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Brian Kinney is a seasoned IT professional with 20+ years of experience in network administration, troubleshooting, and support. He has worked with various operating systems, including Windows 7, XP, and Server, as well as Active Directory and Blackberry Enterprise Server. With a strong educational background in computer networking systems and certifications like Net+, Security+, MCP, and MCSA, Brian has established himself as a reliable and skilled IT expert in Atlanta, GA.

Experience

    • United States
    • Financial Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Network Administrator
      • Feb 2014 - Present
      • Atlanta, GA

    • IT Support/Consultation
      • Jan 2009 - Oct 2014
      • Atlanta, GA

      -Virus/Malware Removal - PC Tune-ups -On-site data recovery, Disaster Recovery -Specify, procure and deploy new equipment -Network Design/Security/Implementation Consultations

    • United States
    • Commercial and Industrial Machinery Maintenance
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Level II Field Service Technician
      • Dec 2011 - Jan 2014
      • Peoria, Illinois Area

    • United States
    • Financial Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Network Administrator
      • Mar 2011 - Dec 2011

      -Manage everyday Active Directory and Exchange functions -Manage ARCA Backup system and troubleshoot errors with backup chain continuity -Regularly deploy server images in a sandbox environment for stability testing -Troubleshoot switching errors and pinpoint bottlenecks within LAN -Develop and draft disaster recovery procedures for SEC compliance -Specify and procure hardware/software based on enterprise needs -Troubleshoot desktop hardware/software issues

    • Level 2 Help Desk
      • Jul 2010 - Nov 2010

      -Developed and implemented corporate-wide Windows 7 rollout plan -Assess departmental needs and tailor images accordingly -Deploy and configure images for mass deployment -Work in conjunction with Infrastructure to resolve licensing issues -Assist Level 1 Technicians with more advanced daily end user issues -Train end users to fully utilize new features contained within Windows 7

    • United States
    • IT Services and IT Consulting
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • IT Support Analyst
      • Oct 2007 - Feb 2009
      • Atlanta, GA

      -Provided multi-tier support for 120+ Microsoft based LANs ranging from servers to workstations, including portable devices -Maintained updates, backups, logs and software licensing -Track outages and notify clients of data center/ISP issues -Troubleshoot issues ranging from server to end user issues -Maintained queue within proprietary Service Desk ticketing system as well as assist in building a knowledge base -Supported small proprietary software solutions -Prepare new system images for client computers based on company specifications.

    • France
    • Textile Manufacturing
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Warehouse & IT Manager
      • Apr 2005 - Oct 2007
      • Atlanta, GA

      -Responsible for designing and implementing LAN topology -Desktop support for users in Atlanta and New York -Liaison to Paris for major network connectivity issues -Managed and delegated responsibilities to warehouse employees -Monitored and maintained sample stock inventory -Ordered materials for the US and European markets -Managed quarterly inventory on all warehoused materials -Specified and procured all consumables and equipment for both NYC and Atlanta

    • Computer Hardware Manufacturing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Laptop Repair Technician
      • Jul 2004 - Feb 2005
      • Atlanta, GA

      -Performed diagnostics and troubleshooting on customer equipment -Made physical repairs on laptops from keyboards to LCD's to Main boards -Quality Control after repairs were complete

  • Tek Systems
    • Southeastern U.S.
    • RF Drive Tester
      • Jul 2003 - May 2004
      • Southeastern U.S.

      -Performed RF tests on designated cell sites to ensure optimal operation -Prepared reports for Cingular and Sprint. -Performed troubleshooting as necessary while out in the field

Education

  • 2009 - 2010
    New Horizons
    Net+, Security+, MCP, MCSA
  • 2004 - 2006
    ITT Technical Institute
    A.S, Computer Networking Systems

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