Robert A. Hulse
Eastern Virginia Medical School
Virginia Beach Beach,VA
1
Certification
35
years of professional experience
Seasoned Information Technology professional with over 35 years of system administration on Windows and Unix platforms. Managed LAN equipment and utilized network management applications, including Microsoft Systems Management Server. Developed and maintained relational databases with Microsoft SQL Server, Sybase, and Oracle. Executed system integration, planning, and custom application development.
Work History
System/Database/Application Server Administrator
21 Years 3 Months- Installed and configured database servers for development and production environments for multiple systems. Identity management using ldap and OID.
- Responsible for identifying database performance problems & implementing solutions
- Upgraded forms and reports to web based 10g
- Manage and perform all database maintenance tasks including backups, dumps, and updates
- Identified database performance problems and implemented solutions.
- Developed DB installation, data migration, and maintenance tools.
- Defined and enforced database standards, policies, guidelines, and documentation.
- Implemented database maintenance, backup, and recovery plans.
- Upgraded forms and reports to web base 10g
- Assist in defining requirements and test cases for database components
- Support internal developers and 3rd party database applications( i.e. sql Server and Postgres and virtual foxpro.
Oracle 9iAS and 10g System administrator
1 Month- Maintained 5 Oracle servers for USCG Tech Manuals, utilizing XML and Oracle Application server 9iAS and 10g to ensure system reliability.
- Created and deleted all users on the system.
- Identified critical compatibility issue between Windows 2000 and Oracle 9i
- Applied necessary patches to prevent server reboots every 48 hours, enhancing system uptime.
- Responsible for the creation and deletion of all users on the system.
Computer Systems Analyst II
4 Years 6 Months- Senior Computer Systems Analyst responsible for System Administration and Database Management for Optimized NTCSSII and ATLASS II +.
- Microsoft technologies such as Microsoft Clustering Services, Internet Information Services (IIS), Windows 2000 Advanced Server, Windows 2000 Data Server, Window 2000/XP workstations, Outlook, Front Page, Exchange, and Office
- Hardware technologies, including DELL and COMPAQ LAN Servers
- Provided end-user support for installation and maintenance of hardware and software issues.
- CCIMCS technologies such as Active Server Pages (ASPs), COM+, Crystal Reports, Database Replication Services, HTML, and VBScript
- LAN/WAN Enterprise technologies include STAT Scanner, Norton Ghost, VB scripting, Microsoft Software Update Services (SUS), Flow Form, TCP/IP, Tivoli and MS SNMP
- Maintained the network infrastructure for the ATLASS corporate support network and the NTCSS software development and testing laboratory.
- Supported developers and testers working on the ATLASS II + contract. Maintained 80+ Microsoft NT network and UNIX production systems, along with the network infrastructure.
- Performing Pre /Post Installation procedure and checks – Host management, Storage, Database Management, Serial port management, User, Group Management, Printer Management, Security management, Changing run levels.
- Managing and Monitoring File system, Configuring and troubleshooting NFS environment.
- Managed network clients and devices to ensure optimal performance.
- Administered software packages, managed patches, and handled backup and recovery processes, along with Sybase database administration and performance tuning.
- Audited users and group accounts by deploying security policies and profiles.
- Managing and optimizing windows NT directory Services. Networking using TCP/IP – Backup and restoration of data.
- Creating single/multiple domains and Directory replication and coexistence
- Conduct LAN administration/troubleshooting and monitor VPN connectivity to remote sites. Setup and troubleshot network smart switches and all Cat 5 connections needed for client to server connectivity.
- Maintain RAS and SMS servers in NT domain.
- Setup and installed DHCP and WINS servers with appropriate IP scope to ensure connectivity at 5 major Marine schools all at Army bases using their own VPN’s.
- Collaborated with customer technical staff to resolve software issues, providing evaluations and recommendations for application enhancements.
- Upgraded and diagnosed failed components of Intel based servers, desktop/laptop computers and printer systems. Performed user administration for over 2000 users.
- Scripted or modified existing procedures and/or applications so that they could be executed at any time and by anyone.
Computer Systems Analyst I
10 Months- Responsible for teaching SYBASE Relational Database Management System (RDMS), Optimized NTCSS Software, and Windows NT Client/Server architecture.
- Developed training curriculum for fielding of new software application.
- Executed stored procedures and scripts, managing database loads and dumps to ensure data integrity.
- Planned, developed, and implemented client/server computer systems, and installed and maintained UNIX computer systems including Automated Information Technology (AIT) Radio Frequency (RF) Access Points.
- Executed installation of HP-UX 10.2 and 11.0 operating systems on servers.
- Performed server upgrade for servers from HP D370 and J2240 servers too HP 9000 A500 servers to include database migration
- Performed remote security updates on clients and servers.
- Trained Help Desk personnel on effective resolution of customer complaints, enhancing support service quality.
- Performed disaster recovery for HP-UNIX and NT4.0 Server operating systems and Sybase database, restoring functionality after hardware failure.
- Established domain security procedures in compliance with DOD security policies.
- Monitored Sybase replication for 65 servers including remote locations.
- Maintained 3 server test suites including database backups, troubleshooting, hardware/software repair, and disaster recovery.
- Developed application test plans.
- Using software test plans; evaluate application software for adherence to design documents.
10 Months
- Upgraded All CPU’s to Windows 95
- Maintained all repair parts for all equipment.
- Established security program for all Desktops
- August 1994- October 1998
- Novell administrator
- Administered a Novell 3.0 486 server for Shipboard LAN system 50 users.
- Regenerated server after system crash installed 2 new hard drives and new NIC card.
- Configured and setup 9 NT Workstations to be compatible with current software on fileserver.
- Facilitated all Training on MICRO SNAP software
- Maintained FOXPRO 2.6 Database files, repairing as necessary.
- Retired from Navy 20 years
Windows NT Administrator (All windows platforms)
4 Years 2 Months- Upgraded Novell server to Pentium server, enhancing system performance and reliability.
- Integrated new NT server into existing LAN, improving network capacity with 1 NT server and 1 Novell server.
- Diagnosed and resolved significant network issues affecting main LAN backbone.
- Troubleshot extensive System short on main LAN backbone.
Unix Administrator
2 Years 11 Months- Installed and managed over 25 drops for NAS Norfolk’s Billeting
Skills
Oracle technologies
RDBMS: SQL Server 6.5/7.0/2000 Oracle 8 and 8i
Sybase
Modern Operating Systems Oracle Unbreakable Linux
Web Servers: IIS and Apache
Directory Services: Microsoft Active Directory
Novell Directory Services
Messaging Systems: MS-Exchange 5.5
2000
2003
Network Protocols Management
Cisco Networking Solutions
Network troubleshooting
Hardware: Dell
Compaq
HP
Cisco
IBM
Advanced Application Services
Project management
Vendor relationship management
IT Change Strategies
Continuous improvement
Analytical problem solving
Load balancing
Certification
- SY0-101: Security+
- MCP 070-290: Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment
- MCP 070-270: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional
- MCP 070-291: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
- MCP NT 4.0 Workstation Certification
- MCSA Windows Server 2003
- Oracle Application Server 10g R2 Administration1- Oracle university
- Oracle Application Server 10g R2 Administration2- Oracle university
- Oracle Application Server 10g R2 Enterprise Identity Management- Oracle university
- Microsoft Windows 2000-Core Technologies: Network Fundamentals (CBT)
- Microsoft Windows 2000-Installation and Administration: Users (CBT)
- Microsoft Windows 2000-Network Protocols and Remote Access (CBT)
- Microsoft Windows 2000-Installation and Admin: Hardware Configuration and Optimization (CBT)
- Microsoft Windows 2000-Installation and Administration: Files and Folders (CBT)
- Microsoft Windows 2000-Installation and Administration: Administration (CBT)
- Microsoft Windows 2000-Installation and Administration: Installation (CBT)
- Internet & Intranet Skills, Basic Concepts (CBT)
- Internet & Intranet Skills, Web Site Administration (CBT)
- Internet & Intranet Skills, Designing Interactive Web Applications (CBT)
- CMM Level 3 Training (CACI In-house Classroom)
Timeline
System/Database/Application Server Administrator
Eastern Virginia Medical School
05.2005 - 08.2026Read More
Oracle 9iAS and 10g System administrator
RS Information Technology (Contractor for United States Coast Guard)
03.2005 - 04.2005Read More
Computer Systems Analyst II
Space and Naval Systems Center Chesapeake, VA
07.2000 - 01.2005Read More
Computer Systems Analyst I
Space and Naval Systems Center Chesapeake, VA
09.1999 - 07.2000Read More
ADP coordinator all ADP equipment NAS Galley
11.1998 - 09.1999Read More
Windows NT Administrator (All windows platforms)
USS Grapple
08.1994 - 10.1998Read More
Unix Administrator
NAS Norfolk Supply Department
08.1991 - 07.1994Read More