Tommer Cole
Anaheim
Summary
Highly skilled Network Administrator with four years of military experience as a 25N Nodal Network Systems Operator-Maintainer. Expert in managing secure SIPR and NIPR networks and proficient in operating Cisco routers, switches, and VMware. Proven track record in leading teams, strategic planning, and maintaining $40 million worth of high-value equipment. Adept at collaborating with industry leaders such as General Dynamics and Cisco to enhance system capabilities. Recognized for ensuring 100% operational readiness and providing secure communications for high-profile military personnel. I am seeking to leverage extensive technical expertise, advanced training, and leadership skills in a challenging civilian IT role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Administrator
U.S. ARMY
04.2014 - 02.2018
- Network Management: Designed, implemented, and managed communication networks for over 200 users, achieving 100% operational readiness and uptime
- Team Leadership: Supervised and trained a team of 10+ personnel in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of advanced networking equipment, improving team efficiency by 30%
- Equipment Oversight: Oversaw the maintenance and security of highly sensitive equipment valued at over $40 million, maintaining zero losses and ensuring optimal performance
- Collaboration: Partnered with industry leaders such as General Dynamics and Cisco to execute system upgrades and enhance network capabilities, leading to a 20% increase in network performance
- Strategic Planning: Directed the strategic planning and deployment of satellite and site setups, ensuring secure and reliable communication networks across diverse and challenging environments
- Technical Proficiency: Installed and maintained thousands of meters of fiber optic and coaxial cables, ensuring robust, high-speed, and secure network connections critical to mission success
- Secure Communications: Established and managed secure communication networks for high-profile users, including the Army Chief of Staff, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information
- Network Troubleshooting: Diagnosed and resolved network issues promptly, reducing downtime by 25% and improving overall network reliability
- Cybersecurity Implementation: Implemented cybersecurity protocols and conducted regular security audits, enhancing network security and preventing unauthorized access
- Disaster Recovery Planning: Developed and executed disaster recovery plans to ensure network continuity and data integrity during emergencies, resulting in zero data loss incidents
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintained detailed documentation of network configurations, maintenance activities, and security measures, facilitating compliance with military standards and aiding in future troubleshooting
- User Training: Conducted training sessions for end-users on network security best practices and basic troubleshooting, increasing user awareness and reducing helpdesk tickets by 15%
- Inventory Management: Managed inventory of network equipment and supplies, ensuring timely procurement and availability of critical components, leading to uninterrupted network operations
- Quality Assurance: Conducted regular quality assurance checks on network installations and upgrades, ensuring adherence to military standards and optimizing network performance
- Interoperability Testing: Performed interoperability testing with various military communication systems to ensure seamless integration and functionality, enhancing operational effectiveness.
Education
College Degree in Business Information Systems -
California State University-Fullerton
05.2024
Trade school in Network Administration -
U.S. Army Signal School - Fort Eisenhower, GA
01.2015
Skills
- Systems Analysis
- Computer Science
- Cisco routers (4 years)
- Customer service
- Active Directory
- Help desk
- IT support
- Network Support
- Operating systems
- Time management
Certification
- CompTIA It fundamentals, Present
- IT networking and Cisco routing, Present
Personal Information
Title: Network administrator
Timeline
Network Administrator
U.S. ARMY
04.2014 - 02.2018
College Degree in Business Information Systems -
California State University-Fullerton
Trade school in Network Administration -
U.S. Army Signal School - Fort Eisenhower, GA
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