Network Administration

Gary M. Fink *** Wynland Trace, Sandy Springs, GA 30350-5657

678-***-**** ********@*****.***

Objective

Management position leveraging my leadership skills in Network Administration, Systems Design and

Integration and Hardware Engineering in order to:

direct and develop staff for optimal performance and growth;

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increase operating efficiencies, reduce costs and enhance communications;

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plan, design and maintain technology infrastructure to ensure productivity and security.

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Qualifications

Network Administration IT Management Systems Administration

IT Security Management Staff IT Training Management/Leadership

Systems Design/Integration Contract/Vendor Negotiations Internet Technology

Technology Based Bus. Solutions Hardware Engineering Budgeting/ IT Procurement

Selected Achievements

Spearheaded Internet and networking operations and infrastructure for 460 person organization. Created

short- and long-term strategic vision for technology use; developed IT budget; researched and negotiated

equipment and peripheral purchases; oversaw all computer, software, hardware, telecommunications, audio-

visual and electronic security assets and operations; added to PC lab; introduced tablets and laptops;

automated admission, tuition and financial aid; renovated email system. Results: Organization grew from

small computer lab to campus-wide network of 250+ computer devices; cited twice by auditors for ability to

deeply control infrastructural and systems costs.

Developed/Trained on educational technology curriculum and methods. Identified needs of management

and student users; instructed on implementation and utilization of hardware, software and Internet

applications e.g. fundraising software, interactive whiteboards, Google applications, MS Office and Adobe,

PCs, tablets. Results: Increased knowledge, understanding and capabilities of all users improving

productivity and performance; aided growth of school technologically into world class institution; school

awarded Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.

Started up hardware manufacturing company and introduced IT consulting as value-add to metro Atlanta

business community. Hired and trained staff; negotiated and procured OEM components; designed line of

PC products; customized systems to attract major niche markets including midsize and mainframe markets;

developed cable assemblies and peripherals; identified target market; developed relationship with prospects;

sold systems and peripherals; private labelled for companies including Sun Micro Systems, BellSouth.

Results: Grew business to $1+ million in sales annually for first 3 years; shifted emphasis to consulting when

market conditions changed.

Negotiated IT service contract lasting 13 years with large international educational organization (ORT).

Provided network support, technical advice and staff training for 7 private schools in Atlanta; visited other

cities to identify best practices; assisted and advised in acquisition of computers, network infrastructure and

staffing; analyzed software products and negotiated pricing. Results: Fulfilled ORT’s mandate to bring

schools up to speed technologically capable of surpassing other educational facilities; all 7 schools today

have thriving IT departments with educational technology as key component of learning process.

Designed/Built/Directed Computer Technology Resource Center (community learning center for students

and adults). Analyzed site; determined optimal use of space; mapped out infrastructure; negotiated with

vendors for hardware, software, fixtures, furnishings and equipment; managed build-out; supervised use;

maintained equipment. Results: Became state-of-the-art technology hub for SeniorNet, youth camps and

general community use.

Experience

2009 - Present Torah Day School of Atlanta Information Technology Coordinator

1987 - 2009 Digital Sciences Corporation / ORT America Chief Executive Officer

Prior positions include President of IT distribution company and Southern Region Field Engineer for

manufacturer of display terminals

Education

State University of NY College at Cortland Master’s Degree Studies in Biology

State University of NY at Albany Bachelor of Arts Biology / Psychology

Representative Technologies

Trainer: MCSE and A+ core curriculum

Operating Systems: Microsoft XP-8.1, Linux, Apple OS & IOS, Google OS and Android

Server Systems: W indows Server, Exchange, SharePoint, Azure, Apache and SQL

Hardware: PC, Mac, iPad, Chromebook, edge servers, routers and switches

Software: MS Office, Google Docs, Adobe Creative Cloud, QuickBooks and The Raiser’s Edge

Audio and Video: Pre and post production techniques

Photography and Videography

Graphics and Web design

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