Fred M. Preh

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SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

Proven Success in Systems Optimization and Strategic IT Solutions

Accomplished systems administrator with extensive experience managing server infrastructures and data-center operations. Effectively plan, install, migrate configure and optimize the IT infrastructure to consistently achieve high availability and performance.

Proven ability to create and deliver solutions tied to business growth, organizational development and systems/network optimization. Skilled problem identifier and troubleshooter comfortable managing systems, projects and teams in a range of IT environments.

HIGHLIGHTS OF IT SKILLS

LAN/WAN Administration

Project Management

Workflow Planning

Productivity Improvement

Technical Support

Systems Installation, Configuration & Upgrading

Security Solutions

Database Design & Management

NOS Patches & Updates

Training & Mentoring

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

IT Infrastructure Administrator 2018 to Nov 2020

Onyx-Fire Protection Services Inc

Key Contributions:

Migrate all systems from Microsoft Hyper-V Cluster to Dell EMC Hyper-converged VxRail S570 Cluster

Configured and Migrated current Exchange 2010 to Office 365

Migrated all user mailboxes to Exchange 365

Created new Virtual machines on the Hyper-converged infrastructure VxRail Cluster and installed applications

Migrated all backup jobs and created new schedule on the new Dell EMC IDPA 4400 and Avamar backup system

Setup Cloud archiving in Microsoft Azure with the Dell IDPA Data Domain Cloud Tier

Manage IP desk phones with Telus Business Connect

Mobile phone deployment with Airwatch and IBM Maas 360

Install and configured Cisco Meraki AP and Meraki POE Switches

VPN configuration and management for all remote users

Support the Corporate Infrastructure and connectivity requirements

Systems/Network Administrator 2015 to 2018

Onyx-Fire Protection Services Inc

Provide Systems/Network administration, LAN/WAN/VPN administration, Hyper-V administration, and Microsoft Exchange Server 2010. Also manage FTP servers, Active Directory/DNS, wireless access points and load balancers. Design and implement highly available (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions.

Key Contributions:

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Maintained and configure Window Server 2008/2012 R2 with Domain requirements

Firewall Cisco ASA 5510, 5508 Installation and Configuration for the Network

Troubleshoot and Monitor IT Infrastructure, Create GPOs for enhanced security

Perform Daily Backup and Restore Operations with Barracuda 690 and DELL Power VaultMD1220 with Symantec Backup Exec 2010 of all Databases and file shares

Virus and spyware removal with Symantec Antivirus protection

Exchange 2010 (DAG) Dual site maintenance and client email setup and troubleshooting

Liaise with third party software suppliers to ensure all necessary technical steps are followed

Assist with all Hardware specification and purchasing

Install, configure and maintain Barracuda Web 410, Barracuda Mail, Barracuda 690 Backup

Setup and Configure DELL EqualLogic PS4000, PS6000, PS6100X, PS6100E Multi-site (SAN) Storage Area Network

Clustered environment with fault tolerance - SIOS-Data Keeper Clustered Edition for disk mirroring, Condusive V-Locity for enhance disk read, write and defrag

Servers HP ProLiant DL380 G5, HP ProLiant DL380 G7, HP Proliant DL320e Gen 8 v2

HP TAPEDRIVE LTO 5, HP TAPEDRIVE LTO 7

Systems Administrator 2012 to 2015

TR RECORDS MANAGEMENT – Toronto, ON

Provided Network and Systems support. Installed New Records Centre management software for new Offices. Installed all Server and Desktop hardware and operating systems.

Key Contributions:

Installed and configure Window Servers 2012 R2 with Domain requirements

Router Installation and Configuration for the Network

Troubleshoot and Monitor IT Infrastructure, Create GPOs for enhanced security

Perform Daily Backup and Restore of all Databases

Virus and spyware removal

Exchange 2007 maintenance and client email setup

Liaise with third party software suppliers to ensure all necessary technical steps are followed

Assist with all Hardware specification and purchasing

Systems/Network Administrator 2004 to 2012

TIPPET RICHARDSON LTD — Scarborough, ON

Provide Systems/Network administration, LAN/WAN/VPN administration, Hyper-V administration, and intrusion detection and prevention (IDP) monitoring. Also manage FTP servers, Active Directory/DNS, wireless access points and load balancers. Design and implement highly available (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions for employer.

Key Contributions:

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Evaluated, reconfigured and maintained company’s DELL Compellent SC8000 SAN (Clustered).

Improved system security through Setup, Configure and maintenance of CISCO Routers/Firewall.

Installed, Configured and Implemented network enhancements with CISCO CATALYST SWITCHES.

Performed Daily Backups with Symantec BACKUP EXEC for quick system recovery and availability (averaging 99.9% uptime) and equipped company with scalable systems to support fast business growth.

Install, Configure, Troubleshoot and Maintained EXCHANGE SERVER 2007. Trained employees across multiple departments on Email log-in procedures, security and use of MICROSOFT OUTLOOK 2007/2010 software.

Virtualization – HYPER-V (Windows 2012) Reduced cost by virtualizing the server environment thereby saving on Hardware cost and increased productivity.

Led in-house and consultant team in large-scale server Migration of 2003 to Windows 2008, which significantly enhanced system performance and a 25% decrease in System downtime. Apply server Patches and software/hardware upgrades as required.

Resolved a history of problematic network failure by troubleshooting and maintaining LAN/WAN connections between multiple regional offices.

Replaced Company’s Windows VISTA Desktops with Windows 7 Professional/Windows 8.

Installed, Maintained SQL 2008 and all Applications – Microsoft Dynamics, Movers Suite, Mapper, Virtual Corporate Keeper.

Stabilized, expanded and protected network and PC environment by implementing Symantec Corporate Endpoint Protection Antivirus System. Built new file servers to maximize Terminal server (RDP), file/print sharing and domain controller performance.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)

CDI College Of Business And Technology — Mississauga, ON

Network Specialist (Diploma)

Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing & Switching (CCNA)

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), In progress

Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), In Progress

AWARDS:

Employee of the year

ACE of the month

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