JEFFREY WHITE
O'Fallon,MO
Summary
Experienced IT professional skilled in managing diverse IT infrastructures and leading tech projects. Proven record of promoting innovation and improving operations in various educational environments. Known for collaborative approach and dedication to operational excellence in evolving educational arenas. Proficient in network security, systems integration, and guiding teams to success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
System Administrator
Jennings School District
Jennings, Missouri, United States
06.2015 - Current
- Delivered technical training sessions for teachers and staff, enhancing their skills and knowledge related to performance optimization techniques in educational environments.
- Simplified troubleshooting processes by creating detailed documentation for system configurations, procedures, and best practices.
- Provisioned new software and hardware for use, following established security policies.
- Managed user access rights to maintain a high level of information security while ensuring appropriate levels of accessibility for authorized personnel.
- Supported the implementation of new technologies by providing technical expertise and training to colleagues as needed.
- Maintained a high level of user satisfaction by providing rapid, accurate response to inquiries and concerns regarding system performance or functionality.
- Installed important security and functionality patches to maintain optimal protections against intrusion and system reliability.
- Enabled smooth transitions during hardware and software upgrades, minimizing disruptions to class instruction.
- Collaborated with IT team to develop and implement comprehensive disaster recovery plans, ensuring minimal data loss during critical incidents.
- Worked with teachers and staff to determine areas of technology in need of improved usability.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex technical issues through in-depth analysis, facilitating uninterrupted educational operations.
- Improved security measures by conducting vulnerability assessments and applying necessary patches.
- Oversaw file system and storage upgrades while safeguarding data integrity and redundancy.
- Maintained rigorous compliance with educational standards by conducting regular security assessments and updates.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading initiatives for software and hardware upgrades that kept pace with technological advancements.
- Maintained flexible schedule and responded to after-hours and weekend emergencies and needs.
IT Consultant
White House IT consulting
01.2004 - Current
- Design and Install comprehensive computer and network Solutions
- Install, configure, and support: HP, Brocade, and Cisco switches with fiber and UTP connections in various capacities
- Enterprise level systems rollout and migration for business
- Network Cabling Installations, fiber and UTP, complete runs from wall to patch panel
- Microsoft Server Support, install support new domain structure
- Wireless network installation and configuration of Aerohive AP cluster and access controller
- Wireless network installation and configuration of Meraki AP’s and Access controller
- Implement VLANs for phone, Wireless, and cameras in various enterprise environments
- Upgrade IOS on existing cisco switches
- Camera/surveillance installation and configuration of switches
- Diagnose and correct loopback broadcast storms by correcting STP configuration
- Upgrade wiring schemes from Cat5 to Cat6 for enterprise sized environment
- Microsoft Office, Office 365, and Google Docs Deployment, Support, and training
- Network security assessment and consultation
Supervisor
Harrah's
12.2005 - 01.2008
- Supervise and train employees
- Create guest traffic reports to forecast business expectations
- Manage schedule based on forecasts
- Develop and implement marketing
- Research and enforce state regulations
Education
Associates Degree - Computer Science
St. Charles Community College
St. Peters, MO01.2010
High School Diploma -
Fort Zumwalt North High School
O'Fallon, MO01.1996
Skills
- Google Workspace
- Server Admin
- Policy development and implementation
- Technical troubleshooting
- Active directory
- Infrastructure upgrading
- Technical training and education
- IT documentation
- Technical support
- System monitoring
- System upgrades and updates
- Windows administration
- User management
- Server management
- Network troubleshooting
Languages
English
Timeline
System Administrator
Jennings School District
06.2015 - Current
Supervisor
Harrah's
12.2005 - 01.2008
IT Consultant
White House IT consulting
01.2004 - Current
Associates Degree - Computer Science
St. Charles Community College
High School Diploma -
Fort Zumwalt North High School