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Samuel Player

Fort Belvoir,Virginia

Summary

IT Professional committed to optimizing systems performance for reduced operational costs and streamlined workflows. Performs timely software installations and tests alongside routine troubleshooting to facilitate system transitions and minimize downtime. Simplifies complex topics and processes to make technical interactions less intimidating for average users.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Systems Maintainer and Integrator

US Army Reserve
02.2022 - Current

Trained to integrate, maintain, and troubleshoot complex heterogenous networks using systems across multiple operating systems (OS), Including:


  • CentOS6
  • RHEL6
  • Windows 10 Server
  • Windows 10 Client
  • CiscoiOS




Trained to design and integrate complex networks utilizing Cisco Routers and Switches using Cisco iOS:


  • Install preconfigured configuration files and verify proper functionality
  • Configure basic device settings (Secret password, hostname, motd, etc)
  • Understand Subnetting and Basic Networking principles Lay cable and connect devices according to a diagram Configure Interface IPs and Subnet Masks
  • Configure Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
  • Configure Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
  • Configure standard and extended ACLs
  • Configure Port Security and resolve access violations.


Trained to integrate and administer to Windows Active Directory Services


  • Create and configure Organizational Units (OUs)
  • Create and configure new users
  • Use Group Policy to configure and administer to a domain
  • Deploy software and scripts through Group Policy
  • Reset passwords and solve typical user issues
  • Automate and simplify basic tasks using Windows PowerShell


Trained to set up and integrate RHEL6 servers


  • Connect server to Windows Domain Services using Winbind, Samba, and Kerberos
  • Create and manage local user accounts
  • Create and share directories utilizing proper permissions
  • Create and manage primary, extended, and logical disk partitions
  • Automate and simplify basic tasks using BashScript
  • Isolate and repair misconfigurations to the server


Configure, Integrate, and Maintain Windows Workstations


  • Configure static IP/DHCP addressing
  • Join the workstation to the domain
  • Install and troubleshoot Services for NFS to allow seamless integration with Linux Servers
  • Install printer drivers/printers
  • isolate and repair misconfigurations and other bugs with the server


Configure, Integrate, and Maintain Linux Workstations

  • Configure networking settings
  • Connect server to Windows Domain Services using Winbind, Samba, and Kerberos
  • Create and manage local user accounts
  • Create directories utilizing proper permissions
  • Create and manage primary, extended, and logical disk partitions
  • Automate and simplify basic tasks using BashScript Configure automounting to directories using autofs
  • Work with and troubleshoot any issues that arise with the workstation


Troubleshoot homogenous networks


  • Isolate and repair issues found on OSI layers 1-3


Misc Skills

  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning

Assistant Teacher
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.

Team Member

Chic-fil-A
03.2022 - 05.2022
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
  • Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
  • Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
  • Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
  • Addressed and resolved customer complaints in polite and professional manner.
  • Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.


Education

High School Diploma -

Hayfield Secondary
Alexandria, VA
07.2022

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Cybersecurity Measures
  • Network Integration
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Problem Solving
  • Time Management
  • System Design
  • IT Infrastructure
  • Hardware Configuration
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Customer Support
  • Technical Analysis

Certification

CompTIA Security+

Hobbies

Enjoys writing scripts and building maps for the popular game Garry's Mod. 

Enjoys learning about programming, works with Java, C#, bashscript, and powershell.

Enjoys going to the gym and working on physical fitness.

Enjoys learning about military history and learning to be a better leader.


Timeline

Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning

Assistant Teacher
09.2022 - 05.2023

Team Member

Chic-fil-A
03.2022 - 05.2022

Systems Maintainer and Integrator

US Army Reserve
02.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Hayfield Secondary
Samuel Player