TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Programming Languages: Ada, Clipper, C, C++, HTML, Fortran, FoxPro, Modula - 2, Lisp, Pascal, Perl, Prolog, Progress, SQL, Visual Basic, PowerShell

Operating Systems: Novell, UNIX, RedHat Linux, Microsoft Windows Desktop OS (v3.1 through Windows 10); Server OS (NT 3.5 to Server 2012 R2)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential

VMware Solution Architect

Responsibilities:

• Manage VMware/Windows/Linux teams and individuals to achieve infrastructure reorganization
• Attend high level meeting to architect VMware solutions aligned with corporate strategies
• Design and implement VMware solutions to achieve SLA efficiencies and maintain business continuity

Confidential

VMWare Virtualization Architect

Responsibilities:

• VMware Infrastructure and Data Center Design; Large Datacenter Relocation
• Application consolidation to achieve operating cost reduction
• Architect infrastructure designs for greater density
• Review specifications for Hardware, Network, Software, and Operating System configurations
• Implemented automation solutions to gain efficiency and centralize system management standardization

Confidential

VMware Virtualization Architect

Responsibilities:

• Windows Server 2003/2008 infrastructure design, configuration, and administration
• Citrix infrastructure design, implementation, and support
• Administration and Management of multiple systems with use of scripting languages
• VMware design, implementation support utilizing scripting methods

Confidential

VMware Infrastructure Administrator/Architect

Responsibilities:

• Architect network storage and procedures, standardized Server 2003/2008 R2 builds, AD Domain configuration
• Stabilized and increased reliability of Citrix Presentation Server environment through deployment of a standard server build achieving a 98% of support calls. Increased efficiency by 80%.
• Project Management to provide solutions resulting in higher employee efficiency
• Improved VMware environment for increased performance and availability. Primary objectives achieved: patching ESX 3.01 hosts and upgrade to ESX 3.5 on existing IBM LS20 Blades. Researched and acquired IBM HS21 Blades for deploying and hosting ESX 4.1.
• Implemented procedures to centralize IT support services for improved response time
• Network analysis for branch offices, off-site DR, and central computing
• Maintenance and firmware upgrades to IBM Blade Center, LS20/HS21 Blades, DS4700 SAN, Cisco routers, Sonicwall Secure Remote Access and PRO 2040 Firewall
• Maintenance and administration of 47 servers; (SQL 7.0 - 2008), Exchange, Symantec Endpoint Protection, Enterprise Vault, Backup Exec 12 -2010 with Agents(SQL, Exchange, Enterprise Vault, VMware, RALUS), Captaris RightFax, Blackberry Enterprise Server

Confidential, Buffalo

Sr. Programmer/Analyst - Information Systems Mgr

Responsibilities:

• Assessment and recommendations for Laptops and handheld devices for mobile computing with remote access
• Procurement of software and hardware
• Database Application Development resulting in 70% higher efficiency
• Statistical Analysis of University Employee population
• Utilization of Peopleclick Software for Confidential Statistical Reporting

Confidential

Management of IT Department

Responsibilities:

• Contract negotiation for hardware, software, T1, PBX System
• Forecast company growth and business practices for e-Commerce
• LAN/WAN Analysis and Design allowing 30% greater throughput and Telephony integration
• Perform Analysis of Project Specifications and Requirements
• Server/Desktop operating system configuration (Microsoft NT, Citrix Winframe)
• Custom Software Design, Engineering, and Development for Business Applications
• Project Management for complete Life Cycle of Software Engineering
• Rapid Design, Development and Deployment of Critical Applications utilizing Access and SQL Server
• Conversation of LAN based applications to Internet based applications
• Integration of Customer Service, Processing, Accounting, and Executive reporting

Confidential

Sr. Systems/Project Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Microsoft NT/ Exchange Project Analysis and Management; Authored Procedure and Policy Documentation
• Assessment of Project requirements, budget constraints, and compressed timeline to encompass scope of project with successful deployment and integration.
• Reviewed, Upgraded and Standardized existing Workstations and Servers
• Proposed improvements to decrease TCO and improve ROI on existing resources

Confidential

Systems/Project Engineer

Responsibilities:

• LAN/WAN Consulting for Medium to Large Companies
• Coordinate Projects and Meetings with International Corporate Executives
• Research and Design Topologies/Infrastructure for LAN's & WAN's
• Analyze, Design and Implement Policies and Standards; LAN, Internet and WAN communications
• Project Management-Analysis of Project Specifications, budget and requirements to ensure deliverables
• Design and Implement Deployment Strategies to include managing employees from client companies
• Installation, Configuration, and Maintenance for Netware 3.x & 4.1, NT 4.0, and Unix Servers
• Analyze and Configure Networks for Optimization, Security and Performance Enhancement

Confidential

System Administrator

Responsibilities:

• Administration and Support for AViiON 5500 Server running DG/UX (Data General Unix) v5.4R3.10
• Streamline Processes and Increased Efficiency through Multiple Virtual Disks and Striping
• Contract Negotiations for Telephony System(Voice Mail, Centrex lines, and T1) providing better service and $47,000 savings, Point of Sales System resulting in $26,000 savings
• Software Application Development in Microsoft Access with Excel/Word integration
• Progress Database Administration and Development

Confidential, Buffalo

LAN Systems Administration

Responsibilities:

• Developed and Supported Custom Applications and Server based Batch Installations
• Utilization of server utilities: Remote Connectivity software, Centralized management software
• Administration of Public Computing Site, Administrative Offices, & Police Department
• Established Standardize Workstations and Optimized Memory Management