Mark Robert Duff
***** ******** ******, ****** *****, CA 92653
adzkg3@r.postjobfree.com
Experience
Greenberg Traurig, LLP Oct 2014 – September 2022
IT User Support Specialist
Advise upper management on technical direction, project timelines and budget planning
Apply periodic updates and security patches
Implement network solutions in line with company standards
Perform necessary VPN troubleshooting, monitoring, deployment and administration activities
Conducted scheduled audits on PCI and internal compliance and regulatory requirements
Image, configure, and deploy computers to attorneys and staff
Managed S2 Netbox security system to control building access for attorneys, staff, and guests
Brady, Vorwerck, Ryder & Caspino Law Firm
Nov 2009 - Mar 2014
IT Specialist then Los Angeles Office Manager/ProLaw Administrator
Managed the day-to-day operations of the office including the liaison with supporting IT team to quickly act on and resolve onsite technology issues
Archived receipts and invoices to properly maintain subsidiary accounts
Managed onboarding of new employees by providing office tours and answering detailed questions
Acted as office manager for the Los Angeles office to include hiring and termination of employees whereby I created detailed reports to be included within quarterly appraisal performance and reviews
Coordinated and conducted classes to teach new and existing staff members
Created and revised systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record keeping systems and forms controls
Optimized office workflow by providing ergonomic solutions and satisfying employee workspaces throughout
Managed equipment, office services and facilities
Oversaw salaries, benefits and handled budgets
Coordinated with building facilities to ensure office space, parking and comply with safety and security
ProLaw database administrator
Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth Mar 1998 - Oct 2007
Network Administrator
Assisted attorneys with day-to-day technology needs including Windows, Microsoft Office and printers
Troubleshooting IP connectivity and network performance, minimizing vulnerabilities and improving network performance
Implemented multicast changes, including VPN changes and network changes on corporate and data center infrastructure
Ensure system security and reliability by maintaining device configurations/backups and network monitoring tools, reducing client support tickets
Realized cost savings by negotiating with vendors and contractors to deliver equipment and services
Education
UCLA University of California, Los Angeles
Audio Production/Engineering
Coastline College, Fountain Valley, CA
Computer Science
1999 – 2002
Skills
ProLaw • Active Directory • Windows OS • iManage • Microsoft Office • Microsoft Exchange • McAfee Litigation Support/Trial Director • Ping ID • iOS/Android • Canon • HP Desktops/Laptops/Printers • Print Conductor • Shure • Riverbed • Citrix • Zoom/BlueJeans/Teams • Cisco Firewalls • Crestron/Mercury