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Helping companies advance their technical footprint and move into the Cloud. Let me know how I can assist your organization to advance to that next level!• Managed Azure Lift and Shift, Seed and Swing migrations.• Lead application and infrastructure modernization efforts.• Resolved Security and Compliance issues• Architected and Performed Landing Zone build, deployments, and reviews• Application Solutions Architecture and template creation• Designed and implemented deployment and architectural procedures• Managed project timelines and resources• Acted as Azure Subject Matter Expert for Infrastructure and Azure Modernization• Previously ACTSolution with title Senior Solutions Architect. Merged April 2022

Houston, Texas, Us

• Redesigned On-Premises networking and Server Infrastructure.• Managed shift from Microsoft Business to Microsoft E5 license.• Performed Migration from Hybrid domain infrastructure to full Cloud infrastructure with Azure AD.• Implemented and defined Microsoft Intune for MDM management.• Migrated company to full cloud functionality in less than a year.• Configured and maintained SEIM rollout for Azure sentinel.• Saved the company over $100,000.00 per year in unused or unnecessary licensing and infrastructure costs.• Performed additional cost saving analysis and located an additional $70,000.00 in potential infrastructure savings.• Implemented Infrastructure as Code for Corporate, Production and Development environments.• Enforced CIS level 2 compliance standards onto the current security and infrastructure of the company.• Assisted with the Soc 2 Type 2 compliance measures and tracking for Azure and On-premises resources.• Oversaw IT helpdesk and support projects to ensure user functionality.• Performed onboarding and security briefings for new hire personnel.• Managed Hardware purchases and fleet rollout for the company.• Managed and implemented corporate backup procedures and retention policies.• Designed and implemented vulnerability scanning and remediation solutions.

Grand Rapids, Michigan, Us

Microsoft / 1st Source Bank - Designed PCI compliant infrastructure as code. - Planned out the greenfield migration of applications, databases, and connectivity.Expro Group - Deployed global infrastructure as code to Azure. - Created governance policies and documentation. - Performed assessment of existing infrastructure and redesign.Uniguest - Designed scalable global network infrastructure as code for 5 Azure regions. - Created disaster recovery plan. - Developed business continuity and monitoring solutions. - Reduced costs by reducing subscription sprawl.Microsoft / Savills Studley - Provided infrastructure review and redesign. - Migrated applications from multiple Azure subscriptions into governed subscription.Tans4mative/Team Inc - Developed multi-subscription infrastructure as code. - Consulted with Team Inc infrastructure teams to redesign network to reduce cost, sprawl, and subscription bloat. - Developed governance policy for corporate and business lines.Kendra Scott - Designed a PCI compliant, scalable, high availability Virtual Desktop solution and infrastructure as code. - Developed multi-factor authentication (MFA) for Environment. - Created new Domain with hardened group policy. - Designed web portal.GoFigure - Migrated company to Azure AD and Microsoft 365. - Deployed SMTP SendGrid.Microsoft / Ensco - Developed secure infrastructure as code for AWS and Azure migrations for multiple regions based on satellite link locations for global rig connectivity. - Developed a disaster recovery plan.Prime Flight - Created an Azure for nationwide remote workforce after merger. - Migrated email from multiple Exchange servers to Microsoft 365. - Migrated multiple ADDS to new Azure AD tenant. - Migrated and consolidated SharePoint sites. Discount Tires - Consulted on migration from Lotus notes to Hybrid Exchange and O365. - Provided security consultation and analysis of Azure security and compliance standards.

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

- Deployed Windows Server 2016 server infrastructure. - Deployed Windows 10 Console stations and hardware. - Managed Team of 5 members - Coordinated Package deployments and resolved issues with deployments and application packages.

Houston, Texas, Us

- Built and designed High Availability Microsoft Failover Cluster Environments. - Managed Hyper-V Remote Desktop Services and Remote Application Deployments. - Performed, and implemented Windows 10 deployments. - Designed Windows Server 2012 R2 networks spanning multiple sites. - Implemented Office 365 solutions with Azure AD. - Deployed cloud based server solutions for multiple companies. - Performed diagnostics and repaired Microsoft Server infrastructure for clients so that it conformed to Best Practices. - Proposed Mobile office infrastructures for clients looking to take advantage of new Microsoft cloud solutions. - Performed Network and Security audits and provided solutions to found ailments.

Houston, Tx, Us

Nabors - Houston, TX - Windows 10 Proof of Concept Delivery. - Created Workbook and documentation with data from SCCM and AD. - Lead technicians through windows 10 Hydration Kit to understand image creation and Maintenance process. - Educated staff on Task Sequence creation and application packaging and reviewed latest security features of windows 10.Computer Science Corporation - Houston, TX - SCOM Concept of Operations Documentation for several regions. - Designed and Proposed support structures for SCOM maintenance.Occidental Petroleum - Houston, TX - Windows 10 Hardware Analysis, and readiness assessment. - Created Documentation and workbook for analysis. - Assisted with Windows 10 Proof of Concept.SunEdison - Saint Peters, MO - Windows 10 Hardware Analysis, and readiness assessment. - Created AD/Azure RMS/SCM,SCOM Design Documentation and Windows 10 Readiness workbook for analysis. - Assisted with Windows 10 Proof of Concept.American Bureau of Shipping - Houston, TX - Windows 10 Hardware Analysis, and readiness assessment. - Created Documentation and workbook for analysis.Exterran - Houston, TX - Lead Consultant in charge of deployment teams in multiple locations - Completed AD migration for North American business units. - Traveled to onsite locations to assist and lead team deployments in multiple states.Chevron Phillips Chemical - The Woodlands, TX - Tasked with SCCM application integration and migration from Windows XP to Windows 7. - Completed SCCM application integration of over 500 applications. - Lead meetings to resolve application integration and packaging issues -- never missed a deadline. - Trained personnel on multiple continents on deployment techniques and troubleshooting. - Managed teams of technicians from multiple countries thru deployments for Asia Pacific Region and the United States.

Office and server room deployments/moves. Small, medium, and large business contracted server support. Small and medium business website development. Onsite troubleshooting and consultation.

Carollton, Tx, Us

- Proposed and built Windows Server 2008/2012 Hyper-V high availability and Windows Server 2008/2012 Microsoft Fax server environments for new and prospective clients, reducing issues onsite with deployments, and never missing a deadline.- Audited Server Security and backup procedures, and worked with onsite personnel to resolve issues- Resolved all permissions and security based issues within multiple domains for multiple Hospital Divisions.- Handled and resolved all daily server hardware projects as sole Server Technician.- Responsible for traveling to client location to resolve hardware issues, and server moves.- Built current Testing environment for all Development.- Created BTU report / HVAC proposal for Houston location.- Resolved client security policy issues with our products and suggested solutions to resolve ongoing issues.- Wrote and restructured both the shipping and RMA procedures for eSolutions that is used in Houston and Dallas, TX.

- Resolved DNS issue and Network latency issues that were present upon my arrival. - Resolved Active Directory permissions and security issues upon my arrival, and restructured testing network environment.- Installed, tested, and configured backup solution for Solutions lab VMware virtual environment to backup critical data in case of system failure. Saved company from catastrophic failure shortly thereafter with backups created.- Setup and configured VMware Storage certification array to test and certify all Pivot3 hardware sold thru their partner alliance to maximize company profits.

- Contracted to stage and complete server and critical systems move from One Allen Center to new Hess Tower in downtown Houston, TX.- Managed IBM TSM (Tivoli Storage Manager) move and update to restore functionality to corporate backup system.- Installed and troubleshot software and hardware on Windows, Unix, and Linux systems.

- Responsible for 4 client locations; Parkway Chevrolet, Parkway Family Mazda, Parkway Family Kia, and Parkway Family Body Shop.- Built and Deployed new Domain for entire company including DHCP servers, DNS servers, Active Directory setup, SonicWall firewalls, and Barracuda Web filters.- Rebuilt wireless networks, and replaced all core routing within the facility. - Redeployed site from a 10/100 network to a 10/100/1000 network. - Created and Managed VPN and B2B solutions for the employees and satellite facilities. - Opened file Sharing and domain access to 5 locations while securing all traffic. - Planned and accomplished website and server moves for several company sites.- Built VMware Desktop environment to use with existing thin client machines.- Provided IT purchase recommendations on all inbound projects and system upgrades.- Built, maintained, and updated client websites.- Built and Maintained VMware ESXi Environment to minimize physical server space.- Installed and troubleshot software and hardware on Windows, Mac OSx, VMware, and Linux systems.

Houston, Tx, Us

- Sole support representative for the entirety of Europe, and Africa. One of two for Australia.- Supported Windows OS, network issues, printer troubleshooting, company software, Paymetron and EZDebit credit payment systems, and third party applications.- Maintained iGo Learning Center reports, content, support requests, and user database.- Wrote help files and customer walkthroughs for version 2 and 3 of the software, - Worked as one of only 3 Access database Data Repair Technicians.- Worked extensively with Adobe Photoshop and RoboHelp.- Presented Webinar training and info sessions regularly.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies