JOHN G FALZONE, MCP, CCNA,
East Rochester, NY ***45 585-***-**** **********@*******.***
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IT PROFESSIONAL
AREAS OF EXPERTISE AND CERTIFICATIONS
Microsoft Certified Professional
A+ Certified, Network + Certified
AWS CP
Certified Novell Netware Administrator
Project Lead
CCNA (Routing and Switching) with over 20 years’ experience. Computer hardware/software technician
Experienced Field Technician with tools
ESXI/ESX 6.7 Administrator
ITIL Foundation
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Cloud Computing: AWS: fault tolerant website creation, AWS CLI, database to Aurora migration, Lambda functions, auto-scaling (up and out) and VPC Security, CloudFormation, S3, RDS, Route53 configuration
Operating Systems: Vcenter 6.7 Windows XP Professional, WIN98/2000, Windows Active Directory Win NT40, Windows 2008 Server, Share Point, Terminal server Windows 7 remote support tools, PowerEdge 2850, Windows 7 Migration Integrity
Telecommunications/Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, TFTP, CDMA, IPX/SPX, FTP, WI-FI, WIMAX, VOIP, IIS, SSH, RDP, SNMP, Citrix, Subnetting, Terminal Server, 80211b, VNC, IP routing: EIGRP, BGP, IPsec, OSPF Daemeware, WINS, Email Filtering, WSUS Meta switch, Iprism, cnNetscaler, Hyper-V configuration, Adtran 2820/T1 PPP, RADIUS, TACACS, Bastion, Frame Relay, TDM and PRI configuration and maintenance
Storage: iscsi, DRS, Dell PS6100, PowerVault MD3 array, Netapp, Quantum I500, Barracuda Backup
Network Appliance: Google, firewalls, Qos load balancing (F5 networks) and ACLs and checkpoint SmartConsole
Data Center: Paessler PRTG, Cable Management, Environmental Avtech Room Alert 26wRJ-45 Crimping cables (B), Wireshark, NetFlow, Solar Winds
Hardware: HP: Vectra, Omnibooks, Toshiba: laptops, IBM: Valuepoint, Thinkpad, Compaq: laptops, Blackberry, Cisco 4400 Wireless LAN, Cisco 3800, Catalyst 4507R, ASR1004, Quantum Scalari500, Sonic wall, F5 Networks, CommVault
Functional: Applications Management, Compliance, Security, SLA Geo dependencies, Licensing
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Foundation Building Supplies April 2023-Feb 2024; Acquisition from Henrietta Building Supplies
IT Professional
Created Documentation for DR and Network Config for Migration to new Company
Directed all IT operations to meet customer requirements as well as the support and maintenance of existing applications and development of new technical solutions.
Developed Company strategy for on-going improvements to existing systems and implementing new IT technology to support business growth and new initiatives.
Oversaw daily computer system operations, identifies and corrects problems to help ensure maximum system “up time”.
Developed configuration and performance standards for Company systems network; implements and monitors controls to ensure they are maintained.
Ensured the consistency and maintainability of existing applications by creating, maintaining, and enforcing standards/procedures for implementing technical solutions
Designed methods and procedures for automated reporting and other administrative tasks. Directs operations and executes system production tasks according to a documented schedule that meets or exceeds customer expectations.
Developed and implements a Disaster Recovery Plan that includes hardware, software and data storage backup and retrieval.
Maintained system security and verifies that all systems maintain secured status.
Reviewed all designs, code and unit test plans where applicable
Schedules, coordinates and performs hardware repair and maintenance. Records maintenance history.
Participated on all hardware and software evaluations and maintains vendor contracts. Represents the IT function at customer review meeting when appropriate.
Performed liaison duties between users, operations, and programming personnel in the areas of systems design, modifications or troubleshooting
Entre Computer Services September 2022-March-2023
Network Service Engineer-MSP
Install network equipment (Aruba Switches) for various customers
Update certificates for websites and servers
Tech Support call escalations
Configure port forwarding for SonicWall Firewalls
Create DMZ\VPN for various customers
Monitored and maintained servers via Ninja
Managed Migration from MSP to “in-house” IT Support
Tasks Included:
Converting licenses and product for Antivirus, Remote Management, CRM and backup software
Perform reports and clean up via PowerShell Active Directory Module
Install Network Equipment to monitor Nine different companies.
Adjust billing for internet so it is centrally managed.
Install IP cameras at each location
Installed Snyology NAS
Created Playbook/runbook for customer for daily and monthly tasks for the depart
Built Knowledgebase for new IT Employees in One Note
Created Disaster Recovery Plan
Created master accounts for Bitdefender, Acronis, Solar Winds (Dameware and ServiceDesk) and Meraki
Barilla America April 2020 – Aug. 2022
IT Professional
Upgraded 100+Windows PCs and laptops to Barilla’s standard release
Coordinated re-imaging of Montreal HP 840
Oversaw Wireless Controller move project and activities including reconfiguration of network ports for wireless access
points, executing test plans, and other onsite tasks.
Created maintenance plan for 10 Cisco switch upgrades (IOS)
Maintained servers, networks, UPS, camera systems.
Planned and implemented new video conference system for Avon and Montreal
Implemented Automation Security projects as needed.
Executed the roll out of 11 new Xerox printers in Montreal
CBTS: for customer GE MDS, LLC, Feb. 2018 – April 2020
Network Engineer
Provided level III network support for Information Services & Technology for 200+ customers
Submitted weekly progress reports showing activities worked on or accomplished.
Prepared and demonstrated network hardware and communications software products to new and existing users
Supported and assisted end users in the use of network hardware and communications software products
Shared knowledge of all technical services "supported products"
Prepared network hardware and communications software configurations based on end user requirements and required schedule
Performed preventive maintenance cleanings and inspections of network hardware in all system designated areas
Designed network cable plans (including specialized cable design) in new and existing areas of the facility for network installations and/or modifications
Assisted in the evaluation of network hardware and communications software products for possible purchase or lease by identifying and evaluating new and existing network products for their applicability to system requirements
Monitored, evaluated performance, and recommended changes to new and existing network installations
Participated in the vendor negotiating process for network hardware, communications software, training, and maintenance
TATA Consulting Services; customer: Nielsen Corporation, April 2015 – Dec. 2017
Jr LAN Engineer
Managed Routing & Switching Protocols, including advanced Routing protocols configurations (RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP etc)
Designing and configuring optimum QOS parameter
Administered, monitored Steelhead Riverbed and F5 BigIP Load Balancer devices and Cisco Router/Switches/Access point
Maintained network architecture documentation and configuration backup
Performed Cisco Communication Manager upgrades in coordination with (Cisco)TAC
Providing recommendations regarding Capacity Management (power, cooling, space)
Performed historical & performance trend analysis
Extended operating system volume on client servers
Managed Microsoft server security patch upgrades
Monitored inventory via ITIL standards – servers, storage, network, racks, decommission list
CONSULTING
Earthlink Business Services, January ’13-2015
Service Activation Technician
• Strong working knowledge of IP networking including VoIP, COS, QOS, and sub-netting across an MPLS network.
• Maintain voice products, PSTN architectures, and associated equipment (TDM circuitry, Class5 switching,number portability, PRI, VoIP, 911, 800 services, voicemail, common termination types, and voice calling features).
• Re-configured routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and RIP.
• Strong understanding of T1 and DSL loop technology, relative makeup, common applications, circuit Kriterium, LLC, October ‘12-December ‘12 (consulting)
Systems Engineer
• Provide IT Support for various medium-sized businesses.
• Remotely troubleshoot firewall issues with Sonic Wall
• Provide PC support for various customers
• Configure SonicWall for enterprise users
• Configure and maintain Shoretel VoIp phones
• Provide routine checklists for client servers including patches and updates.
Constellation Brands, Canandaigua, NY August 20th –August 31th 2012 (contract)
Email Migration Specialist
• Providing consulting and temporary assistance during email migration project
• Reset passwords and directed users toward Office 365 Portal.
• Removed and rebuilt outlook profile for over 200 users
• Work completed one day early and fielded calls from blackberry and Ipad users with various issues including repointing their email server to the new one
Transcat Calibration Services, Gates, NY March ’12-July ’12 (layoff)
IT Support Analyst
• Configure MPLS and IPSec (i.e., tunnels, remoteaccess) according to standard templates. In Cisco PErouters.
• Assign customer IP addresses fromWindstream’s inventory.
• Design customer circuits in MSS for network elements such as voice, data, & DACS equipment for various access methods such as at T1, DS3, & Ethernet.
• Supports complex customer migrations from various switch platforms. Complete application design to ensure the move will not disrupt the service/features to their clients.
• Coordinate resolution of issues with various departments. Follow up with appropriate departments as required on status and resolution.
• Identify process gaps and training needs for department.
• Manage and troubleshoot exceptions including technical configuration issues with equipment and various network elements that negatively impact intervals and quality of customer installations
• Provide 2nd Level support for NOC, Operations and Solutions Engineering on basic trouble issues.
• Support customer Pretest and Turn-up activities as required. Perform basic troubleshooting of voice and data services that include the ability to troubleshoot and analyze SIP VOIP.
ExxonMobil Chemical, Macedon, NY, June ‘10-March ‘12 (plant moving to Houston)
IT Project Manager/Desktop Support
• Desktop, Network, Voice and Legacy System support for 100+ users at Macedon, NY location.
• Remote desktop computing support for US Users at other locations, including RDP Via Windows Server 2008 to perform monthly windows updates
• Develop, advise on, and implement technical best practices and standards for network infrastructure including LAN and WAN
• Responsible for configuring, upgrading, monitoring, and troubleshooting of Cisco Routers and Switches; Cisco wireless devices, such as Access points and Wireless LAN Controllers
• Provided support for Cisco IPT systems: call manager/ meeting place/ unity voicemail / ipcc / cme, cucm, and cue.
• Research, evaluate, and deploy new technology, patches, and upgrades to improve systems
• Maintained network security and ensures compliance with security policies and procedures
• Installed, configured and maintained network monitoring systems. Evaluated monitoring system and hardware performance to determine network health
• Created, updated, and enhanced written Standard Operating Procedures and documentation using guidelines to enhance systems understanding and completeness.
• Contributed to the development and implementation of disaster recovery procedures and documentation
• Worked closely with regional contacts across multiple departments, divisions, and geographical locations to respond adequately to resolve network-related problems
• Interacted with team members and external vendors to monitor, identify, and resolve routing, LAN, bandwidth, and latency issues
• Evaluated new technology solutions to address performance issues and / or business growth issues and negotiate with vendors as required.
• Oversaw overall performance of the network at the site(s); research, justify and implement improvements and upgrades to hardware and software standards using defined procedures.
• Provided Project Leadership for infrastructure-specific I.T. projects, ensuring consistency of approach and that the standard project management procedures are utilized. I.e. migration from windows XP to Windows 7 ensuring image integrity.
• Supported and employed Change Control procedures as a means of managing all process and equipment modifications and ensure compliance with all software licensing agreements.
• Participated, as requested, in the development and implementation of long and short-term strategic plans for infrastructure services.
One Communications, Jan 08-April ‘10 (lay off)*
Voice Repair Technician
• Supported packet packet-based VOIP Class 4/5 and 5ESS switch, Nortel DMS 100 including Digita
Integrating SS7 and PSTN Networks
• Utilized advanced troubleshooting with various telecom tools including logging in to Cisco routers
• Troubleshoot and resolve tickets generated by Voice Repair Answer team.
• Responded to overflow calls in high call volume situations.
• Provided technical support and trouble resolution for all voice related services and Integrated DSL services.
• Resolved switched voice features, quality, completion, and connectivity issues within 24 hours.
• Initiated ILEC trouble tickets, internal dispatches, coordinate with other internal and external organizations as needed, and provide commitment date and time.
• Communicated progress, set expectations, and verify resolution with clients. Work with management to recognize service interruption patterns, identify outages, and drive resolution.
• Made suggestions via PowerPoint presentations which have been implemented and received recognition from sales and executive teams
• Logged in to PSAX to troubleshoot T1; worked closely with Verizon and ATT field techs to troubleshoot T1 issues including after hours testing
• Completed various training courses on new and legacy systems including remedy and T1 troubleshooting of OC 48
• Created LEC Bonding
Home Properties, Inc. June 2007-Jan. 2008, contract
Field Service Technician
• Installed, configured and tested new computers with windows XP and peripheral equipment at community and regional rental offices.
• Upgraded existing hardware; hard drives and RAM. Worked remotely, using Daemware, with Corporate Office and/or directly with vendors to identify and resolve connectivity issues. Upgrading Cisco PIX Firewall via telnet session and TFTP
• Utilized remote desktop via Daemware.
• Provided extensive phone support to over 200 users
FrontRunner Networks Systems, November 2006-April 2007
Dispatcher
• Provided customer support to various Nortel customers with phone issues and Move, add, changes.
• Dispatched technician and logged ticket utilizing the call ticketing software
• Worked in the NOC to identify alarms and reset equipment or dispatch field tech if needed
Rochester City School District September 2006-October 2006, contract
Technical Support Representative
• Provided Support to Teachers and Administrators
• Assisted PC Users with Troubleshooting Windows and printing issues either resolving the issues with the customer or referring the problem to other technical personnel.
• Communicated to upper level support of outages in the field
5LINX Enterprises - April 2006-August 2006-contract
Globalinx VoIP Services Technical Support Liaison
• Provided assistance to support customer support engineering team for networking issues.
• Performed vendor management functions relating to network maintenance and design execution
• Developed test plans and execute test cases to determine viability of technical solutions.
• Assisted senior level VOIP engineers in their activities and accept instruction from senior level engineers and management
• Utilized laboratory resources in troubleshooting, vendor analysis and standards determination.
VITECH - January 2006-March 2006, contract
Niagara Mohawk/National Grid Laptop Rollout Technician
• Ensured Panasonic Toughbooks were properly installed and configured for WI-FI, LAN and CDMA
• Troubleshoot any and all communication issues for Utica and Buffalo locations only
ADECCO - June 2005 to July 2005, contract
Alaris, Corp./Strong Hospital Field Service Technician
• Utilized a Med Tester to test new ICU Pumps. Tested via software/logging with serial cable via laptop to upgrade over 1000 units
• Tracked and maintained flaws in upgrade process or unit defects in a spreadsheet
UNISYS CORP. - November 2004 to April 2005, contract
Network Technician
• Initiated and set up call center, workflow and first time fixes for 8,000 Lafarge employees
• Supported ERP, Lotus Notes and Financial software i.e. Lawson
• Troubleshoot PeopleSoft at the corporate level. Familiar with ISO and DOD processes, updated help
IBM GLOBAL SERVICES - November 2003 to October 2004, contract
Network Operator
• Managed backups for various international customers via mainframe and ASP Servers
• Maintained and supported Lotus Notes including adding new users.
• Maintained operating records such as machine performance and production reports.
• Worked with support personnel on resolution of production failures in appropriate areas
• Provided Help Desk support to customers for problem calls off shift and weekends.
• Utilized effectively console automation to perform Remote Server function
CNDR Owner/Project Manager: Methodologies: Budget and schedule baselines, Earned Value Management, diamond model with planning, purchasing and managing of equipment and service; identified risks and assigned a cohesive project team.
• Provided PC upgrades, network cabling and Server support: Over 900 clients including Jolt Cola (1999), Xerox (1999), Town & Country Travel (1999-2001, contact: Don Johnson), Rochester Gear (1998-2000, contact: B Peak) Mass Mutual
DATA-LEASE - January 1998 to April 1998
Network Administrator/On-site-Support,
• Main Client: Monroe County (all divisions), Kirkhaven Nursing Home
• Maintained, install and configure Win 98 and NT clients for Clients in Rochester/Buffalo
• Installed and configured NT server (replacing dumb terminals) for Henrietta Library
• Supported MS Office users
• Burned eight hard drives at the same time using an Octet and DriveCopy
• Provided Network administration for NT and Novell users
KODAK OFFICE – February 1997 to December 1997, contract
Network Admin/Onsite User Support
• Installed, configure and maintain, 200+ computers in a Win 3.11/NT4.0 high profile environment in the Corp. Tax, Corp. Auditing, Investor Relations, Treasury, Cash Management and Controllers departments
• Utilized a Citrix server to update a CD server
• Troubleshooted and analyze network conflicts i.e. IP conflicts, server/printer connection tracking and logging each call on an Excel sheet
• Assisted in the evaluation of database upgrades; install software patches and new releases of the database
Network Administrator/On-site User Support (Kodak Elmgrove)
• Installed and configure Netware and NT clients for 100+ users in the Health Imaging Division
• Installed and configure Lotus Notes via SPX or IP
• Obtained access to various communication closets to add new users who move between buildings
XEROX CORP. - January 1996 to January 1997, contract
Software Analyst/Support
• Installed, tested an customized software on Portable Workstation (PWS)
• Utilized QA Partner to initiate and implement status system to effectively monitor the testing progress & associated UNIX interface challenges within the software development cycle.
CHASE MANHATTAN BANK- July 1994-December 1995, Layoff
Technical Support Specialist
• Handled 50 calls/day
• Troubleshoot modem connectivity for the Rochester and NYC market for customers who had Dial up on-line banking.
*Received recognition while at One Communications for going above and beyond service
Service Activation Technician
Maintained voice products, PSTN architectures, and associated equipment (TDM circuitry, Class5 switching, number portability, PRI, VoIP, 911, 800 services, voice mail, common termination types, and voice calling features)
Re-configured routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and RIP
Repaired T1 And DSL Utilizing DSL loop technology
Conducted troubleshooting for Sonet via mux,
Configured L2TP circuits; utilized Aggregate router or REACT to create soft loops and performed BERT patterns using Bell core standards
Legacy systems including remedy and T1 troubleshooting of OC
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
SQA Team Test, MS Project, LAN Workplace, NetFlow, Irma Mainframe, Extra Mainframe, Dell Powervault Modular Disk Storage Manager, Exchange55/Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Backup Exec, MS Office 2010, Certificates, MS Exchange Server, Web Server, Call Ticketing, SQL database Administration, ASP Troubleshooting, Crosstalk, *MS Access (power user), Power Builder, Patching, QA Partner, MS Test, Zenworks, Iexplorer
EDUCATION
St John Fisher University
BA Communications (Communications/ Journalism/ Advertising); Minor: Religious Studies