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JOSEPH BROWN

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

IT professional with extensive experience at Accenture, specializing in server administration and virtualization technologies. Demonstrated success in enhancing system performance and security through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Proficient in Nutanix, VMware and Active Directory, focused on delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Business Architecture Senior Analyst

Accenture
Plano, Texas
03.2025 - Current
  • Documented findings and insights for analysis and future reference.
  • Collaborated with IT teams to implement advanced tools and technologies.
  • Assessed programs to identify risks, facilitating timely responses.
  • Drafted comprehensive documents outlining processes and best practices.
  • Engaged in training sessions to improve methodological skills.
  • Communicated with stakeholders to monitor industry trends effectively.
  • Identified customer needs promptly, ensuring efficient service delivery.
  • Administered server environments to maintain optimal performance and security.
  • Deployed virtualization technologies such as Nutanix, VMware ESX, ESXi, vSphere or Hyper-V for server consolidation projects.

Senior System Administrator

Defense Contractor
Plano, Texas
10.2019 - 03.2025
  • Administered server environments ensuring optimal performance and security.
  • Configured and maintained network systems for seamless connectivity and reliability.
  • Implemented backup solutions to safeguard critical data across all platforms.
  • Monitored system performance, identifying issues for timely resolution.
  • Documented system configurations and processes for compliance and training purposes.
  • Provided technical support to users, resolving hardware and software issues promptly.
  • Provided technical support to end users for all hardware and software related issues.
  • Diagnosed network problems using advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools.
  • Collaborated with other team members to develop new system architectures to meet changing business requirements.
  • Configured user accounts, permissions and access rights in accordance with company guidelines.
  • Maintained and administered various system software including Windows Server, Exchange, SQL Server.
  • Performed server hardware installations, maintenance, upgrades and repairs as needed.
  • Provided effective resolutions to issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
  • Increased system security and performance with proactive changes.
  • Assessed latest innovations to recommend and adopt cost-effective, useful solutions.
  • Deployed virtualization technologies such as Nutanix, VMware ESX, ESXi, vSphere or Hyper-V for server consolidation projects.
  • Kept flexible schedule and resolved after-hours and weekend emergencies quickly and accurately.

System Administrator

AWTECHS
Dallas, Texas
09.2008 - 10.2019
  • Resolved user and network issues promptly to ensure operational continuity.
    Maintained high availability of Microsoft Network services, including Email and SQL Servers.
    Installed and configured Cisco networking equipment, including routers and switches.
    Administered Windows Server systems and provided support for VMware and Linux environments.
    Designed and supported Active Directory across multiple environments for enhanced security.
    Implemented and maintained Windows networking infrastructure, including DNS and DHCP.
    Executed regular system backups, restores, and disaster recovery planning.
    Provided end-user support for Windows, Mac OSX, and network connectivity issues.

System Administrator

Energy Transfer Partners L.P
Dallas, Texas
04.2012 - 12.2013
  • Administered and supported network and application infrastructure, focusing on Cisco and HP systems.
    Maintained uptime for client applications according to established service and operating level agreements.
    Monitored and troubleshot Exchange server alongside associated email transport technologies.
    Configured Juniper WAN Accelerator and firewall, enhancing security in branch offices.
    Coached team members while conducting comprehensive systems reviews for procedural adherence.
    Managed backups using VERITAS Backup Exec to ensure data integrity.

Desktop Support Engineer

MedAssets
Dallas, Texas
03.2011 - 04.2012

Executed installation and configuration of ESX server environments.
Migrated physical servers to virtual using hot and cold cloning technology in VMware.
Created clusters and configured High Availability (HA) and Distributed Resource Scheduler (DRS).
Developed templates for deploying virtual servers, enhancing efficiency.
Established backup policies and configured alerts for backup processes.
Managed VMotion virtual switch configurations and VLAN setups in Virtual Center.
Allocated SAN space for ESXi hosts, scanning and configuring LUNs effectively.
Performed troubleshooting on ESX host issues, VMware update manager, and disaster recovery processes.

Education

CIS - Computer Information Systems, Key Boarding

Calumet College
IN
02.1996

Skills

  • Cisco Standard and Wireless network hardware
  • IBM VPLEX VNX
  • Laptops
  • Desktops
  • Servers
  • Routers
  • Switches
  • Hubs
  • Laser Printers
  • VMware technologies
  • VCenter Server
  • ESXi
  • ESX
  • Distributed Resource Scheduler (DRS)
  • VMotion
  • High Availability (HA)
  • Distributed Power Management (DPM)
  • Fault Tolerance (FT)
  • PowerCLI
  • Virtual networking
  • VMware Update Manager (VUM)
  • Physical to virtual migrations
  • Storage DRS
  • Storage vMotion
  • VCenter Orchestrator
  • VMware Workstation
  • ISCSI
  • CIFS
  • NFS
  • EMC Celerra NS20
  • EMC AVAMAR
  • VMware Data Protection
  • Windows Server
  • Active Directory
  • Microsoft Exchange
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • LAN
  • WAN
  • Fiber connectivity
  • Brocade
  • HP
  • Ethernet
  • TCP/IP
  • Switch Configuration
  • Routing
  • DHCP
  • SMTP
  • HTTP/HTTPS
  • VPN
  • NDMP
  • SNMP
  • SSH
  • FTP
  • DNS
  • EMC
  • NetApp
  • PC Imaging
  • AS400
  • PIX Firewalls
  • Microsoft Office
  • Lotus Notes
  • Visio
  • Norton AV
  • DSDA
  • Terminal emulation software
  • Linux Operating Systems

Certification

  • CompTIA A+ Certified, 07/13/04
  • CompTIA Network + Certified, 06/23/04
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), 12/20/04

Timeline

Business Architecture Senior Analyst

Accenture
03.2025 - Current

Senior System Administrator

Defense Contractor
10.2019 - 03.2025

System Administrator

Energy Transfer Partners L.P
04.2012 - 12.2013

Desktop Support Engineer

MedAssets
03.2011 - 04.2012

System Administrator

AWTECHS
09.2008 - 10.2019

CIS - Computer Information Systems, Key Boarding

Calumet College
JOSEPH BROWN