1. Christopher Henry Tate
736 E. 137th
Street
Bronx, NY 10454
Phone: 901-488-9648
Email: christopherhtate@gmail.com
Objective
To obtain employment within the IT field where I can apply the skill-sets computer networking and help desk
support.
Technical Abilities
Microsoft Network Operating Systems – Installation, configuration, and management of network servers;
client-server network administration, infrastructure administration, directory technologies
Linux System Administration – Setup, configuration, maintenance, security, and troubleshooting Linux
servers specifically with Red Hat and Debian for Amazon, Twitter, and Facebook
WAN Technology – Application of Wide Area Networks; router configuration
Network Systems – Networking and internetworking service integration, system management and protocols
Visual Basic – Create multiple forms, arrays; file processing, database interaction, SQL
Software Applications - Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook), Cisco Packet Tracer,
Lawson HRIS, PeopleSoft HRIS, Adobe Acrobat, VM Ware Player, Microsoft Exchange 2007 and 2013, HP
PPM, Dameware, TeamViewer, Cisco Web-X, MacAfee
Hardware Troubleshooting- Assemble motherboards, RAM, CPU, hard drives, and storage drives for all
chassis
Operating Systems – Windows 7,8, 8.1, 10, Ubuntu, Fedora, Mint, Debian, Mac OSX
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration May 2007
TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY Nashville, Tennessee
Associates of Applied Science in Network Systems Administration September 2015
ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Cordova, Tennessee
Projects
• Setup and configured a WAN Network
• Established user accounts using Windows Server 2003 & 2008
• Designed a database
• Configured Cisco Routers and Switches
• Cabled a small network
• Created Microsoft Visio layouts
• Designed and configured a regional bank infrastructure
Work Experience
ITT TECHNICIAL INSITUTE – Cordova, Tennessee May 2016 –September 2016
Computer Network Adjunct Professor - Contract
• Provided a quality educational environment for students to learn the fundamentals of Information
Technology and fundamentals of Networking in both OS and Linux.
• Instructed students ranging from the school of Information Technology and School of Electronics in
Physical Networking and Client Services (Windows Admin Support and Server Admin Support).
• Advised students on weekly basis on student performances and provided assistance to help prepare them
for career placement.

2. SYNNEX - Olive Branch, Mississippi May 2016 – July 2016
IT Technician – Contract
• Built Red Hat and Debian Linux based enterprise servers, server racks for Twitter and Akamine.
• Assembled and configured motherboards, RAM, CPU, solid state hard drives and/or storage drives, PCI
Cables, power supplies, motherboard fans, and LED for all chassis.
• Analyzed and ran 24 to 48-hour stress tests on server-to-server and servers-to-server rack to ensure all
configurations pass a series of test per the client needs.
• Cabled server racks with 10G and CAT6 cables per requirements of Twitter.
• Troubleshot, recorded, and corrected any system failures or errors that server chassis occur.
• Flashed the BIOS and upgraded the firmware on motherboard.
• Repaired or replaced damage or defective motherboards, SSD, Memory and NIC Cards.
• Configured and upgraded Juniper EX5500, EX3300, and EX4550 switches on server racks.
CHANGE HEALTHCARE – Memphis, Tennessee December 2015 – March 2016
Help Desk Technician II – Full-Time
• Monitored Pharmacy IT Data Center with over 3000 UNIX and Windows based servers.
• Assisted customers with IT issues and creating ticket requests by telnet into system or processing requests
through TeamViewer.
• Processed eligibilities for coupon request for pharmacy prescriptions.
• Performed system upgrades to customer devices and data center servers.
• Assisted with full migration of Windows 2003 servers to Windows Server 2012.
SYNNEX - Olive Branch, Mississippi March 2015 – December 2015
IT Technician – Contract
• Built Red Hat and Debian Linux based enterprise servers for Amazon, Twitter and Facebook.
• Assembled motherboards, ram, CPU, hard drives and storage drives for all chassis.
• Analyzed and run stress test on each server to ensure all configurations pass a series of test per the client
needs.
• Reconfigured MAC address for ZUES-X type servers for Twitter to ensure that stress test passes.
• Troubleshot and recorded any system failures or errors that server chassis occur.
• Repaired any damage or defective motherboards, SSD, Memory and NIC Cards.
AXCESS STAFFING SERVICES – Memphis, Tennessee October 2014 – January 2015
Junior Account Manager – Contract
• Managed a major multi-million-dollar client account which recruited warehouse and technician I.T. positions
for Flextronics.
• Staffed and orientated all new hires with proper procedures pertaining to the client needs which ratio of
higher practices is at a 98%.
• Assisted with Senior Account Manager and Program Manager to staff for various positons according to
special project needs.
• Administered drug test to all candidates to ensure that the company standards are met.
Recruiting Administrator – Contract
• Assisted the Recruiters and Program Manager with daily task which consist of insuring employee records
are in compliance.
• Orientated all candidates and new hires with orientations including the new hire paperwork for each client.
• Answered phone calls pertaining about positions and other required information customers/candidates may
ask.
• Completed all employment verifications and have a ROA of same day.
SHOEFITR, INC. - Memphis, Tennessee November 2013 – March 2014
3D Scan Operator - Contractor

3. • Digitally draw and scanned shoes through an auto cad software tool system to retrieve data for customers for
their online purchases.
ENDEAVOR AIR, INC. - Memphis, Tennessee November 2009 - May 2013
Benefits Analyst – Full-Time
• Tracked all current employee leaves to inform managers on a daily basis on leave statuses through third
party vendor UNUM and consulted with ALPHA union groups with any changes of employee claims.
• Conducted a bi-weekly conference call with Flight Ops and In-flight departments on employees who are out
on leave.
• Administered all FMLA, ESL, STD, Military, Personal, Voluntary Company Leaves and LTD claims.
• Generated QUERY reports for Base Managers for specific group employees leaves.
Compliance Human Resources Coordinator - Full-Time
• Implemented an online application tracking system tool for company recruiters to track, pre-screen and
retain all application information for hiring purposes to minimize walk-in clients.
• Recruited over 500 diverse corporate, maintenance, in-flight and ground operation positions utilizing
targeted selection to ensure that the best candidate was selected.
• Assisted with company wide open houses in various regional locations to select a diverse pool of candidates.
• Implemented E-verify system to track I-9 processes for both Pinnacle and Colgan Air, Inc.
• Assisted with transition of the acquisition HRIS systems and integration of employees from 3 airlines into 2
airlines.
YOUTH CONSULTATION SERVICE - East Orange, New Jersey June 2007 - July 2008
Human Resources Assistant
• Administrated human resources operation relating to training and development, benefits administration,
human resources information systems, and occupational health and safety.
• Recruited for diverse positions utilizing targeted selection to ensure that the best candidate was selected.
• Advertised job vacancies, screened employees, scheduled interviews, and facilitated interview process.
MTV NETWORKS - Nashville, Tennessee June 2006 - May 2007
Human Resources Coordinator
• Maintained documentation of discussions, counseling, discipline, and termination of employees.
• Provided orientation to new associates.
• Oversee performance appraisal system and execute organizational development systems.
• Ensured statutory compliance via administration of corporate and divisional policies and procedures.
Human Resources Internship
• Developed an excel database of 116 colleges and universities that provided internship programs/positions
for the diverse student’s population.
• Assisted with the recruitment and orientation process and performed reference checks for new hires.
• Developed and implemented exit interview questionnaire for all Country Music Television interns which
helped determine the value of the internship, relationship between supervisor and intern, and the demand
for interns.
• Reviewed applications for the selection process for interns of the VH1Channel.