of existing systems, process and controls as well as all remediation and enhancements through process, system and control additions and improvements.

Implemented and administered a 32 Server Environment consisting of Active Directory, SQL 2000, Exchange 2000/2003, ISA Server, IIS, File and Print, Application and core infrastructure systems.

Implemented and administered the company’s remote application network utilizing Citrix Metaframe XPe for access to company applications for its 30+ remote client offices. This included the deployment of a WAN utilizing Frame Relay and Internet access and included the setup of all routers, servers and client machine deployments.

Responsible for all in house developed .net applications as it related to the logistics for testing, QA, deployment and production environment support utilizing IIS and SQL server.

Developed and implemented a comprehensive security plan for the company utilizing Microsoft ISA Server for Firewall, VPN and Proxy functionality. Additionally, SecureID Servers and tokens were employed to facilitate enhanced system security.

Developed a change management lab, to mimic the production environment, for quality assurance testing of all in-house developed applications and for all modifications or upgrades to existing systems prior to any production environment integration.

Coordinated, tested, and executed an upgrade for all computer systems from a Windows NT 4.0 environment to a Windows 2000/2003 environment. This included the upgrade to Active Directory, SQL 2000, Exchange 2000/2003, Metaframe XPe and all additional core infrastructure systems. Additionally, all application software was tested and upgraded in coordination with the infrastructure upgrade.

Employed Microsoft Cluster Server for Exchange to increase e-mail system availability.

Deployed and utilized Argent Guardian for system monitoring and analysis for proactive management of server based systems.

Developed a comprehensive virus and patch management system utilizing McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator for automated virus signature updates, Sybari Antigen for SPAM and e-mail virus prevention, and HFNetCheck Pro and scripting for automated Microsoft patch distribution.

Exchange Administrator

J. C. Bradford & Co. - Nashville, TN (June 1998 – October 1998)

Implemented and administered an enterprise class Exchange System utilizing Microsoft Cluster Server and Exchange 5.5 for a 3000+ user environment. Also provided an Optical Storage solution for the permanent archival of all messages in accordance with SEC regulations.

Manager Information Technology

Orchid International - Brentwood, TN (February 1992 – June 1998)

Successfully deployed a complete restructuring of the company’s networking and communications infrastructure for multiple locations spread geographically across North America and Canada utilizing both LAN and WAN technology.

Designed, Implemented and Administered the LAN/WAN systems utilizing Microsoft Server Technologies and Frame Relay for a multi-site setup.

Responsibilities included design, specification, purchasing and implementation of all networking equipment and technologies.

Microsoft Exchange 4.0 implemented in a multi-site configuration for intra-company Email communication via the WAN and SMTP via the Internet.

United States Army

Bamberg, Germany & Ft. Campbell, KY (August 1986 – August 1990)

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Strong project management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks through effective time management

Deliver effective system solutions that meet company goals and objectives

Persistent and resourceful troubleshooting and problem solving abilities

Successfully train and supervise others

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

A.A.S - ITT Technical Institute - Nashville, TN (May 1992) Graduated Highest Honors 3.9/4.0 GPA

Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE)

Microsoft Certified Professional + Internet Certification

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