Charles Gordon Cameron
Hartford, CT 06112
860-***-****, acxk3b@r.postjobfree.com
Google Voice 203-***-****
SUMMARY / QUALIFICATIONS
* *****’ experience at both large and small company settings, including MSP experience
Thorough understanding of MS Exchange 2003/7/10, Server 2003/8/12, Windows XP/7, AD, backup technologies, ticketing systems, imaging, Office 2003/2007/2010, network printing and BES
Proficient in MS Windows OS software setup, security and networking; MS Windows XP certified
Able to change out and set up computer hardware; knowledge of recent computer innovations
Excellent sales and interpersonal skills; record of excellent customer service
KEY SKILLS
Windows Server 2003/2008/2012/XP administration including Active Directory, BES, VMWare Desktop, Hyper-V, NTFS permissions and shares in large and small corporate environments
Four years combined experience in large and small company help desk settings and remote/phone support
Exchange 2003/2007 administration
Software installation, configuration and troubleshooting including MS Office, Adobe, Symantec antivirus, etc.
Virus and spyware removal
Proficient in backup technologies including Symantec Backup Exec, Sonicwall, Datto and remote solutions including Iron Mountain
Excellent knowledge of remote access software (RDP, VNC, DameWare, Communicator)
Excellent knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP and network printing
Strong knowledge of hardware installation, troubleshooting and configuration.
EXPERIENCE
12/2015 – Present
Salvation Army
Volunteer Work
Assisted in accounts payable and collation of retail store daily sales reports
Created SOP documents for procedures at Salvation Army ARC
Provided security and monitoring of Salvation Army residence
Served as a critical link in warehouse operations
5/2014 – 8/2014 GE Asset Management
Desktop Support
Lead support representative responsible for new hire hardware and software
Extensive experience with Ghost imaging for backups and new PCs.
Supported trading systems including Bloomberg and multiple monitor setups.
Setup and configuration of thin clients
Imaging of IBM Blade systems
Configuration of RSA secure technology
10/2013 – 12/2013 US Computer Connection
Network Technician
Desktop support and on-site technician
Performed maintenance and upgrades for clients including medical offices.
oMonitored backups, replaced equipment and configured new users
Gained experience with Windows Server 2012
Used Connectwise to create, manage and resolve customer trouble tickets originating from email, phone and automated sources
Set up and monitored customer backups using Zenith BDR and Datto devices
Interfaced with manufacturers when necessary to resolve technical issues.
3/11 – 4/12 Independent Contractor for IBM at CNA Insurance
Level II Desktop Support
Experienced LAN administrator for sites up to 500 users
Performed troubleshooting over the phone, at client deskside and with the aid of remote technologies such as RDP, Communicator and RealVNC.
Skilled in Remedy incident ticket and inventory management systems
Knowledge of PeopleSoft supply chain management
Familiar with desktop reimaging
Strong knowledge of computer desktops in large and small corporate environments
Excellent troubleshooting skills on Office 2003 and good familiarity with Office 2007 and 2010
6/10 – 3/11 Independent Contractor; Performed various contract work at numerous area companies.
9/16/2005 – May 2010 ComputerSuperCenter/Lighthouse Technology Partners, Greenwich, CT
Help Desk Analyst
Assisted clients with routine issues, including desktop applications, email and spyware removal
Performed maintenance on client servers and desktops, including adding users, setting permissions, creating mailboxes.
Monitored server systems for unanticipated problems
Set up and maintained server backup systems and restored client data as needed from Veritas Backup Exec, shadow copies and Sonicwall platforms.
Strong familiarity with Active Directory on MS Server 2003 and 2008 platforms.
Knowledge of MS Exchange Server 2003 and 2007 and Active Directory
Familiarity with BES and Blackberry handhelds, Symantec Endpoint Protection and Citrix.
Knowledge of virus and email filters: MS Exchange Hosted Services, MessageLabs and Netgear Prosecure.
Strong networking skills: Ethernet, TCP/IP, Wireless, VPN, and connectivity troubleshooting.
Performed troubleshooting over the phone, at client deskside and with the aid of remote technologies such as RealVNC
Computer repair technician
Diagnosed and repaired laptops and desktops, including laptop screen, motherboard and hard drive replacement and desktop motherboard and hard drive replacement.
Virus/spyware removal and data transfer
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS
B.S. Chemistry, June 1989
PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY
PhD Chemistry, December 1994
MCP Windows XP certified