Lauren Patzer

Seasoned System Administrator with 30 years of experience in Information Technology, demonstrating a commitment to excellence through progressive roles and impactful contributions. Proven track record in managing large-scale software deployments, executing complex network buildouts, and enhancing data security measures. Recognized for consistently exceeding expectations and driving operational efficiency in diverse environments. Expertise in leveraging technology to solve challenges and optimize system performance, ensuring seamless user experiences and organizational success.

• Systems Engineer, Full Time, 40, MKS2 Technologies, Tacoma, WA, 08/01/19, 01/01/26, Analyzes security vulnerability reports for actionable items, trends and recommendations, Identifies requirements and deficiencies in hardware and software products., Assists in providing technical input to the systems engineering process., Technical support in system architecture, system design, system integration and technical management., Assists in developing and implementing installation plans., Assists in preparation and presentation of systems assurance reviews.
• Systems Administrator, Self-Employed/Consultant, Patzer Consulting Services, Tacoma, WA, 07/01/14, 07/01/19, Install/maintain servers, desktops, printer, firewalls, routers, and switches
• Desktop Technician, Full Time, 40, ProAssurance, Houston, TX, 12/01/07, 06/01/14, Provide IT customer service for 700 remote and local users in a WAN environment
• Network Administrator, Part-Time/Weekends Only, Apache Services, Inc., Pasadena, TX, 04/01/09, 12/01/13, Maintain Windows 2003/2008 LAN with 15 desktops and 20 laptops including VPN support
• Print Technician, Full Time, 40, OAO Technologies, Houston, TX, 07/01/05, 04/01/09, Monitor print, tape, and computer room activities for energy client
• MIS Operations Manager, Full Time, 40, Myron Steves, Houston, TX, 10/01/01, 11/01/04, Information Resources Strategy and Planning for a 5-person technical staff supporting a 250 user, four node geographically dispersed network featuring Windows servers, Cisco routers and switches, Provide technical expertise and change management for assigned programs and projects, Information Technology Program Management (SOW, project plan and on-site management), Functional specialist interviews to determine program needs for information systems, Daily operations management (budgeting, purchasing, and technical oversight of all MIS projects)
• Consulting Engineer, Full Time, 40, Gensym Corporation, Houston, TX, 10/01/99, 07/01/01, Technical lead for program development for telecommunications and energy industries specialized software supporting up to 10000 users, Provide custom, object-oriented code for LAN and WAN administration using G2, Java, Provide technical analysis of custom development and documentation, Project management for specialized programs
• Program Development Lead, Full Time, 40, TRW, Belleville, IL, 10/01/96, 10/01/99, Supervise programmers, manage projects to improve services and reduce costs, and manage development of a Y2K issue and documentation tracking system, Provide technical direction and advice on web design and development, system architecture, security, hardware and software requirements, and programming issues (Java, HTML and G2), Write implementation plan and additional technical documentation
• Senior Network Administrator, Full Time, 40, TRW, Houston, TX, Management of a Windows NT and HP UNIX LAN software development environment for a medical imaging and communication system with 50 local users and 150 deployed workstations, Supervise network administrators and manage NT roll-out campaign upgrading hardware, increasing PC productivity, and lowering frequency and costs of PC support, Systems administration for Windows NT servers, SQL Server 6.5, MS Exchange Server 4.0, IIS 3.0, and 50 Windows NT and Windows 95 workstations