Scott Ryan Joest
Corona,CA
Summary
Information Technology Consultant with 20+ years’ experience. Personable and technically adept with solid understanding of network infrastructure and troubleshooting.
Well-versed in networking protocols and hardware, proficient in configuring and maintaining network equipment and resolving connectivity issues.
Adept at diagnosing and resolving technical issues, while ensuring seamless system performance. Known for effective collaboration and results-driven approach, with expertise in hardware repairs and software installations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner and Lead Technician
Downtown Computer Solutions
05.2006 - Current
- Company Overview: Provides IT Solutions and PC Repair for home users and small to midsized businesses
- Installed complete SBS2003, networking, and wireless solutions for local small businesses
- Installed and upgraded digital photo kiosks for local retail businesses
- Provided various Fullerton small businesses with on-call break/fix service contracts
- Coordinated POS Upgrades and Installations for various retail stores and outlets
- Managed Various Office Moves and Installations of Networked Equipment
- Supported Numerous Local Individuals with PC/Mac Maintenance
Network Field Technician
South Coast Computers
07.2005 - 05.2006
- Company Overview: Provided IT administration for multiple small to midsized companies through remote and on-site access
- Coordinated and administered multiple server installations and upgrades for Microsoft’s2003 Server products
- Installed and maintained multi-company security through Sonicwall and McAfee hardware and software
- Successfully cleaned, quarantined, and recovered new client networks from virus outbreaks
- Coordinated and installed office and intra-office network and backbone cabling
IT Manager
Cosmotronic Corporation
10.2004 - 07.2005
- Company Overview: Coordinated, installed, and maintained all company network and voice communication aspects for a Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer
- Authored and established company wide network security usage policy that up to that point was nonexistent
- Created data analysis reports using Crystal Reports and setup company-wide reporting tools through Crystal Enterprise
- Successfully restructured IT infrastructure establishing new tools such as a functioning ISA server and redundant dual wan routers
IT Administrator
Pacific West Association of Realtors
05.2002 - 08.2004
- Company Overview: Coordinated, installed, and maintained all company network and voice communication aspects for a twenty thousand member Realtor Association
- Established new technical infrastructures, including Cisco Pix Firewall configuration, Voice Over IP systems, Hardware/Software applications upgrades, Centralized Networking Fax capabilities, and Wireless Network access
- Successfully migrated network O/S structure from a Windows NT environment to a combined Windows Server2000/2003 organization
Education
A.S. - English and Computer Science
Fullerton College
Fullerton, CAA+/Network+/MCSE Training
Chapman University
Orange/Irvine, CAH.S. - College Prep
Katella High School
Anaheim, CA01.1992
Skills
- Server O/S - Windows NT through 2022
- Workstation O/S - All Windows and OSX
- Network troubleshooting
- System administration
- Network configuration
- Equipment installation
- Hardware maintenance
- Network security
- LAN and WAN technologies
- Remote support
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Network support
Timeline
Owner and Lead Technician
Downtown Computer Solutions
05.2006 - Current
Network Field Technician
South Coast Computers
07.2005 - 05.2006
IT Manager
Cosmotronic Corporation
10.2004 - 07.2005
IT Administrator
Pacific West Association of Realtors
05.2002 - 08.2004
A+/Network+/MCSE Training
Chapman University
H.S. - College Prep
Katella High School
A.S. - English and Computer Science
Fullerton College
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