NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR

Seasoned Network Administrator with over 15 years experience supporting networks
comprised of
multiple domains, operating systems and hardware. I have provided Systems
Administration services for a group of related companies conducting business in
diversified industries, including banking, mortgage banking, auto finance,
technology, tax & accounting, employee benefits, medical care and real estate.

EXPERIENCE

TEXAS HOME HEALTH CARE, December 2008 – March 2009 (Contract)
Desktop/Helpdesk Support
•	Performed administrative Active Directory support - set up new users with
necessary permissions and email access.
•	Updated and maintained hardware and software and database inventories of
desktop and laptops.
•	Provided remote desktop support utilizing secure VPN and VNC connections.

CONSULTATECH.BIZ, July 2004 – Present
Network Consultant, Owner
•	Provide administrative and desktop support functions for small businesses and
individuals.
•	Provide web hosting and web design for small businesses.

CAVETT, TURNER & WYBLE, LLP, May 2005 – December 2007
Network Manager
•	Responsible for the daily operation and administration of the network systems,
including
maintaining reliability, performance, and availability in a 24 X 7 environment.
•	Implement, manage and maintain Server Hardware, Operating Systems and
Applications.
•	Implement, manage and maintain Firewalls, Routers and Network Switches.
•	Monitor, diagnose and repair LAN/WAN connectivity and wiring issues.
•	Perform administrative tasks, such as adding/removing users and resetting
passwords.
•	Maintain hardware and software inventories of server and network equipment.
•	Maintain accurate network documentation and performance metrics.
•	Implement security policies and tools as per the company standards.
•	Created and maintained disaster recovery plans.
•	Interface with hardware vendors and service providers.
•	Monitor PBX activity and perform administration functions on phone extensions
and
voice mail on a Nortel BCM 400 with IP Telephony Integration and Fax Messaging
configuration.  Installed and configured IP 1140E, IP 1120E and IP Soft phone
2050.



CARLSON COMPANIES, INC., October 2004 – May 2005 (Contract)
Project Coordinator
•	Responsibilities included the development and implementation of a tracking
system to
process the migration, order handling and reporting system of 475 workstations.
•	Responsible for coordinating and overseeing the day to day progress of the
roll-out team
which was comprised of 6 engineers.

PACIFIC TECHNOLOGY SERVICES, August 1998 to July 2004
Network Engineer 
•	Provided administrative and support functions for Windows NT 4.0, 2000 and
2003
servers, including Microsoft Exchange Server, SQL Server, Proxy Server and
Internet
Information Server
•	Performed server installations, updates and configurations of mainly HP Net
Servers
•	Provided 3rd level desktop support for Windows 2000/XP desktops
•	Maintained network based applications, including financial and office
automation
applications.
•	Created and maintained the production environment for migrating ASP Apps from
development in Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000. 
•	Maintained inventory of desktop and server software and hardware.
SKILLS
•	LAN/WAN
•	Microsoft Exchange Client/Server
•	Microsoft Office 9x, 2000-2007
•	CCH Prosystems fx Administrator
•	Nortel BCM 400 Administrator
•	Microsoft Front Page
•	SQL 7.0, SQL 2000
•	TCP/IP
•	Norton Anti-Virus 7.x – 10.x
•	VOIP Telephony
•	Novell GroupWise 5.x
•	Dream Weaver 3.0

  OPERATING SYSTEMS
•	Microsoft Windows 3.11, 9x, ME,   NT, 2K, XP & Vista
•	Microsoft DOS
•	Novell NetWare 4.x, 5.0
•	Linux
•	Layton Helpbox
•	Sharepoint Services		
SPECIAL PROJECTS
Implemented the purchase and setup of a new Digital/IP phone system for Cavett,
Turner &
Wyble.  Responsible for coordinating with the vendors and documenting the system
changes as
well as providing system administration. This change also included a new
internet service provider and long distance provider saving the firm $2K per
month which in turn paid for the new phone system within two years.  Coordinated
the firm’s transfer of client data to CCH Prosystems Document, administered and
trained key personnel and managed the two OCE multifunction units.  Implemented
the scan/check/shred process in the payroll department in an attempt to train
personnel to use the system to its fullest.

Coordinated the network expansion project that included relocating one of
Cavett’s subsidiary companies across the street from their current location. The
project included running 6 pair fiber under the road and configuring Nortel POE
switches at each location so that the users could connect to the network and
phone system in the usual manner, saving cost on recurring monthly expenses as
well as system support.  Performed installation and configuration of an
Enterprise District-wide Network for Denison Independent  School District that
included a 12 site NetWare 5 WAN utilizing GroupWise, WEB Access, ZEN works,
Netscape Enterprise web server, NDS for NT, and Border Manager. Responsibilities
included integration of all hardware and software, coordinating site
installations, system testing and producing as-built documentation for each site.
Assisted with documenting the standards and installation procedures for all
hardware and software.

EDUCATION
Southern Methodist University - School of Engineering and Applied Science
Richardson, Texas USA
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer - September 1998
Certifications:
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer – March 1999
Microsoft Certified Professional – July 1998
Certified Novell Administrator – July 1998

REFERENCES
Available upon request.
SALARY REQUIREMENTS
Available upon request.