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New York, New York, United States

Over 6 years of experience in IT management, network engineering, and systemadministration, with a strong focus on using open-source solutions to driveefficiency and cost savings. Proven ability to manage and support diverse ITinfrastructures across Linux (Ubuntu), Windows (Server 2016/2019, 10/11), andmacOS environments. Led the design and implementation of secure networksusing pfSense, OpenVPN, and VMware ESXi, ensuring high availability and robustperformance.Expert in deploying and managing open-source platforms such as Nextcloud forcloud-based storage, OpenProject for project management, and pfSense for networksecurity. Skilled in troubleshooting complex systems, optimizing network operations,and maintaining seamless integration across multi-platform environments. Adept atleading IT teams, managing IT budgets, and ensuring compliance with security policies.

Quezon City, National Capital Region, Philippines

Managed the school’s IT infrastructure, administering a network serving over3,000 students and staff.• Deployed and maintained Active Directory for user authentication, managingstudent and faculty accounts, group policies, and access control across thecampus.• Implemented and managed a captive portal for Wi-Fi access, ensuring secure,role-based internet access for students, faculty, and guests.• Confgured and optimized network services, including DNS, DHCP, andfrewalls, ensuring high availability and performance of all systems.• Supported the deployment and maintenance of school-wide computer labs,ensuring reliable access to learning resources across both Windows and Linuxenvironments.Details352 E. Rodriguez St., Brgy. SanVicenteAngono, 1930Philippines09957810081bryanpercival.tan@gmail.comN A T I O N A L I T YFilipinoD A T E / P L A C E O F B I R T HDecember 4, 1980LeyteSkillsWindows 10, 11Ubuntu ServerWindows Server 2019Vmware ESXIPfsenseLDAPWordpressLAMPInternet Information ServicesMicrosoft SQL ServerAdobe PhotoshopLayer 3 Network Administration(Routing, IP Addressing,Subnetting)Layer 2 Networking (SwitchManagement, MAC Addressing)System Administrator2FA• Led efforts to enhance security through regular updates, patch management,and user training on IT best practices.• As a part-time IT instructor, taught courses on network administration, ActiveDirectory, and basic IT security, preparing students for industry certifcations.• Collaborated with school administration to improve technology integration inclassrooms and to support e-learning platforms.

Caloocan City, National Capital Region, Philippines

Deliver lectures and hands-on training on software development, hardwarecomponents, and network administration, providing students with boththeoretical knowledge and practical skills.• Teach courses on topics such as operating systems, network infrastructure,hardware troubleshooting, and software installation/confguration.• Guide students through projects involving network setup, hardwareconfguration, and software implementation, preparing them for real-world ITchallenges.• Designed and implemented classroom labs, including virtualized environmentsusing VMware ESXi, giving students hands-on experience withindustry-standard tools.• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, ensuring course materials refectcurrent industry trends and best practices.• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum and incorporate the latestopen-source tools and software solutions into coursework.

Alaminos, Calabarzon, Philippines

Train students in Computer System Servicing, focusing on hardware assembly,software installation, troubleshooting, and network confguration.• Teach Active Directory management for user authentication, including settingup and managing user accounts, groups, and permissions.• Guide students through confguring fle sharing services in both Windows andLinux environments, integrating fle permissions and access control using ActiveDirectory.• Conduct practical sessions on diagnosing and repairing hardware components,such as motherboards, hard drives, and RAM.• Lead hands-on training in local area network (LAN) setup, includingrouter/switch confguration and network security.• Teach essential software skills, including operating system installation, systemsecurity, and software confguration.• Prepare students for industry certifcations in computer hardware, networking,and IT administration, using real-world scenarios.• Ensure profciency in IT troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, andcustomer support, with a focus on fle sharing and network management.• Continuously update training materials to refect evolving industry standardsand technologies

Valenzuela, National Capital Region, Philippines

As IT College Faculty, teach a range of courses covering softwaredevelopment, hardware troubleshooting, and network administration-, equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.• Lead courses on topics such as operating systems, web development, databasemanagement, and network security, ensuring students are prepared forreal-world IT environments.• Serve as Head Tech, overseeing the institution’s IT infrastructure, managingservers, networks, and user accounts, including the implementation of ActiveDirectory for user management and fle sharing.• Ensure the smooth operation of classroom IT equipment, computer labs, andnetworking resources, supporting both students and faculty in their technicalneeds.• As Webmaster, manage the institution’s website, overseeing content updates,backend server management, and security protocols to ensure the site’sfunctionality and user experience.• Maintain and troubleshoot the school’s web presence, ensuring reliable hosting,regular backups, and secure data handling.• Collaborate with faculty and administrators to implement new technologies andintegrate digital tools into the classroom and administrative workfows.