Professional Introduction
I am a focused, dedicated, highly motivated professional whose strong work ethic, combined with 15 years of working experience in both healthcare and global environments allowing me to exceed the norm, set the pace, and meet the challenges of a new, exciting millennium.
Outstanding Customer Service
Advanced troubleshooting and configuration skills
Excellent training skills
Ability to multi-task with solid organizational skills
Extensive experience in healthcare settings
Well versed in ITIL Methodology
Expert hardware and software skills
Highly capable of working independently or within a team environment
Working knowledge of HIPAA requirements
Technical Skills
Windows & Mac OS
Microsoft Office
VMware
SonicWall
IE/Chrome
BMC Tuner
SCCM
Wyse Thin Client/VDI
Video Conferencing (Cisco, Avaya)
Microsoft Active Directory
Microsoft Exchange
PC anywhere/VNC/Bomgar/GoToAssist
RSA SecurID
WEP/WPA wireless networks
Microsoft file system management
BMC, Wily, Riverbed, Orion-Solarwinds, SiteScope, eSpud, Dynatrace
Smartphone (iPhone/Blackberry/Android) & Tablet troubleshooting
Network / Mail Protocols
oTCP/IP/ DNS/WINS
oSMTP/POP
Cisco VPN / Juniper
VOIP Cisco & Avaya Systems
HP/Canon/Xerox/Ricoh printer management
Professional Experience
Express Scripts, Inc. 10/16-Present
Systems Monitoring Analyst
Support and maintain a high performing monitoring environment, combining BEM, SiteScope and other tools
Assist development and support teams in conducting triage and incident management with collection and analysis of performance metrics
Deliver training on the use of monitoring in application performance management and incident management
Establish and revise SOP’s to achieve efficiency, quality output and uniformity of performance, while reducing miscommunication and failure to comply with company regulations
Software Analysts Corporation 04/16-09/16
IT Operations Analyst – Senior
Image and deploy both laptops and desktops
Provide video conferencing support to senior management
Manage RSA SecurID tokens for end-user access
Resolve technical support issues including VPN connectivity, email, and other enterprise software utilizing various methods and tools such as SCCM, RDP and Skype for Business
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with telephones (digital & VOIP)
Bolt Innovations 04/14-04/16
Network Administrator
Created and managed email accounts within Exchange
Install and implement OS security patches and updates via WSUS
Install and troubleshoot both local and network printers
Provide both hardware and software support to users
Ongoing clean up of Active Directory accounts
Allied Healthcare Products, Inc 10/13-04/14
Network Administrator
Monitor and maintain the company’s LAN/WAN infrastructure
Maintain all servers (using VMware for the virtual servers)
Install and implement OS security patches and updates via WSUS
Install and troubleshoot both local and network printers
Provide both hardware and software support to users both in office and remotely
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with the telephone system
FM Global 11/10-12/12
Sr. Information Specialist – St. Louis Operations
Provide both hardware and software support to users within a global environment both in office and remotely
Create knowledge base articles to assist with resolving issues more effectively
Work with users to provide technical training in both a classroom type setting or remotely using tools such as Live Meeting
Maintain relationships with management teams to provide solutions to simplify their duties using tools already developed within the company
Install and troubleshoot both local and network printers
Sisters of Mercy 09/09 – 11/10
Technician III – System Administrator/Client Systems Operations
Technical Lead in a 30K plus customer base healthcare environment, providing 2nd level and higher support for internal and external users as well as the general public in all aspects of support
Provides end user support via phone, email and hands-on methodologies within a national medical environment
Works closely with peers, including Epic teams to resolve high priority issues
Develops and maintains knowledge base (Wiki) articles to promote faster first-call resolution
Install, configure and troubleshoot enterprise software
Work closely with Business Analysts, Application Coordinators and Vendors to resolve application issues
Intermediate skills sets with SharePoint and Exchange support as well as administration
Create and maintain SharePoint sites enterprise wide
Assist SharePoint owners with issues, mostly managing user rights
Provide training to end users new to SharePoint
Solved issues within SharePoint related to InfoPath content
Provides supervisors and managers with decisive, concise feedback to resolve high-level network incidents in a zero-downtime environment
Communicates change/enhancements interdepartmentally on projects and initiatives that result in quicker go-live times resulting in superior end-user support as well as patient care excellence
Nominated and awarded by peers and leaders for “Geek of the Week” recognition for providing excellent service and demonstrating company values
Anheuser-Busch InBev 12/08 – 09/09
Help Desk Analyst (Contract)
Provide phone support for end users within a global environment on issues ranging from network connectivity, MS Office, proprietary software applications and e-mail
Utilize various tools such as SCCM, NetMeeting and RDP to resolve technical support issues including VPN connectivity, email, Office 2003 and other proprietary software
Handle an average of 30 – 40 tickets a day with 95% first call resolution for clients worldwide
Provide password resets for several various types of accounts
Troubleshot issues within SAP
Setup wireless accounts
Resolve issues with SecurID tokens
Support Blackberry issues
Wachovia Securities 09/08 – 12/08
Desktop Support Analyst (Contract)
Provide desk side and phone support for approx. 5,000+ end users on issues ranging from network connectivity, MS Office, proprietary software applications and e-mail using both Lotus Notes and Outlook 2003/2007
Assure that end users comply to computer-related corporate policies and standards
Provide assistance to clients with remote access using VPN technology and a Citrix secure connection
Aid fellow IT support personnel when required
Provided 2nd level support or higher as needed
Assist end user on Blackberry support of installing desktop manager and configuring email on device
Contribute to corporation’s overall efforts to provide support & operational efficiencies to satellite branches
Washington University 07/08 – 09/08
Help Desk/Desktop Support Analyst (Contract)
Provided phone and email support for over 1,000 users on Windows OS, printer issues, network connectivity, password resets and proprietary software
Successfully resolved e-mail issues within Outlook 2003/2007
Extensive trouble shooting of software and printer issues on a Windows XP platform through phone assistance to end users
Responsible for drive imaging using Norton Ghost
ClearPages 11/07 – 07/08
Desktop Support Analyst (Contract)
Provided hardware and software support to end users
Provide end user support for Microsoft Software and other various programs, such as Office, printer, networking
Assist in accounts receivable by providing support with Peachtree
Develop customer relations through sales support
Robert Half Technology 09/07 – 11/07
Help Desk Support Analyst (Contract)
Remotely resolved technical support issues for outside clients using phone assistance
Managed and supported network monitoring software
Analyzed networks to provide optimum network performance
Created and managed email accounts within Exchange
ClearPages 01/06 – 09/07
Desktop Support Analyst (Contract)
Resolved software issues using phone and desk side assistance
Provided end user support for Microsoft Office 2003 and Peachtree
Successfully managed user accounts in Active Directory
Created and managed accounts within Exchange
Signature Health Services 04/04 – 12/05
Network Engineer
Provided 1st and 2nd level support in a healthcare setting for hardware, software and network issues through phone and desk side assistance
Configured and supported Dell Managed Switches and SonicWall devices for optimal network performance
Successfully supported and managed 500 users in a Windows 2003 Active Directory environment
Supported email within Exchange
Imaged and deployed/upgraded new workstations
Managed backup application for multiple servers including Microsoft Exchange
Simplified the installation and deployment of various operating systems by creating
unattended installations
JMF & Associates, Inc 10/03 – 03/04
IT Consultant
Assisted in day-to-day second level remote support for software, hardware and network issues
Configured and managed e-mail accounts
Contribute after-hours on-call technical support on a rotational basis
Patient Care Services 01/02 – 09/03
Computer Technician
Assisted in maintenance of PCs, laptops, and network equipment in a healthcare environment
Solved hardware, software, and network issues
Provided end user support for database and Microsoft Office
Education / Training
2002 Ranken Technical College: St. Louis, MO