Global Network Systems Manager
Resume:
Matthew Ramirez
Woodbury, NJ 08096
Phone: 732-***-****
Email: ********@*********.***
OBJECTIVE
To secure a position in enterprise network and systems engineering and architecture in which I can utilize my skills and assets to the benefit of my employer while optimizing the technological investments of the firm.
SKILLS
CCNA, MCITP 2008, A+, Net+, Linux+
Network and Project Mgmt
Windows Server 2003/2008
Windows XP/Vista/7/8
Active Directory, IIS, Group Policy
Security, AV, IDS/IPS, VPN
TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, FTP
VMWare ESX/vCenter
Linux, NFS, NIS, Samba
Cisco IOS
MS Office 2003/2007/2010
MS Exchange 2003/2007/2010
RDP, Logmein, VNC
Solarwinds Orion
Vendor Relationship Mgmt
Budgeting, Quoting, Purchasing
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE
2012-2015 QAD, Inc. Mt. Laurel, NJ
Global Network Systems Manager
Oversaw team of four network engineers, reporting directly to CIO. Responsible for managing Cisco network infrastructure for 26 global offices containing 300+ devices. Design network architecture for datacenter and office upgrades and expansions. Managed vendor telecom relationships for MPLS and Internet connections. Configured VPNs, VLANs, routing and firewall security for internal and external users. Performed regular maintenance of layer 1, 2, and 3 network, including troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, upgrades, power, packet analysis and uptime tracking. Present network operations to potential clients. Configured QOS and troubleshot connection issues for VOIP infrastructure. Utilized Solarwinds Orion for monitoring and packet analysis for troubleshooting. Created and updated documentation for ongoing network maintenance.
Reduced expenses at customer-facing datacenter by $10K/month in first year through server virtualization.
Planned, budgeted and implemented $150K datacenter corporate datacenter improvements including design, architecture, and physical deployment.
Planned, budgeted and implemented migration to global MPLS for 12 offices over two years.
Deployed two new datacenters to meet increased customer demand for cloud-based ERP product including design, architecture, and physical deployment.
2010-2012 Abacus Systems Corporation Maple Shade, NJ
Senior Network Engineer
Manage multiple client environments including small, medium, and enterprise businesses. Perform project work including ITIL best practices, quoting, infrastructure/architecture proposals, and cost reduction. Manage infrastructures including Windows Server 2003/2008, VMWare ESX and Linux systems. Install, configure and maintain routers and switches comprising Cisco, Fortigate, Netgear and other vendor devices, including VLANs, VPNs, security, IPS/IDS, and access control. Implement and maintain Exchange 2003/2007/2010 organizations. Perform infrastructure and security audits. Create and update client documentation including security and topology diagrams.
Project leader for installation of new workstations and servers for 16 branch acquisition utilizing SCCM 2007.
Consolidated 20 physical servers into virtual machines hosted on three VMWare ESX servers.
Created proposal for and implemented VPN tunneling for four-site municipal complex.
2007-2010 Diversified Foam Products Swedesboro, NJ
IT Administrator
Manage IT environment, including Windows Server 2003, OS/400, Linux, and VAI System 2000 ERP environment. Perform hardware and software upgrades and installations; manage third party email system. Handle backup system; write and update SOP manuals. Create curriculum for and facilitate employee training for Office 2003. Troubleshoot workstation, LAN, and WAN issues including HP ProCurve, 3COM and Sonicwall devices. Maintain SharePoint 2007 intranet site. Manage vendor relationships and work with third-party support. Managed IT intern and various non-IT personnel to complete IT projects. Prepare and control budget and expenses.
Reduced third party consultant fees by 20% first year and 50% second year through consolidating services and self-paced training.
Developed SharePoint intranet site to track quality complaints and RFQs.
Implemented WSUS server and networked AV system to consolidate updates and AV services.
Project manager for ERP upgrade.
2009-2011 Anthem Institute Cherry Hill, NJ
Instructor
Part-time teacher, providing instruction in A+ hardware and software, Exchange 2003/2007, basic and advanced Linux, information security, and computer forensics. Create lesson plans and facilitate lectures, lab assignments and exercises. Answer student questions and provide career counseling and advice. Handle various classroom management documents, including attendance and progress reports. Conduct student conferences. Proctor and grade tests.
Attend teacher training and lesson planning workshops
Troubleshoot local workstation problems and lab assignment issues.
Provide real-world scenarios and examples to give students practical application of learned concepts and principles.
2004-2005 Walgreens, Inc. Toms River, NJ
Assistant Manager
Aided store manager in daily operations. Ordered supplies based on current and past usage. Managed night staff of up to six employees. Tallied cash receipts and participated in balancing store budget. Managed employee teams during store inventories.
Merchandised seasonal aisles to promote specials.
Worked with community leaders to advance company’s social responsibility program.
EDUCATION
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
B.S., Computing and Security Technology
3.93 Cumulative GPA, Summa Cum Laude Honors
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
M.S., Information Sciences
3.83 Cumulative GPA, Summa Cum Laude Honors
Ocean County College, Toms River, NJ
A.A., Education in Social Sciences
3.77 Cumulative GPA
The Chubb Institute, Cherry Hill, NJ
Diploma, Computer Networking and Security
4.0 Cumulative GPA
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