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SASHA KRSTICH

San Diego,CA

Summary

Experienced professional seeking position as a Network Engineer/IT Manager/Project Manager

Results-oriented achiever and innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Engineering Field Services Manager/Project Manager

GigaKOM INC
07.2020 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business opportunities.
  • Established performance benchmarks for the team, motivating employees to exceed expectations consistently.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by implementing efficient service management strategies and streamlining processes.
  • Monitored service staff performance and provided feedback for improvement.
  • Hired, trained and supervised team of service staff members to meet business goals.
  • Resolved customer complaints in professional and timely manner.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to build rapport and trust.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.

Network Engineer

GigaKOM INC
02.2014 - 07.2020
  • Performed troubleshooting for HPE, Cisco, Aerohive, Ruckus, Meraki.
  • Provided network support services for devices such as hubs, bridges, routers, and other hardware.
  • Delivered end-user support by troubleshooting connectivity issues and providing guidance on proper usage of networking equipment.
  • Evaluated emerging networking technologies to identify infrastructure improvement opportunities.
  • Managed, tracked, and coordinated problem resolution and escalation processes.
  • Boosted system availability by conducting regular maintenance tasks, including firmware updates and hardware replacements.
  • Assisted with implementation and support of network monitoring tools.
  • Reduced downtime with proactive monitoring of network devices and rapid troubleshooting.
  • Maintained company servers, computers, printers, cables and other equipment.
  • Led meetings with departmental managers to review project status, propose changes and draft action plans.
  • Reviewed technical specifications from clients and vendors to confirm adequacy, accuracy and functionality.

Network Technician

GigaKOM Inc.
09.2011 - 02.2014
  • Network installations and maintenance of network equipment, switches, routers, wireless, servers, cabling
  • Lead engineer on many Fiber Optic, CAT6 and Network upgrade projects that completed before deadline and on budget
  • Many Successful Network Equipment Deployments for K12 School District
  • Engineered, built BoM's and prepared bids for E-Rate projects for School Districts
  • Resolved help desk tickets in expeditious manner
  • Ran cabling and installed data drops for new node installations.
  • Replaced failed hardware in server rack systems, swapping hard disks, power supplies and other field serviceable components.
  • Troubleshot hardware and software to determine and rectify network problems.
  • Performed system patches, service packs, hot fixes and new security configurations.

MANAGER

Maitre D' Inc.
02.1996 - 10.2015

Responsible for business operations. Vendor relations, ordering food, liquor and wine. Negotiate and booking of private events.

  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.

Education

Certificate -

Certifications
San Diego

MCSE Classes, TCP/IP, Networking and Security Classes

MIRA COSTA COLLEGE
CARDIFF BY THE SEA, CALIFORNIA
01.2002

MCSE Classes, TCP/IP and Networking

UCSD EXTENSION
LA JOLLA, CALIFORNIA
01.2000

Bachelors of Arts - Business Management

BGD HOTEL BUSINESS SCHOOL
BELGRADE, SERBIA
01.1992

Skills

  • Project and Operations Management
  • Staff Management
  • Leading Installation Crew
  • Installation and Configuration of Cabling and Network Equipment
  • Cisco Switching and Wireless
  • HP/Aruba Switching and Wireless
  • Extreme Networks Switching and Wireless
  • Ruckus Switching and Wireless
  • Cisco-Meraki Switching and Wireless
  • Firewall
  • Security Camera: Verkada, Onssi
  • Hosted VoIP
  • Singlewire Informacast Paging System
  • Servers: OS, RAID, DHCP, NPS, WSUS
  • Microsoft Office 365 suite
  • Desktop Support
  • Service delivery
  • Sales support
  • Task delegation
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Outgoing and energetic
  • Customer service management
  • Analytical thinking
  • Employee training and development
  • Workplace safety
  • Goal oriented
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Goal setting
  • Leadership development
  • Staff training and development
  • Quality control
  • Compliance enforcement
  • Performance evaluations
  • Process implementation
  • Quality assurance
  • Proficient in hardware maintenance and complex troubleshooting
  • Multiple priorities management
  • Service quality management
  • Estimating and quoting
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Maintenance planning
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Project management
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Critical thinking
  • Trustworthy and honest

Accomplishments

  • Extensive experience in project management, networking, installations and maintenance of network equipment, switches, routers, wireless, servers, cabling.
  • Hired and trained new staff as Engineering Field Services Manager.
  • Maintained all projects on schedule, on time and on budget as project lead.
  • Set and met achievable goals as Engineering Field Services Manager.
  • Lead engineer on many Fiber Optic, CAT6 and Network upgrade projects that completed before deadline and on budget.
  • Many Successful Network Equipment Deployments for K12 School District.
  • Engineered, built BoM's and prepared bids for E-Rate projects for School Districts.
  • Resolved help desk tickets in expeditious manner.

References

  • Esther Cohen, Contract Administrator, Alector LLC, Esther.C@gmail.com, 858-354-7945
  • Meyer Levin, Senior Recruiter, All Staff Technical Solutions, Mzlcpa2@gmail.com, 619-962-2867
  • Michael Kelsey, Network Engineer, Welk Resorts, m.kelsey82@gmail.com, 619-729-5419

Training

  • CISCO MERAKI CLOUD MANAGEMENT 2021
  • CAMBIUM NETWORKS 2021
  • EXTREME NETWORKS EDP 2020/2021
  • AEROHIVE WIRELESS TRAINING 2014, 2016, 2018
  • RUCKUS WIRELESS TRAINING 2014, 2018
  • CISCO MERAKI WIRELESS TRAINING 2018
  • ARUBA NETWORKING TRAINING 2018
  • CISCO SBCSIW: SBCS IMPLEMENTATION WORKSHOP 2017

Educationcertifications

  • EXTREME NETWORKS - ESS Switching 2021
  • EXTREME NETWORKS - ESS Software 2021
  • EXTREME NETWORKS - EDS IP Campus 2020
  • EXTREME NETWORKS - EDS Wireless Wing 2020
  • EXTREME NETWORKS - EDS Extreme Control 2020
  • AEROHIVE - Ad Sales Associate 2017
  • HPE - Sales Enterprise Solutions 2016
  • HPE - ATP Flex Network Solutions V3 2015
  • HPE - ATP Flex Network Solutions V2 2015
  • GOOGLE CHROME TRAINING 2014
  • HPE AIS Network Infrastructure 2011

Certification

CERTIFICATIONS
▪ EXTREME NETWORKS – ESS Switching 2021
▪ EXTREME NETWORKS – ESS Software 2021
▪ EXTREME NETWORKS – EDS IP Campus 2020
▪ EXTREME NETWORKS – EDS Wireless Wing 2020
▪ EXTREME NETWORKS – EDS Extreme Control 2020
▪ AEROHIVE - Ad Sales Associate 2017
▪ HPE - Sales Enterprise Solutions 2016
▪ HPE - ATP Flex Network Solutions V3 2015
▪ HPE - ATP Flex Network Solutions V2 2015
▪ GOOGLE CHROME TRAINING 2014
▪ HPE AIS Network Infrastructure 2011
TRAINING
▪ CISCO MERAKI CLOUD MANAGEMENT 2021
▪ CAMBIUM NETWORKS 2021
▪ EXTREME NETWORKS EDP 2020/2021
▪ AEROHIVE WIRELESS TRAINING 2014, 2016, 2018
▪ RUCKUS WIRELESS TRAINING 2014, 2018
▪ CISCO MERAKI WIRLESS TRAINING 2018
▪ ARUBA NETWORKING TRAINING 2018
▪ CISCO SBCSIW: SBCS IMPLEMENTATION WORKSHOP 2017

Languages

Croatian
Native or Bilingual
Serbian
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Electronics and Circuit Building
  • Auto and Motorcycle Restoration
  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • Food Tourism
  • Animal Care
  • Hiking
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
  • I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
  • Music
  • Wine Tasting
  • Road Trips
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Timeline

Engineering Field Services Manager/Project Manager

GigaKOM INC
07.2020 - Current

Network Engineer

GigaKOM INC
02.2014 - 07.2020

Network Technician

GigaKOM Inc.
09.2011 - 02.2014

MANAGER

Maitre D' Inc.
02.1996 - 10.2015

MCSE Classes, TCP/IP and Networking

UCSD EXTENSION

Bachelors of Arts - Business Management

BGD HOTEL BUSINESS SCHOOL

Certificate -

Certifications

MCSE Classes, TCP/IP, Networking and Security Classes

MIRA COSTA COLLEGE