Experience

Start Mortgages DAC

• Ireland
• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• IS Engineer

  • Oct 2015 - Present

  Dublin At present I am implementing a number of security solutions and upgrading the network for Start Mortgages. Some of the improvements that I have implemented are: Commissioning a new NAC system which monitors and informs engineers of any security issues. Commissioning Varonis monitoring software which investigates any abnormal user behaviour on the file systems and then alerts the proper authority to any changes. I introduced a SIEM utility that centralizes logs and makes it easier… Show more At present I am implementing a number of security solutions and upgrading the network for Start Mortgages. Some of the improvements that I have implemented are: Commissioning a new NAC system which monitors and informs engineers of any security issues. Commissioning Varonis monitoring software which investigates any abnormal user behaviour on the file systems and then alerts the proper authority to any changes. I introduced a SIEM utility that centralizes logs and makes it easier for monitoring the network I have changed the complete backup system of the company introducing veeam and making the backup a more reliable and robust system. I have installed a nas system to replace an old tape system for backing up. I have introduced Azure and at present am migrating the companies’ resources to the cloud. Show less



Thomas Conroy

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Consultant/Project Engineer

  • May 2008 - Oct 2015

  Dublin Consultant/Project Engineer 05/2008 - 09/2015 I contracted out my services to various companies by providing support and backup as well as improving and reassessing security vulnerabilities. These projects involves the installation and support of IT security technologies including VPN's, Web & E-mail content filtering, Intrusion Prevention Systems and Anti-virus protection. I work on varied and different projects all aimed at improving a companies over all… Show more Consultant/Project Engineer 05/2008 - 09/2015 I contracted out my services to various companies by providing support and backup as well as improving and reassessing security vulnerabilities. These projects involves the installation and support of IT security technologies including VPN's, Web & E-mail content filtering, Intrusion Prevention Systems and Anti-virus protection. I work on varied and different projects all aimed at improving a companies over all network and security standpoint. I comunicate to a customer how important it is to constantly upgrade systems and protect their data as best possible. Key Achievements I improved many networks and put in place tighter and stronger network security access this also benifits the client by reducing down time and premotes more work efficent practices. I provide solutions to clients on many IS issues making better and stronger work envoirments. I work on many projects keeping their delivery on time and in budget. Show less



Compupac Computers

• Network Engineer/Security

  • Feb 2007 - May 2008

  Compupac Computers 02/2007 – 05/2008 Network Engineer/Security During my time with Compupac I was the senior engineer managing junior engineers and providing them with backup and assisting them in as many way possible. I provided technical leadership to the various customers for their information security programs. I mentored and trained junior engineers in information security. I installed and maintained security infrastructures, assessed threats, risks, and… Show more Compupac Computers 02/2007 – 05/2008 Network Engineer/Security During my time with Compupac I was the senior engineer managing junior engineers and providing them with backup and assisting them in as many way possible. I provided technical leadership to the various customers for their information security programs. I mentored and trained junior engineers in information security. I installed and maintained security infrastructures, assessed threats, risks, and vulnerabilities from emerging security issues. Key Achievements I trained other engineers and improved their knowlege of networks. I provided a excellent support to customers and imporved their networks. Show less



Seimens

• Network Engineer/Security

  • Jun 2006 - Feb 2007

  Fujitsu Siemens 06/2006 – 02/2007 IT Consultant/Project Engineer I was Involved in the upgrade of the AIB Bank's Windows based platform to a Linux based platform. I upgraded the AIB Cisco routers and switches in the AIB bank branches around the country and testing the communications link back to the main hub over MPLS lines and backup ISDN links. I tested new Cisco ios configs, this also included the management change over of all new equipment in each branch. Key… Show more Fujitsu Siemens 06/2006 – 02/2007 IT Consultant/Project Engineer I was Involved in the upgrade of the AIB Bank's Windows based platform to a Linux based platform. I upgraded the AIB Cisco routers and switches in the AIB bank branches around the country and testing the communications link back to the main hub over MPLS lines and backup ISDN links. I tested new Cisco ios configs, this also included the management change over of all new equipment in each branch. Key Achievements I worked on an amazing broad based project which tested my abilities and gave me great experience in cisco equipment. I deliveried a professional service which benifited the speed and integratory of the project. Show less



APN Group

• IT Consultant

  • Dec 2004 - Nov 2005

  APN Group, Australia 12/2004 – 11/2005 IT Consultant/Project Engineer I monitored and maintained physical and logical security and access to systems. Responsible for support of existing security policies and procedures, as well as creation and implementation of new security procedures. modernization of firewalls, and inbound e-mail security and robustness. Auditing of the entire network resource - ensuring licensing agreements were being upheld and no illegal software… Show more APN Group, Australia 12/2004 – 11/2005 IT Consultant/Project Engineer I monitored and maintained physical and logical security and access to systems. Responsible for support of existing security policies and procedures, as well as creation and implementation of new security procedures. modernization of firewalls, and inbound e-mail security and robustness. Auditing of the entire network resource - ensuring licensing agreements were being upheld and no illegal software was in use on the network. Presented options to management for the enhancement of DNS, firewall. Creating Sop’s for the setting up of systems and new user’s on the company's network. Configuring and setting-up of Checkpoint security platform. Key Achievements I provided a better and a more compliant network to meet iso standards Show less



Infinity IT

• Senior Engineer

  • Feb 2002 - Sep 2004

  Infinity Integration Technology 04/2002 – 09/2004 Senior Engineer/Security I maintained existing computer systems and upgrading entire networks for Infinity's customers. I configured VPN’s, Firewalls, Sonic Wall’s, Defendo’s and Network security. Providing a link between Infinity's customers and their various software houses ensuring their software is compliant with existing software on their network and validating the packages. Administrating and implementing Server 2003… Show more Infinity Integration Technology 04/2002 – 09/2004 Senior Engineer/Security I maintained existing computer systems and upgrading entire networks for Infinity's customers. I configured VPN’s, Firewalls, Sonic Wall’s, Defendo’s and Network security. Providing a link between Infinity's customers and their various software houses ensuring their software is compliant with existing software on their network and validating the packages. Administrating and implementing Server 2003, Sco UNIX and Linux. Key Achievements Meeting the customers needs and providing an excellent service. Show less



Interlink

• Network Engineer

  • Mar 2001 - Apr 2002

  Interlink 03/2001 – 04/2002 Network Engineer I managed and the maintained the LAN and the sub-offices of Interlink throughout Ireland. I was later contracted back to Interlink from Infinity IT to upgrade their server’s from NT and Novell to server 2003. My role in Interlink involved linking sub-offices to the main depot through VPN's, Writing scripts to check for license agreement breaches on the network and drive mapping, Administrating Active Directory and Novell Netware… Show more Interlink 03/2001 – 04/2002 Network Engineer I managed and the maintained the LAN and the sub-offices of Interlink throughout Ireland. I was later contracted back to Interlink from Infinity IT to upgrade their server’s from NT and Novell to server 2003. My role in Interlink involved linking sub-offices to the main depot through VPN's, Writing scripts to check for license agreement breaches on the network and drive mapping, Administrating Active Directory and Novell Netware projects. Key Achievements Upgrading the network and introducing new technologies. Show less



Initiative Computers

• Service Technician

  • Jun 1999 - Mar 2001

  Initiative Computers 06/1999 – 03/2001 Service Technician I maintained various LAN's and WAN's as network manager. Configuring Cisco routers and maintaining a Frame Relay WAN, Project management such as the upgrading of a PBX for Boston Scientific, Installing Video conferencing and the setting up of Gate Keeper, which allowed employees limited access within the building to improve safety and security. Key Achievements Managing and project managing in a major… Show more Initiative Computers 06/1999 – 03/2001 Service Technician I maintained various LAN's and WAN's as network manager. Configuring Cisco routers and maintaining a Frame Relay WAN, Project management such as the upgrading of a PBX for Boston Scientific, Installing Video conferencing and the setting up of Gate Keeper, which allowed employees limited access within the building to improve safety and security. Key Achievements Managing and project managing in a major coperation. Show less