Network Administrator

Training Facilitation Network and Systems Administration Hardware Maintenance

Technical Documentation Project Management Strategic Planning and Execution Workflow Preparation

Qualifications Profile

Detail-oriented and solution-focused professional, with hands-on experience in all facets of network and data center operations encompassing planning, installing, configuring, and optimizing server and information technology infrastructure. Armed with excellent analytical and decision-making skills in identifying challenges and conducting troubleshooting on technical issues to achieve organizational effectiveness and quality performance. Recognized as a team-player and problem-solver, with proven ability to manage systems, projects, and teams in various IT environments; develop procedures to improve information security and business continuity; and build strong and beneficial relationships with diverse level of individuals. Currently hold an active Department of Defense (DOD) Secret Security Clearance.

Education

Associate of Science in Information Technology, with Focus in Networking

In Progress (Expected Completion Date: Winter 2020)

Southwest Tennessee Community College, Memphis, Tennessee

Coursework in Information Technology, 2016

University of West Florida, Pensacola FL

Relevant Experience

TCOM L.P. Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan

Field Engineer Level 3 Sep 2019–Present

Provide keen oversight with the execution of assigned work schedule and related crew duties

Apply technical skills in installing, configuring, upgrading, and maintaining computers, servers, Cisco routers, Cisco and Sixnet switches, modems, and firewalls

Administer the maintenance of Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows 7, and Windows 10, as well as redundant array of independent disk (RAID) storage solutions

Take charge of computer and server audits, system updates, and information assurance vulnerability alert IAVA updates

Test and troubleshoot fiber optics using optical time-domain reflectometer (OTDR) and other network equipment

Hold responsibility in splicing fiber and terminating CAT 5e, and CAT 6 ethernet, and coax

Render assistance to Base Defense Operations Center and Tactical Operations Center personnel in supporting mission while providing desired footage and information in PowerPoint format

Repair electrical components on printed circuit boards and electrical wiring

Assume accountability for the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of very small aperture terminal (VSAT) systems for site communications across the theater

Communicate with military personnel and chair of command for regular updates and situation reports

Bravura Information Technology Systems, Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan

Aerostat Senior Systems Technician Aug 2017–Aug 2019

Facilitated training for other team members to ensure effectiveness of information systems

Made use of aerostat payloads in troubleshooting fiber and electrical components

Handled high-voltage electrical systems and hydraulic systems

Guaranteed consistency in network uptime by at least 95%

Utilized several network tools such as Putty, SSH, TELNET, and Acronis in small network environments

Conducted preventive maintenance on site equipment, generators, mobile mooring systems (MMS), and aerostat payloads

Prepared problem reports and collaborated with system engineers for timely resolution

Operated and maintained the following systems:

L3 WESCAM MX series (MX-15, MX-20, MX-25) of surveillance cameras with electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) capabilities;

Unattended Transient Acoustic Measurement and Signature Intelligence (MASINT) Sensors (UTAMS); and

StarLITE radar systems for data analysis

Other Experience

Constellis, Camp Arifjan, Kuwait

ZBV X-Ray Operator and Technician May 2017–Sep 2017

Florida Army National Guard, Camp Lemonnier, Africa/Pensacola, FL, USA

Base Defense Operations Center Controller BETSS-C RAID Operator Jul 2015–Jul 2016

Armor Reconnaissance and Communications Specialist Nov 2013–May 2017

Professional Development

Training

Anti-Terrorism Awareness Equal Opportunity Sexual Harassment Prevention

Risk Management Leadership Physical Condition Marksmanship

Military Science Force Protection

Certification

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), In Progress

Certified BETSS-C Tower Chief

Certified Cerberus Operator

Certified ZBV/BVMT X-Ray Operator

Certified PTDS PSS-T Operator

CompTIA Security+/Continuing Education

First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Course

Udemy:

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Python, Active Directory

CBT Nuggets: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), and Microsoft Azure

Pluralsight: Python

Technical Skills

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel PowerPoint, and Outlook) Python

CISCO IOS PuTTY Fiber Optic Splicing OTDR Ethernet Termination Windows Operating

Electronics Soldering Electronics Troubleshooting and Repair to the Component Level Multimeter

Oscilloscope

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