Mark Gryniewski
ORRVILLE,OH
Summary
Accomplished IT Director with expertise in network security management and problem-solving, previously at Goodwill Industries. Spearheaded the migration to virtualized environments, enhancing operational efficiency by 30%. Proven track record in directing IT strategies and implementing cybersecurity protocols, ensuring data integrity and protection. Recognized for attention to detail and effective leadership in cross-functional teams.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Network Administrator
Baker & Taylor Publisher Services
05.2007 - Current
- Assisted in configuring and maintaining network hardware and software systems.
- Supported troubleshooting efforts for network connectivity issues across multiple devices.
- Collaborated with IT team to document network configurations and updates.
- Monitored network performance using diagnostic tools to identify potential issues.
- Aided in the implementation of backup solutions for critical data protection.
- Engaged in routine system audits to ensure compliance with organizational standards.
- Designed secure VPN solutions, enabling remote access for employees without compromising data integrity.
- Troubleshot network problems and escalated problems to vendor.
- Spearheaded the migration of legacy systems to a virtualized environment, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Ensured data security, implementing robust backup and disaster recovery protocols for critical systems.
- Identified and immediately resolved issues with network devices.
- Assisted IT staff on troubleshooting issues and closing calls.
- Backed up company data to distributed storage centers to avoid massive data loss.
- Implemented, developed and tested installation and update of file servers, print servers and application servers.
- Maintained flexible schedule and responded to after-hours and weekend emergencies.
IT Director
Goodwill Industries of Wayne and Holmes Counties
11.1989 - 05.2007
- Directed IT strategy aligning with organizational goals and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Oversaw implementation of enterprise-level software solutions to streamline processes and improve user experience.
- Led cross-functional teams to execute technology initiatives, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Established cybersecurity protocols, reducing vulnerabilities and safeguarding sensitive data across the organization.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to optimize resource allocation and service delivery.
- Streamlined helpdesk operations by implementing standardized ticketing systems for more effective issue resolution.
- Identified computer hardware and network system issues, performing troubleshooting techniques for remediation.
- Managed life cycle replacement of hardware and software.
Education
No Degree - Business Management
Wooster Business College
Wooster, OH08-1986
No Degree - Computer Aided Accounting
Wayne County Career Center
Smithville, OH08-1985
Skills
- Routing protocols expertise
- Network access control
- Intrusion detection systems
- Network security management
- Wireless networking
- Data center management
- Local area networks
- Virtualization technologies
- VoIP systems management
- Systems installation and configuration
- Firewall configuration
- Hardware purchasing
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Network troubleshooting
- Network repairs and maintenance
- IP addressing and subnetting
- Data backups
- Technical support
- Firewall management
- Active directory
- Active Directory knowledge
- Data backup maintenance
- Computer systems installation
- Quick learner
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Software installation
- Hardware installation
- Hardware troubleshooting
Timeline
Senior Network Administrator
Baker & Taylor Publisher Services
05.2007 - Current
IT Director
Goodwill Industries of Wayne and Holmes Counties
11.1989 - 05.2007
No Degree - Business Management
Wooster Business College
No Degree - Computer Aided Accounting
Wayne County Career Center
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