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Long Beach, California, United States

In this current role, I am entrusted with virtualization administration using VMWare 6+ in a clustered environment, ensuring increased system efficiency and resource optimization. Here, I ensure effective storage administration, overseeing backup infrastructure systems.I also monitor, maintain, and operated a high-performing production environment, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal system performance. I troubleshoot and resolve server hardware issues to ensure seamless operations. Furthermore, I implement automation strategies to streamline routine tasks, utilizing an IaaS model and employing tools like Chef. I deliver subject matter expertise in public cloud platforms, leveraging a comprehensive understanding of cloud administration principles.Noteworthy Achievements:• Attained VCP certification and currently authorize a substantial virtual infrastructure.• Authored simple to moderately complex scripts and programs for automation, tool development, framework creation, dashboard design, and alarm systems.

Sunnyvale, California, United States

In this previous role, I improved team’s strategic direction and guided product-specific teams to accomplish targeted goals. I fostered professional growth among team members through effective mentoring and coaching initiatives. I established a track record of attracting and recruiting top talent, rapidly expanding the team. Moreover, I interacted with several different teams and groups to facilitate seamless communication and collaboration.

Sunnyvale, California, United States

While serving as a Data Center Engineer III, I directed a broad spectrum of project management activities, which encompassed seamless execution of technologically focused initiatives with precision. I negotiated vendor prices and secured favorable power and colocation space contracts to optimize cost efficiency. I tracked and managed all build projects and deployments for multiple Data Center sites spanning two continents, ensuring seamless operations. I implemented rigorous capacity planning and forecasting strategies to address resource requirements and enhance operational efficiency.Significant Contributions:• Configured servers and network switches for production deployment, while leading buildouts of Data Centers, Network Points of Presence (POPs), and Network huts.

Sunnyvale, California

In this past role, I configured and deployed TOR equipment, SANs, Hypervisors, and Blade chassis. Planned, designed, and executed cabling infrastructure.I directed end-to-end inventory management, asset tracking, and timely hardware repairs as necessary. Collaborated cross-functionally with Integration, Network, and Systems Engineering teams to establish and sustain Data Centers, ensuring seamless operations. I led remote/site team technicians to set and align daily project and task priorities with company objectives.Key Highlights:• Authorized a full Data Center.• Established multiple Network Points of Presence (PoPs) and Data Centers, exhibiting expertise in infrastructure expansion.

Las Vegas, Nevada

In this past position, I played a pivotal role in client interactions, leading kick-off meetings, planning sessions, and effectively managing escalations. I acted as the primary technician and project manager for multiple clients, ensuring seamless project execution and client satisfaction. Locally within the Switch Supernap campuses and globally as a traveling Technician.I headed daily data center operations, including consulting, managing, relocating, and installing shelves, power strips, rails, cable management systems, servers, and testing Cat5, Cat5e, and Cat6 cables, adhering to ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-A/B color code standards and OSI model Layer 1 principles.I facilitated build-outs, demonstrating expertise in installing, terminating, testing, and labeling all cross-connects (copper and fiber) within data center. I identified and reported malfunctioning devices, while promptly replacing defective components as necessary. I oversaw crisis management during critical situations or major service outages. I was entrusted with server hardware checks, part replacements, and consoling activities to ensure server functionality and reliability. Inputted all device locations and cable connections into a customer-defined database, while maintaining meticulous records for efficient infrastructure management.Proudest Achievements:• Sparked client engagement initiatives by hosting calls, coordinating site visits, and conducting Data Center tours, resulting in enhanced client satisfaction.• Acted as the primary point of contact for over 25 key customer colocation accounts within Data Center, strengthening client relationships and fostering increased collaboration.Noteworthy Highlight:• Initiated and facilitated adoption of best practices in data center power, installation, and cabling that resulted in improved operational efficiency and reliability.

Audio Video Install, Automation, Networking and PC troubleshooting