BRIAN SUSMAN *********@*****.***
EXPERIENCE
Service Manager December 2015 – August 2019
Virtual Operations, Chicago, Illinois
• End user support levels 0-3 and primary escalation point for one of the largest game developers and additional clients.
• Linux and Windows server administration (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, FTP, OpenVPN, Perforce).
• Updated processes & procedures in line with best practices.
• Network administration, monitoring, and security (Cisco, Fortinet, Rukus).
• Storage and virtualization configuration and management (TrueNAS, VMware ESXI 5.5-6.5)
• Mentor and training of tier 0-2 technicians.
System Administrator March 2015 – December 2015
UCAN, Chicago, Illinois
• Provided level 0-3 support to on-site and remote site users.
• Windows server administration (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Exchange, WDS).
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve a range of software, hardware and networking issues. Excel in asking probing questions and researching, analyzing and rectifying problems.
• Configured and established Windows Deployment Services.
• Performed set-up, breakdown, and transport of agency equipment for various events.
• Maintained asset inventory systems.
Systems Analyst December 2014 – February 2015
Vericlaim, Naperville, Illinois
• Provided on-site and phone support for 2000 users globally.
• Hardware support on Dell laptops and desktops, as well as assigned equipment to employees.
• Administer network storage permissions.
• Linux and Windows server administration.
• Supported 500+ Android and IOS mobile devices.
I.T. Consultant September 2014 – December 2014
Exclusive Consulting, Chicago, Illinois
• Managed, set, and attended on-site and remote appointments for residential and business clients.
• Performed virus removal, router installations, computer setups, network troubleshooting, training, mobile device support, and business IT consulting.
• Complete invoices detailing all services provided as well as client billing. Contractor May 2014 – September 2014
Exelon, Chicago, Illinois
• Conduct to software assessments on all end user machines.
• Coordinate with various site contacts and project managers to provide status updates and scheduling of visits.
• Tracked and updated the database of user information and assets to ensure a smooth migration. Freelance June 2008 – September 2015
Bartlett, Illinois
• Hardware and software installations and upgrades on various hardware sets.
• Virus and malware removal.
• Home and Small business network (Cisco) and server (Linux & Windows) installations.
• Front end web design using CSS, HTML, JQUERY and SEO techniques.