VMWare
Alan Bates
Clinton,TN
Summary
Dynamic Windows Server Administrator with proven expertise in a multitude of environments, specializing in virtualization and network security. Adept at collaboration, driving improvements in service delivery and user satisfaction. Comprehensive experience in managing Windows Server infrastructures and ensuring seamless operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Windows Server Administrator
CNS Y-12
09.2015 - 11.2025
- Managed Windows Server infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and availability for critical applications.
- Implemented security protocols, enhancing system integrity and protecting sensitive data from unauthorized access.
- Conducted regular system audits, identifying vulnerabilities and implementing corrective measures to maintain compliance standards.
- Contributed to cost savings by consolidating servers using virtualization technologies such as Hyper-V and VMware.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams for seamless integration of new applications into existing infrastructure.
- Enhanced network security by employing data encryption, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.
- Upgraded outdated hardware components in a phased manner, reducing risk while maximizing return on investment.
- Installed important security and functionality patches to maintain optimal protections against intrusion and system reliability.
- Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues.
- Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
- Diagnosed and executed resolution for network and server issues.
Data Networking Specialist
United States Marine Corps
08.2011 - 08.2015
- Designed and implemented secure network solutions to enhance operational capabilities.
- Conducted system performance evaluations to identify and resolve connectivity issues.
- Mentored junior Marines on best practices in network management and security protocols.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting network related problems, leading to improved user satisfaction.
- Partnered with cybersecurity teams to identify potential threats, establish proactive defense measures, and implement robust monitoring tools, safeguarding critical government data.
- Troubleshot and maintained networking devices and infrastructure across enterprise.
- Configured and installed Cisco routers and switches.
- Implemented and maintained firewalls, series switches and security appliances.
- Administered and prepared programs for IP addresses, developed network resources and trained support personnel to provide Tier I support to end users.
- Set up hardware and software in optimal configurations to meet network performance requirements.
- Monitored network hardware operations to evaluate proper configuration.
Education
No Degree - Information Technology
Marine Corps Communication-Electronics School
Twentynine Palms, CA05-2012
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Knoxville, TN05-2011
Skills
- Windows Server management
- Virtualization technologies
- Network security protocols
- System performance evaluation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Data encryption techniques
- Vulnerability assessment
- Active Directory administration
- File and storage services
- DHCP administration
- Group policy management
- Windows deployment services
- Windows administration
- Remote Access
- User management
- File system administration
- Incident management
- Backup management
- Server maintenance
- Server management
- Cisco router and switch security
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team a of dozens in the success of operation Bold Alligator 2014 for which I was awarded a Navy Achievement Medal.
- Achieved seamless enterprise wide endpoint security transition, introducing Trellix Endpoint Security to replace Symantec Endpoint Protection to over 5000 endpoints across multiple domains.
Software
Active Directory
Symentec Endpoint Protection
Trellix Endpoint Security
Microsoft Exchange
InfoBlox
DFS
Cisco Switching and Routing
SCCM
ServiceNow
Timeline
Windows Server Administrator
CNS Y-12
09.2015 - 11.2025
Data Networking Specialist
United States Marine Corps
08.2011 - 08.2015
No Degree - Information Technology
Marine Corps Communication-Electronics School
High School Diploma -
Central High School