Gary R. Tallis

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Enfield, CT *6082

860-***-****

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STRENGTHS

Wealth of Experience: 20+ years of successful and rewarding careers of diverse and broad background adding value in the I.T. areas of distributed computing, networking, communications, and infrastructure implementations.

Core Competencies: Heavily focused on new solutions research and development, best practices, product evaluation and proof of concepts; to reinforce recommendations for improved performance, productivity and business requirements.

Value: Extensive pre-/post-sales technical support, I.T. project management, customer-facing experience in many aspects of structured designs and solutions.

Hands-on Knowledge: In-depth work with capacity planning, implementing fault-tolerant server designs for contiguous mission-critical applications, disaster recovery plans, alternate hot-site design and data security; Disaster Recovery Specialist.

Documentation Control: Well versed in procedural documentation, trend analysis, help desk tracking technology applications, identifying opportunities for performance improvement and risk mitigation. Familiar with SOX, HIPAA, PCI and Security Compliance standards.

Leadership: Strong engineering principles and as technical liaison; mature interpersonal skills; effective communication and teamwork capabilities. Ability to adapt and listen to what is and what is not being communicated.

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE

Network Operating Systems from Microsoft Windows NT – Windows AD, Microsoft Server 2003-2019, Exchange 2003-2012 Hosted and Hybrid, IIS, MS SQL Server 2000-2012 Clustering, SCCM and Oracle; Cloud implementation and remote support as well. Extensive use of VMWare, VSphere, V-Center, and VM-Tools V5.x – 6.x. IAAS, PAAS and SAAS-Rack Space, Go-Grid, Microsoft Azure, Citrix XenDesktop/XENApp Applications, ITIL and Services Management Platforms.

Managed Services and support with BSM Remedy, ServiceNow, Spectrum, LANDesk systems management, asset management, and process management solutions. Key team member of project roll-out migration to ServiceNow ITIL regional deployment. Familiar with AutoTask Managed Workplace, AVG/Reflexion Cloud Care Security and Anti-SPAM.

Network-based systems integration with Microsoft Office Suites 97-2016/OF365; (Extensive work with Outlook/Exchange and iPhone, android, iPad devices), Web-based email, MS Visio, MS Project, Lotus Notes.

Symantec Backup Suites, Endpoint Security, EMC VNX, Networker Backup Vplex and Isilon VSAN/NAS Deployments, Veeam backup, disaster recovery and data management software for virtual, physical and cloud-based workloads (Veeam ONE). HP OpenE, Proof Point, Datto Disaster Recovery and Backup Server, Anti-Virus Corp., Suite, Crowd Strike and other Data Security Utilities.

Hardware Platforms: HP/Compaq ProLiant, IBM and Dell Rack and Tower Servers with RAID and SAN Controllers, Cisco UCS Chassis, Cluster Servers, DB Management, Load Balancing, Remote Management Interfaces (ILO and DRAC), Server Manager.

Hands-on management of Networking, Routing, Switching, Access Points, VLANS and VPN solutions. Managed Platforms with Cisco, Dell, Aruba (HP-E), Intel, Fiber, Physical and Wireless Implementations.

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

February 2018 – July 2020 Trinity Health Systems Hartford, CT

Systems Engineer – Enterprise Technology Services (St. Francis Hospital, Johnson Memorial Hospital, Sisters of Providence/Mercy Hospital, St. Mary’s Hospital and RiverBend Medical Group)

Provide network engineering support services to the Trinity Health Systems, NE Regional computing community, as well as advanced trouble-shooting, implementation, configuration and management of network hardware and software.

Tier III Real Time Support for Help Desk, Telecom, Desktop and Networking teams.

Extensive use of SCCM and SCOM Server for deployment and monitoring, VMWare with VSphere 5.6 and 6.5 (approximately 200 Hosts with 2200+ VMWare Servers).

Contribute to the design, implementation, documentation and support of enterprise distributed data systems and Servers/Networks.

Provide technical analysis and support of Microsoft-based AD, Exchange; Virtual and physical layers of network solutions including; systems administration, ITIL management and direct end-user care.

Provide direction and leadership regarding these systems, manage user relations, and assist Director and Network Group Managers in development of network systems and applications.

Key contributor to strategic short/long range plans for the Departments and System-wide.

Responsible for the performance, functionality and support at all Hospital campuses, satellites and remote THS sites.

April 2017 – January 2018 SLC/NES Longmeadow, MA/ Enfield, CT

Independent Project Consultant/Systems Engineer

Performing various projects as needed through short-term engagements and assisting in project completions. Such as: Windows 2016 Server upgrades, Windows 10 Desktop roll-outs, Interim Administration roles, functional testing and end-user support.

January 2016-March 2017 CSC – Computer Sciences Corp. E. Hartford, CT

Professional Systems Engineer – UTC Account

(Pratt & Whitney, UTAS/Hamilton Sundstrand, Otis Elevator, Carrier and UTC Corporate)

Remotely installed, investigated and resolved routine and complex matters of significance with computer software and hardware equipment, primarily Microsoft Cloud-based VMWare Servers in several distributed ESXi Host farms.

On-site support provided at data centers as required.

Analyzed, logged, tracked and resolved complex software/hardware matters of significance pertaining to networking connectivity issues, large-scale project implementation, printers, servers, and applications to meet UTC business needs. (SQL Clusters, IIS Web Servers, Application and Print Servers, Backup Solutions, NAS/SAN Expansion).

Supported over 14,000 AD Integrated physical/virtual servers remotely worldwide in a project engineering and implementation role; focused on new product enhancements, upgrades, changes and improvements; minimal break/fix work.

Oversaw the installation of client department-specific applications and systems. Ensured installations were in accordance with appropriate operating procedures; determined revisions or updates to installation as needed.

July 1998–December 2015 Network Engineering Services Enfield, CT

Principal/Owner – Senior Systems Engineer and Project Manager

Complete management of the entire organization as well as all IT projects for the entire customer base.

Primarily responsible for maintaining the highest level of direct business benefit and productivity gains of emerging technologies for the entire client base; Maintenance Contracts; Technical Consulting; Computer Systems Repair and Maintenance (all platforms).

1997–1998 IKON Office Solutions, Technology Services/HBM Bloomfield, CT

Project Manager, Business Solutions Architect

Reported directly to the President and worked closely with other functional leaders in the company, including engineering, sales, service, education and marketing to provide network solutions and deployment strategies.

1991–1997 IKON/HBM Bloomfield, CT

Project Manager / Senior Systems Engineer

Managed all new network/systems solution implementations and deployment as customer liaison and engineering resource manager.

CERTIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

ServiceNow: Dashboards, On Call Scheduling, Root Cause Analysis and Mobility

Health Care Operations Certifications: HIPAA, Cultural Competence and Workplace Diversity, Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Data Privacy and Security.

Successfully completed MS Courses in: 2012/2016/2019 Clustering, PowerShell Scripting, Hybrid Cloud Solutions, and Optimizing Virtual Environments.

Implementation and Management: VMWare 5.0-6.5.

Level I and II Security Clearance for United Technologies Corporation (UTC).

Safety Certification for all Business Units at UTC.

Microsoft MCSE, Novell CNE, ECNE, MCNE, Compaq/HP ASE, Banyan CBSE.

Professional Development – Managing Disaster Recovery; Project Management Certification; Microsoft Solutions Framework Certification; Sexual Harassment; Management Transitions and Leadership Courses.

Technical Careers Institute – Windsor, CT – Technical Certification – Electronic Technician/Computer Technology – Graduated first in class; 99.4% GPA.

Enrico Fermi High School – Enfield, CT – General Studies with focus on Electrical Engineering and Electronics – Honor Student – Diploma.

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