Senior Systems Engineer with 25+ Years Experience

Jay R. Adkinson

Maitland, FL. ***** 407-***-**** ***********@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/jayadkinson Summary of Qualifications

Senior systems engineer with 25+ years delivering IT infrastructure and managed services across enterprise and government environments. Expertise in Windows Server, Azure cloud, Microsoft 365, Citrix and virtualization platforms to design, implement and support tailored system solutions. Proven ability to drive complex projects, optimize performance and security, and foster strong client and vendor relationships within fast-paced MSP settings. Areas of Expertise

• Areas of Expertise: Strategic Planning, Product & Workflow Development, Testing & Troubleshooting, IT Resource Allocation, System Administration, Team Leadership, Effective Communication, Vendor Relations, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery Solutions, Data Backup & Recovery (On Prem & Cloud), Virtualization (Azure Cloud), Contract Negotiations, General Building & Equipment Maintenance,

• Platforms & Networking: Windows Server 2008/2012/2016, Windows XP/7/10, Exchange, Active Directory, SQL Server 2008/12/16, Cisco VOIP, Azure, Citrix, HP & Lenovo SAN, HP Tape Libraries, AWS S3, cloud storage, KIP & HP plotters, VPNs, Security Protocols

• Software & Tools: MS Office/O365, MS Project, MS Teams, SharePoint, AutoCAD, MicroStation, Deltek Axium

(Ajera), Adobe Suite (Cloud), Sketchup, Corel, VRay, Lumion, Enscape, Audio/Video pre/postproduction – VMix & NDI, Adobe Premiere Pro, Microsoft 365

Professional Experience

Optimal Solutions & Technology, Inc. (OST)

Sr. System Engineer Orlando, Florida · Oct 2023 - Present Provide engineering, testing and training support for the Squadron Integrated Virtual Trainer (SiVT) training system

(ultimately DoD'g), then in August, 2025, engineering, system architecture, IGCE, RFI and contract recompete for Family of Maintenance Trainers (FMT) Stryker and BEMT II trainers, supporting Department of War (DoW) simulation/training environments

• Coordinate with vendors, technical teams and government / external stakeholders to implement system updates and integrate new hardware and software

• Attend and support cross-program meetings (e.g., Next Gen Weapons, Microsoft / Anduril, IVAS, System Architecture and BEMT II) to evaluate strategic impact on current training systems

• Manage logistical operations including hardware inventory, system storage and lifecycle support for both legacy and next-gen simulation platforms

• Contribute to system documentation, configuration management and requirement(s) validation in collaboration with cyber and testing communities

• Delivered expert-level IT support and troubleshooting for virtual environments, including Citrix and VMware, ensuring system availability and performance

American Systems Corp.

Network/Integration Engineer-Assoc. Principal Orlando, Florida HQ - Chantilly, VA · Oct 2020 - Oct 2023 Designed and built an unclassified test lab environment for prototype development under a Navy P-8 DoD contract, including 60+ systems and core network infrastructure

• Engineered base system architecture: Windows Server, Active Directory, SQL, Hyper-V, backup / DR systems and security-layer Linux containers, incorporating disaster recovery solutions to ensure business continuity

• Led technical planning and procurement for networking, software, hardware and documentation in support of lab deployment and testing protocols

• Authored security and system documentation for submission to DoD to support facility ATO (Authority to Operate) certification as a classified environment

• Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to develop, validate and refine secure IT infrastructure aligned with federal contract deliverables (CDRLs)

• Designed and implemented secure VPNs and enforced security protocols to protect lab environment and facilitate remote access

Cuhaci & Peterson Architects Engineers Planners, Inc. Director of Technology & Facilities - (minority owner) Orlando, Florida · Aug 1998 - Feb 2020 Promoted to Executive leadership role accountable for day-to-day operations of the entire infrastructure for all 4 offices, purchase and maintenance of all corporate software and the maintenance of all corporate facilities. Collaborated with the President to develop short and long-range growth planning, technology strategy and needs, and proposed budgets. Planned and executed all network maintenance, hardware and software upgrades and configurations changes. Ultimately developed installation and configuration "standards" for the entire organization

(7 levels/departments).

• Also, cultivated and maintained relationships with multiple hardware, software, office equipment and services providers and vendors. Starting in 2010, driven by the continued growth of the company and numerous locations, we expanded the department, and I was managing a staff of six - including a network administrator, several support/maintenance staff, an SQL programmer and a Facilities Manager.

• Selected projects...

• Successfully researched, designed, located, negotiated leases, purchased and physically executed numerous company- wide installations, developed pilot groups for new technology, developed and provided training on new company systems and provided building construction/remodel services on our next 2 new corporate office projects (Philadelphia (twice) and Boston) and “hands on” installation and upgrades to all new and existing network infrastructure including servers, desktops, phone systems (Cisco-VOIP), MS Exchange, Active Directory (Azure) migration and development of “production CADD” environment in the cloud. Also initiated and helped developed transformative IT policies and procedures designed to strengthen system stability, scalability, access, availability, resiliency and security.

• These combined efforts enabled the company to grow from a 50-person, one-office local architectural firm to a nationally recognized, 300-person, four-office, full-service AEC firm. Computer Systems Manager Orlando, Florida · May 1992 - Aug 1998 Started in '92 with 3 CADD computers (386's) and an old HP pen plotter on a "sneaker net." Researched, purchased and physically installed many firsts, first WAN, first file server, first MS Exchange server, Active Directory server, first SAN, all networked HP printers & plotters, and developed first CADD standards and procedures, allowing C&P to continue to grow from 12 to 50 employees.

• During this time, I also acted in the HR capacity (evaluating talent, interviewing, hiring and terminating) as our growth required more employees. 1 key accomplishment was developing and managing our college internship program in partnership with Ball State University in Muncie, IN. At its height, we had approximately 20 interns or employees from BSU.

• I also continued to work as civil site planner on many retail/shopping center projects, ran a small raster to vector cad conversion company with Mr. Peterson (Central Florida CADScan), helped develop, setup and manage an internal printing company (Central Fl. Printers) and designed, built or helped build much of the office fixtures, furniture, office equipment and all computer systems during this period.

• Selected projects...

• As the only IT employee, I researched, designed and built first network, a unified CADD environment and CADD standards. I also researched, purchased and implemented our second CADD environment with UNIX/PC for a large MicroStation client while continuing to maintain day-to-day operations of all computers systems. In addition, I designed and helped build all office expansions projects (Eola Park Tower) and located, negotiated, helped design and oversee construction of company's next three Orlando office spaces (Alden Road Main, Annex and Bldg. #3).

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