Robert Neese
Yukon,Ok
Summary
Seasoned IT Specialist with 41 years of experience in various roles within the Federal Government, including IT Director and system administration for both Windows and UNIX platforms. Strong background in SAN/NAS storage and Information Systems Security, complemented by three years of remote work experience. International work history contributes to a diverse skill set and global perspective. Actively pursuing positions that offer new challenges and opportunities for growth.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT SPECIALISTS
USAF
Tinker AFB, USA
08.2006 - 09.2025
- Install, configure and maintain Dell/EMC storage and Brocade Fiber Fabric Networks.
- Experience in operational management and administration of Dell.EMC Clarion, VNX and Unity series storage arrays.
- Managed configuration and provisioning of both NAS CIFS/NFS file systems along with SAN Block storage using EMC Unisphere tools.
- Configured tiered storage pools, created LUNs and allocation storage as needed.
- Maintained failover systems that replication and data recovery in case of emergency.
- Assisted vendor in hardware troubleshooting, along with initial install and setup of storage arrays.
- Managed storage associated fiber array of Brocade Fiber Switches.
- Ran fiber cable and administered zoning for Brocade Fiber network.
- Ensured all Storage and Fiber Network equipment met Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGS).
- Conducted random monthly STIG assessments to attached Windows hosts.
- Served as Information Technology Account Manager for all division IT assess, maintaining warranty info, assisting management in tech refresh preparations, ensure proper disposal of all IT assets at End of Life.
IT DIRECTOR
USN SUPPORT FACILITY
Naples, Italy
11.2003 - 08.2006
- Served as IT Directory for USN Personnel Support Activity Europe, which consisted of 10+ detachments spread throughout Europe.
- Oversaw IT activities at each detachment. IT environment consisted of Windows Server(s), Windows Desktops and various applications to support military pay, personnel and travel functions.
- Conducted yearly Quality Assurance visits at each detachment to ensure operation and security guidelines were maintained.
SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
USN
Tinker AFB, USA
10.2002 - 11.2003
- Serviced as onsite administrator for support of military pay, personnel and travel support functions.
- Operated and maintained IT environment that consisted of Windows servers and Desktops.
- Maintained windows network and associated switches, routers and various network hardware.
- Ensured connectivity to various military commands to ensure timely submittal and processing of military pay, personal and transportation documents.
IT DIRECTOR
USN SUPPORT FACILITY
Yokosuka, Japan
11.1999 - 10.2002
- Served as IT Directory for USN Personnel Support Activity Far East, which consisted of 10+ detachments spread throughout far east Asia.
- Oversaw IT activities at each detachment. IT environment consisted of Windows Server(s), Windows Desktops and various applications to support military pay, personnel and travel functions.
- Maintained HP Unix system for USN Pay and Personnel Source Data System.
- Conducted yearly Quality Assurance visits at each detachment to ensure operation and security guidelines were maintained.
Education
BA - MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
UNIVERSITY OF CENRAL OK
EDMOND, OK05.1999
Skills
- Attention to detail
- IT proficiency
- Desktop and server hardware
- Network and storage hardware
- Backup solutions
- SAN/NAS design
- Storage management
- Fiber network configuration
- Zoning strategies
- IT security compliance
- Proactive security measures
- STIG compliance
- IT asset management
- Information security
- Disaster recovery planning
- Troubleshooting expertise
- Vendor collaboration
- Technical support services
Certification
- Dell EMC Information Storage Associate (EMCISA)
- Security +
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
IT SPECIALISTS
USAF
08.2006 - 09.2025
IT DIRECTOR
USN SUPPORT FACILITY
11.2003 - 08.2006
SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
USN
10.2002 - 11.2003
IT DIRECTOR
USN SUPPORT FACILITY
11.1999 - 10.2002
BA - MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
UNIVERSITY OF CENRAL OK