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Jason W. Kirby

Jason W. Kirby

Circleville,OH

Summary

Accomplished Network Admin and Operations Center Supervisor with a proven track record at the State of Ohio MARCS public safety radio system, enhancing network performance and team productivity. Expert in network troubleshooting and fostering strong stakeholder relationships, I've significantly improved incident response times and streamlined operations. My leadership in the United States Marine Corps honed my unparalleled work ethic and team management skills.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Network Admin. /Network Operations Center Supervisor

State of Ohio MARCS / OFRC / ASD
03.2008 - Current
  • Optimized network performance with thorough analysis, troubleshooting, and resolution of complex issues.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for the Network Operations Center, streamlining processes and increasing efficiency.
  • Supported business growth objectives by continuously evaluating the network capacity needs based on usage trends and recommending expansion plans as necessary.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing technical training and support to staff members.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the network operations center team, effectively delegating tasks to ensure coverage across all shifts.
  • Reduced incident response times through efficient incident management and escalation procedures.
  • Established strong working relationships with key stakeholders across various departments, fostering collaboration and information sharing for improved decision-making in IT-related matters.
  • Continuously improved internal processes by analyzing key metrics from incident reports, taking corrective actions when appropriate.

Production Coordinator Mfg.3

Stanley Electric U.S.
04.1995 - 03.2008
  • Provided hands-on support during peak production periods, assisting teams in meeting tight deadlines.
  • Monitored and tracked progress of all production tasks for on-time delivery.
  • Coordinated communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing overall team performance and output quality.
  • Managed daily operations on the production floor, maintaining a safe and organized workspace.
  • Oversaw quality control procedures throughout the production process to ensure consistent product outputs.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for process optimization.
  • Facilitated team meetings to discuss progress and address any issues, fostering collaborative work environment.
  • Forecasted production schedules and adjusted plans to accommodate changes in demand.

Gunnery Sergeant

United States Marine Corps Reserve
07.1991 - 04.2013

Primary MOS: 1142 Electrical Equipment / Electronics Repair and later as E7 1169-Utilities Chief. Secondary MOS's: 0931- Combat Marksmanship Instructor Trainer, 0411- Maintenance Management Clerk. 03xx- Competitive Rifleman.

  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Served as Platoon Sergeant over nearly all different platoon functions within Communications Co. at various times during career.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Veteran O.I.F. 1- 2003

Education

High School Diploma -

West Muskingum High School
Zanesville, OH

Professional Development / Continuing Education

Skills

  • Network troubleshooting
  • Remote end user support
  • Problem resolution
  • IP address management
  • Team management
  • Wireless networking
  • Data center operations
  • Switch configuration
  • Routing protocols
  • Escalation procedures
  • Incident management
  • Software/ Firmware updates
  • P25 Radio programming
  • Network security
  • ITIL processes (ITL V3 cert)
  • Network monitoring

Software and Technologies

  • Network Monitoring/ Management: IMCI / IRIS, Solar Winds, Motorola UEM, Motorola Cirrus Central, Ops Manager, HP Openview
  • ITSM and Ticketing : Service Now, Remedy
  • Call center operations: Cisco Jabber, Cisco Finesse
  • Radio Programming: Motorola APX CPS, Astro25 CPS, Kenwood, Harris/Tait, EF Johnson
  • MS 365 apps, SQL DB


Timeline

Network Admin. /Network Operations Center Supervisor

State of Ohio MARCS / OFRC / ASD
03.2008 - Current

Production Coordinator Mfg.3

Stanley Electric U.S.
04.1995 - 03.2008

Gunnery Sergeant

United States Marine Corps Reserve
07.1991 - 04.2013

High School Diploma -

West Muskingum High School

Professional Development / Continuing Education
Jason W. Kirby