VMWARE
Chad E. Powell
Conyers,United States
Summary
Driven Systems Administrator with 15 years of experience in software implementation and maintenance. Proven history of managing complex infrastructures and data center operations. Expert in solutions-oriented business application problem-solving and dedicated to providing best-in-class service. Skilled at troubleshooting, communication and collaboration. Seasoned Technology Specialist with experience in systems administration, maintenance and end-user training. Skilled in constructing solutions to achieve program compatibility and conduct system upgrades and installations. Knowledgeable in managing complicated Computer systems, including Windows and Mac operating systems, servers and specialized VM software. Expertise in design, development and maintenance of complex software and management of server infrastructures and data center operations across operating system platforms. Highly proficient in implementing enterprise solutions for business applications in broad scale, web-delivered environments. Determined to deliver best technical solutions to meet functional and business requirements. Diligent troubleshooter, with strong communication skills to interact effectively with employees and departments various IT environments. Flexible with positive work attitude focused on producing results under tight deadlines. Demonstrated understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Systems Administrator
SKC Inc.
Covington , GA
09.2017 - Current
- Installed important security and functionality patches to maintain optimal protections against intrusion and system reliability.
- Designed proactive preventive maintenance schedules to prevent unnecessary downtime and hardware faults.
- Established network specifications and analyzed workflow, access, information and security requirements.
- Provided comprehensive training to internal and off-site users to optimize systems maintenance and resolve recurring issues.
- Designed company-wide policies to bring operations in line with Center for Internet Security (CIS) standards.
- Developed and maintained incident response protocols to mitigate damage and liability during security breaches.
- Reviewed violations of computer security procedures and developed mitigation plans.
- Created patches and solutions to fix bugs in existing applications.
- Attended meetings to deliver status reports to key stakeholders.
- Configured and tested Windows Server operating systems with roles features.
- Supported day-to-day operations, monitoring and resolving client/server and storage issues.
Network Administrator
Rosser International
Atlanta , Georgia
08.2014 - 09.2017
- Configured networks for smooth, reliable operation to meet business processes and objectives.
- Performed day-to-day LAN and WAN administration, maintenance and support.
- Consulted with management to determine scope and priorities of projects and to discuss system capacity and equipment acquisitions.
- Assisted IT staff on troubleshooting issues and closing calls.
- Verified continuity of computer and telephone system services for users..
- Provided on-call support for network engineering duties.
- Monitored system performance and responded to alerts.
- Managed computer operation scheduling, backup, storage and retrieval functions.
- Maintained applications to keep software current with necessary software updates and upgrades.
- Managed data backups and disaster recovery operations to comply with business continuity initiatives.
Systems Analyst
Standridge Color Corporation
Social Circle, GA
05.2012 - 08.2014
- Performed system analysis, documentation, testing, implementation and user support for platform transitions.
- Conducted system analysis and implementation to maintain and improve computer systems.
- Planned computer systems using information engineering and structured analysis.
- Gathered requirements and performed gap analysis through design workshops with users.
- Educated stakeholders on data protection tactics to reduce breaches.
- Provided client support on system operation and troubleshooting.
- Monitored employee tasks to gauge business functions and inefficiencies.
- Improved systems with addition of new features and infrastructure.
Network Administrator
Walthall Oil
Macon, GA
09.2009 - 05.2012
- Configured networks for smooth, reliable operation to meet business processes and objectives.
- Performed day-to-day LAN and WAN administration, maintenance and support.
- Consulted with management to determine scope and priorities of projects and to discuss system capacity and equipment acquisitions.
- Assisted IT staff on troubleshooting issues and closing calls.
- Provided on-call support for network engineering duties.
- Verified continuity of computer and telephone system services for users..
- Monitored system performance and responded to alerts.
- Managed computer operation scheduling, backup, storage and retrieval functions.
- Maintained applications to keep software current with necessary software updates and upgrades.
- Planned annual budgets to fund IT projects and control spending.
- Supported project planning team to promptly address hardware and software problems and network emergencies.
- Installed, configured and supported local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN) and Internet system.
- Implemented network security measures to minimize data loss.
- Authored documentation for system configuration and troubleshooting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Middle Georgia State University
Macon, GA 01.2006 - 12.2009
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Middle Georgia State University
Macon, GA 01.2006 - 05.2007
Associate of Science - Computer Programming, Specific Applications
Middle Georgia Technical College
Warner Robins, GA 09.1996 - 03.1998
Skills
Program installations
Software
CROWDSTRIKE
Timeline
Systems Administrator
SKC Inc.
09.2017 - Current
Network Administrator
Rosser International
08.2014 - 09.2017
Systems Analyst
Standridge Color Corporation
05.2012 - 08.2014
Network Administrator
Walthall Oil
09.2009 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Middle Georgia State University
01.2006 - 12.2009
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Middle Georgia State University
01.2006 - 05.2007
Associate of Science - Computer Programming, Specific Applications
Middle Georgia Technical College
09.1996 - 03.1998
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