IT Manager/Citrix Engineer/Senior Platform Engineer
02.2017 - 09.2024
Job overview
Migrated on-premises infrastructure to Citrix DaaS Cloud to include AWS and Azure Desktop setups
Manage all things Citrix; An advocate for Citrix best practices and considered owner of the service
Designed solutions and provide feedback on systems design documentation
Manage and maintain relationships with vendors to ensure platform uptime and system stability
Formulate teams to handle specific implementations and challenges
Build solid relationships with first, second and third level support with OJT regarding Citrix specific products and functions
Design monitoring rules focused on Citrix environments, with Citrix Cloud Monitoring and ControlUp
Integrated Chocolatey and FSlogix design and configuration tailored to meet the user’s needs
Agio
Morrisville, NC
Citrix Engineer/Team Manager
02.2017 - 06.2018
Job overview
Support various hedge fund client’s Citrix environments including, but not limited to, NetScaler 10.5-12 (VPX, MPX8005, 5000, 10,500 and SDX), XenApp 6.5-7.15, XenDesktop 4.5-7.15 (non-Persistent and persistent), StoreFront, and PVS
Propose designs for prospective clients and provide feedback on systems design documentation
Design monitoring rules focused on Citrix environments, using Logic Monitor and ControlUp
Fidelity Investments
Cary, NC
Senior Citrix Engineer
11.2015 - 02.2017
Job overview
Heavily involved in XenApp and XenDesktop architecture, engineering and operational needs of the program
Maintain operational readiness, test software as it relates to the virtual workspace, create standards, engineer new solutions, enable and support the end-user as well as all around support for the entire program, while working with geographically dispersed users and support staff
Upgrade environment from 4.0 and 5.0 respectively to version XenDesktop 7.6
Dedicated to giving users a very functional and process-oriented user experience
Lastly, the VMware Horizon View administrator for the NC Ferry Division
Present and package multiple applications that were agency developed and others like SAP and ESRI products
Lead projects for cross platform solutions
Solving technical problems on the fly for customers
System documentation, installation, research, troubleshooting, and work with vendors to deliver exceptional products
(Windows XP, 7, 8.1 2008R2, 2012R2)
NC Department of Transportation
Raleigh, NC
IT Manager
01.2008 - 11.2011
Job overview
Managed a team of highly qualified Windows and Linux Systems Engineers
Streamlined and controlled a 2.3 million dollar budget regarding IT infrastructure needs
Enhancing all the business functions for clients by visiting their sites and analyzing work processes
Hire, mentor, and develop staff to meet organizational goals, Managed daily decisions with respect to project goals and job task prioritization
Appraised staff quarterly on job performance
Prioritize works needs with staffing requirements
Vendor contracts and relationships organized and used to benefit the business needs
Datastaff Inc.
Raleigh, NC
Novell and Active Directory Admin
09.2003 - 11.2008
Job overview
Developed and followed plan to migrate from Novell NDS to Microsoft Active Directory and the upgrade from Windows 2000 to Windows XP across metro Raleigh
Project completed on time and under budget
Install and configured Windows and Linux server systems using typical hardware based solutions and VMware
Deployed, documented and maintained application servers
Backup Citrix Metaframe Administrator
Ciber Inc.
Raleigh, NC
Team Lead – Network Integrator
09.2000 - 11.2003
Job overview
Managed a team of 4 integrators and delivered exceptional service to 100 client sites across the state of NC
Gained valuable knowledge as an integrator with DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, Ethernet, Token Ring and Cisco switching and routing
US Air Force
Honolulu, HI
Imagery Interpreter
10.1988 - 10.1995
Timeline
IT Manager/Citrix Engineer/Senior Platform Engineer