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David Zapico

David Zapico

IT / Frontend Web Dev/ HR Director
Converse,TX

Summary

  • Resourceful system administrator consistently responds to wide range of technical challenges with a focused and creative approach. Highly effective at problem solving and decision making.
  • Knowledgeable Network Administrator qualified to upgrade software and hardware while monitoring network performance. Enthusiastic professional with background implementing cybersecurity products, including firewalls, antivirus software and intrusion prevention systems.
  • Successful at optimizing security standards, improving planning processes and managing systems implementation. Knowledgeable about disaster recovery planning, roadmapping and team development.

Work History

HR Director

Crossland Oilfield Services
San Antonio, TX
08.2018 - 06.2020
  • Maintained company compliance with all local, state and federal laws, in addition to establishing organizational standards.
  • Followed programs closely to assess effectiveness and make proactive changes to meet changing demands.
  • Monitored and handled all employee claims, including performance-based and harassment incidents.
  • Provided immediate updates to entire employee pool when policies and procedures were altered.
  • Conducted exit interviews to better understand reasons why employees were separating from company.
  • Conducted company-wide town hall meetings to convey updates.

Network System Administrator

Crossland Oilfield Services
San Antonio, TX
06.2017 - 06.2020
  • Improved overall user experience through support, training, troubleshooting, improvements and communication of system changes.
  • Performed network security design and integration duties.
  • Investigated and corrected problems with printers, copiers and other peripheral devices.
  • Managed system-wide operating system and software deployments, as well as related software upgrade problems.
  • Established, repaired and optimized networks by installing wiring, cabling and devices.
  • Monitored network hardware operations to evaluate proper configuration.
  • Set up hardware and software in optimal configurations to meet network performance requirements.

HR Coordinator

Crossland Oilfield Services
San Antonio, TX
06.2017 - 08.2018
  • Researched all payroll, COBRA, disability and FMLA issues.
  • Accurately prepared government compliance reports and proposal requests for employee data.
  • Reviewed and confirmed that all final paid hours corresponded with timesheets and state laws.
  • Conducted background checks on candidates by obtaining information from law enforcement officials, previous employers and references.
  • Coordinated and conducted new hire pre-interviews.
  • Reviewed and corrected job offer letters for completeness and accuracy before approving delivery.
  • Maintained company compliance with all local, state and federal laws, in addition to establishing organizational standards.
  • Completed employee employment verifications and unemployment paperwork prior to hire or termination.
  • Evaluated timecards for accuracy on regular and overtime hours.
  • Entered personnel and subcontractor data into central database.

Laborer

Crossland Oilfield Services
San Antonio, TX
06.2016 - 06.2017
  • Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
  • Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.
  • Directed traffic away from hazardous locations, protecting team members and general public.
  • Worked with speed and accuracy to consistently meet production standards.
  • Used required tools to complete jobs, including hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks, including, sweeping, pulling weeds, painting and power washing.
  • Completed heavy labor tasks, including paving roads, hauling materials and digging ditches.
  • Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members.
  • Interpreted job site supervisor's orders and technical documentation to complete accurate work.

Corporal of Marines

United States Marine Corps
TwentyNine Palms, CA
08.2008 - 06.2017
  • Non-commissioned officer trained subordinates and supported units on offensive/defensive operations.
  • Trained to locate, close with, and destroy the enemy by fire and maneuver, or repel the enemy's assault by fire and close combat.
  • Acquired a substantial amount of Security skill sets
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
  • Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $50k.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security

ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
12.2014 - 12.2016

Associate of Science - Network Security Administration

ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
12.2012 - 12.2014

Skills

Effective communication

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Quote

Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire

Hobbies

  • Linux Servers (CentOS, Fedora, Arch)
  • Home Labs (Proxmox, Unraid)
  • Server Networking
  • Web Development
  • Auto Technician
  • Typing Tests (85 WPM Avg, 125 WPM Max)
  • Woodworking
  • Pitmaster

Timeline

HR Director

Crossland Oilfield Services
08.2018 - 06.2020

Network System Administrator

Crossland Oilfield Services
06.2017 - 06.2020

HR Coordinator

Crossland Oilfield Services
06.2017 - 08.2018

Laborer

Crossland Oilfield Services
06.2016 - 06.2017

Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security

ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis
12.2014 - 12.2016

Associate of Science - Network Security Administration

ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis
12.2012 - 12.2014

Corporal of Marines

United States Marine Corps
08.2008 - 06.2017
David ZapicoIT / Frontend Web Dev/ HR Director