Objective:
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I am seeking an
executive level position in my
area of interest and expertise, such as Chief Network Engineer, or Chief
Information Technology Officer.
I enjoy
challenging responsibilities in a position that provides for personal and
professional growth. |
Summary of Qualifications:
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• Machines:
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IBM PS/1 & PS/2, all IBM compatible computers (8088 -
80x86). Experience with Apple Macintosh, and exposure to UNIX machines. |
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• Languages: |
BASIC,
some database programming experience
with Microsoft Access. Experience with HTML programming, Active Server
Pages (ASP). I possess the ability, and welcome the opportunity to continue
learning programming technologies. |
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• Applications: |
Microsoft Office products (since version 2.0), MS-Front Page (since version
1.1), MS-Internet Explorer (all versions), Netscape Navigator (various
versions), Paradox (3.5 and 4.5), WordPerfect (5.1 and 6.x for Windows),
Lotus 1-2-3, many various graphics packages including Adobe PhotoShop,
3270/5250 communications software such as Attachmate Extra!, and many
others. |
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NOS, OS, and Protocols: |
Proficiency
with, and administration of MS-Windows 2000 Professional, MS-Windows NT
3.51 & 4.0, Windows 2003 server, and Windows 2000 Server; MS-BackOffice Suite (MS-Exchange Server 5.5 (SP3), MS-SQL
Server 6.5/7.0, MS-Systems Management Server (SMS) 2.0, MS-SNA Server 2.0/4.0,
MS-Internet Information Server (IIS) 4.0/5.0); Novell NetWare 3.1.2, 4.11, and
5.x; NDS 7.x; OS/2 LAN Server 3.0; MS-DOS 3.3 & above; MS-Windows
clients (all versions 3.x and above); IBM OS/2 2.1; OS/2 Warp; PC-DOS
(several versions); Macintosh System 7; with some exposure to Linux and
UNIX. Protocol experience includes asynchronous dial-up (SLIP); TCP/IP;
PPP, PPPoE, PPPoA, PPTP, IPSec, FTP, IPX/SPX; 32-bit IPX/SPX; NetBEUI;
NetBIOS over TCP/IP. |
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• Topologies
& Infrastructure: |
I am familiar with Token Ring, and
Ethernet network topologies, including both client/server, and peer to
peer network relationships. I am familiar with Novell Netware, but my
focus is on Microsoft Windows
and Active Directory architectures. I am familiar with, and can decode/program
routing tables, VLANs, and VPNs. I have experience working with Compaq and
Dell servers, and infrastructure equipment from the following manufacturers:
Optical Data Systems (ODS Networks), 3Com, Accton, Addtran, Nortel
Networks (Synoptics/Bay), Cabletron, Cisco Systems, Linksys, Lucent, D-Link, Intel, Lancast,
SMC, KTI, and others. |
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Professional Experience: |
1/6/2003 - Present
Williams Communications, Inc. - Tallahassee, FL
Chief Technology Officer
- Responsible for all facets of the corporate voice/data network.
- Responsible for the continued operations of all field-based technical
staff.
- Develop and implement corporate information technology strategy.
- Develop and enforce corporate network security and usage policies.
Chief EDACS Network Engineer
- Responsible for the Cisco internetworking, computerized, and TCP/IP-based components of the
State of Florida Law Enforcement Radio System (SLERS) in Phase IV & V
(Northern half of state)
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12/11/1998 - 1/3/2003
Florida Department of Children & Families - Tallahassee, FL
Systems Project Analyst
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Management
of various IT projects, migrations, and rollouts.
- Built upon existing project management skill set.
- Asset and Configuration Management.
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Wide Area Network
(statewide) planning, implementation, management, and support.
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Develop and write Legislative Budget
Requests to obtain funding for technology projects.
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Assessment and recommendation of
technology-based solutions to meet business needs, and assist with the
procurement of information technology products and services.
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Provide support, resolve and/or
coordinate resolution of IT problems for the Office of Inspector
General - 126 FTEs statewide.
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Assist
and consult with end-users regarding technology issues.
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Coordinate the support of information
technology equipment and software with District IT personnel in the
field.
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Develop and present technology based
solutions to management, and implement approved projects.
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Updated technology base to ensure Year
2000 (Y2K) compliance.
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2/20/1998 - 12/11/1998
Florida Department of Juvenile Justice - Tallahassee, FL
Systems Project Analyst
- Implement a statewide automated help desk system
for agency use (Customer IXchange – acquired by Bendata approx. 05/98)
on the SQL Server platform.
- Perform as backup administrator for Microsoft Systems
Management Server (SMS) and Simple Networking Architecture Server (SNA
Server).
- Built upon existing project management skill set.
- Maintain and update/enhance the agency’s IT
standards on a regular schedule.
- Coordinate the agency’s Information Resource
Request process for all IT equipment purchased with agency funds.
- Assessment and recommendation of technology
products to meet business needs and assist with the procurement of
information technology products and services.
- Coordinate SMS projects, other projects, and
statewide technical issues with District MIS personnel in the field.
- Provide end-user client support as required.
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12/1996 - 2/19/1998
Florida Dept. of Labor & Employment Security - Tallahassee, FL
Distributed Computer Systems Specialist
- Aided with the design, build-out and deployment of a
$1.6 million Windows NT 340+ node Campus/Wide Area Network.
- Management of 3 project rollout phases consisting of over
60% of above CAN/WAN implementation,
including: site wiring & testing, infrastructure installation &
testing, server configuration and deployment, and workstation
configuration and deployment.
- Developed project management skills with respect to
various technology projects.
- Considered “lead worker” of a three person
support staff (Help Desk).
- Research, troubleshoot, diagnose, and then solve nearly 60% of
total incoming customer support requests. Remaining team members
handled the other 40% of support requests.
- Research new technologies and software products to increase the
efficiency of our LAN and enhance the productivity of its users.
- Developed project management skills to ensure timely completion of
deliverables associated with customer focused projects.
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6/1995 - 12/1996
Florida Dept. of Labor & Employment Security - Tallahassee, FL
Office Automation Specialist
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and solve computer and network
related problems.
- Managed the third-party service contract with respect to the
Division's technology assets.
- Became an agency certified Total Quality Management trainer (10/95).
- Provided training in the principles of Total Quality Management to
agency associates.
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Para-professional Experience:
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8/1992 – 6/1995
Florida Dept. of Labor & Employment Security - Tallahassee, FL
Senior Clerk
- Developed special ad-hoc reports for the purpose of reporting
financial data and TQM information to management.
- Provided computer support to Division associates prior to the
formation of the Division's Management Information Systems Unit.
- Prepared and revised legal documents with respect to the leasing of
office space from private sector lessors.
- Performed the break-down and distribution of the agency's financial
reports to key associates throughout the agency statewide.
- Operated an active, departmental multi-line communications system.
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Total Quality Management (TQM) Awards:
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- Reduced the amount of paper required for the agency's financial
reporting by nearly 50% through a TQM team initiative (Dept. of Labor & Employment
Security).
- Twice awarded the Outstanding Leadership Award for contributions to
the agency's Total Quality Management efforts (1995, 1996 - Dept. of Labor &
Employment Security).
- Awarded the agency's "Walk the Talk" award for
contributions to Total Quality Management (Dept. of Labor & Employment Security).
- Awarded the Outstanding Achievement award (Dept. of Labor &
Employment Security).
- Earned the Department's prestigious "Best of the Best - TQM
Teams" award for work associated with the Leasing Team between 1994-96 (Dept. of
Labor & Employment Security).
- Monetary productivity bonus awards.
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Business Experience:
1992 - 1999
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Write-Away Services - Tallahassee, FL
Owner/Proprietor
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Provide clients with sound, and
affordable business or personal technology solutions.
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To serve clients faithfully and ensure their
continued satisfaction.
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- Computer and networking product research.
- Consulting.
- Marketing skills.
- Accounting skills.
- Internet development.
- Technical support and repair.
- Systems Integration.
- Recommendations and customization of computer systems.
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Education
1984–1989 Tallahassee, FL |
- Tallahassee Community College
- Florida State University
- 62 credit hours in general studies
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Computer Related Training
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- Certified Cisco Networking Associate (CCNA Certification Received -
Focus Learning Systems - February 2003)
- Infinity Hubs/Switches & Network Management, ODS Networks,
Richardson, TX, May 1997
- Microsoft Supporting Windows 95, Dataflex, Tallahassee, FL,
- Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Core Technologies, Dataflex, Tallahassee,
FL
- Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Administration, Dataflex, Tallahassee, FL
- Microsoft Simple Networking Architechture (SNA) Server, Dataflex,
Tallahassee, FL
- Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS), Dataflex, Tallahassee, FL
- Novell NetWare 5 Administration, Focus Learning Systems,
Tallahassee, FL
NOTE: Dataflex has changed hands several times,
and is now known as Focus Learning Systems.
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EDACS Related Training
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- Introduction to Trunked Radio System Maintenance - M/A-COM
Private Radio Systems, Lynchburg, VA - July 2004
- Introduction to Communications System Director (CSD) - M/A-COM
Private Radio Systems, Lynchburg, VA - July 2004
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Interests
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- Computers and internetworking, Amateur Radio (callsign
WE4RA), music, photography, sports, and my pets.
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Memberships
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- Network and Systems Professionals Association
- Tallahassee Amateur Radio Society (Past
President, two terms)
- Tau Kappa Epsilon (TKE) International Fraternity, Inc.
- American Red Cross, Disaster Relief Volunteer -
Communications
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