Experience

Wimsatt Building Materials

• United States
• Wholesale Building Materials
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Network and Systems Administrator

  • Aug 2020 - Present

  • Completed an installation of SD-WAN using Fortinet Firewalls • Designed, coordinated and implemented a full datacenter migration from on-premises hardware to a hosted private cloud • Planned and directed the re-build and migration of the Cisco phone system including the conversion of pots lines to sip trunks • Assisted in the move from a locally hosted Microsoft Exchange environment to Office 365 and the rollout of Microsoft Teams • Supported local and remote branch employees with… Show more • Completed an installation of SD-WAN using Fortinet Firewalls • Designed, coordinated and implemented a full datacenter migration from on-premises hardware to a hosted private cloud • Planned and directed the re-build and migration of the Cisco phone system including the conversion of pots lines to sip trunks • Assisted in the move from a locally hosted Microsoft Exchange environment to Office 365 and the rollout of Microsoft Teams • Supported local and remote branch employees with all technological needs • Monitored and administered the entire Citrix framework • Performed user account administration and maintenance • Organized and executed a Windows Server upgrade from 2008/2012R2 to 2019 including domain controllers and raising the AD functional level • Managed daily network and systems support, troubleshooting and upgrading • Developed and handled the re-design of the entire Citrix infrastructure Show less • Completed an installation of SD-WAN using Fortinet Firewalls • Designed, coordinated and implemented a full datacenter migration from on-premises hardware to a hosted private cloud • Planned and directed the re-build and migration of the Cisco phone system including the conversion of pots lines to sip trunks • Assisted in the move from a locally hosted Microsoft Exchange environment to Office 365 and the rollout of Microsoft Teams • Supported local and remote branch employees with… Show more • Completed an installation of SD-WAN using Fortinet Firewalls • Designed, coordinated and implemented a full datacenter migration from on-premises hardware to a hosted private cloud • Planned and directed the re-build and migration of the Cisco phone system including the conversion of pots lines to sip trunks • Assisted in the move from a locally hosted Microsoft Exchange environment to Office 365 and the rollout of Microsoft Teams • Supported local and remote branch employees with all technological needs • Monitored and administered the entire Citrix framework • Performed user account administration and maintenance • Organized and executed a Windows Server upgrade from 2008/2012R2 to 2019 including domain controllers and raising the AD functional level • Managed daily network and systems support, troubleshooting and upgrading • Developed and handled the re-design of the entire Citrix infrastructure Show less



Broders Skunkware

• DATA / OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

  • Sep 2013 - Present

  • Configured and managed databases in custom software. • Leveraged multiple data sources to keep attributes of athletes throughout a competition up-to-date and relevant for use in live television production graphics. • Brainstormed hardware and software updates to optimize system performance and enhance the user interface. • Organized and established data communications in a wide range of environmental conditions on both copper and fiber mediums. • Configured and managed databases in custom software. • Leveraged multiple data sources to keep attributes of athletes throughout a competition up-to-date and relevant for use in live television production graphics. • Brainstormed hardware and software updates to optimize system performance and enhance the user interface. • Organized and established data communications in a wide range of environmental conditions on both copper and fiber mediums.



Supplemental Health Care

• United States
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 700 & Above Employee

• System Administrator

  • Jul 2019 - Jun 2020

  • Designed, implemented, maintained and troubleshooted all systems on the LAN/WAN. • Contributed to the coordination and implementation of a full datacenter equipment refresh, including edge routers, switch fabric, VMware hosts and a Nimble storage appliance. • Planned and completed multiple projects to centralize company resources into the data center including 30 individual VOIP and NTFS systems. • Tested and implemented new technologies for security, automation and intrusion… Show more • Designed, implemented, maintained and troubleshooted all systems on the LAN/WAN. • Contributed to the coordination and implementation of a full datacenter equipment refresh, including edge routers, switch fabric, VMware hosts and a Nimble storage appliance. • Planned and completed multiple projects to centralize company resources into the data center including 30 individual VOIP and NTFS systems. • Tested and implemented new technologies for security, automation and intrusion detection. • Supported central and branch servers as well as network infrastructure performance and availability. • Designed and oversaw weekly update and patch maintenance projects to server and network infrastructure. • Coordinated, configured and implemented the replacement of 30 new Fortigate routers in remote office branches. • Organized timelines for vendors, peers and helpdesk staff project deliverables. • Completed multiple travel related assignments in branch offices.

• Junior System Administrator

  • Mar 2019 - Jul 2019

  • Implemented a new service to allow remote imaging and installation of company computers saving multiple days on setup and shipping of each individual system. • Documented enterprise server topology, system configurations and network architecture. • Acted as liaison for the technical teams to the project leadership team and management. • Troubleshooted and resolved any technical issue in a timely manner to maintain our network and client SLA’s. • Identified ongoing cost… Show more • Implemented a new service to allow remote imaging and installation of company computers saving multiple days on setup and shipping of each individual system. • Documented enterprise server topology, system configurations and network architecture. • Acted as liaison for the technical teams to the project leadership team and management. • Troubleshooted and resolved any technical issue in a timely manner to maintain our network and client SLA’s. • Identified ongoing cost optimization and performance enhancement.

• IT Analyst

  • Nov 2017 - Mar 2019

  • Administrated accounts in multiple systems including Active Directory, Exchange and Office 365. • Installed and maintained computer, peripheral and networking equipment for local and remote offices. • Provided technical assistance and expertise to company employees in person and over the phone. • Built relationships and environments of high morale, motivation and teamwork between colleagues and end users.



One2Go Event Services

• Park City, Utah

• Sports Timing Professional

  • Mar 2015 - Mar 2018

  Provide timing and scoring as well as staging and sound to regional, state, national and world cycling events. Provide timing and scoring as well as staging and sound to regional, state, national and world cycling events.



Michiana Timing

• Grand Rapids, MI

• EVENT MANAGEMENT / OPERATIONS PROFESSIONAL

  • Mar 2011 - May 2015

  • Managed the networking equipment, data, timing and results for timed events ranging from high school track and field to world-class horse jumping. • Configured and operated specialized networking and optical equipment in order to supply live results to on-site and web-based audiences. • Managed day-to-day operations from start to finish, while assuring customer satisfaction to build long-term loyalty in client base. • Created custom macros for quicker calculations, web uploads, and… Show more • Managed the networking equipment, data, timing and results for timed events ranging from high school track and field to world-class horse jumping. • Configured and operated specialized networking and optical equipment in order to supply live results to on-site and web-based audiences. • Managed day-to-day operations from start to finish, while assuring customer satisfaction to build long-term loyalty in client base. • Created custom macros for quicker calculations, web uploads, and formatting of data to and from specialized software. • Patched and maintained all the networking equipment, computers and cabling used at each event. • Thrived in opportunities for out-of-the-box thinking to provide solutions to problems that needed to be resolved as quickly as possible without the correct or necessary equipment. Show less • Managed the networking equipment, data, timing and results for timed events ranging from high school track and field to world-class horse jumping. • Configured and operated specialized networking and optical equipment in order to supply live results to on-site and web-based audiences. • Managed day-to-day operations from start to finish, while assuring customer satisfaction to build long-term loyalty in client base. • Created custom macros for quicker calculations, web uploads, and… Show more • Managed the networking equipment, data, timing and results for timed events ranging from high school track and field to world-class horse jumping. • Configured and operated specialized networking and optical equipment in order to supply live results to on-site and web-based audiences. • Managed day-to-day operations from start to finish, while assuring customer satisfaction to build long-term loyalty in client base. • Created custom macros for quicker calculations, web uploads, and formatting of data to and from specialized software. • Patched and maintained all the networking equipment, computers and cabling used at each event. • Thrived in opportunities for out-of-the-box thinking to provide solutions to problems that needed to be resolved as quickly as possible without the correct or necessary equipment. Show less



Grand Valley State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• EVENT MANAGEMENT / OPERATIONS PROFESSIONAL

  • Dec 2010 - May 2015

  • Managed the networking equipment, data, timing and results for timed events ranging from high school track and field to world-class horse jumping. • Configured and operated specialized networking and optical equipment in order to supply live results to on-site and web-based audiences. • Managed day-to-day operations from start to finish, while assuring customer satisfaction to build long-term loyalty in client base. • Created custom macros for quicker calculations, web uploads, and… Show more • Managed the networking equipment, data, timing and results for timed events ranging from high school track and field to world-class horse jumping. • Configured and operated specialized networking and optical equipment in order to supply live results to on-site and web-based audiences. • Managed day-to-day operations from start to finish, while assuring customer satisfaction to build long-term loyalty in client base. • Created custom macros for quicker calculations, web uploads, and formatting of data to and from specialized software. • Patched and maintained all the networking equipment, computers and cabling used at each event. • Thrived in opportunities for out-of-the-box thinking to provide solutions to problems that needed to be resolved as quickly as possible without the correct or necessary equipment.

• Vice Provost Assistant

  • Jan 2012 - Dec 2012

  Performed daily IT tasks / operations and helped with Vice Provost projects.

• Digital Services Provider

  • Aug 2010 - Dec 2011

  Supplied digital services and support to all Grand Valley Professors and staff.



The Timing Guys

• Brighton, MI

• EVENT MANAGEMENT / OPERATIONS PROFESSIONAL

  • Jun 2010 - May 2015

  • Managed the networking equipment, data, timing and results for timed events ranging from high school track and field to world-class horse jumping. • Configured and operated specialized networking and optical equipment in order to supply live results to on-site and web-based audiences. • Managed day-to-day operations from start to finish, while assuring customer satisfaction to build long-term loyalty in client base. • Created custom macros for quicker calculations, web uploads, and… Show more • Managed the networking equipment, data, timing and results for timed events ranging from high school track and field to world-class horse jumping. • Configured and operated specialized networking and optical equipment in order to supply live results to on-site and web-based audiences. • Managed day-to-day operations from start to finish, while assuring customer satisfaction to build long-term loyalty in client base. • Created custom macros for quicker calculations, web uploads, and formatting of data to and from specialized software. • Patched and maintained all the networking equipment, computers and cabling used at each event. • Thrived in opportunities for out-of-the-box thinking to provide solutions to problems that needed to be resolved as quickly as possible without the correct or necessary equipment. Show less • Managed the networking equipment, data, timing and results for timed events ranging from high school track and field to world-class horse jumping. • Configured and operated specialized networking and optical equipment in order to supply live results to on-site and web-based audiences. • Managed day-to-day operations from start to finish, while assuring customer satisfaction to build long-term loyalty in client base. • Created custom macros for quicker calculations, web uploads, and… Show more • Managed the networking equipment, data, timing and results for timed events ranging from high school track and field to world-class horse jumping. • Configured and operated specialized networking and optical equipment in order to supply live results to on-site and web-based audiences. • Managed day-to-day operations from start to finish, while assuring customer satisfaction to build long-term loyalty in client base. • Created custom macros for quicker calculations, web uploads, and formatting of data to and from specialized software. • Patched and maintained all the networking equipment, computers and cabling used at each event. • Thrived in opportunities for out-of-the-box thinking to provide solutions to problems that needed to be resolved as quickly as possible without the correct or necessary equipment. Show less



Huron Clinton Metroparks

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• GIS Mapping Technician and Analyst

  • Nov 2012 - Mar 2015

  • Collected key data points needed to enable engineering, planning and operations departments to make better informed decisions about future utility and building locations. • Used ESRI ArcGis Software with data collected and additional layering to map and analyze geographic information. • Contributed unique and personal information from individual, location-specific experience to new design and construction projects. • Collected key data points needed to enable engineering, planning and operations departments to make better informed decisions about future utility and building locations. • Used ESRI ArcGis Software with data collected and additional layering to map and analyze geographic information. • Contributed unique and personal information from individual, location-specific experience to new design and construction projects.



Kensington Metropark

• Milford, Mi

• Golf Course Maintenance

  • May 2008 - Aug 2012

  Maintain golf course grounds and irrigation system. Maintain golf course grounds and irrigation system.



Huron Valley Schools

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Lifeguard

  • Aug 2005 - Mar 2007

  Worked as a team with other employees to ensure patrons safety and facility cleanliness. Worked as a team with other employees to ensure patrons safety and facility cleanliness.