Active Directory Technician

Joseph Blasi

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Des Plaines, IL ***16

Phone: 847-***-****

Cell: 847-***-****

Email: ********@*********.***

Summary:

A+, MCDST and MCP Certified technician who has completed an Associate’s Degree in Computer Network Systems. Knowledgeable about deploying Windows 3.x, 9x, NT, 2000, XP, Vista, 7, Linux, MAC OS 6-9 and X. Experienced in building new computers and designing networks for small businesses. Highly knowledgeable in new and developing technologies and applications. Able to optimize desktop users’ system performance through critical review and knowledge of hardware and software configuration.

Skills:

Operating Systems - Administrator Skill Level

Windows 98, 2000, XP, Vista, 7, Server 2003, Server 2008

RedHat, SUSE and, Fedora Linux

Installation, configuration, management & troubleshooting

Networking Skills – Administrator Level

Design LAN Ethernet topology

Install LAN Hardware

Design and implement network including:

• Active directory - Setting up and managing active directory performance

• Administration of shared folders, Active Directory, group policy and user accounts

• Backup strategy

• Setting up and configuring network printers.

• Configuring Windows 2000 / XP / vista / 7 for mobile computers

• Configuring group policy and local security policy

• Managing files and directories

• Monitor system performance

• Conducting needs assessments and translation of assessments into specifications and functional requirements

• Software Technologies and Protocols including:

DNS, TCP/IP, Ethernet.

Certifications:

A+

MCP

MCDST

Experience:

Demolab, Computer Tech

March 2009 to present

Responsible for the repair, setup, and testing of laptops and desktops

Removing viruses and spyware from PC systems

Making and loading images for pc and laptop systems

Fabricating Cat 5 network cables

Independent Contractor

January 2004 to present

Clients have included:

Siemens A.G., BP, IBM, Insight, BMC Solutions, Robert Half Technology, Kforce Professional Staffing, Baggio Graphics

Responsible for computer setup, imaging, Site Surveys, desktop support, and installation.

Post deployment Tech

Reimaging laptops / setting up software for a school district

Windows and Mac support

Wiping and uninstalling systems for closed down bank branches

Data migrations / systems swaps / system roll outs

Computer repair / building systems

Windows XP to Windows 7 migrations / Windows 7 roll outs.

ITT-Technical Institute, Networking Assistant

March 2005 to June 2006

Responsible for the Setup, install, configure and maintain G5 Mac desktop computers

Troubleshoot student Windows XP Professional & software installations

Maintain and optimize performance of student Dell Optiplex 260 – 280 workstations

Create student Windows XP Professional multimedia images for deployment to student workstations. Optimize performance of Mandrake Linux workstation

Legacy Incorporated, Computer Technician

June 2004 – May 2005

Responsibilities included installing, setup and maintaining PC and MAC based hardware. Worked to refurbish used equipment. Familiar with software, networking installation, imaging, and configuration techniques.

Education:

Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology – Computer Network Systems

ITT Technical Institute, Mt. Prospect, IL

MS Windows Desktop Technician

Oakton Community College, Des Plaines, IL

Windows Server 2008

Oakton Community College, Des Plaines, IL

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