Blythe T Cooper
*************@*****.*** 214-***-****
Hardware/Software Skills:
Ticketing Systems: ServiceNow, Heat, Remedy, Footprints, proprietary applications Jira
MS Office Applications: Word, Excel, Access, Photoshop, Outlook, PowerPoint (2003, 2007, 2010, O365, 2016)
Operating Systems: Windows NT, XP, Vista, 7, 10; Linux; Unix; Mac OS Server 201*-****-****
Networking: LAN, WAN, VPN, Citrix, Cisco, IBM Servers (2008, 2012)
Other: Active Directory, Exchange, POS systems, SCCM, Lotus Notes
Education:
Franklin D Roosevelt High School
CompuTech Technical Institute
Certifications:
Network+
CCNA
Professional Experience:
Madix Inc
System Admin / Dynamics 365 Admin
April 2024 - Present
Responsibilities:
BigFix Lifecycle & Inventory
SharePoint and OneDrive management/support
MS Office 365 Administrator
AD/Azure Management
Veeam Backup solution (backup to immutable storage, long-term storage, and cloud)
Software deployment
Endpoint management/security patches/updates (OS Upgrades/patches/etc.)
DR configuration/testing
FTP Server Management
VMware lab and Production environment
Dynamics 365 Lab and Production environment
Zerto Test and Recovery Support
CNA Card swaps and Firmware Update
Virus Redemption Support
SQL support
SAP Support
Printer server Support
Data Center overall Health Support
Cloud services Support
Ampcus/Siemens
Microsoft Dynamics Support / Business Application Analyst
Aug 2022 - Dec 2023
Responsibilities:
Subject matter expert of service process, Works software functionality, data flow, and integrated systems
Training content contributor, Data validator, User Acceptance tester, Rollout Trainer, and support contact for key users
Support the Regional Product Manager and Deployment Manager with implementing and supporting a mission-critical system
Maintain high employee and customer satisfaction as 1st level support in triage, troubleshooting, and resolving issues or escalation to 2nd level support (Global)
Participate in System Demos and inspect & adapt (I&A) workshops
Execute tasks required to meet Agile/Scrum methods and continuous improvement expectations
Qualifications:
Advanced troubleshooting and root cause identification
Working knowledge & experience in service process and tools (Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP)
Early adopter mindset for quickly mastering new features and functions
Experience in industrial and global service environments, ideally for Field Service Management
Five years+ experience managing international IT projects
Domain know-how in building technologies disciplines (fire, comfort, security)
Experience with Safe and Agile methodologies
Altice USA
Level III IT Specialist / Network Engineer
Mar 2017 - Jun 2022
Responsibilities:
C-Level Executive support
SCCM, patching, software deployment, and desktop support
Support for internal employees and techs across the country
Writing test plans and methods
Imaging laptops and desktops via SCCM
Managing customer relationships and supporting printers, phones, remote hands work for network/telephony, Apple products, and Windows desktops
Citrix support and administration
ServiceNow for ticketing and incidents
Performance analysis
Vendor/hardware management (Dell)
Cisco meeting boards and telepresence support
Networking for systems, general knowledge, and escalations
Troubleshooting application issues
Office 365 support
Support all facilities with Zendesk ticketing system
Escalate issues to System Administrators as necessary
Conduct research on computer products in support of PC procurement and development efforts
SharePoint support and administration
Avaya phone setup and connectivity
Coordinating projects with contractors and escalations
Continuously optimize IT processes and drive execution of improvement efforts
iPhone & Android support
End-user computing
Deploying & troubleshooting VM server 2008, 2012 R2
Managing Cisco switches (4506, 3850, 2960, 3560, 9300)
Deploying Dell bare metal servers (2012 R2)
Managing virtual environments via VMware ESXi
Application server audits
Updating Cisco iOS
Wi-Fi/Wireless communications support
Deploying Cisco switches
Working knowledge of protocols: EIGRP, BGP, OSPF
Managing and coordinating projects via Change Orders process
Citrix support and administration
VDI support and administration
Altiris for imaging
VLAN configuration & port security
Focus on continuous improvement in the network environments
Oversee compliance and enforce adherence to corporate, business unit, and operating policies and procedures
Participating in active oversight/monitoring of the network environment, including devices, circuits, capacity, and performance
TEKsystems/Assurant
Help Desk Administrator
Jul 2015 - Mar 2017
Responsibilities:
Support Windows 7, 8, and 10
Supported MS Office 365 and MS Office 2010
Supported desktop and laptop hardware
Supported Active Directory health
Cisco Unity manager configuration
Create all Exchange accounts and AD accounts
Install and update all software
Deployed all desktops and laptops to employees
Supported all remote employees
Supported VPN and connectivity
Supported mobile devices (Android and iPhone)
Apply diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting
Performing preventative maintenance, including checking and cleaning of workstations, printers, and peripherals
Involved in technical project planning and implementation for all corporate offices
Minimal Mac support
SharePoint support and administration
Citrix support and administration
VDI support and administration
Altiris for imaging
Matt Real Estates Management
Desktop Manager Lead
Mar 2015 - Jul 2015
Responsibilities:
Desktop Support Lead provides day-to-day technical support to employees for network infrastructure and internal desktop systems software and hardware for six facilities
Supported Lenovo and HP desktops and laptops
Supported inventory of all software licenses & hardware support
Created and set up Active Directory and Exchange accounts
Push updates via Dell Kace K1000
Cisco Unity support and configuration
Installed and supported open VPN
Liaise with third-party support and PC equipment vendors
Installed and supported Office 365 for all users
Supported and set up all the VoIP phone accounts
Created and maintained all inventory reports
Installed encryption software
Altiris for imaging
Sets up and configures new/reassigned workstation hardware
Troubleshoots and resolves workstation hardware problems
Supported and installed network & local printers
Support all facilities with Zendesk ticketing system
Escalate issues to System Administrators as necessary
Conduct research on computer products in support of PC procurement and development efforts
SharePoint support and administration
Citrix support and administration
Eaton Corporation Aero Space Division, Fort Worth, TX
SR Support Analyst
May 2013 - Oct 2014
Responsibilities:
Uses Remedy for managing work queue, requests, and tickets
Creating Active Directory and Exchange accounts (2003/2008/2012)
Admin for Citrix environment
Write technical specifications for purchases of PCs and related products
Supports remote users with network access using Citrix or VPN connections
Install and troubleshoot hardware
SCCM, Remote Assistance, or other for remote control support and distribution of software packages
Cisco Unified Communications
Sets up and configures new/reassigned workstation hardware
Performs adds, moves, and changes to mobile and VoIP phones, ordering as needed
Prepares obsolete equipment for disposal
Troubleshoots and resolves workstation hardware problems
Supports video conferencing
Provides monthly status reports
Evaluate and recommend hardware products for purchase
Responds to and logs end-user support calls
Installs and supports Aero Space Engineering Applications
Installs and supports Office 2010 and Windows 7
Supports corporate email on iPhone and Android
Support LAN/WAN technology
Install and support encryption software
Installed Windows 7 using Altiris
Citrix support and administration
Pepsi Corporation, Plano, TX
Help Desk Analyst
May 2011 - May 2013
Responsibilities:
Support for desktops and laptops (HP and Dell)
Support MS Outlook and MS Communicator (2003, 2007, 2010)
Support VPN, network connectivity, hardware, printing, etc. in a fast-paced corporate help desk environment
Logged calls into the problem tracking system and resolving 1st level and some 2nd level incidents as well as analyzing problems for routing to appropriate backline support if necessary
Supported password reset, authentication, remote access/VPN SAP
Support PC hardware configurations and troubleshooting
Installing and troubleshooting Lotus Notes
Support LAN/WAN technology
Support Intermec handheld devices for warehouse and store delivery persons
Support Blackberry, iPhone, and Windows mobile phones
Support connectivity for iPad and tablets
Support Active Directory and reimaging PC
Collected and updated all tickets with ServiceNow ticketing application
SharePoint support and administration
Altiris for imaging
Citrix support and administration