Nicholas J. Sampson
*** ***** ******, **********, ** 33760 * 727-***-**** * acqnml@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE
Hard-working, quick-learning, solutions-oriented individual seeking opportunity in Information Technology that
will provide a challenging atmosphere that will use my past experience.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Adept ability in the implementation and maintenance of LAN and WAN-based network solutions, in direct
support of business objectives, while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
Track record of increasing responsibility in a Windows Server 2003 environment, supporting over 250
employees and systems affecting over 90,000 credit union members.
Demonstrated capacity for implementing and maintaining new and existing technology-based solutions to meet
departmental and corporate objectives.
Hands-on experience in leading all stages of systems implementation, including determining requirements,
definition, design, testing and support.
Outstanding leadership abilities, coordinating and directing all phases of project-based efforts while managing,
motivating and leading project teams.
Proven ability of maintaining a high level of customer service in a Help Desk environment.
CORE COMPETENCIES
File and Print Sharing
Windows Active Directory
Exchange 2007
Research/Development
Disaster Recovery Planning
Project Management
Vendor Management
AIX Unix Host
OTHER COMPETENCIES
Microsoft 2003 and 2007
Office Systems
Microsoft Windows Server
2003 Active Directory
Microsoft Exchange 2007
Websense Administration
IC3 (Interactive Intelligence)
Trend Server Protect
Track-It
Symantec Backup Exec 12
Symantec PC Anywhere
Telephone systems
OnBase
WebJet Administration
SilverCloud Knowledge Base
Lanex and WaveReader DVR
Touche CRM
Diebold Campaign Office
FICS Loan Producer and Mortgage Servicer
BVS Performance Systems
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Instrumental in developing and implementing Verafin BSA and OFAC software, organization-wide.
Actively involved in credit card conversion from FIS to Fiserv, as well as flat card implementation.
Played an integral role in a systems consolidation during a credit union merger.
Project-managed, implemented and maintained corporate-sponsored and IS/IT-sponsored projects.
Created and updated updating written, departmental procedures for daily troubleshooting.
NICHOLAS SAMPSON
Network Support Specialist
Responsible for daily, weekly and monthly task logs for Windows and Core Host system processes, ranging
from start-of-day processes to running routine maintenance items on Windows servers.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Achieva Credit Union " Clearwater, FL Dec 2004 " May 2011
Network Support Specialist " May 2008 to May 2011
Processed the nightly procedures and provided network and software support to over 250 employees while
maintaining excellent written and verbal communication. Quickly learned network infrastructure and software
applications, attaining progressive responsibilities and proficiency in Active Directory users and computers,
Exchange 2007, AIX UNIX host administration, and other applications. Transitioned to day shift to assist in
project implementation and provide hardware and software support. Project-led in the deployment of new
technology services to meet organizational and departmental objectives. Produced and analyzed reports
identified by management teams to ensure top system performance. Proficient in using work order software to
track and manage current work load and provide detailed communication with regular updates and resolutions.
Quick problem solving and friendly customer service by providing solutions via Help Desk support. Included in
rotational on-call.
Member Service Advisor / Teller " December 2004 to May 2008
Created and maintained new memberships including opening Certificates of Deposit, IRA accounts, setting up
Payroll and ACH deposits, creating debit and credit cards, accepting loan applications, balancing teller drawer
and branch vault, loading and balancing ATMs and Teller Cash Machines, handling cash and negotiable
instruments, and maintaining a positive customer service experience, in compliance with all applicable
government and credit union regulations.
WELLS FARGO BANK " Mesa, AZ March 2004 to October 2004
Teller Services
Handled and balanced cash and negotiable instruments, while maintaining a positive customer service
experience, in compliance with applicable governmental and credit union regulations.
Comp USA " Clearwater, FL 2001 to 2004
Service Writer
Worked with the Tech Shop to check in computers for repairs and installations. Demonstrated strong verbal and
written communication skills to describe problems and/or work desired. Performed upgrades to systems for
customers at the Tech Shop, including: memory and hard drive installation, internal and external peripheral
devices, and more.
EDUCATION
Pinellas Park High School 1996 to 1999
pTEC 1999
St. Petersburg College 2000