IT Consultant

Posted on: 2009-10-08

SUMMARY: - Broad knowledge and experience in computing, networking technologies and applications - MCP and CCNA certifications - Excellent communication and customer service skills - Strong attention to detail and quality - Self-motivated and quick learner - Work effectively in a team environment TECHNICAL SKILLS: - Client & Network OS: Windows 2003/2008 Small Business Standard & Premium Editions; Windows XP Pro, Vista and Windows 7; Mac OS X; Knowledge of Unix & Linux - Network: LAN/WAN using Cisco Routers & Switches; Active Directory; SAN; IP Telephony; JBOD; Wireless Bridge & Wireless Access-Point - Application Servers: Terminal Server; Citrix MetaFrame; Citrix Presentation Server; DHCP Server; DNS Server; Microsoft SharePoint & Microsoft Dynamics CRM - E-mail Server: Exchange 2003/2007; Lotus Notes Domino; Kerio - Virtualization: VMware Fusion; Sun VirtualBox; Parallels - Security: Cisco Pix; Cisco VPN; SonicWALL; ZoneAlarm; Juniper; Barracuda; Trend Micro; McAfee EPO; Symantec ESM Console & Endpoint Protection - Backup & Disk Imaging: Symantec Veritas Backup Exec; Retrospect; NT-Backup; X-Copy; Tape Drives (Single & Library); Symantec Ghost; Acronis - PDA Support: BlackBerry Enterprise Server & Client; Treo; Motorola Q; Apple iPhone - Support Tools: DameWare; Nagios; Cacti; ConnectWise; Kaseya; HP Smart Start; WebEX EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Eaton & Associates, San Francisco, CA. Oct 2008 – Jun 2009 -- IT Consultant (Contract) Provided on-site and remote support to resolve desktop and network problems across multiple platforms and applications, including: installation, configuration & maintenance of network hardware, systems & enterprise applications; software, service packs upgrades and patches deployment; Active Directory; system backup, monitoring & security; enterprise email; thin networks; virtualization; wireless access-point & firewall set up and support; PC & Mac; PDA; VPN, plus other technologies. Connections IT, Inc., Santa Rosa, CA Nov 2005 – Apr 2008 -- Senior IT Support Specialist Provided technical support to resolve desktop, network and application issues via remote access, email, phone and on-site. Monitored client networks for performance and connectivity, including server backup and maintenance. Interfaced with 3rd party vendors to research and resolve application and network integration issues. Demonstrated strong analytical, troubleshooting and follow through skills. Xerocomm, Inc., Rohnert Park, CA May 2005 – Oct 2005 -- IT Field Support Professional Provided on-site support for desktop PCs, laptops; hardware, software and printer; network hardware; anti-Virus and Spam solutions; SonicWALL (SOHO); wireless access-point setup and management. Support areas included East Bay, San Francisco and Marin County. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATES• - Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment, Apr 2007 - Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), Jun 2006 - Certified Cisco Network Associate (CCNA), Aug 2002 - Computer Science, Santa Rosa Junior College, Santa Rosa, CA Jan 1998 – May 2002 - Microsoft Windows NT Certificate, Santa Rosa Junior College, May 2001 - Cisco Network Certificate, Santa Rosa Junior College, Dec 2001 - Advanced Computer Operation and Data Entry Certificates, Southern California Regional Occupational Center (SCROC), Torrance, CA Jan 1994