Technolgy Project Manager

Matt Mehtar

USA – 949-***-**** LinkedIn: (**) Matt Mehtar LinkedIn

• IT Project Manager with 8+ years of experience managing IT projects, leading and executing projects and deliverables teams, mentoring, EUC team and collaborating with stakeholders. Have travelled all over the USA, completing projects for

• Project management definition, planning, execution, leveraging Smartsheet, Agile, Waterfall, ITIL, and Scrum

• Project Management leading and installing WIFI and Access Controls for fobs and key cards, NFC systems. managing projects to complete the infrastructure, including assessments, design, negotiating costs with vendors, ordering hardware, and managing hardware and services implementations.

• Experience with Low Voltage, MDF, IDF, CCTV, Cameras, Security Systems, Access Controls, WIFI, APs, and Cloud Implementations

• Proficient in cloud applications and security, firewalls, endpoints, Azure, Exchange Online, Microsoft Office 365, AWS, and Disaster Recovery planning, budgeting, and setup. Experience:

HMM Corp, LLC Irvine, CA

IT Manager - Projects Manager (Ongoing Consulting when between jobs) 01/2024 – 10/2025

• Developed and executed strategic plans and projects to align Information technology initiatives with business goals, resulting in increased operational efficiency. Projects management aligning vendors installing WIFI, Access Controls systems, keycard entry and cloud management firewalls.

• Delivered projects on time, working with vendors and stakeholders, and gathering resources.

• Completed projects for an Auto Dealership, Dental Offices, Medical Offices, Accounting firms, and Law Offices.

• Installed Low Voltage, Design, Fiber, WIFI, AP, Cloud, and locally managed Access Controls

• Utilized Smartsheet and Microsoft Project for Project management, tracking, and reporting.

• Set up and worked with vendors to install fiber, MDF, IDF, and data center setup and support. This involved Low-Voltage network cabling and infrastructure design and implementation for a new location and headquarters offices.

• Transformed their network infrastructure from local to cloud and provided secure guest and office staff WIFI solutions

• Worked on Residential Multifamily buildings, commercial buildings, and Roof eye of sight wireless network. Citrus Valley Medical Associates

Projects Manager – IT Contractor

03/2025 – 07/2025

• Aligned resources for projects, hired vendors, and worked with IT teams to complete projects, involving Low Voltage Cabling, Fiber, WIFI, and Access Controls, Key Cards entry for residents and corporate offices.

• Migrated EUC, Helpdesk, Technicians, network related to the acquisition to new properties, resources, and DD, planning and executing the full scale migration.

• Set up data feeds, rooms, and closets, MDF, IDF, along with datacenter setup and support.

• Managed rejects using Smartsheet and Microsoft Project as I tracked and reported the progress, Office 365, Share Point, Email, OneDrive for business, Microsoft Teams.

• Integrated document library for the helpdesk team to easily access problem resolutions and network diagram setup for every location.

• Disposed of IT hardware when properties were sold, canceling services, removing and dismounting hardware, and cleaning up IT infrastructure

• Transformed network infrastructure from local to cloud, and provided secure guest and office staff WIFI solutions

Trinity Property Consultants Irvine, CA

Technology Manager - Projects Manager

06/2016 - 12/2023

• Managed IT Projects for commercial and hospitality buildings and new construction build-outs, aligning work and tasks between construction teams and IT teams.

• As a team leader and manager, end user projects manager and deployments, I restructured the Helpdesk to rank number 1 in customer service, Project management and team admin for SharePoint Oline,365 suit, Email, Teams, OneDrive for business.

• Assigned tasks to the team to complete the migration of the Network and systems for new acquisitions for new properties, Business Offices, including Cloud-managed WIFI, Hospitality WIFI Access control systems with keycards and fob NFC model, Low Voltage Cabling design and installation, Fiber, CCTV, and Access Controls.

• Traveled to 29 states to migrate new acquisitions with the team and hired temporary IT techs to complete the large-scale systems installation and migration projects. Working with vendors aligning projects to setup Access controls for high rises buildings in Chicago, Houston, DC, Baltimore, Irvine, Atlanta, Dallas.

• Managed and set up more than 3000 accounts with ISP, Telephone, Cable TV, monitoring, and negotiating prices and cost savings. Spectrum Business, Comcast Premier, Cox VIP.

• Evaluated new hardware to provide the most cost-effective solutions for the company,

• Telecom setup and MDF, IDF, Datacenter setup and support.

• Implemented a Firewall project for more than 300 sites, configuring the cloud setup for WatchGuard devices.

• Worked with vendors and ISPs, providing the support and solutions needed to complete the resources for the internet and IP telephony

• Implemented documentation and network diagram setup for every project.

• Converted their network infrastructure from local to cloud and provided secure guest and office staff WIFI solutions

• Managed more than 3,000 accounts and services, including telecom, Internet, Phones, and Cable TV services.

• Managed IT team, from initiation to completion, ensuring on-time delivery and meeting business requirements.

• Worked closely with other departments to assess needs and prioritize technology initiatives.

• Oversaw system upgrades, software deployments, and IT-related implementations.

• Migrated IT services from local server to the Office 365 Suite, Azure, and AWS. Fox Television Stations Inc. KTTV-KCOP-My13 Los Angeles IT Manager/Analyst

01/2009 - 03/2016

• Developed and executed strategic plans to align technology initiatives with business goals, resulting in increased operational efficiency

Project management to upgrade the WI FI and Access Control systems for security and new keycards systems.

• Managed 10 IT team members that supported Fox TV and Channel 11 News, Sports, and Media. End users management and support for more that 300 users and managers. Managed the projects and provided the support needed to complete the projects. With outstanding track in customer service.

• Completed upgrade project for the studios, hiring 25 IT techs to complete the project of upgrading 3 servers and 250 workstations over one weekend. Also upgraded the WIFI in the building, installing 26 APs.

• Managed telecom and services, issues, and project plans

• Managed the full lifecycle of software development projects, ensuring on-time delivery within budget constraints

• Managed IT projects involving the setup of infrastructure for commercial building IDF, MDF, WIFI, Audio, Video, and Eye of sight antenna.

• Managed projects with Microsoft Project and Smartsheet for tracking and reporting.

• Implemented Agile methodologies to improve project management processes and increase team productivity by 80%

• Telecom projects and project plans with vendors

• Issues and logs analyst for risk management.

• Led a team of 8 technology professionals in the successful implementation and maintenance of complex IT infrastructure

• Project inspections and risk management escalation.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify technological needs and develop innovative solutions that supported business growth

LPL Financial Corp San Diego, CA

Sr. IT Support Specialist (Contractor)

07/2008 - 12/2008

• Provided technical support to end users, troubleshooting hardware and software issues

• Managed and resolved help desk tickets in a timely manner, ensuring minimal downtime for users

• Installed, configured, and maintained computer systems and peripherals

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement new technology solutions

• Performed regular system updates and patches to ensure optimal performance and security

• Conducted user training sessions on software applications and IT best practices

• Assisted in the development of IT policies, procedures, and documentation

• Maintained inventory of hardware and software assets, tracking usage and conducting audits as needed

• Implemented data backup strategies to protect critical information from loss or corruption

• Responded to emergency situations such as network outages or system failures with urgency and efficiency

• Participated in disaster recovery planning exercises, ensuring business continuity during unforeseen events

• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends through continuous learning initiatives APRIA HEALTHCARE Lake Forest, CA

Enterprise Sr. Network Systems Admin - Project Management 03/2006 - 07/2008

• Managed and maintained the organization's network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points

• Performed regular network monitoring to ensure optimal performance and troubleshoot any issues that arose

• Implemented security measures such as firewall configurations and intrusion detection systems to protect the network from unauthorized access

• Administered user accounts, permissions, and passwords for various systems and applications

• Installed, configured, and upgraded hardware and software components of the network infrastructure

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to plan and implement network upgrades or expansions based on business needs

• Conducted regular backups of critical data to ensure data integrity in case of system failures or disasters

• Developed disaster recovery plans and tested them periodically to minimize downtime in case of emergencies

• Provided technical support to end-users by troubleshooting hardware/software issues both remotely and on-site Education and Skills:

• 4 years Information Technology (Equivalent) UCLA Year 2000 3.75 GPA Los Angeles, CA

• 2 Years College OCC Computer Systems Micro Computer Costa Mesa, CA

• Networking and Desktop Management Computers

• Microsoft Software

• Other courses and work experiences:

o Cyber Security Administrator

o Project management training courses

o MSP - remotely managing and supporting the IT team with an outstanding track record of SLAs o MSP - remotely providing guidelines to the teams and day-to-day support o MSP, End Point, Zen Desk, Desktop Central. TeamViewer, Disaster recovery, Backup, O365, and remote tools

o Microsoft Azure cloud management.

o WatchGuard Management Hands-on. Deployment, Upgrade, Monitoring Analysis. o Domain Server Setup and Management.

o Web-Based Trading workstations-VPN-Web Feed Reuters NY. o PTP communications for real-time trading floor data delivery -Reuters NY. o Microsoft Windows Server Active Directory.

o CISCO Advanced Switches and Router Configurations and Support. o CISCO Interdiction to Switching and Router Configuration - ICND, ACRC, CIT. o Advanced Cisco Switching and Routing.

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