Jacob Mathews
Bella Vista, AR *2714
SKILLS
Expansive understanding of and experience in computer networking, hardware, and software, including installation, configuration, management, troubleshooting, and support. Able to identify and analyze deficiencies and opportunities to develop increased reliability and productivity. Creative, flexible, and quick with new technologies, concepts, and responsibilities.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
PAM Transportation Tontitown, AR June 2011 - Present
System Administrator - Provide support to headquarters and eight remote terminals connecting with MPLS and VPN. Travel to remote terminals when hardware upgrades or replacements are needed. Monitor network, servers, and software to ensure reliable working conditions for end users. Rotate on call to provide 24/7 support.
Install, configure, and administer VMware ESXi hosts and Dell Equallogic SANs to support a stable, high-availability environment. Created and managed virtual servers and software critical to business success. Setup and maintain Dell Equallogic replication for a disaster recovery solution.
Learn and document new technologies, equipment and procedures to ensure accurate and consistent support in the present and future.
Administer Group Policy, Active Directory, and Exchange 2010 with 600 mailboxes.
Setup and maintain Shore Tel equipment and software for a reliable VOIP telephony system.
JH Computer Group Fayetteville, AR May 2008 – June 2011
Field Service Technician - Install, configure, and administer multiple business network systems. Troubleshoot and repair PC, network, and software issues. Remote management of client’s systems to quickly solve their computer needs.
EDUCATION
Kimberly High School Kimberly, ID September 1999 – May 2002
Sapulpa High School Sapulpa, OK August 2002 – May 2003
Graduated, Diploma
NWACC Bentonville, AR January 2005 – May 2006
Networking
EXPERIENCE
Operating system familiarity:
Windows 2000,XP,Vista,7,8,10
Windows Server 2000,2003,2008,2012
Mac OS
Linux
ESXi 5, 5.1, 5.5, 6
IBM ISeries/AS400
Email Set-Up:
Exchange 2010
Outlook
Outlook Express
Windows Live Mail
Smart phones and Tablets
Establish Remote Connections:
VPN
Remote Desktop
Symantec pcAnywhere
VNC
LogMeIn
Nable
LanDesk
Create domains and workgroups:
User setup
Group setup
Policy setup
Domain Controller
Active Directory
Global Catalog
Sites and Services
Routers, firewalls, switches installation:
Internet connections
Wireless connections and security
Static Routes
VPN
VLANs
ACLs NATs
Wiring networks:
Pulling wire
Making patch cables
Mapping and toning wires using a wire mapper
Punching Down Patch Panels
Hardware familiarity:
Dell Poweredge Servers, Dell Powerconnect Switches, Dell Equallogic SANs, Dell DR4100, HP Procurve Switches, Cisco Routers and Switches, Cisco ASA, Shore Tel equipment and software.