James Andrews
Fort Collins,CO
Summary
Methodical network, server and systems administrator with 5 years of experience in supporting server environments. Resourceful in managing network infrastructure and optimizing environment while reducing redundancy. Capable in troubleshooting complex problems and reaching innovative solutions while adhering to rules and requirements of project scope. Excellent communicator when interfacing with other teams, vendors and end-users.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Associate
Shamrock Foods
Fort Collins, CO
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
Prep Cook
Colorado Room
Fort Collins, CO
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Collaborated with kitchen team, effectively communicating to streamline processes and optimize workflow.
Aviation Logistics Managment and Support
Department Of Defence
San Diego, CA
01.2009 - 05.2013
- Installed, configured and supported local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN) and Internet system.
- Performed day-to-day LAN and WAN administration, maintenance, and support.
- Identified and immediately resolved issues with network devices.
- Ensured data security through implementation of robust access controls and regular vulnerability assessments.
- Maintained accurate asset inventory records for servers, networking equipment, licenses tracking purposes.
- Enhanced server performance by optimizing configurations and implementing regular updates.
- Maintained unclassified and multiple secret security networks in combat zones
- Developed detailed documentation outlining server administration procedures, enabling efficient knowledge transfer among team members.
- Maintained high availability with thorough backup and disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution.
- Delivered responsive support for end-users by resolving issues promptly and providing clear communication throughout the process.
- Assisted in training junior administrators on various aspects of server management including troubleshooting techniques.
- Maintained network hardware and software and monitored network to support network availability to end users.
- Implemented network security measures to minimize data loss.
- Maintained applications to keep software current with necessary software updates and upgrades.
- Installed and configured network printers and other peripheral devices.
- Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues.
- Planned and implemented upgrades to system hardware and software.
- Maintained flexible schedule and responded to after-hours and weekend emergencies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Illustration
Academy of Art University
San Francisco, CABachelor of Arts - Art
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO12.2026
Associate of Arts - Art
Front Range Community College
Fort Collins, CO12.2023
Security+ - Information Security
CompTIA
06.2011
Military Occupational Specialty - Network, Systems And Server Administration
Aviation Logistics Technical Information Systems
Athens, GA12.2009
Skills
- Network Troubleshooting
- System Administration
- Technical Support
- Customer Support
- Network systems installation
- Hardware and software monitoring
- Router Configuration
- Network Security
- Server Management
- VPN Configuration
- Network repairs and maintenance
- Data backups
- System Upgrades
- VoIP Systems
- Performance Improvements
- Disaster Recovery
- IP Addressing and Subnetting
- Network Administration
- System Security
- Software Installation
- User Management
- Hardware troubleshooting
- Database Administration
- Scripting Languages
Accomplishments
Received Navy Marine Corps Accommodation Medal for outstanding performance in service to Operation Enduring Freedom 12.2
Illustration
I used to do commissioned artwork for clients but now I work exclusively for my own interest and I am illustrating my first comic.
Timeline
Warehouse Associate
Shamrock Foods
04.2022 - 11.2022
Prep Cook
Colorado Room
05.2019 - 08.2021
Aviation Logistics Managment and Support
Department Of Defence
01.2009 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Illustration
Academy of Art University
Bachelor of Arts - Art
Colorado State University
Associate of Arts - Art
Front Range Community College
Security+ - Information Security
CompTIA
Military Occupational Specialty - Network, Systems And Server Administration
Aviation Logistics Technical Information Systems