Methodical network administrator with 16 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
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Network Administrator
Wentworth Institute Of Technology
08.2018 - Current
Established network specifications and analyzed workflow, access, information and security requirements.
Implemented corrective plans of action for network availability and latency.
Upgraded network by conferring with vendors and developed, tested, evaluated and installed enhancements.
Met financial requirements by submitting information for budgets and monitored expenses.
Troubleshot network problems and escalated problems to vendor.
Maintained network hardware and software and monitored network to support network availability to end users.
Performed day-to-day LAN and WAN administration, maintenance, and support.
Monitored system performance and responded to alerts.
Planned annual budgets to fund IT projects and control spending.
System Administrator
Wentworth Institute Of Technology
01.2014 - 07.2018
Worked with users to determine areas of technology in need of improved usability.
Installed important security and functionality patches to maintain optimal protections against intrusion and system reliability.
Provisioned new software and hardware for use, following established security policies.
Managed onboarding and offboarding of employees.
Implemented corrective plans of action for network availability and latency.
Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues.
Maintained flexible schedule and responded to after-hours and weekend emergencies.
Lab Technician
Wentworth Institute Of Technology
08.2006 - 12.2013
Monitored computer workstations used in the Computer Science Networking Lab
Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
Monitored lab procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
Oversaw items in inventory and reordered obsolete Cisco routers and switches.
Collaborated with other departments to establish cohesive laboratory safety operations.
Maintained safe, tidy and organized computer science laboratory environment for accurate test results.
Inspected computer equipment and Cisco switches equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
Education
Master of Education - Higher Education Administration
Northeastern University
Boston, MA
08.2008
Skills
DNS Lookup
Network Intelligence
Process Definition and Enhancement
Corporate Systems
Client Meetings
VMware and Oracle (VM)
Customer Satisfaction
Router Installation and Optimization
Local Area Network (LAN)
Hardware and Software Monitoring
Hardware Purchasing
Installing New Hardware
Documentation Support
System Installation and Configuration
LAN and WAN Administration
Computer Hardware Knowledge
VMware vCenter
Workstation Maintenance
Equipment Inventory Handling
Firewall Management
New System Research
Server Deployment
Switches and Routers
Computer Systems Installation
IP Addressing and Subnetting
Timeline
Senior Network Administrator
Wentworth Institute Of Technology
08.2018 - Current
System Administrator
Wentworth Institute Of Technology
01.2014 - 07.2018
Lab Technician
Wentworth Institute Of Technology
08.2006 - 12.2013
Master of Education - Higher Education Administration
Mathematics/Computer Science Adjunct Professor at Wentworth Institute of TechnologyMathematics/Computer Science Adjunct Professor at Wentworth Institute of Technology