James Bennett
Brandon,MS
Summary
Seasoned System Administrator with 25 years background in Information Technology. Progressive experience marked by continuous contributions above and beyond requirements. Career achievements in large-scale software deployments, network buildouts and data security.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Systems Administrator
Mississippi State Deprtment Of Health
Jackson, MS
07.1998 - 09.2022
- Created patches and solutions to fix bugs in existing applications.
- Provided comprehensive training to internal and off-site users to optimize systems maintenance and resolve recurring issues.
- Maintained current software licenses for computers and mobile devices.
- Attended meetings to deliver status reports to key stakeholders.
- Performed software installations and upgrades to UNIX or Windows operating systems.
- Configured and tested Windows Server operating systems with roles features.
- Oversaw IT activities to laptops, tablets and PDAs for corporate users.
- Delivered Tier 2 and Tier 3 support for problem identification, diagnosis and issue resolution.
- Integrated and updated software products to boost system compatibility.
- Detailed upcoming software upgrades and system sprints to team members.
- Spearheaded inventory control measures to replenish and maintain IT equipment.
- Supported day-to-day operations, monitoring and resolving client/server and storage issues.
- Mentored employees and offered constructive feedback for performance improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Belhaven University
Jackson, MS05.2000
Associate of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS12.1994
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Technology
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS05.1994
Skills
- Learning Strategies
- Program Installations
- Hardware Installation
- Virus Protection
- System Upgrades
- End-User Training
- System Administration
- User Support
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Workstation Maintenance
- CompTIA A Certification
- CompTIA Network Certification
Military Experience
Nov 2003 to May 2017 C-17 Loadmaster Mississippi Air National Guard Flowood, MS.
Jul 1989 to Nov 2003 C-141 Flight Engineer Mississippi Air National Guard Flowood, MS.
Jan 1987 to Jul 1989 A-10 Crew Chief US Air Force England AFB, Alexandria LA.
PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION
2004 C-17 Aircraft Loadmaster School, Altus AFB, Okla.
2003 Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Academy
1994 Non-Commissioned Officer Academy
1994 Associates Degree in Applied Sciences, Flight Engineering, Maxwell AFB, ALA.
1990 Non-Commissioned Officer Preparatory School
1990 C-141 Flight Engineer School, Altus AFB, Okla.
1987 A-10 Aircraft Maintenance School, England AFB, LA.
1986 Fighter Aircraft Crew Chief School, Shepard AFB, TX.
Certification
OSHA Certified:
10-hour General Industry Safety and Health
Cert# 26-707394720
30-hour General Industry Safety and Health
Cert# 26-907392428
Timeline
Senior Systems Administrator
Mississippi State Deprtment Of Health
07.1998 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Belhaven University
Associate of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Hinds Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Technology
Hinds Community College
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