Summary
Seeking a challenging position where I can leverage my extensive experience in IT operations, network management, and cybersecurity to drive organizational success.
Experience
Network Administrator
First Minnetonka City Bank now Bridgewater Bank
Dec 2003 - Present
Maintained business continuity plans and managed risk and vulnerability assessments including remediation procedures.
Selected vendors for monitoring and management support, reducing costs.
Managed physical and information security for the bank's IT infrastructure.
Acquired and supported IT hardware and software, ensuring seamless operations.
Migrated in-house Exchange to M365 E3 Hybrid Exchange
Managed Azure/Entra and Conditional Access Policies
Oversaw all domain and network device support, improving system uptime.
Implemented EMC AX series for virtualization and disaster recovery, enhancing data security.
Migrated the virtual environment to a new solution, simplifying management and increasing efficiency.
Managed antivirus/antimalware systems and implemented patch management solutions.
Implemented IDS/IPS and NG-Firewall security measures.
Led XDR and Firepower implementations, improving threat detection and response.
Managed vendors, contracts and managed service providers to provide 7X365X24 monitoring and support services.
Scheduling and installation of core banking system and software updates.
Managed Cisco PIX515/Snort – ASA-5510 -ASA 5508X
Contract Work
2003 - 2003 (less than a year)
Cabling and network design for small business.
Server and workstation installation.
Network equipment installation.
Specialty Sales Inc
IT and network support, Laser cutting and welding
1991 - 2003 (12 years)
Computer Numerical Control operation and programming.
Help desk support for staff.
Administration of LAN.
Workstation and hardware support.
Education
KRS Computer and Business School
Technical, Computer System and Networking
2001 - 2001
I spent a year studying and classes to obtain my CompTIA A+ and Net+ certifications along with classes for Cisco CCNA and CCNP.
I obtained both CompTIA certifications, as well as both Cisco certifications that same year.
Licenses & Certifications
CompTIA Network+ - CompTIA
CompTIA A+ - CompTIA
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) - Cisco
Issued Dec 2001 - Expires Dec 2004
CISCO10336958
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - Cisco
Issued Aug 2001 - Expires Aug 2004
CISCO1033695
Skills
Cybersecurity • Vulnerability Assessment • Vulnerability Management • Risk Assessment • Risk Management • Information Technology • Business Continuity Management (BCM) • Networking • Virtualization • Microsoft 365 Security