Summary

Confidential is a proven leader with 13 years of progressive management experience and a track record of superior results. He possesses significant management, and systems development. He is a committed professional that always takes the time to examine any issue from every possible angle. He focuses on making sure the customer gets the experience they want from the services provided. Highly talented and accomplished Information Technology Professional with certifications in Cisco, Microsoft, CompTIA Security and extensive skills and experience in Network and System Administration, Design, Implementation and Management.

Computer Skills

Mr. Halsey is highly proficient in, but not limited to, Microsoft Windows Operating Systems Windows 7 and Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Office 2010, System Center Configuration Manager, Systems Management Server SMS 2003, Exchange Server 2010, Windows Server Update Services WSUS , Windows Deployment Services WDS , Host Based Security System ePolicy Orchestrator 4.6 , Symantec Endpoint Protection Server, Central Quarantine Server, Live Update Administrator server, NetBackup 7.1, VERITAS Backup Exec., Blackberry Enterprise Server 5.0, Quest Management Suite 6.7 Reporting features, Recovery Manager for AD and Exchange , PowerShell v2, VB Scripting, Marathon/Endurance Management Suite and Remedy ticket tracking. Mr. Halsey also has a basic knowledge of, but not limited to, Remote Installation Service RIS , FrontPage 2003, UNIX/LINUX, ASP, SQL, HTML and webpage design, MAC OS X Leopard.

Experience

Systems Engineer

Confidential

• Serve as the department head that supports operations for a LAN that services over 100 users and 15 servers.
• Setup, operate and maintain the non-mission communication network onboard the SBX-1 Radar platform.
• Network consists on both classified and un-classified data and voice circuits operating under Windows, UNIX and Cisco IOS based systems.
• The majority of our Windows environment is run by VMWare vCenter Server.
• As the communication department lead I am responsible for departmental staff tasking, DOD information assurance compliance and engineering change packages for multiple site specific payloads.
• I maintain an Industrial Video and Control IV C system that provides vessel security, safety and navigation for all personnel.
• I support an access control system and advanced event monitoring system that our security team utilizes to monitor all spaces and access to the vessel.
• System upgrades including equipment identification, cost and deployment and project management.
• I support multiple T1 connections that provide satellite communication on and off the vessel.

Senior Systems Administrator

Confidential

• Support the operation if the LAN that servers over 2200 users 80 servers
• Manage daily network operations to include network monitoring with HP OpenView, data recovery with Quest Management Suite and NetBackup and network-associated databases
• Configured and implemented HP OpenView for all server and network monitoring
• Monitor Host Based Security Service HBSS for systems and network vulnerabilities
• Utilize Systems Center Configuration Manager SCCM to maintain system compliance with all new security patches and systems upgrades
• Maintain active Directory with Quest Active Roles management suite
• Work with NOSC to help provide support in the application of network security devices at Tier 0, Tier 1, and Tier 2 of network architecture.

Lead Systems Engineer/Administrator

Confidential

• Support the operations of the LAN that served over 500 users and 18 servers
• Ensured approx. 99 network and 98 server uptime
• Manage daily network operations to include network monitoring, data recovery using Net Backup 6.5 VERITAS Backup Exec 9.1 and network-associated databases.
• Implemented Symantec Endpoint Protection with Quarantine, Live Update Servers.
• Work with off-site vendors to support functional operations to include AT T, Verizon, Advent, Jervis B Webb Co. and others.
• Support Blackberry users in conjunction with administering the Blackberry Enterprise Server
• Work in conjunction with the fulltime employees FTE in creating Windows Deployment Service images for all workstation loads
• Assist other contractors in programming and implementing new Rockwell Factory Talk software, programmable logic controllers PLC for the Manufacturing/Coining Department and implementing a proprietary real-time tracking system
• Perform daily activities with active directory, Group Policy update and configurations for Organizational Units
• Work directly with the lead engineers in transitioning the Engraving Department from traditional sculpting to the new Digital Design procedure
• Maintain an Automated Guided Vehicle AGV system with the use of Marathon/Endurance FTVirtual Server
• Assist in integrating of a new robotic packaging system for the Numismatic division and related software.

Network Engineer/Administrator

Confidential

• Lead supervisor for a contract at the Confidential
• Supported the operations of the LAN that served over 500 users and 17 servers
• Managed daily network operations to include network monitoring, data recovery using Veritas Backup Exec 9.1 and network-associated databases
• Worked with off-site vendors to support functional operations to include AT T, Verizon, Advent, Jervis B Webb Co. and others
• Worked in conjunction with the fulltime employees FTE in creating Remote Installation Services images for all workstation loads
• Maintained Active Directory user and computer accounts and Group Policy update and configurations for Organizational Units
• Assisted other contractors in programming, programmable logic controllers PLC for the Manufacturing/Coining Department and implementing a proprietary real-time tracking system. Assist the technical team in day-to-day trouble calls
• Worked directly with the lead engineers in transitioning the Engraving Department from traditional sculpting to the new Digital Design procedure
• Maintained an Automated Guided Vehicle AGV system with the use of Marathon/Endurance FTVirtual Server . Assisted in integrating of a new robotic packaging system for the Numismatic division and related software.

Supervisor

Confidential

• Aviation Information Systems Department
• Managed and supervised the maintenance team that operated the network topology
• Worked in conjunction with the telephone office and Information Technology Support Division
• Supported the operations of the Ethernet LAN that served over 1500 users and 24 servers
• Directed hardware installations, designed and oversaw cable drops and the running of new segments
• Ensured a flawless transition to a deployable domain for the Marine Aircraft Group 24 and subordinate units
• Managed hardware, LAN and installation technicians
• Designed cabling infrastructure for new buildings
• Coordinated activities for different technical teams
• Renovated spaces and additions
• Reviewed projects, determined requirements and prepared proposals for the Aviation Information Systems Department.

Assistant Supervisor of the Network Administration Division

Confidential

• Managed daily network operations, network security and user accounts
• Supervised technical team of 5 subordinates
• Assisted in revitalizing the Network Administration Division by redefining standards, restoring productivity and improving network reliability
• Created user local area network accounts and email accounts
• Monitored network accounts
• Maintained network-associated databases
• Managed and maintained 30 Alcatel switches, two CISCO routers and helped coordinated new LAN configurations
• Selected and implemented TRAK-IT system for the Help Desk, and provided additional support as necessary
• Managed daily and weekly backups using VERITAS Backup Exec
• Provided initial and follow up training to individual users and Division Information Systems Coordinator.

Field Technician

Confidential

• Served as a LAN technician carrying out troubleshooting and hardware installations
• Performed cabling, repaired and supported PC's and peripherals for over 2000 computer assets
• Loaded and configured operating systems Windows NT/2000 workstation and Server , commercial software and proprietary applications.