Brien Abbott Email & Phone Number

Atlanta, Georgia

Works directly with the technology tools. Conduct the deployment of new systems and services, the creation of IT vendor contracts, the development of policies and initiatives.Develop the information technology strategy for the Company, implementing the policies and goals for the IT department. Analyze the business requirements of different departments and conducts feasibility studies to determine the best use of technical resources.Responsible for the management, strategy and… Show more Works directly with the technology tools. Conduct the deployment of new systems and services, the creation of IT vendor contracts, the development of policies and initiatives.Develop the information technology strategy for the Company, implementing the policies and goals for the IT department. Analyze the business requirements of different departments and conducts feasibility studies to determine the best use of technical resources.Responsible for the management, strategy and execution of IT infrastructure for the Company. Management of information systems, database management, and global information management coupled with risk mitigation.Rapidly deploy VMware virtualized network and infrastructure including Exchange Servers, SQL, Citrix XenApp, Disaster Recovery and ensure business continuity. SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, Solve real-world technology challenges. Evaluate new technologies for competitive advantage. Apply contemporary business principles integral to a high-tech organization. Engage in high-level technological support, such as maintaining network hardware and software equipment, and monitoring equipment to ensure overall network operations. Reactive to critical situations (i.e.: unexpected disruptions to service, or service improvements), Making sure that computer hardware and network infrastructure related to the Company's data network are effectively maintained. Monitoring the performance of the network, checking for security breaches, and poor data management practices by end users.Management and maintenance of desktop computers, servers, printers, switches, routers, firewalls, software implementations, security updates, VPN gateways, file servers, intrusion detection systems and a wide range of additional technologies associated with both software and hardware within the network.Provide Level 1, 2, 3 and 4 support at all times 7 days a week. Show less

Atlanta, Ga

· Engineered, implemented and administered wide area network supporting seven locations across the southeast· Defined, built and maintained security for LAN/WAN environments including intrusion detection and virus protection· Predicting, quantifying, and managing risk through implementation of centrally deployed policy driven active security· Analyzed and optimized network performance through sniffer technology· Integrated thin client architecture for client server applications… Show more · Engineered, implemented and administered wide area network supporting seven locations across the southeast· Defined, built and maintained security for LAN/WAN environments including intrusion detection and virus protection· Predicting, quantifying, and managing risk through implementation of centrally deployed policy driven active security· Analyzed and optimized network performance through sniffer technology· Integrated thin client architecture for client server applications utilizing NT Terminal Server and Citrix· Supported SBT Accounting software and custom Visual FoxPro relational databases for mission critical applications· Created Information Systems standards and policies to support seven locations· Managed execution of vendor work upgrading software and network components· ERP & MRPII software integration with existing manufacturing process and accounting structure· Determined business process bottlenecks through gap analysis · Guided development staff for proprietary software upgrade and implementation · Established VPN architecture to enable remote users secure access to network applications· Managed PBX for all locations utilizing Nortel and Toshiba hardware· Implemented Voice over Frame technology to reduce intra-company costs by 53%· Integrated computer controlled machinery with engineering systems to automate manufacturing Show less

Charlotte, Nc

· Installed NT based networks· Migrated Novell based LANs to NT· Provided on site LAN/WAN support for customers· Tested, reported and optimized network performance for clients · Performed risk analysis to establish framework for implementation of information asset protection strategies· Implemented policy driven security schemes leveraging existing business processes and work flow management applications· Streamlined business processes through technology, from accounting… Show more · Installed NT based networks· Migrated Novell based LANs to NT· Provided on site LAN/WAN support for customers· Tested, reported and optimized network performance for clients · Performed risk analysis to establish framework for implementation of information asset protection strategies· Implemented policy driven security schemes leveraging existing business processes and work flow management applications· Streamlined business processes through technology, from accounting and inventory control to manufacturing and output Show less

San Diego, Ca And Charlotte, Nc

· Invaluable time earning experience with various manufacturing processes hands-on· Introduced technology to various manufacturing industries· Implemented CAD / CAM systems to maximize materials and minimize costly mistakes· Provided technology support for emerging new businesses

Peterborough, Nh

· Aided local companies to adapt technology into business process· Provided PC support for local businesses· Sold hardware and provided telephone support for nation-wide software and hardware mail order business

Peterborough, Nh

· Reviewed and debugged software for publication of national PC software distributor· Tested and reported software performance for national publications· Developed recommendations for software protection/security schemes

Certificate

NT 4.0 Track – Continued education for current versions Microsoft Server Environments and Core Technologies Exchange Server 5.5 to current.

Certified

Citrix Certified

Graduate, Economics, 3.9

High School Graduate