Skyla Stewart

As a Senior IT Analyst, I contributed to designing and implementing a new Nutanix environment while collaborating on various Systems Engineering projects to streamline processes and enhance overall efficiency.

• Identified software issues and handled troubleshooting to resolve quickly.
• Mitigated potential security risks by conducting regular audits of applications, networks, and systems infrastructure to ensure adherence to best practices in cybersecurity protection measures were met.
• Led successful system upgrades by creating detailed implementation plans and coordinating resources effectively.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions for business needs.

• As a Senior IT Systems Architect, I designed and implemented scalable, compliant systems, ensuring alignment with business and government requirements. I optimized system migrations to minimize disruptions and communicated technical concepts clearly to stakeholders.
• Additionally, I proposed solutions for system enhancements, designed disaster recovery plans, and ensured documentation was up to date for all technical processes.
• Led efforts to standardize development processes across teams, fostering a more cohesive working environment and promoting best practices adoption.
• Tested and analyzed equipment design and performance feasibility to determine potential ROI.
• Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
• Interacted and negotiated with vendors, outsourcers and contractors to secure products and services.
• Implemented and maintained technology and software budget.
• Guided organizational technology strategy and roadmaps.

• In my role, I managed critical systems including Citrix, VMware, Nutanix, O365, on-prem Exchange Server, and Cisco Unified Communications Manager. I collaborated with security platforms like Zscaler, Mimecast, and Axonius to enhance protection and efficiency. I provided security guidance, optimized processes, and designed a Nutanix environment to meet infrastructure needs.
• Handled active directory, GPOs, and Windows servers, deployed Remote Desktop Services, and served as the SME for Azure, Citrix, and O365. I also supported construction software, monitored and resolved system issues, and provided Tier 2 and Tier 3 support for problem resolution.
• Managed and Maintained our active directory, GPOs, Windows servers; as well as Windows 10 and 11
• Worked with construction and mechanical software (accubid, Autodesk, Change order pro)
• Worked on and troubleshot Cisco Unified Communications Manager, HYCU storage and VMs
• Designed, implemented, priced, and supported a Nutanix environment customized to precisely meet our infrastructure and storage needs.
• Improved system performance by identifying and resolving technical issues in a timely manner.

• In my role, I managed all systems, software, and hardware within the organization, leading the migration of key systems to Azure and overseeing ongoing maintenance. I worked closely with vendors on procurement and contracts, trained a new systems administrator, and created successful business proposals, including a $1.7 million Azure Cloud services proposal.
• I built, managed, and maintained SharePoint from the ground up, along with the O365/Azure environment and Zendesk. I also managed active directory, GPOs, Windows servers, and provided security oversight for O365 and Azure. Additionally, I managed VMware environments, advised the helpdesk, and delivered Tier 2 and Tier 3 support. I planned and implemented system upgrades, mentored staff, contributed to disaster recovery plans, and ensured system availability through contingency planning.
• Managed and Maintained our active directory, GPOs, Windows servers; as well as Windows 10 and 11
• Migrated numerous legacy systems to newer technologies, reducing costs and enhancing efficiency of computing tasks.
• Mentored employees and offered constructive feedback for performance improvement.
• Created multi-site system architecture plans to reduce redundancy across entire organization.
• Analyzed complex project server issues and worked on large enterprise and business-critical applications.

• In my role, I led training on ransomware, phishing, data integrity, and PCI compliance while providing ongoing support for a 15,000-member database. I upgraded and maintained all technology assets, managed procurement, and oversaw the IT budget. I facilitated endpoint and infrastructure upgrades, reducing Active Directory endpoints from 150 to 46 and users from 300+ to 50, enhancing network efficiency and security.
• I developed IT policies, managed service level agreements, and optimized applications. I maintained Active Directory, Windows servers, and VMware environments, conducted audits, managed budgets, and implemented network improvements. I also analyzed and resolved hardware, network, and security issues.
• Managed and Maintained our active directory, GPOs, Windows servers; as well as Windows 10 and 11
• Enhanced IT infrastructure by implementing strategic technology upgrades and streamlining system processes.
• Developed, tracked & controlled information technology operating budgets and cost and benefit analyses for IT spending initiatives.
• Reviewed and assessed architecture design, implementation, testing & deployment needs to identify project requirements and costs.
• Implemented cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive company data and maintain compliance with industry standards.