Damion Linder
US Active Secret Clearance
**** ************* **. *** *** Woodbridge, Va 22191
Cell: 619-***-****
******.******@*****.***
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Multifaceted, dynamic, enthusiastic IT specialist brings a progressive IT
experience from the fields of desktop support, network and system's
administration with comprehensive hands-on experience in network
infrastructure and server operations. I am seeking employment that will
welcome an all rounded, hands-on, innovative thinker to improve their
operations.
PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS
0. Over 10 years of solid customer service background
1. Exceptional ability to troubleshoot the most difficult problems while in
high stress environments
2. Dependable and fully able to meet targets, and enhance the bottom line
3. Possess versatility, adaptability and willingness to tackle new
responsibilities
4. Able to learn new systems and policies quickly to adapt to the changing
needs of the client
TECHNICAL EDUCATION
CCNA (Certified)/ Security+ (Certified) / MCP (Certified)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Quantico Naval Health Clinic
Quantico,Va
Systems Administrator\Server Admin
Oct 2014 - Current
. Running, and maintain database backups for recovery utilizing Microsoft
Enterprise SQL server
. Configures, and maintains VSphere/ESXI 5.0 on an enterprise level
. Maintains Active Directory and DHCP Services within Windows Server
environment. Creates assigned IP scopes throughout the DHCP servers,
configures,
. Monitors network performance, troubleshoot network problems and outages,
scheduling upgrades. Secured network by observing and tracking network
traffic, establishing and enforcing policies.
APEX Systems (Department of Justice)
Falls Church,Va
System Engineer
Feb 2014 - Oct 2014
. Delivers / implements data solutions to include: prototyping of concepts
to proof of concept, development of standards, design and development of
test plans, code and module design, development and testing, data
solution debugging, design and implementation of a solution that follows
efficient design techniques Use Microsoft's System Center Configuration
Manager (SCCM) for software analysis, configuration, deployment and OSD
task sequence updates and deployments.
. Effectively manage day-to-day tasks / activities in coordination with a
team of engineers to effectively meet the deliverables and schedule of a
data solution component within a larger application project.
. Provide workstation technical support with System Center Configuration
Manager (SCCM) creating and managing OSD task sequences and software
deployments
. Documented processes and procedures in an effort to enhance efficiency
across the team. Update old documentation to be more in-line with new
versions of operating system and processes
. Provide guidance to customers around Windows XP to Windows 7 migrations
using SCCM
. Provides automation solutions via Converted Executable Batch Scripts
utilized by various pieces of software in a windows environment.
. Active Directory Administration (ex. OU object creation/Account
creation/DHCP) in Server 2008/2012 environment
. Performing US wide data / physical migration from Windows XP to Windows 7
. Lend support to various federal court systems and technology teams as
necessary during design, development and delivery to ensure solid,
scalable solutions.
. Comply with POA&M requirement to migrate from Windows XP to a more
current OS.
System Sciences Corporation International (SSCI)
Arlington,Va
Sr.System Administrator/Data Engineer Nov 2013 - Feb
2014 (Contract Ended)
. Maintained over 1000 servers deployed worldwide in support of the
Department of State (DOS) Consular Affairs (CA) offices
. Installed patches, created, tested, and deployed scripts that modified
registry settings and file permissions on (CA) database servers in order
to reduce the risk exposure to the (DOS) resources, as monitored, and
scored by the Government Application, IPOST.
. Provided day to day remote support to all (CA) affiliated CONUS post
servers, and (CA) affiliated overseas post servers
. Assisted with the OS setup, configuration, and maintenance of HP blade
servers within the data center utilizing ILo
. Configured and installed (Windows Server 2008 and Linux OEL v6.2) in Dell
server environment, also configuring ISCSI backup on servers utilizing
IDRAC
JBM/Project Management - Strategic Mission Command Aberdeen
Proving Ground, MD
System Engineer
May 2013 - Nov 2013 (Contract Ended)
. Provides analysis related to the design, development, and
implementation of software systems, including, application software,
utility software, development software, and diagnostic software
. Participates in the development of test strategies and recommends
courses of action to rectify deficiencies based on test results
. Provides direct technical assistance to government and contractor
engineers and technicians in the integration and testing of Army Battle
Command System
. Maintaining knowledge of programming languages and use of software
development kits (SDK).
. Providing technical observations, notations, and solutions regarding
information based on engineering instructional tech writings.
. Deploy and configure VMware, Windows Server 2008, and Windows 7
. Create OU's/GPO's assign profile rights for users/computers through
Active Directory
Morale, Welfare, and Recreation
USNS GTMO, Cuba
IT Specialist - Network/System Administrator
Jan 2010 - May 2013
. Presided as Interim IT Manager (Mar 2012 - Aug 2012). I directed the
planning, maintenance, and enforced system standards based on NAF IT
policies across the Naval Station.
. Responsible for managing IT projects, and provided transition
coordination (including base wide POS MICROS system, and JANUS system
installation) between the 200+ business clients within MWR
. Created, maintained Active Directory and DHCP Services within Server 2008
environment. Generated, governed assigned IP scopes throughout the DHCP
servers, configured, updated all OU's, GPO's within the Primary Domain
Controllers which coincided with the installation and configuration of
WSUS, for all permissible system updates across the network
. Provided break-fix solutions that allowed for customers to maintain their
continuous work flow, which included on-site field technician services
(PC refresh, cabling, punch downs, on-site repair, etc), and PC helpdesk
(DameWare, VNC, MSTSC)
. Monitored network performance, Troubleshot network problems and outages,
scheduling upgrades. Secured network by observing and tracking network
traffic, establishing and enforcing policies, defining and monitoring
access, which allowed for firewall IP blacklisting, and investigations of
all suspicious network activity across the entire N9 network utilizing
WebSense
. Systems managed, configured and installed utilizing Cisco CNA, 40+ Cisco
Switches across the MWR network that range from of Catalyst
2940/2950/2960/4500s, 30+ Cisco WAP 1141n/1242 in CAPWAP with WLC's,
Cisco ASA 5510's and 350+ Personal Computers assigned throughout the
Naval installation
ISD/SAIC
USNS GTMO, Cuba
IT Specialist
Nov 08 - Jan 10
. Provided physical IT infrastructure support across the N6 NIPRNET, and
SIPRNET networks
. Maintained PC security across the host based network through quarterly
Gold Disk scans, ensuring all categories reduced to NON, or a minimal
count of Cat 1 with approval from region
. Prepared systems across the network for Retina scans, ensuring that all
updated group policies were pushed per system across the network
. Provided EKMS (Electronic Key Management System) support, and operated
KG-75 key logging, and configurations across SIPRNET
. Collaborated with IAO/IAM in order to meet deadlines dealing with
pending IAVA's
. Maintained PC Hardware/Software installs, PC refreshes
. Maintained Remote Help Desk support, which provided a span of customer
support for 2500+ clients across the naval side, and Joint task Force
areas of the military installation
. Executed PC Hardware refreshes, and updating software deployment
. Maintained Cabling standards tipping, data punch downs across Cat5/5e/6
(Cat B) and RJ-11
Allutiq
Holloman AFB, NM
Desktop Support Specialist
May 08 - Aug 08
Provided PC break-fix resolution through either corrective maintenance,
or replacement
Maintained Software installs, and updates
Assisted with Help Desk troubleshooting via phone, and Microsoft remote
client software (MSTSC)
Western Health
San Diego, CA Novell Systems
Administrator
Oct 07-Jan 08
Provided E-Directory administration through account creation, managing
passwords,
and user data throughout the organization's directories, applications,
and databases
Maintained Break-fix to all hardware within the organization
Updated PDA for nurses, and data polling
Provided on call after hours PC troubleshooting
NMCI\EDS
San Diego, CA Transition
Coordinator
April 07-Oct 07
Provided and delegated for selected Navy/Marine base infrastructure
support in regards to tech refreshed PC/ Laptops, and network printers
Maintained a next day on-site, or telephonic/remote SMS help-desk
support for network, hardware, or software issues
Installed, and configured proprietary NMCI\EDS applications, and
hardware at multiple military installations.
Orchestrated conference calls, on-site conferences to discuss local
update tasks/projects completed
Complex Drive Carinet
San Diego, CA NOC Technician
Oct 06 - Mar 07
Maintained collocation BSD/Linux/Windows Web based servers
. Installed multiple OS [Server 2000-03, Linux Gentoo, Fedora Core, Red
hat, SUSE10]
Assisted with PC hardware, CISCO hardware and software trouble shooting
issues
Repaired, Tipped Cat 5/Cat5e/Cat6 cabling, and fiber installs
Spherion (Kaiser Permenente)
San Diego, CA
Desktop Support Lead
June 05 - Sept 06
. Assigned as Day-Time Lead. Updated, and provided weekly updates to
team dealing with weekly projects, and team assignments. Reported
daily with the Project manager with all instances of completed/non-
completed scheduled tasks, and customer comments & concerns
. Investigated and resolved software and hardware problems
. Provided technical software and hardware support for multiple
locations, and vendors.
. Contacted vendors for onsite service, and diagnosed numerous
operational issues
. Planned and managed daily tasks with minimal disruption to ongoing user
activities
. Configured, assembled, tested, and upgraded software, hardware per HIPPA
client needs, and standards
Robert Half Technology (San Diego Airport, Various)
San Diego, CA
IT Consultant/Contractor
Feb 05 - June 05
. Investigated and resolved software and hardware problems
. Provided technical software and hardware support for multiple
locations, and vendors.
. Contacted vendors for onsite service, and diagnosed numerous
operational issues
. Planned and managed daily tasks with minimal disruption to ongoing user
activities
. Configured, assembled, tested, and upgraded software, hardware per client
needs
Adecco (CitiBank)
San Antonio, TX
IT Contractor
May 04 - Jan 05
. Investigated and resolved software and hardware problems
. Provided technical software and hardware support
. Planned and managed daily tasks with minimal disruption to ongoing user
activities
. Maintained asset inventory of all tape backups
ADDITIONAL EDUCATION
5. US Air Force Basic Military Training 1995 -
1995
6. US Air Force Technical Training (3M031) 1995 - 1995
US Citizen
Excellent references; available upon request.
Willing to travel and relocate.