Network Admin / Technical Support

Neil Yalkowsky

*** ****** *****, *********, ** **846

Phone/Voice Mail: 914-***-****

E-mail: ********@*****.***

Objective:

To obtain a full or part time position utilizing my skills in hardware, software, support, communication, and /or web design.

Education/Certifications:

Iona College - Masters in Computer Science 01/2003 - 05/2007

New York University- Masters in Graphic Communications Management and Technology 01/2000 - 05/2002

New York University - Bachelor in Communications Studies 09/1995 - 01/2000

CompTIA - Network+ (N+) Certified

Skills:

Programing/Scripting Languages: SQL, Java, HTML, XML, Bash/CRON scripting

Operating Systems: Windows, DOS, Macintosh, UNIX, Linux

Platforms: Mainframe, Client Server, Web/Internet

Office Applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Visio, Word Perfect, Oracle, SQLite, Ghost

Graphic Applications: Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Premiere, Quark Express, Final Cut

Internet Software/Technologies: Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Netscape Navigator, Email, FTP, NNTP, P2P, LAN, WAN, Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, Blackboard

Hardware skills: Building, repair, and maintenance of computers; Installation and configuration of routers and switches

Certification (ongoing) in: N+, A+, Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)

Social Skills: High-level interpersonal skills; Experience educating children and adults with varying levels of computer knowledge; Experience working in a help desk environment

Development and deployment of on-line information database

Creating educational pamphlets for use in the office environment

Work History:

Network Administrator 08/ 2011 – 11/2016

Professional Advertising Systems (Armonk, New York)

Managed a Quantum tape library and performed backup and recovery tasks using Oracle Secure Backup.

Maintained company’s local firewall including managing the D.N.S., email, and FTP systems.

Repaired networking issues using software tools and Ethernet cable testers.

Installed and designed various Virtual Machines for use in communicating with providers and customers.

Installed and maintained local PC and Linux environments.

Installed various versions of Windows, Centos, OEL, Office, Open Office, Anti Virus, Database, and PDF software.

Administered Linux systems through the use of scripting and monitoring of various information sources.

Worked extensively with various Oracle products and managed user connectivity through Enterprise Manager.

Provided support to local and remote users who accessed our site through various browsers.

Designed and created a cohesive working environment for local users by using organizational software and icons.

Installed client and server machines and replaced failed parts as needed.

Entered customer information into database and manipulated data using SQL commands.

Built and administered storage pools using Dell EqualLogic software and replaced failed drives as needed.

Automated distribution and execution of tasks between Linux and multiple Windows environments.

Creating and administering CRON jobs and BASH scripts.

Linux system installation, maintenance, and debugging.

Aided in purchasing decisions related to Computers, Printers, Hardware providers, and Software vendors.

Assistant Director of Operations and Data Management for Enrollment Management 07/2010 - 06/2011

The College of New Rochelle (New Rochelle, New York)

Self-trained, and instructed the enrollment staff, on various aspects of Apply Yourself (AY) and Connect.

Developed & implemented the Graduate instance of AY & Connect utilizing information from various departments.

Performed daily maintenance on multiple computer systems assuring their databases were synchronized.

Aided students and staff in the use of our on-line computer systems and other computer-based software.

Provided various departments with critical information from Enrollment Management’s databases.

Created and implemented personalized mailers using Word, Excel, and the online database.

Aided in the recommendation and purchasing of computer products for Enrollment Management.

Utilized multiple computer environments and multiple web browsers to aid both staff and students.

Technician 04/2010 - 05/2010

Dell Computers (New York, New York) - temporary placement through Peak Systems

Performed imaging on multiple computers

Installed computers in a cooperate environment (UBS) and transferred user accounts from one computer to another

Assessed previous user’s use of peripherals and installed peripherals based on this assessment.

Prepared legacy computers for storage and eventual data wiping

Web Designer and System Administrator 07/2007 - 02/2010

Lock On Games (New Rochelle, New York)

Added major functionality to existing website using Drupal (Chat, Message Boards, etc.)

Used Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, and HTML to enhance a Drupal themed website

Styled text and content layout through use of Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

Created and enhanced an SQL database for use with Drupal backend

Used XML to install Search Engine Optimization (SEO) functionality

Web Designer, System Administrator, Executive Producer 06/2005- 07/2007

When They Could Fly (New York, New York)

Created and enhanced images using Photoshop

Created and maintained movie website using Dreamweaver and HTML (manual edits)

Edited video promotional materials using Premiere and Final Cut Pro

Created print materials (letterheads, postcards, posters, etc.) using Quark Express, Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Publisher

Resident Technician 09/1996 - 10/1998

New York University (New York, New York)

Worked as part of a team installing, configuring and troubleshooting student’s software and hardware to allow WAN and Internet communication through the dorms

Entered data and performed queries using Microsoft Access

Computer Assistant 06/1997 - 08/1997

Larry Rosman Attorney (New York, New York)

Created a LAN by deploying and configuring routers and switches

Installed software and hardware on office computers to allow access to the LAN

Created a communication gateway between LAN and Internet

Computer Assistant 06/1997 - 08/1997

Fred Yalkowsky Attorney (New York, New York)

Designed and assembled 10 computers for the legal practice

Created an Oracle database using SQL for tracking payments and maintaining client data

Trained personnel in the use of Microsoft Word

Created a Microsoft Excel workbook for tracking expenditures

Sales Associate 06/1996 - 08/1996

Software Etc (Yonkers, New York)

Aided customers with pre purchase hardware, software, and computer capability questions

Resolved software compatibility issues between various versions of Microsoft Windows and Macintosh Operating Systems

Resolved in store Internet connectivity issues

Computer/Teacher Assistant 09/1995 - 08/1996

Westchester Day School (Mamaroneck, New York)

Assisted teacher in educating children in 6th - 8th grade using Microsoft Word, Windows and various other educational programs

Educated students in basic Internet navigation using various programs for accessing Application Layer Protocols (for example: HTTP, POP3, FTP, and NNTP)

References Available Upon Request

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