Paul MacLear
Middletown NJ *****
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SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR & NETWORK ENGINEERING CONSULTANT
Resourceful, flexible, versatile server and network support engineering consultant Sr Systems administrator project management professional with experience in mixed PC, UNIX and Macintosh environments. Talented diagnostician adept at procurement, inventory management, and recycling systems to contain costs and avoid waste. Install and troubleshoot systems. Provide operational and technical expertise to determine facility’s technology needs. Support and enhance system reliability, security and functionality in mission-critical technical environments.
Selected Achievements and Recognitions
Spot Award recognition for site Budget and Spending Reform, 2006.
Director’s Award for Excellence in Support of new Technology Research and Engineering, 2005
Spot Award for 100% Compliance in reform of Property Management and Inventory Control, 2005
Crystal Flame Award, symbolizing courage in the face of adversity during the World Trade Center rescue and recovery efforts immediately following 9/11. MITRE worked in conjunction with FDNY and NYPD to capture satellite images to determine “hotspots” at Ground Zero: areas with fire risk, and to capture and pinpoint cell phone communications and signals for possible survivor’s search and rescue, 2001.
High Achievement Award at IBM Global Services for designing its Corporate Approved Global System Process for Procurement, Data Backup and Standard Image Processing, 1999.
TECHNICAL SUMMARY
Strong project management and implementation skills for MSP environments.
Strong technical skills in hardware, software, networking, and server administration.
Excellent communication, documentation and interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Project planning collaboration experience as part of a team or leadership role.
Advanced organizational and planning skills for helpdesk, projects and future vision.
Hands-on IT Project Management and MSP helpdesk service and support.
Windows Server Administration Network / Firewall Management & Implementation.
Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems Active Directory and Group Policy.
Backup Management & Implementation Azure AD & Office 365 Admin experience.
Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, including TCP/IP Networking, Firewalls, VPNs.
Proficient with Windows Server OS, including AD, Hyper-V, DNS, GPO, Etc…
Proficient with Zoom and Microsoft Teams video conferencing.
Knowledge of Audio/Video Hardware technology VTC, VOIP, POE Etc...
Ability to multitask and prioritize work in any type of environment.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Strong customer service, communication, organizational and written skills.
Ability to work quickly to resolve technical issues independently or team collaboration.
Possess a very positive and approachable attitude.
Complete tasks timely and accurately. Organized and detail oriented.
PRESENT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SYSTEMS MEDIA SERVICES / TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANT, SMS LLC - Middletown, NJ 1995 to Present
Desktop Support Engineer / Network & Systems Administrator.
SUITE MUSIC STUDIO / MUSICIAN, EDUCATOR, PRODUCER, SMS LLC - Middletown, NJ 1985 to Present
Write and Produce Original Music. Musical Education, Training and Instruction.
Advanced knowledge of music Production, Technology and Studio Operations.
Provided PC and Server support, installation and upgrade of hardware and software, purchase of hardware and software, trained and managed network and resources for LAN and WAN users; managed migration projects and future visions.
Recently worked as an independent consultant with AMF and Brunswick corporation industry professionals to engineer and provide a comprehensive and diverse solution to their legacy electronic and proprietary environment issues with IEEE standards for future compatibility vision. 3 solutions were been completed one of which is already in production and is being sold across the country to commercial customers and their businesses.
Proclamation by the Middletown Mayor for the highest level of artistic achievement within Monmouth County Public School System in NJ, 1985.
Recently worked as an independent consultant with AMF and Brunswick corporation industry professionals to engineer and provide a comprehensive and diverse solution to their legacy electronic and proprietary environment issues with IEEE standards for future compatibility vision. 3 solutions have been completed one of which is already in production and is being sold across the country to commercial customers and their businesses.
IBSS CONSULTING / NOAA AFFILIATE, Fort Hancock Highlands, NJ 2023 to 2024
Desktop Support Company providing contract services.
IT Support Specialist Tier III
Build, test, troubleshoot and support all hardware and software tools with different levels of complexity and diversity
Provide daily technical support of complex, integrated and dynamic technology systems for support, installation, troubleshooting, network configuration, engineering, and purchasing of maintenance, equipment and supplies for Windows Hyper-V environment. Exchange Server, QuickBooks Server, Tran Star Server, Stock Tracks Server, Web Server, Resource Server, File Server, Active Domain, Cyber Security, Network Storage and redundant backup systems.
Manage systems administration involving security, procurement, future technology vision, maintenance, updating, implementations, operational auditing/troubleshooting to ensure security and SEC / DTCC Cyber Security Compliance.
OLDE MONMOUTH STOCK TRANSFER, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 2020 to 2023
Stock Transfer Agency.
Chief Technology Officer / Account Executive
Build, test, troubleshoot and support all hardware and software tools with different levels of complexity and diversity
Provide daily technical support of complex, integrated and dynamic technology systems for support, installation, troubleshooting, network configuration, engineering, and purchasing of maintenance, equipment and supplies for Windows Hyper-V environment. Exchange Server, QuickBooks Server, Tran Star Server, Stock Tracks Server, Web Server, Resource Server, File Server, Active Domain, Cyber Security, Network Storage and redundant backup systems.
Manage systems administration involving security, procurement, future technology vision, maintenance, updating, implementations, operational auditing/troubleshooting to ensure security and SEC / DTCC Cyber Security Compliance.
Provided asset management, procurement, PC hardware / software support, training and network management to all local employees and wide area client and customer users regarding company accounts and web services access.
Provide onsite and remote helpdesk support services to clients and customers.
Call center support for client and shareholder transaction requests and account management services.
Documentation and organization of all company data and book keeping resources providing data replication with SEC and DTCC entities for compliance regulations and regulatory reporting efforts.
PAST PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1 SOURCE VIDEO, Hazlet NJ 2018 to 2020
Industry leaders of the Video Production community.
Sr. Systems Administrator
Build, test, troubleshoot and support all hardware and software tools with different levels of complexity and diversity
Provide daily technical support of complex, integrated and dynamic technology systems for support, installation, troubleshooting, network configuration, engineering, and purchasing of maintenance, equipment and supplies for Windows, Linux, and Macintosh systems. VMware, HyperV client and server, vSphere, vCenter, Network Storage, backup and disaster recovery systems and procedures.
Manage systems administration involving security, procurement, future technology vision, maintenance, updating, implementations, operational auditing/troubleshooting to ensure security.
Provided asset management, procurement, PC hardware / software support, training and network management to local and wide area users with all Microsoft OS, Macintosh OS, and standard software.
Provide onsite and remote helpdesk support services to clients. Ticket management and handling.
VCLOUD9 LLC, Keyport, NJ 2017 to 2018
Cloud support and managed Services Company.
Field Service and Support Engineer
Build, test, troubleshoot and support all hardware and software tools with different levels of complexity and diversity
Provide daily technical support of complex, integrated and dynamic technology systems for support, installation, troubleshooting, network configuration, engineering, and purchasing of maintenance, equipment and supplies for Windows, Linux, and Macintosh systems. VMware, Hyper-V client and server, vSphere, vCenter, Network Storage, backup and disaster recovery systems and procedures.
Manage systems administration involving security, procurement, future technology vision, maintenance, updating, implementations, operational auditing/troubleshooting to ensure security.
Provided asset management, procurement, PC hardware / software support, training and network management to local and wide area users with all Microsoft OS, Macintosh OS, and standard software.
Provide onsite and remote helpdesk support services to clients. Ticket management and handling via SolerWinds. 24 x 7 x 365 Executive support.
TWO RIVER TECHNOLOGY GROUP, Red Bank, NJ 2013 to 2017
Cloud support and managed Services Company.
Field Service and Support Engineer
Build, test, troubleshoot and support all hardware and software tools with different levels of complexity and diversity
Provide daily technical support of complex, integrated and dynamic technology systems for support, installation, troubleshooting, network configuration, engineering, and purchasing of maintenance, equipment and supplies for 150 Windows, Linux, and Macintosh systems. VMware client and server, vSphere, vCenter, Oracle Web Logic server, MySQL Server, Exchange Server, Network Storage and backup systems.
Manage systems administration involving security, procurement, future technology vision, maintenance, updating, implementations, operational auditing/troubleshooting to ensure security.
Provided asset management, procurement, PC hardware / software support, training and network management to local and wide area users with all Microsoft OS, Macintosh OS, and standard software.
Provide onsite and remote helpdesk support services to clients. Ticket management and handling via Connect Wise. 24 x 7 x 365 Executive support.
MITRE CORPORATION, Eatontown, NJ 2001 to 2013
MITRE is a federally funded, not-for-profit, nationwide corporation that provides systems engineering,
Research and development, and advanced technology support to the government and FFRDC.
Server Support Engineer / Network Support Engineer
Build, test, troubleshoot and support all hardware and software tools with different levels of complexity and diversity
Provide 24 x 7 x 365 Executive technical support of complex, integrated and dynamic laboratory technology systems for support, installation, troubleshooting, network configuration, engineering, and purchasing of maintenance, equipment and supplies for 150 Windows, Linux, Macintosh, and Solaris computers. VMware client and server, vSphere, vCenter, Oracle Web Logic server, MySQL Server, Exchange Server, Network Storage and backup systems.
Manage systems administration within 200+ person facility, involving security, procurement, future technology vision, maintenance, updating, implementations, operational auditing/troubleshooting to ensure security of file server.
HISTORICAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
GE CAPITAL ITS, Eatontown, NJ 2000 to 2001
Desktop Support Company providing contract services.
System Support Engineer / Network Support Engineer (MITRE Corporation Contract)
Provided asset management, procurement, PC hardware / software support, training and network management to local and wide area users with all Microsoft OS, Macintosh OS, and standard software.
IBM GLOBAL SERVICES, Holmdel, NJ 1999 to 2000
Desktop Support Company providing contract services.
System Support Engineer / Network Administrator (Lucent Contract)
Provided PC support, installed and upgraded software and OS on laptops, desktops, workstations and servers.
Delivered training and network management to LAN and WAN users.
Designed data backup support and retrieval procedure for international IBMGS utilization.
Designed, built, implemented and administered standard imaging server hardware and software plan through network procedures for local desktop support rebuilds via TCP/IP.
MOVADO GROUP, INC., Lyndhurst, NJ 1998 to 1999
American Retail Watch Company.
Desktop Support Engineer / Network Administrator
Supported, installed, upgraded and purchased equipment and software, trained and managed network for LAN and WAN users.
Provided AS/400 Mainframe application support. (GUI/400, BPCS3.0, BPCS 6.0)
Major migration projects from Twin Ax, Cat 3 to Cat 5, and Dumb Terminals to desktops, data transfer for all types of software applications. Upgraded hardware / software for year 2000 compliance.
ON-SITE COMPUTER SERVICE CONSULTANT, Ocean Grove, NJ 1997 to 1998
Desktop Support Company providing contract services.
Desktop Support Engineer / Network Administrator
Provided PC support, installation and upgrade of software, purchase of equipment and software, trained and managed network for LAN and WAN users; managed migration projects.
MARSHALL ELECTRONICS REPAIR, Brick, NJ 1987 to 1997
Bowling Industry and Infrastructure Service and Support for the Eastern Tri State Area.
Electromechanical Support Engineer / Electronics Support Engineer
Brunswick / AMF Grade A+ Pinsetter Mechanic and Electronic scoring technician.
Troubleshot, upgraded and repaired printers, office copiers, SVGA CRT monitors and fax.
Serviced, repaired, assembled, installed, and tested: electronics, mechanics, computers, robotics, lasers, electrical & optical, network administration, servers, terminals, routers, switches.
CERTIFICATIONS
Department of Defense Government Clearance since January 2001.
Defense Security Services NISPOM Chapter 8 Requirements for Industry, 2005 LINTHICUM, MD ISSM / ISSO.
CompTia A + and LINUX + Certification, 2006, Bushkill, PA Certification.
Microsoft Windows NT MCSE Certification 1998 Brick Computer Science Institute.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION
Sun Solaris Administration
Essentials of Cisco Security
OSPF Design / Configuration Package Titles 1-2
CCNA® Boot Camp
ICND (Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices)
Networking Fundamentals
Linux Professional LPIC 101, 102
Internet / Network Communications
HP-UX Administration
Linux System Administration- UNIX II, UNIX l
Advanced Routing e-Lab Bundle
Troubleshooting TCP/IP Networks
FORMAL DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION
IT Support Engineering /Systems Administration Certificate 1998
BRICK COMPUTER SCIENCE INSTITUTE, Brick, NJ
Brunswick Electronics Certificate in Electro-mechanics, GPA 4.0 1996
BRUNSWICK ELECTRONICS SCHOOL, Muskegon, MI
Associate of Art in Music Education, GPA 4.0 1991
BROOKDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Lincroft, NJ