Seasoned IT professional with extensive experience in network administration and desktop support, notably at American Express/Hewlett Packard. Demonstrated expertise in LAN/WAN troubleshooting, Active Directory, and enhancing network security. Skilled in fostering client relationships and adept at PC assembly and repair. Proven track record of improving system efficiency and reliability.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Technician
Starwrite Creative LLC
Ann Arbor, MI
05.2013 - Current
Upgrade, install, and configure PC and laptop hardware/software for clients.
Maintain inventory of PC and laptop peripherals to optimize resource allocation.
Provide online sales support for IT equipment, peripherals, software, and parts.
Work with multiple operating systems, including Windows 7, 10, 11, and Mac iOS.
IT Network Administrator/Repair and Imaging
Ternes Packaging
Redford, USA
12.2012 - 01.2013
Manage local area communications network (LAN) or wide area network (WAN) for my organization
Responsibilities include network security using Active Directory, installing new hardware and applications via VMware, monitoring software upgrades including Windows 7 installation, daily activity, enforcing licensing agreements, developing storage management
Virus checks and cleaning of system viruses, via Mcafee software
Prep Pano systems for deployment installation
Cisco server networking install and LAN line drops
Set-up/manage NT based web servers
Desktop Support Specialist
American Express/Hewlett Packard
MI, USA
07.2007 - 04.2011
Responsible for day to day duties of PC Support, troubleshooting & break/fix of hardware, software and network connectivity issues
Cross between Helpdesk Phone Support and Desktop Tech Support
Video/audio conferencing troubleshooting and support for Polycom, Plantronics and Avaya hardware
Windows 7/XP Support & technical troubleshooting including imaging and use of remote control tools
Assembly or installation of parts, testing and operational checks, and interconnection of computer hardware systems and peripheral equipment using latest IBM and Dell workstations and laptops
Senior Lead documenting processes and procedures to accomplish task objectives including un-boxing and preparing new equipment via PC's, laptops, servers, routers for Amex and HP clients
Managed virtual workstations hosted by Hyper-V
Managed group, computer, ADS/user policies in Microsoft Active Directory
Education
International Business - International Business
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI
01.2016
Computer Science - Computer Science
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI
01.2010
Skills
Windows 98
Windows NT
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows 7
OS/2
Mac OSX
Novell Netware
LAN/WAN troubleshooting
TCP/IP
Ethernet
Web services
VPN
Citrix
Various protocols
Avaya VOIP Technology
MS Office
Visio
Project
Power builder
Lotus Notes 5
Lotus Notes 6
Lotus Domino
Outlook Express
Oracle
Active Directory
Tivoli
Internet proficient
Websphere
Winrunner
Internet Server
CTRIX
Peoplesoft
Altiris
Unix VT emulation
Visual Studio
SQL
PC assembly and repair
Processors
IBM Midrange
CISCO systems
Nortel telephony systems
WorldCom telephony systems
Meridian
Peripherals
Avaya TN Cards
Avaya servers
Blackberry
IPhone
Certification
Mainframe Operations and Development Certified (EDS)