Christopher Bolf
Woodbury,MN
Summary
A results driven Information Technology professional with 27 years technical experience. By developing and supporting network systems, security integration, hardware, software, content filtering, and physical building security.
Known as an innovator and “go-to” resource that customers, colleagues and senior management trust to design, manage, and support capital IT projects: creative problem solver, technical expert, deadline driven, and customer advocate.
• Accountable and takes ownership.
• Proven ROI results after big picture strategies.
• Rated Exceeding Expectations by Senior Management.
• Listens to customers, defines problems, and builds consensus among diverse work groups.
• Mentors peers, and creates user-friendly training guides/tutorials.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Network Analyst
Flint Hills Resources Pine Bend Refinery
07.1998 - Current
- Enhanced system reliability by designing and executing comprehensive network maintenance plans.
- Managed relationships with vendors and service providers, ensuring optimal support for critical infrastructure components.
- Contributed to the planning and execution of multiple large-scale projects involving the deployment or expansion of network infrastructure elements.
- Reduced downtime with proactive monitoring of network systems for potential issues.
- Evaluated emerging technologies to determine their potential impact on current networks and business processes.
- Optimized network performance by conducting in-depth assessments and implementing necessary upgrades.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND12-1996
Skills
- Local area network expertise
- Wireless LAN design 80211/802154
- LoRaWAN
- Wireless networking
- Network design
- Network troubleshooting
- Network security
- Firewall configuration and maintenance
- Project management
Certification
- Certified Wireless Network Associate (CWNA)
- Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Certified 5G LAN Specialist - Celona (CWNP)
Timeline
Senior Network Analyst
Flint Hills Resources Pine Bend Refinery
07.1998 - Current
- Certified Wireless Network Associate (CWNA)
- Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Certified 5G LAN Specialist - Celona (CWNP)
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of North Dakota
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