Hi, I’m
Vincent Torres
Retired
Newton,KS
Summary
Secure a position in IT industry that enables utilization of my skills and qualities to achieve excellence in my chosen technical domain, endeavor to show improved results for the prospective employer and meet new challenges through dedicated perseverance and continual learning.
Results-driven technology professional. Extensive experience in managing and optimizing enterprise-level infrastructure systems. Known for collaborative teamwork and delivering consistent results. Expertise in cloud architecture, network design, and system optimization.
Overview
4
Certifications
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
DIRECTORY.COM, INC
Infrastructure Architect (Network Engineer, NET Developer, DBA, Department Planning)
12.2004 - Current
Job overview
- Designed, implemented and managed all aspects of a 13 server, 45 client network.
- Primary IT support for 40+ employees including several off-site Account Executives and 10 Developers.
- Designed and implemented a highly available and secure network infrastructure for successful.com.
- Created and executed a comprehensive Disaster Recovery Plan, including policy development, employee awareness, backup management and periodic auditing/fire drills.
- Actively managed Email Service Provider relations by ensuring industry best practices are followed to guarantee optimal domain deliverability - this includes periodic requirements review, setting up and maintaining feedback loops, managing bounces and actively maintaining company email distribution lists.
- Provided routine and complex data mining services for employees and management.
- Responsible for preparing and submitting the IT department's annual budget to company principals.
- Assisted developers in software and database design, security and optimization.
AutoZone
Delivery Driver
2025 - 2026 (1 education.year_Label)
Software Engineer, DBA
05.2004 - 12.2004
Job overview
- Gathered requirements, designed, developed and thoroughly tested software for internal users and for deployment to external clients.
- Worked closely with clients and partners to design software to interface our businesses with one another.
- Traveled to client sites for installation and implementation of software solutions.
- Programmed Web applications.
- Created role based security and encryption package for all Company developed Web applications.
- Created software to de-dupe database of over 1,000,000 physician panel members.
- Maintained existing and legacy software written by current and past employees.
- Employed Object Oriented design practices to create efficient, modular and reusable software.
HBM – PRINTING DIVISION
Pre-Professional Programmer
05.2003 - 08.2004
Job overview
- Developed, tested and documented data transfer module for print verification system using C/C++.
- Tested and Tuned TCP/IP for optimum throughput.
- Participated in and taught weekly classes in Perl.
CONNECTING POINT TECHNOLOGY CENTER
Field Technician
06.2002 - 05.2003
Job overview
- Networking, troubleshooting, repair and technical support.
- Implemented and supported network solutions for small businesses.
Education
FORT LAUDERDALE UNIVERSITYARLINGTON, VA
Bachelor of Science from Computer Science, Chemistry
05-2004
Skills
Programming Languages: C/C, C#, ADONET, SQL, HTML, JavaScript Somewhat rusty knowledge of Visual Basic, PERL and Java
Operating Systems and Software
Other: SSL Certificates, FTP, DNS, Reverse DNS, DHCP, Network Load Balancing, VPN, Database Mirroring, and many others
Storage solutions
Load balancing techniques
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Reliability
Organizational skills
Team collaboration
Effective communication
Verbal and written communication
Decision-making
Relationship building
Team building
Task prioritization
Self motivation
Interpersonal skills
Adaptability
Team Training
Incident response
Certification
2001 ComputerABA A+ certification for computer support technicians.
Timeline
Infrastructure Architect (Network Engineer, NET Developer, DBA, Department Planning)
DIRECTORY.COM, INC
12.2004 - Current
Software Engineer, DBA
05.2004 - 12.2004
Pre-Professional Programmer
HBM – PRINTING DIVISION
05.2003 - 08.2004
Field Technician
CONNECTING POINT TECHNOLOGY CENTER
06.2002 - 05.2003
FORT LAUDERDALE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science from Computer Science, Chemistry
Delivery Driver
AutoZone
2025 - 2026 (1 education.year_Label)