IT/management
Resume:
SARA ASTLE
Hazel Green, AL 35750
Current Clearance: Top Secret/SCI/Full scope poly
SUMMARY
** ***** ********** ******* ** the intelligence, counterterrorism and IT fields to include managing a team of 15 for engineering and O&M support
Administration and support of Windows, Linux, UNIX, Satellite communications and various exploitation software programs
Design and build various classified and unclassified networks as well as design and install audio/video infrastructure for 7 different Predator Operations Centers
Created complete hardware and cabling diagrams and documentation as well as trained users and support personnel
Deployed four times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom; three times to Baghdad, Iraq and once to Djibouti, Africa
United States Air Force Imagery Analyst with the Contingency Airborne Reconnaissance System/Deployable Ground Station-1 (CARS/DGS-1) at Langley Air Force Base
Exploited and reported on countless U2 missions in NRT, served as a U2 Mission Planner and traveled to Saudi Arabia four times in support of Operation Southern Watch and Desert Strike
EXPERIENCE
Present Multi-discipline Resource Systems (MDRC)/CDI Electronics
Lead Systems Administrator Huntsville, AL
Maintain day to day operations of employee workstations, servers, phones and networks.
User maintenance in Active Directory, email account maintenance and VPN access.
Manage both Windows based and Linux based virtual servers and workstations through hyper-v.
Maintain SQL databases such as Intuitive and Sharepoint.
Install and configure all hardware to include workstations, servers, virtual servers/workstations, printers and networking equipment.
Install and configure all software to include customized software essential to the company’s day to day operations.
Manage VOIP system for two locations with and on site PBX system and remote users on a cloud system.
Manage Unitrends backups to ensure data security and ability to restore in the event of a hardware failure.
Manage all aspects of networking for local office as well as the remote office in WA to include wiring as well as switch and firewall configuration.
2005 - 2013 Airborne Technologies/L-3 Unmanned Systems
Systems Administrator/Integrator/Manager Ashburn, VA
Built a strong 24/7 team to support four counterterrorism Predator Operations Centers.
Manage a team of 15 individuals. Coordinate with customers to understand needs and requirements. Assign tasks, maintain their schedule, make sure they are up to date on training and handle personnel issues.
Work with facilities and architect to design and build 10 counterterrorism Predator Operations Centers from start to finish including demolition until the customer takes possession and begins work.
Lead teams in design, installation and integration of audio/video Crestron systems for 10 counterterrorism Predator Operations Centers
Oversee the day to day operations for four counterterrorism Predator Operations Centers and their supporting server rooms. Ensure that the customer has all IT needs to perform their job.
Responsible for building and installing workstations and servers, troubleshooting hardware and software problems, building installing and maintaining classified and unclassified networks, maintaining user accounts in Active Directory, maintaining email system through Exchange Server.
Responsible for documentation and training on hardware and cabling of 10 counterterrorism Predator Operations Centers
1999 - 2005 General Dynamics Systems Administrator Herndon, VA
Responsible for hardware and software upgrades and maintenance on UNIX and Windows systems
Created graphic templates and symbols for users
Maintained and supported hardware and software on UNIX and Windows systems
Deployed and maintained satellite communication systems overseas
1998 - 1999 Sytel Technical Project Manager Bethesda, MD
Responsible for software installations
Researched and ordered parts for demonstrations machines
Tracked shipments to ensure customers received correct equipment
1994 - 1998 United States Air Force Imagery Analyst/Mission Planner Langley AFB, Hampton, VA
Assisted contractors with testing of new builds and patches while identifying system anomalies
Drafted Initial Phase Interpretation Reports (IPIRs)
Processed raw imagery, both ASARS and SYERS
Served as trainer/supervisor for new imagery analysts and mission planners
Responsible for creating and modifying U2 tasks, tracks and collection plans and making sure images display properly for analysts.
1991 – 1994 Old Kent Bank Teller Remus, MI
Process customer deposits, withdrawals and loan payments
Assist customers with balancing their checkbooks
Assist customers with safety deposit box access
Balance cash drawer every day
EDUCATION
Associates Degree in Communications, Community College of the Air Force 1998
AWARDS
Awarded Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Achievement medal, National Defense Service Medal and Southwest Asia Service Medal for outstanding service during rotations to Saudi Arabia in support of Operations Southern Watch and Desert Strike
Awarded Air Force Good Conduct Medal for exemplary conduct with character and efficiency ratings of excellent
Chosen from all eligible airmen base wide for Senior Airman Below the Zone granting promotion to E-4 prior to the standard of three years
Nominated for Airman of the Year
DoD Civilian Appreciation Award, 2001
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