yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

(xxx-xxx-xxxx • abc@xyz.com

 

 

highly credentialed, results-driven it leader specializing in network design / administration, requirements gathering / analysis, project management, and end user training eager to offer experience toward maximizing an employer s success.

 

profile of qualifications

 

         integral leader with a proven track record for conceptualizing state-of-the-art solutions to meet it goals, including offering experience in windows nt / 2000 / 2003 / 2008 os administration and support, file server installations, and troubleshooting in lan / wan environment.

         top performer who provides continuous it improvements spanning a range hardware / software to boost business efficiency, along with demonstrating solid abilities in developing close partnerships with senior-level management, technical peers, and clientele / end users.

         ambitious self-starter who plans, prioritizes, and manages multiple tasks within high-pressure, deadline-driven it environments.

 

technical summary

 

applications:                        microsoft office 97 / 2000 / 2003 / 2007 • blackberry enterprise

                                                trend micro • adobe cs • symantec ghost • backup exec

 

networking:                           dns • dhcp • tcp / ip • ftp • iis • gpos • vlans • vpn

                                                snmp • pop • smtp • active directory • remote access administration

 

operating systems:             windows 95 / 98 / nt / 2000 / xp / win7 • server platforms

                                                windows nt / 2000 / 2003 / 2008 • microsoft exchange server 2000 / 2003

 

hardware:                              firewalls • netscreen • sonicwall • watchguard • fortinet • switches: hp / cisco

                                                servers: hp, dell workstations (desktop / laptop / netbook) • hp • ibm • dell • gateway

 

professional synopsis

 

 

         utilize broad scope of industry knowledge and dynamic technical acumen to install, set up, and configure servers for deployment of emr, including designing and deploying network infrastructure devices and troubleshooting emr and microsoft systems.

         install, configure, and deploy fortinet firewall devices, and configure mobile and site vpns with fortinet devices and software.

 

 

         expertly provided field consultant duties for onsite deployment / break-fix / troubleshooting for microsoft networks, including configuring and administering cisco routers / catalysts / switches, as well as conducting all certified repairs for hp / compaq printers / plotters.

         contributed strong communication skills toward providing comprehensive end user training on varied microsoft operating systems.

         provided integral computer hardware repair as required, set up and deployed wireless systems, and handled software troubleshooting.

         designed and implemented backup solutions for clientele, and actively worked with end users to resolve key issues resulting from changes.

 

 

         handled administration of 25 servers over five sites, including providing technical support for educational sites, as well as performing configuration and administration of cisco routers / catalysts / switches, administration of microsoft exchange server 2003 hosting mail for eight sites and 600 users, administration of shoretel volp telephone systems, and administration of blackberry professional server.

         cost-effectively negotiated and purchased technology for all five sites, and created and maintained watchguard firewalls and vpns.

         performed additional efforts encompassing creating and maintaining websites, overseeing projects, and designing backup solutions.

 

 

         successfully negotiated vendors down 6.5% in the purchase of new equipment which was instrumental in maximizing bottom-line results.

         ensured seamless processes by creating new imagecast-based images for seven high-volume departments, along with imaging and configuring new hardware for users and conceiving and assisting in the design of a new asset tracking program using barcode systems.

         supported lan administrator with migration from token ring topology to ethernet, provided level ii / iii hardware / software support to 160 onsite users and 12 field users, and assisted field employees with technical needs in remote access via dial-up / vpn technologies.

 

education & certifications

 

bachelor of science in information technology (network management & design, projected 2011)      western governors university

associate of arts degree                                                                                                                                rend lake community college

 

mcse • mcsa • mcp • comptia network+ • comptia project+ • comptia security+ • comptia a+

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

(xxx-xxx-xxxx • abc@xyz.com

 

 

 

 

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dear__________________:

 

i am currently seeking a challenging [ insert job title ] role, and am submitting my resume for your review.

 

i am excited to build a rewarding career with your company, and am confident that my professional talents can help to achieve your key objectives.  i can offer 10 years of solid experience in network design / administration, requirements gathering / analysis, project management, and end user training, and can demonstrate expertise in windows nt / 2000 / 2003 / 2008 os administration and support, file server installations, and troubleshooting in lan / wan environments while developing valuable professional partnerships with senior-level management, technical peers, and clientele / end users.

 

to complement my background, please note that i am enrolled in a rigorous b.s. in information technology program (network management & design emphasis, projected 2011) at western governors university.  i also have an associate of arts degree from rend lake community college.  i hold designations as a mcse, mcsa, and mcp, and completed comptia certifications in network+, project+, security+, and a+.

 

currently, as a senior data technician at gaither technologies, llc, i utilize my broad scope of industry knowledge and dynamic technical acumen toward installing, setting up, and configuring servers for deployment of emr, including designing and deploying network infrastructure devices and troubleshooting emr and microsoft systems.  within this role, i also install, configure, and deploy fortinet firewall devices, and configure mobile and site vpns with fortinet devices and software.

 

in a previous position as a consultant / network engineer with complete computer solutions, i expertly provided field consultant duties for onsite deployment / break-fix / troubleshooting for microsoft networks, including configuring and administering cisco routers / catalysts / switches, as well as conducting all certified repairs for hp / compaq printers / plotters.  i also facilitated comprehensive end user training on varied microsoft operating systems, provided integral computer hardware repair, set up and deployed wireless systems, and handled software troubleshooting.

 

as this is just a sampling of my job history, please kindly refer to my enclosed resume for additional experience.  i look forward to hearing from you, and thank you in advance for your consideration.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

ronald schwartz, mcse, mcsa, mcp