James Eric Karn, II

Chattanooga, Tn. *****

Email: adflwq@r.postjobfree.com - Phone: 423-***-**** - LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/james-karn-8563501a

Career Objective:

To assist in establishing a strong computer network systems for constant communication by using my skills to assess, design, plan, configure and monitor all network systems.

Professional Strengths:

Strong experience in configuring, monitoring, and network devices Extensive knowledge of Unix, Microsoft server and Cisco and other devices

Extensive knowledge of Cyber Security and vulnerability practices Develop and carry out information security plans and policies

Strong knowledge of security devices of Fortinet, Cisco and others Expert in the configuration of VPN, VoIP, BGP, IPSEC VPN, and EIGRP

Broad knowledge of SNMP, NetFlow, Syslog, and network tools Proficiency with all network and data security methodologies

Excellent resolution, analytical, leadership, and organizational skills Excellent ability to work in a team and independently with task prioritize skills

Professional Experience:

Tennessee Valley Yacht Services Engineering / Technician services Chattanooga, Tn. May 1999 – Present

Maintain many different aspects of medium to large yachts, to include engineering, electronics, plumbing, HVAC, electrical and fuel systems. Assisting in maintaining, transporting and project management for any customization, repairs or contractors

KRN Voice and Data Sr. Network Engineer / Sr. IT Consultant Chattanooga, Tn. May 1999 – Present

CIS (Partner) Sr. Network Engineer / Sr. IT Consultant Chattanooga, Tn. Oct 2011 – Dec 2016

Transcomm (Bankruptcy) Dir of Information Technology Contractor Chattanooga, Tn. Sep 2003 – Oct 2007

Transcommunications Director of Information Technology Chattanooga, Tn. Feb 2000 – July 2003

Modis and sister consulting firms Network Engineer Southeast, USA Jul 1996 – May 2000

U.S. Xpress Network Engineer / Architect Chattanooga, Tn. Nov 1997 – May 2000

MCI / ISS / Capital One Network Engineer Raleigh and Richmond Nov 1996 – Nov 1997

Unum / Provident Network Engineer Chattanooga, Tn. July 1996 – Nov 1996

Performed all functions: Security Assessments and Implementations, Network Engineering, Server/Workstation Deploy, Admin and Virtualization.

Installed and maintained many devices Firewalls, PIX 5xx's, ASA 55xx's, Routers 26xx 28xx, 36xx, 37xx. 38xx series, Switches 6500, 4503, 2960, 3548 series and many more from Cisco and several other vendors.

Supported servers, networks, firewalls and other for companies, in various environments, to include insurance, banking, manufacturing and other.

Support 300 plus small to medium businesses individual PC, MAN, LAN, WAN, WiFi and Broadband (Onsite and offsite monitoring and manage).

Created and Implemented Technology Plans, Information Security Manual (ISM) to comply with Sarbanes–Oxley and SAS70 audits.

Numerous contractual jobs surrounding small to large size all server, workstation. Security and network operational needs.

Focused on enhancing allocations and reducing costs of all current and future communications needs.

Designed and implemented secure RF/WiFi with concealed MAC address authentication for 590 truck stop solutions.

Designed and implemented a self-healing communications network to handle over 300 million transactions a year.

Reviewed and adjusted monthly IT budget and billing, reducing the monthly budget by 55%.

Designed multiple private communications platforms for secure voice and data connectivity.

Maintained iVRU, NT servers (prepaid fuel and voice), email and other services) consisting of over 230,000 customers.

Provided cost detailed analysis and recommendations for all voice and communications equipment cost.

Managed all remote Engineering and call center personnel on deployment and support of a 230,000 subscriber network.

Designed and implemented a LAN connectivity to multiple ISP solutions, reducing costs of connectivity.

Managed all updates to an AS400, to include industry compliant, Server NT-2016 installation and configuration and migration to Peach Tree Accounting Program from a custom AS400 (RPG/Cobol) applications.

Implemented VPN connectivity (remote office) for four remote personnel, to grow up to 200 VPN connections.

Proactive and remote support for the entire network connectivity. Cisco Works and other SNMP tools.

Set Standards and coordinated with all Vendors and contractors involved with the new facility maintenance.

Designed and implemented changes to the Voice and Data WAN to reduced equipment and deployment costs by 45%.

Focus on customer needs as Senior Contractor, fulfilling the original and all other requirements.

Designed and implemented a resilience LAN and WAN, configured with Lucent gigabit-speed cable, Cisco and 3Com routers and switches for newly constructed building that supports a complete resilience 3000 LAN/WAN devices/users.

Coordinated with all Vendors and contractors involved with the new facility.

Designed and recommended all aspects of new building, cost analysis, Voice and Data (RF/WiLAN/WAN/MAN/LAN) equipment, project, cable management, and vendor selection. Deployed Cisco Works for SNMP monitoring.

Re-engineered the LAN and WAN, reconfigured all routers, switches, and hubs for remotes office locations.

Enabled IGRP, IP, DLSW and IPX routing/standards, reducing the amount of network traffic, total T1/T3 connectivity.

Designed, installed and configured WAN consisting of 45 Cisco 2500 routers, and supervised changes on the LAN.

Consultant to the Vice President of Network Services for Capital One for over 5000 switched/VLAN users/devices.

Automated the Strata COM IPX to IGX, transformed an 8-minute process to a 40-second process.

Converted over 5000 customer circuits from StratCom IPX to IGX in a 4 month period, 4 months ahead of schedule.

Assisted with the problem recognition and restoration of the network to 100% availability, up from approx. 60%.

Designed a data set of information based on the PC information gained from API call and other links. This allowed technical staffing to search on a MAC address to find out, real-time information, segment, domain, phone numbers, and other historical information.

Coordinated vendor meetings, consisting of 3COM, Bay Networks, Cisco and Cross-Comm, which has provided the client with essential network analysis from each of the vendors and clarity on future problem resolution and tracking.

Assisted in the training of new personnel to the Network Engineering staff, as well as Micro support personnel.

Managed/Assisted the reconfiguration of LAN token ring connectivity to Ethernet switching

Federal Reserve Bank Senior Cryptographic / Network Engineer Richmond, Va. Feb 1993 – Jul 1996

Managed/Assisted the reconfiguration of over 650,000 telecommunications circuits, the circuits included Front End ports configurations, Matrix Switching, Link Encryption, DSU/DBM, and Telecommunications circuits.

Assisted in the training of over 30 operational personnel in all aspects of WAN, LAN, and telecommunications.

Managed/Assisted National and District operational personnel in problem diagnostics/reporting on connection outages.

Assisted in the configuration of two Disaster Recovery Centers to support 28 sites, ranging from FEP 35-260 connections.

Assisted the design and implementation of Racal Key Management Center, Failover Application (application is designed to recover link encrypted circuits in the DRC's with different KKC's or KEK's).

Designed a database that maintains maintenance costs on all components in the telecommunications equipment, allowing administration personnel to dictate to the vendor what we are paying, and also allowing budget forecasting to be exact.

Designed a database that allowed Network Data Security and Data Security personnel to perform a Risk Assessment of all EMS/NMS, in compliance with the Information Security Manual and other supporting documents.

Captured all connectivity information into a SQL Database, cable labels, addresses, serial numbers, and other, for over 650000 connections. The created application that allowed the operations staff to visually see the connection from this Database, for a thorough understanding of connectivity and problem management.

Designed a Client/Server structure that allowed National Operations in both sites to access information.

U.S. Navy (Reserves) Cryptographic Technical Operator (E-5) Mar 1991 – Feb 1993

U.S. Navy (Active) Cryptographic Technical Operator Mar 1987 – Mar 1991

Sailor of the Year 1992, Three Naval Accommodations, prior nominated for Three Naval Achievement Medals.

Cryptographic Technician (Communications) performed installation, operation, and testing of classified equipment.

OPERATING SYSTEMS:

Very familiar with all, Unix/Sun Solaris 8.0, Novell 4.X, Windows Server NT-2016, All UNIX systems, and MS Windows: detailed list available upon request.

HARDWARE SPECIFIC:

Routers 3COM, Cisco GSR, 7500, 7000, 5300, 4000, 3000, 2600, 2500

Cisco Switches (12000, 6500, 5000, 3500, 2900), Stratcom IPX/IGX Switches

Cisco ASA (5500 series)/Pix Firewalls (525, 520, 515, 506), VPN Concentrator, Cisco IOS Firewall feature set

Checkpoint, Sonic, SOHO and other Firewalls

OC-12, OC-3, DS3, T-1, Ethernet (Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet) FDDI, Token Ring

Routing Protocol (BGP4, OSPF, EIGRP, IGRP, RIP, IS-IS, NLSP), Routed Protocol (TCP/IP, IPX/SPX)

Implemented SNMP on devices to allow for network management for several companies

Implemented HP Openview Server for network management for several companies

Implemented traffic filters using Standard and Extended access-lists, Distribute-Lists and Route Maps.

SOFTWARE:

Summary, proficient with all office automation software created by Microsoft, Unix, all of the 3 and 4 GL Database applications and several Network Management software (in or out band, SNMP or X.25/X.400); detailed list available.

EDUCATION:

Gulf Coast Community College, Panama City, Florida -- MIS Candidate - Completed 3 years of study.

FORMAL TRAINING / CERTIFICATES:

Project/Priority Time Management – Franklin-Covey, Cryptology Training - U.S. Navy, Timeplex Node Management and Time LAN EMS, Racal Key Management Center, AT&T COM sphere, Data Switch IPX/IPC Management, IBM Moss/Moss-E, and others, Cylink Crypto Management, Cisco View/Works and others associated with corporate environment.

SECURITY CLEARANCE and other:

Cleared for access to funds information by FBI background investigation from 1992 – 2002 (Federal Reserve Banking System) - Inactive

Cleared for access to Top Secret (SI) information from 1987 to 1997+ based upon a Special Background Investigation. (U. S. Navy) – Inactive

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI): INTJ, Introversion (I): INTJs tend to be introverted and prefer to work alone. Intuition (N): INTJs look at the big picture and like to focus on abstract information rather than concrete details. Thinking (T): INTJs place greater emphasis on logic and objective information rather than subjective emotions. Judging (J): INTJs like their world to feel controlled and ordered, they prefer to make plans in advance.

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