Girrod Stewart
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Intelligent Network Administrator with exceptional insight into computer security and tasked with implementing firewalls, VPNs and anti-malware technologies. A diligent employee with expertise upgrading networks, software and hardware. Ready for a new position that involves troubleshooting and issue resolution in the IT environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/Network Administrator
OTR Wheel Engineering Inc.
Rome, GA
01.2024 - Current
- Managed Hyper-V infrastructure, including physical hosts and VMs, using OP Manager for performance and system monitoring.
- Monitored HPE Nimble storage via HP Infosight, ensuring optimal performance, tracking KPIs, and performing firmware upgrades.
- Installed and configured HPE storage expansion shelves, seamlessly integrating them with existing arrays to increase storage capacity.
- Conducted regular system performance monitoring and maintenance, ensuring network security and proper server operation, with virus protection (VMware Carbon Black Cloud) implemented on all servers.
- Ensured nightly Veeam backups for both the Hyper-V environment and 365 data ran smoothly and successfully.
- Researched and recommended new technologies, identifying potential cost-saving opportunities for IT infrastructure improvements.
- Performed scheduled server environment maintenance every third weekend, addressing updates and ensuring system stability.
Network Administrator
SimpleHelix
Huntsville, AL
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Configured and maintained routers, switches, firewalls, wireless networks and other network devices. ( Fortinet, Palo Alto, Aruba, UniFI)
- Monitored system performance to ensure availability of all services and systems to authorized users.
- Implemented security measures such as firewalls, encryption technologies and access control lists to protect data from unauthorized access.
- Diagnosed network issues using tools such as packet sniffers, and protocol analyzers.
- Developed policies related to network security and usage procedures for end-users.
- Created detailed documentation of all configurations, processes and procedures related to the network environment.
Network Installation Engineer(Hybrid Remote)
Dexperts Inc
Irving, Tx
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted site surveys and assess network infrastructure requirements
- Documented network configurations, diagrams, and installation procedures
- Ran and performed cable management and ensured proper labeling of network cables
- Installed Cisco MR 44 & FortiAp U431F wireless access points
- Installed & Configured Cisco Meraki MX67 firewalls as well as Forti Gate 60 F/70 F firewalls
- Conducted testing and validation of the new network infrastructure to ensure seamless transition and minimal disruption to business operations.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Network Administrator
GeoCue Group Inc
Madison, AL
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Microsoft Azure AD Administrator - Managed AD Domain Controllers
- Supported Network infrastructure of 300 users between the Huntsville and Atlanta office
- Deployed and maintained software using AWS and Azure
- Implemented a new VMware ESXi virtual environment to replace physical servers
- Utilized LP360 data analysis to monitor process efficiencies and identify LIDAR data integrity exceptions
- Oversaw Fortinet VPNs to deliver secure virtual network access to remote users
- Integrated cutting-edge infrastructure tools to migrate network operations to virtual server computing environment
- Developed scripts to automate deployment and maintenance of public cloud resources
- Worked independently while coordinating project work and support functions with other team members.
Network Engineer(Contract)
Dynamic Campus
Huntsville, AL
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Configured Fortinet 148F switches and firewalls and other hardware to deploy and manage LAN, WAN and wireless networks
- Maximized network availability and performance by monitoring, troubleshooting, resolving outages and scheduling upgrades
- Configured and Managed SSO(QuickLaunch) for employees and students
- Setup and deployed AdTran Switches as well as Blue Socket access points across campus
- Optimized, improved, expanded and upgraded network capabilities and connectivity through network monitoring tools.
Systems Administrator
City of Ridgeland
06.2020 - 02.2022
- Upgraded and Maintained SAN's across our network such as Dell Unity XT, Dell IDPA 4400, Dell EqualLogic PS-400E
- Upgraded and Maintained VMWare ESXi & GSX servers
- Installed FortiGate 600F firewalls and antivirus software to improve cybersecurity
- Maintained Cisco Catalyst 2960 X and Cisco Catalyst 3650 switches
- Performed preventive maintenance and upgraded systems to improve network, system and data availability and integrity
- Secured applications by rolling out patches and solutions to vulnerabilities
- Increased team productivity and automated repetitive tasks with batch files, PowerShell and VBScript.
Network Support Specialist
Elior North America
Ridgeland, MS
03.2017 - 05.2020
- Managed email accounts and groups using Active Directory, Azure, & Exchange Admin Center
- Experience with Windows Server 2008,2012, &2016 Managed our company's routing server & SQL database (Search Express) for our food delivery drivers
- Performed firewall and networking switches upgrades
- Delivered guidance and technical assistance to 500 users to improve network and environment health
- Configured Palo Alto VPN
- Installed wiring, cabling and devices to establish, repair and improve network operations
- Trained team members and users in newly implemented and emerging technology to enhance business productivity
- Imaged OS and software deployments throughout system and addressed implementation concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Network Security
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12-2025
Associate of Applied Science -
Holmes Community College
Ridgeland, MS05.2018
Skills
- Server/network configuration
- Amazon Web Services
- Powershell & VBScript
- Firewalls and endpoint security
- Palo Alto, Fortinet, Aruba, UniFi
- VMware ESXi 60 & higher
- FortiManager / FortiGate
- Java & Python
- Microsoft Azure & Azure Devops
- VoIP Systems
Timeline
Server/Network Administrator
OTR Wheel Engineering Inc.
01.2024 - Current
Network Administrator
SimpleHelix
08.2023 - 12.2023
Network Installation Engineer(Hybrid Remote)
Dexperts Inc
05.2023 - 08.2023
Network Administrator
GeoCue Group Inc
05.2022 - 05.2023
Network Engineer(Contract)
Dynamic Campus
02.2022 - 05.2022
Systems Administrator
City of Ridgeland
06.2020 - 02.2022
Network Support Specialist
Elior North America
03.2017 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Network Security
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science -
Holmes Community College
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