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Summary of Skills and Projects
Administrative
Director of IT
Senior IT Manager
IT Manager
SupportDesk Manager
IT Vendor Management
IT Project Management
System Administrator
IT Field Technician Manager
IT General Manager
Regional Manager
Skills and Experience
Microsoft SQL Server 2008
Microsoft SQL Server 2005
Microsoft SQL Server 2000
Microsoft Windows Server
2012
Microsoft Windows Server
2008 R2
Microsoft Windows Server
2008
Microsoft Windows Server
2003
Microsoft Windows Server
2000
Microsoft Exchange 2003
Microsoft Exchange 2007
Microsoft Exchange 2010
Microsoft Exchange 2013
Exchange Migrations
Active Directory
IIS 6, 7
Terminal Server
Remote Desktop Connection
GPO
SSL
Outlook Web Access
Windows XP
Windows Vista
Windows 7
Windows 8.1
SharePoint
VMware 5.1
IT Infrastructure
Misc. Telephony
Microsoft Office Suite
Symantec Backup Exec
BMC AssetCore IT Service
ManagementSuite
Industry Lines
Pharmacy
Property Management
Legal
Manufacturing
Graphics/Photography
Architectural
Principal Areas of Practice
Over 30 years of hands-on experience in managing, deploying, maintaining and
troubleshooting server and desktop systems. Managing IT personnel and
manage resource allocation in a flexible manner in response to changing
business priorities, direction and budget. Plan, manage and execute technology
IT, Telephony, and Cellular projects giving the business to the ability to
maximize business uptime, opportunities and results. Address all phases of the
infrastructure lifecycle including the areas of change management
budget/estimate, design, development, testing, implementation and
maintenance. Deploy and support software systems. Provide training to staff on
appropriate subject matters including changes and upgrades. ITIL and Six
Sigma Certified.
Major Projects
Project
Successfully completed a project for Super Bowl XLIX. Project Manager and
was responsible for overseeing the installation of new DAS cellular network
infrastructure and connectivity for users and vendors who will be needing
premium cellular connectivity during the Super Bowl XLIX pre-game activities.
Worked with vendors as well as oversaw subcontracted technicians who
were performing the physical installations.
Managed the reporting of the installation teams.
Oversaw project details.
Ensured that the timeframe was kept.
Converted raw project data into a usable format
Worked closely with leadership team to ensure the smooth and efficient
running of processes.
Ensured all issues would be addressed quickly.
Results: All infrastructure was successfully installed and tested allowing the
vendors (Verizon, etc.) to turn up their services.
Project
Successfully mitigated a massive virus outbreak at a major valley hospital.
Leveraged extensive leadership and management background to
motivate the previously hired IT team by showing how to effectively
handle the mitigation of the virus and replace the damaged hardware.
Managed a team of contracted technicians to image and deploy
replacement computers and new corporate anti-virus software for over
500 computers.
Worked with the team in a “hands-on” role mitigating the virus and
replacing hardware as needed.
Results: Virus was eliminated from the hospital’s network and gained greater
efficiency with new equipment.
Project
Successfully redesigned, built, installed and maintained the data center for two
(2) multi-million dollar corporations.
Used project management skills to successfully complete data center
update on time and within budget.
Utilized in-depth knowledge for IT hardware, software and networking
to complete the project.
Results: Both companies achieved greater productivity due to greater
processing power and an over 90% reduction of server failures.
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SalesMarketing
Automotive
Computer Applications
BMC Asset Core
IT 360, Timberline
Pinacle
PlanSwift
Centricity
Connectwise, McKesson
HPF, ILE, PMM, Orbits
TOPS Property
Management
Microsoft Office Word,
Excel, Outlook, Access,
Power Point, Visio 2003-
2013
Checkpoint Security
CA Intergraded Threat
Management
MySQL
Norton
Symantic
Trend Micro
Kaspersky
Carbonite
Corel Draw
Web SEO
Photoshop CS6
Lightroom 4
Acrobat
Education/Qualifications
ITIL Certified
Six Sigma Certified
Affiliations
ITSCM
Project
Successfully relocate data center for a multi-million dollar company.
Managed vendors and utilities to ensure a smooth relocation.
Managed all re-assembly of all computer servers and workstations.
Oversaw installation of new call center equipment and services.
Managed all IT upgrades to be performed before and after relocation.
Results: Data center was successfully move with no unplanned down time.
Project
Contracted Director of IT department for a multimillion dollar property
management company for over 14 years.
Results: Accomplished lower operating costs and improved the quality of the IT
department.
Project
Successfully managed a complete PC desktop hardware and software refresh
for a quarter of a billion dollar company.
Created PC imaging lab.
Created quality control checks to eliminate errors.
Manage deployment of new PCs, printers and peripherals.
Managed deployment and support teams.
Found and corrected planning errors for deployment.
Results: Greater productivity and reduced downtime with new equipment.
Project
Successfully restructured a failing IT support helpdesk for a multi-million dollar
company.
Restructured support helpdesk group into IT support and Pharmacy
support teams.
Redesigned call center phone trees and queues to support new
structure.
Turned around poor support reputation by training and motivating IT
support staff to perform at top performance levels.
Redesigned pharmacy student Active Directory onboarding system
eliminating student starting delays.
Results: Created an efficient IT Support Desk and reversing the poor reputation
of the IT support desk to one that could be relied on in a timely manner.
Project
Successfully lead a team of 11 technicians providing “Big Bang” (all at once)
installation and short term support of new check capture system.
Installed new system, oversaw technician turnout, and replace
technicians with backup technician if needed.
Results: New systems successfully installed and fully operational at all 11 sites.
Project
Successfully and effectively implementing transformational change within an IT
department by successfully hands-on restructuring entire network system for a
50 million dollar construction company resulting in a quality and stable network
system, lower costs of operations and improved productivity.
Design and deploying a new virtual server system.
Replacing legacy server systems.
Updating and migrating AD controllers (2003 to 2008), Exchange
Server (2003 to 2010), data files, GPO restructuring, terminal Server
(2003 to 2008), file shares and data.
Installing new Sonic-wall firewall.
Restructuring IP addressing.
Restructuring Timberline Office.
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Deploying replacement desktops and anti-virus software.
Create disaster recovery plan
Results: Achieved greater productivity due to greater processing power and an
over 90% reduction of server failures. Achieved greater security with new
firewall solution and network restructuring.