System Engineer
Resume:
Christopher J. Morris
Whitehouse, TX 75791
*****.*.******@****.***
http://www.linkedin.com/chrismorris
Objective:
To obtain a position within the company that will allow me the opportunity to be a team member in which I can utilize my skills, abilities and experience ranging from sales and project management to supporting and administrating complex business IT infrastructure environments.
Qualification Highlights:
I am a skilled IT manager, with proven ability to lead and motivate teams to maximize productivity. Technology savvy self-starter, adept at moving into new environments and extrapolate from existing experience to quickly adapt to new technologies fluently. I Possess first-rate communication and collaboration skills to lead and work in concert with diverse groups effectively. The following are areas of my expertise:
• Information Technology
• Project Management
• Operations Management
• Technical Analysis
• Network Engineering
• Multi-Platform Networking
• Systems Integration
• Migration / Upgrades
• IT Strategy Development
Skills:
• Microsoft Office (Versions '97-2010, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, FrontPage, Publisher, Word, Outlook, etc), and Windows Mobile
• Microsoft Windows Desktop and Server Environments (Windows 3.1-7, Windows NT-2008 Server/Storage/SBS, OCS/Exch 2010)
• Microsoft ActiveDirectory Administration, SQL Administration, Exchange Server Management, SBS Administration, and Licensing
• Web Domain Management and Certificate Security Administration (Web.com, GoDaddy, Local Hosted, etc.)
• Novell (GroupWise, Netware), OS/2, Linux/UNIX Operating Sys., AS/400
• CISCO/Dell/HP/SonicWall/ShoreTel switches/routers wireless and wired
• Adobe (Acrobat, Illustrator, Premier, Photoshop, CS3 Production Suite), Corel Office
• Multiple AntiVirus/AntiSpyware/AntiSpam Product Suites (AVG,NOD32, Ninja, Viper, MxLogic)
• AutoCAD 2000-2009 (+Cival), AutoDesk, Bentley Product Suites (WaterCad,HEC,CulvertMaster, etc.)
• Halliburton's The Kingdom Software Suites (Seismic Administration, Database Management, Project Management), and
• GeoGraphics Software Suites (GeoExploration, Project Management, Database Management)
• Programming Languages such as Microsoft VBA, Basic, *Pascal, *Turbo C++, & *Assembly, *Java, *WAP, .ASP, *PHP, SQL,
Oracle (Discoverer 10g+)
• Hyperion Analyzer, Remedy, ConnectWise, TimeClock, Qqest Products
• Electronic Medical Records and Practice Management (NextGen, AllScripts, Medisoft, SoapWare, GloEMR), Interfaces, & Database
Management that are part of EMR/EPM. (Advantage Data Archetect, SQL, Synex, Cortex, EDI, SAP-Crystal Report Product Suites)
• Backup/Disaster/Recovery Software and Hardware Products (Datto, Zenith, Microsoft, Symantec, Acronis)
• Business Continuity and Recovery Solutions (Agility, Zenith, VMware)
• Centralized All-In-One Management for Network and Computer Systems Administration (Kaseya)
• HP and Dell Server Management and Centralized Administration (HP Insight, Dell System Administrator)
• Wyse Rapport Products and Management (for THIN client management and administration)
• BlackBerry System Administration (BlackBerry Enterprise Server)
• ShoreTel & Altigen VOIP Products (ShoreWare, Call Manager, MaxAdministrator, etc.)
• Virtualization Products (ESX(i), VmWare (vSphere, vCentral, Enterprise) Sun, Microsoft Virtual Server)
(*represents partial experience)
Accomplishments:
Have multiple times successfully implemented and managed transition from an out-dated multi-platform network, medical software, and communication systems to a new integrated VoIP, electronic medical record applications, databases (web and/or server hosted), and Exchange (Unified Communications) infrastructure with wireless capabilities. The companies I have managed have had network infrastructures ranging from dozen or so workstations and servers to several hundred workstations and as many as 70+ server environments.
Managed daily activities of previous employed businesses including renting / purchasing equipment and supplies, hiring assistants, training employees, budgeting, profit forecasts, and payroll.
Arranged client contracts with other businesses regarding computer network consulting, installation, and services.
Created multiple type of presentations for educating new and current employees of computer use and review of systems as well as formulated and conducted any necessary training classes.
Education:
College Major and Minor -- Electrical Eng, Computer Science, Aircraft Maint. Minor in Music
1994-1996 Tyler Junior College, Tyler, TX
*Received full paid scholarship while attending. Zeta Xi Chapter President of the National Music Fraternity Kappa Kappa Psi
2001-2003 Community College of the Air Force (C.C.A.F.)
*Graduated from CCAF E&E Training as Distinguished Graduate
Certificates of Training:
Altigen Certified VoIP Engineer
Frasca Flight Simulator Operation/Maintenance
NextGen Certified Professional
Aircraft E & E Systems Journeyman (2A656)
Computer Networking, Micro Computer Service and Repair Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access VBA
Additional details are available upon request.
Experience:
Systems Engineer at Wood Networks
Tyler, TX
Sep 2008 -- Mar 2010
• Acted as account/IT manager and provided consulting, installation, maintenance, and management of complex computer systems and networks for multiple clients.
• Developed security, procedure, business continuity and recovery solutions and policies for small-to-enterprise level sized businesses.
• Implemented virtualization products and services, business continuity and disaster recovery solutions.
• Provided and implemented unified communication solutions using Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technologies.
• Other responsibilities included managing product licensing, hardware, IT supplies, and generate detailed monthly network security and audit reports as well as administrate SQL Server, Active Directory, Exchange, and VoIP systems.
Director of Information Management at DeHaven Eye Clinic
Tyler, TX
May 2006 -- Sep 2008
• Provided consultation, implementation, management, and maintenance of the business's computer, network, and telecommunication systems.
• Ensured development and enforced compliance of data management policies and procedures.
• Performed periodic training for the medical staff pertaining to electronic medical records (EMR) and electronic practice management operability.
• Managed local IT staff, provided EMR database management, and network integrity and continuity (wired and wireless).
• Was responsible for over 130 computers and users within the network and ensuring HIPAA policies were followed.
IT-Business Analyst at Cox Communications
Tyler, TX
July 2003 -- April 2006
• Recommended and implemented available software solutions to support business objectives and achieve optimum use of the company wide billing systems.
• Provided project management, daily reporting, data entry, and helped develop solutions for senior management objectives, key system initiatives, and best practices.
Owner at Morris Business Solutions
East Texas
February 1992 -- Sep 2008
• Performed all aspects of computer, networking, and other various electrical equipment support, including installation, upgrades, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Performed business computer network assessments for clients, systems and software administration, maintenance and end-user support for various operating system environments.
• Developed web sites and consulted on internet advertising adventures.
Additional employment details are available upon request
References:
Seth New
Service Manager - Wood Networks
Gary Mayfield Jr.
Director of Information Technology - DeHaven Eye Clinic
Ava Ashby
CFO - DeHaven Eye Clinic
Blake Rambin
Parts and Warehouse Manager - Tandem Mobile Homes
Loretta Swan
VP, Operations - Trinity Clinic
Shawn Markmann
Northeast Texas Public Health District
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