Resourceful system administrator with a proven ability to tackle diverse technical challenges using a focused and innovative approach. Adept at problem-solving and decision-making, leveraging 14 years of progressive IT experience. Organized and dependable, excelling in managing multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude. Demonstrates a willingness to take on additional responsibilities to ensure the achievement of team goals.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
System Administrator
St. Paul Education Regional Division No. 1
09.2010 - Current
Installed important security and functionality patches to maintain optimal protections against intrusion and system reliability.
Designed proactive preventive maintenance schedules to prevent unnecessary downtime and hardware faults.
Provisioned new software and hardware for use, following established security policies.
Managed onboarding and offboarding of employees.
Worked with users to determine areas of technology in need of improved usability.
Maintained flexible schedule and responded to after-hours and weekend emergencies.
Monitored networks and network devices to resolve technical problems quickly.
Implemented and maintained virtual private networks.
Devised scripts and automation tools to improve system efficiency.
Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues.
Diagnosed and executed resolution for network and server issues.
Implemented, developed and tested installation and update of file servers, print servers and application servers.
Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
Installed and configured network printers and other peripheral devices.
Planned and implemented upgrades to system hardware and software.
Designed and evaluated WAN and LAN connectivity technologies.
Analyzed network traffic and performance metrics to optimize system performance.
Computer Graphic Design
Caribou Cresting
01.2000 - 01.2010
Behavioural Consultant
WJS
01.1989 - 01.2000
Education
Rehabilitation Practitioner -
Grant MacEwan College
Edmonton, AB
Computer Repair -
Stratford Career Inst
Correspondence Course
Computer Graphics -
Stratford Career Inst
Correspondence Course
Skills
Up to date on current software and hardware in order to make recommendations for purchasing
11 years self directed area management experience
Designed and taught variety of workshops and seminars
Proven ability to problem solve and work effectively with others
Hardware troubleshooting
Hardware and software installation
Technical Support
Desktop troubleshooting
Network Troubleshooting
Server Management
Server maintenance
Network Administration
References
References available upon request
Timeline
System Administrator
St. Paul Education Regional Division No. 1
09.2010 - Current
Computer Graphic Design
Caribou Cresting
01.2000 - 01.2010
Behavioural Consultant
WJS
01.1989 - 01.2000
Rehabilitation Practitioner -
Grant MacEwan College
Computer Repair -
Stratford Career Inst
Computer Graphics -
Stratford Career Inst
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