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Gloria A. Nebarez
Omaha,Nebraska
Summary
Experienced Network Technical Coordinator with top-notch implementation and project management abilities. Highly organized, methodical and skilled at overseeing daily milestones across high-performance teams. Well-versed in Design, implement, and supporting hardware network infrastructure by planning and deployment of LAN and WAN networks.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Center Technician II, 5s, EHS & EDS Lead
Google
Omaha, Nebraska
01.2024 - Current
- Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting one of the following: operating systems, computer/server hardware, or networking protocols.
- Managed several successful hardware installations for rack, stack of networking equipment ensuring quality assurance standards are met.
- Work closely with project management, network engineering and the broader engineering team to identify in advance potential problems in network installations, including in the areas of facility power ( alternating current (AC)/direct current (DC), cooling, security/access, rack layout and cable management.
- Maintained a high level of availability for all systems by addressing incidents quickly through effective root cause analysis and incident management processes.
- Own network documentation, updating and maintaining network drawings and plans.
- Install, maintain, and repair low-voltage cabling systems—typically under 50 volts—including data networks, fiber optics and ground wires.
- Improved system performance with regular firmware upgrades and patches for servers, and other equipment.
- As the 5s Lead, I would confirm that our data center sustained a clean and organized work environment by adhering to 5S principles, promoting overall efficiency and safety within the data center.
- As the EHS Lead I would verify that we were under compliance with regulations, by protecting our employees’ well-being, to minimizing environmental impact.
- As ESD Lead I would confirm there is no sudden flow of electricity between two charged objects, often caused by contact, an electrical short, or dielectric breakdown while working on our servers.
Network Project Coordinator
Mercy Housing
Denver, CO
10.2015 - 01.2024
- Working experience in Wi-Fi network architecture design, Project Management.
- Lead the Service Desk Network support for national internet outages
- Tier 3 support for the Service Desk
- Over Six years of professional Information Technology experience installing, maintaining, and/or modifying network operating systems to include hardware 12U & 9U network rack, Cisco MS120 series switch’s, Cisco firewalls, (Z3, MX64, MX67), and Cisco Access Wireless Access points, (MR36, MR53 and MR56)
- Research network Cisco products, services, protocols for support of network development
- Strategic planning and design Low Voltage installation for New & Rehabilitation buildings through Mercy Housing Footprint
- Design cabling and setup for Mercy Housing offices and properties with building developers
- Monitor Mercy Housings network, system, and our information technology infrastructure by using software monitor tools, (SolarWinds and Meraki dashboard)
- Oversee and manage every aspect of the purchasing of equipment, materials, and products related to Information Technology for Mercy Housing
- Interact with key stakeholders in identifying business needs
- Manage the preparation, implementation, and execution of procurement order processes.
Service Desk Technician I
Mercy Housing
Denver, CO
03.2015 - 10.2015
- Identify and troubleshoot user problems and concerns associated with all IT applications, hardware, and software updates
- Troubleshoot user problems related to network connectivity both in the office and remote locations such as Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
- Basic understanding of applications utilized by Mercy Housing
- Provided customer guidance and training on the use and functionality of various services and applications
- Create and or disable Active Directory accounts
- Create Training Documents for the IT Department
Level 3 Communications
Broomfield, CO
09.2014 - 03.2015
- Off Net - Access Planning (Contractor)
- Evaluated, analyzed current network designs, ports/routes consumption trends
- Ensured efficient equipment, augment costs from Vendor / Customer billing
- Data and Economic analysis skills
- Developed and maintain effective relationships with customers and vendors.
Xg1 Technical Support II
Comcast Cable
Denver, CO
06.2010 - 02.2014
- Responded to technical support questions by using strong problem-solving skills
- Conducted online training sessions to system end users
- Participated in troubleshooting different website browsers (IE, Firefox) or Operating Systems (Microsoft Windows - XP, 7)
- Designed a Network infrastructure and the implementation of training document with Windows Applications (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Trained over 35 new hires, by creating web contents over the Internet
- A team player with the ability to interact with multiple levels
- Assisted in providing weekly detailed project status to senior management in addition to imparting issues, scope changes, and progress of our department
DOJ Tech Support
Comcast Cable
08.2008 - 05.2010
- Provided key support for field techs with residential and business customers
- Eight years as an experienced cable technician
- Troubleshoot, investigate, and provide product education for residential customers
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge of the telecommunications field, including telephony, Switching transmission and HFC cable systems
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing information on all available company products and by promoting a positive, professional image
ComTech III
Comcast Cable, Field Tech
07.2000 - 08.2008
- Understanding and identify RF signal source, from the feeder, tap, customer premises,
- Experienced cable technician (Aerial/underground plants)
- Internet Home Networking with the ability to repair network settings
- Resolved customer related service problems by performing repairs and/or preventive maintenance on the customer’s installation, by locating and replacing defective company-owned equipment and testing systems
Education
Westwood College
Associates of Occupational Studies - Information Technology – Network Security
Skills
Strategic planning
Workflow planning
Flexible and Adaptable
Interpersonal Communication
Organization and Time Management
Local Area Networking
Networking background
Networking and routing protocol expertise
Networking issues
Networking Hardware Installation
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with the Construction team and Developers with over 30 developments in Mercy Housing footprint, (290 Malosi, Casala, 95 Laguna, Open House at 55 Laguna, Villa da Vida, Pico Robertson, Baldwin Rose, and Tahanan to name a few.
Affiliations
- International Society of Female Professionals
- BICSI- Building Industry Consulting Service International
Interests
Volunteer with community services with in my company
Timeline
Data Center Technician II, 5s, EHS & EDS Lead
Google
01.2024 - Current
Network Project Coordinator
Mercy Housing
10.2015 - 01.2024
Service Desk Technician I
Mercy Housing
03.2015 - 10.2015
Level 3 Communications
09.2014 - 03.2015
Xg1 Technical Support II
Comcast Cable
06.2010 - 02.2014
DOJ Tech Support
Comcast Cable
08.2008 - 05.2010
ComTech III
Comcast Cable, Field Tech
07.2000 - 08.2008
Westwood College