Abner Martinez
Stockton,CA
Summary
Business-minded Network Administrator 10 years of experience in supporting Education environments. Determined and focused in managing network infrastructure and optimizing environment while reducing redundancy. Considered expert in troubleshooting complex problems and reaching innovative solutions while adhering to rules and requirements of project scope. Dynamic team player when interfacing with other staff members, vendors and end-users.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Systems and Network Administrator
Aspire Public Schools
2023.12 - Current
- Managed and maintained the stability and integrity of network systems, ensuring seamless operation of data, voice, video, servers, and network services.
- Designed, implemented, and optimized LAN/WAN networks, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless networks, enhancing overall network performance and security.
- Developed and enforced network policies, disaster recovery plans, and contributed to the strategic planning for data centers and cloud services.
- Provided technical support for physical and virtual environments, including server management, security audits, and network issue resolution.
- Demonstrated expertise in Windows Servers, VMWare, Active Directory, cloud technologies, and scripting (Powershell, Python), with a focus on automating administrative processes.
Jr. Systems Admin
Aspire Public Schools
2020.01 - 2022.12
- Support and Maintenance: Assist in the management and optimization of Aspire's network and systems infrastructure, including server maintenance, virtual server infrastructure, and VoIP systems, ensuring seamless operations across all Aspire schools and offices.
- Collaboration and Problem-Solving: Work closely with the Systems and Network Administration Team to troubleshoot complex network, systems, and application issues, contributing to a collaborative and innovative technology support environment.
- Documentation and Security: Create and maintain detailed documentation, including network and system diagrams, and support ongoing security initiatives through system hardening, vulnerability scanning, and disaster recovery operations.
- Customer Service Orientation: Provide excellent customer service to Aspire teammates, offering technical support, advice, and solutions tailored to the unique needs of educational environments, with a focus on enhancing the learning experience for students and staff.
Desktop Analyst II
Aspire Public Schools
2017.02 - 2020.02
- Supported the migration process from legacy systems to new platforms while ensuring minimal disruption to end-users'' daily operations.
- Troubleshot various technical issues dealing with printers, network and phone systems.
- Configured and tested new software and hardware.
- Patched software and installed new versions to eliminate security problems and protect data.
- Maintained servers and systems to keep networks fully operational
Information Technology Specialist (25B)
United States Army Reserve
2010.10 - 2018.10
- Negotiated vendor contracts for hardware and software purchases, securing favorable pricing terms for the organization.
- Migrated legacy systems to cloud-based platforms, enhancing scalability and accessibility while reducing operational costs.
- Achieved significant cost savings through consolidation of hardware resources via virtualization technologies.
- Implemented data backup and disaster recovery plans, safeguarding critical business information from potential loss or damage.
Desktop Analyst I
Aspire Public Schools
2015.02 - 2017.02
- Provided on-site and remote technical support to users.
- Installed new hardware and software, patched systems, and configured settings.
- Installed and maintained Windows and desktop software, service packs, patches, and anti-virus updates for 2000 clients.
- Troubleshot various technical issues dealing with printers, network and phone systems.
- Supported and maintained user account information.
- Directly supported in-house service ticket software for non-emergency user-related issues.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Network Technician
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CA05.2025
Associate of Science - Computer Network Security Technician
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CA05.2025
Skills
- System Administration:
Microsoft Active Directory (GPO, ADCS, ADFS, ADDS)
Windows Server, SQL, Exchange, O365 online administration
Virtualization: VMware ESX, Microsoft HyperV, Vcenter
SAN administration
Authentication: SAML, and Single Sign-On (SSO) experience
Endpoint Security and Protection (EDR/MDR)
System Backup and Disaster Recovery: VEEAM
Scripting: PowerShell, Python, Netmiko
API integration and management
Network Administration:
DNS, Print Server, File Server
Microsoft Active Directory
Group Policies (GPO)
Server administration
Network Security
Meraki: Configuration and management
Network monitoring: Netreo
VOIP: Jive,Zoom and Cloud VOIP
Certification
- CCNA- Cisco Certified Networking Associate
- A +
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Systems and Network Administrator
Aspire Public Schools
2023.12 - Current
Jr. Systems Admin
Aspire Public Schools
2020.01 - 2022.12
Desktop Analyst II
Aspire Public Schools
2017.02 - 2020.02
Desktop Analyst I
Aspire Public Schools
2015.02 - 2017.02
Information Technology Specialist (25B)
United States Army Reserve
2010.10 - 2018.10
Associate of Science - Computer Network Technician
San Joaquin Delta College
Associate of Science - Computer Network Security Technician
San Joaquin Delta College
- CCNA- Cisco Certified Networking Associate
- A +
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