A. Keith Miller
*** * ******* **. ***.* Denver, Co 80218 adjpgb@r.postjobfree.com 970-***-****
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL
Solution-oriented problem solver with a strong work ethic, dedicated to building successful partnerships and providing reliable and friendly user-support while consistently exceeding customer expectations. Enjoy working in a challenging environment for a progressive organization.
DESKTOP SUPPORT ● SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION ● SERVER MANAGEMENT
VENDOR MANAGEMENT ● BUSINESS COMMUNICATION
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Swanson Rink
Systems Administrator April 2019 - Present
Primary support for all engineering related desktop and server/client applications (Autodesk AEC Collection, miscellaneous add ins), o365, Teams, Azure AD, Exchange Online as well as as many other desktop software applications – Desktop imaging using SmartDeploy
Windows Server build/deployment, maintenance (windows server 2008, 2012, 2016, 2019)…Hyper V / Physical
Deploy/maintain ruckus wifi
Configure/manage/maintain Avaya voip phone system
Corporate backup system management (ShadowProtect-ExaBlox/BackupExec)
Print server configuration/mgmt.
Manage and maintain active directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy
Audio/Video configuration/support
Network configuration/mgmt. (Recently forklift upgraded random switching infrastructure with Aruba 3810M/2930M core/edge)
Fortigate firewall management – including IPSEC, SSL VPNs and EMS
GoToMeeting and MS Teams
KACE 1000 appliance mgmt. for asset mgmt., helpdesk ticketing, software package deployment, and OS/application patching
Crowdstrike AV deployment/mgmt
CHRISTIAN LIVING COMMUNITIES Nov. 2014-April 2019
System Administrator
Primary support for hosted Exchange
Tier III escalation point for helpdesk issues
Manage and maintain Active Directory/Group Policy/DHCP/DNS as well as all Windows file/print servers (2003 and 2012)
Manage and maintain Aruba wireless network (mobility 3600 controller utilizing AP93 and AP215 access points) as well as AdTran and HP switch infrastructure
Establish and retain relationships with all vendors, (cabling, hardware, contracted support personnel) as well as internal customers.
Manage and maintain Data Domain DD620/DD2200 deduplication storage devices
Configure, manage, and maintain corporate backups using BackupExec 2015
Configure and manage Mitel 3300 VOIP Phone system for residents (analog)and admin staff (IP)
Configure, manage and maintain Watchguard and Sonicwall Firewalls
Deploy & Maintain ESET Endpoint Antivirus using the ESET Remote Administrator
Manage and maintain the Kaseya helpdesk ticketing system so that the helpdesk personnel can perform their duties efficiently and effectively
AirWatch mobile device management system
Supports and participates in Security Incident Response and Disaster Recovery activities
Long view Systems, Denver, Colorado (Based at Group Publishing in Loveland, Colorado) Feb. 2011-Nov.2014
Systems Consultant
Managed/maintained the following applications and hardware: Microsoft Exchange 2003 and 2010, Open Text RightFax, TrendMicro AntiVirus, Quest Archive Manager for Exchange, Backup Exec 2010, user accounts and permissions (Active Directory), Group Policy, WordPress, Quest Message Stats, Promise Raid Arrays (iSCSI NAS), NetApp SnapManager for Exchange, SSL management/application, BMC Footprints, DNS/DHCP, Unitrends Backup Appliance, Watchguard Firewall (XTM810)policy/port management, and miscellaneous others. Deploy/Configure Windows Server 2003/2008 for multiple uses (web, sql, file, print, etc)
Build and deploy servers in VMWare, IIS 6 & 7, SQL server 2008/2012, and perform other application management.
Researched, recommended, implemented, and managed a new backup solution (Unitrends), for Group Publishing, to ensure backup jobs were consistently and successfully running, ensuring valuable data was backed up and accurate restores were possible.
Partner with Long View staff in Denver and Loveland to research best practices to implement for our clients.
Group Publishing, Inc., Loveland, Colorado (2006–2011)
Systems Administrator 2010-2011
Managed Microsoft Exchange 2003, Captaris RightFax, TrendMicro AntiVirus, Archive Manager for Exchange, User Accounts and Permissions (Active Directory), WordPress, Quest Message Stats and the servers they reside on, Promise Raid Arrays (iSCSI NAS), and miscellaneous other applications and hardware.
Built and deployed servers in VMWare.
Senior Support Analyst 2006-2009
Provided Tier 2 and Tier 3 support for all 250 users, including desktops/laptops/AV equipment and copiers.
Researched and purchased most productive, efficient, and cost effective solutions for all computer needs (desktop, laptop, monitors and projectors).
Provided superb customer service while always prioritizing needs of the organization, department, and employees.
Maintained library of images for a wide range of hardware (MPC, HP, Omnitech, IBM)utilizing Symantec Ghost.
Maintained inventory of ink, toner, drum cartridges, waste toner bottles, etc. for our large fleet of copiers
Coordinated all repairs of said devices through relationships with Xerox, Konica Minolta, and Lanier.
Harrington Cancer Center, Amarillo, Texas 2004-2005
Help desk Technician
Provided Tier 1 support (hardware and software) for all desktops/laptops/AV equipment and printers/copiers.
Assisted network manager with networking duties as assigned.
Managed the CA Antivirus and URL filtering software.
Coordinated all-in warranty repairs with IBM (we were a 100% IBM shop) and copier vendors.
EDUCATION
Associate of Applied Science, Networking 2005
Amarillo College Amarillo, Texas
CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
ITIL V3 Foundations certified
Completed the Cisco Networking Academy at Amarillo College