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Chandler, Arizona, Us

Hands-on Information Systems Manager overseeing a team that supports 30+ locations, and 2000 users. Successfully migrated1200 endpoints, 2 Active Directory Domains, and 5000 users to Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD). I'm currently focusing on implementing an ITSM system and improving processes to enable sustainable growth. Managing multiple concurrent new site build outs from low voltage design, request for proposals, vendor management, access control & site turnover. Has led the team technically as the IT footprint has doubled. Implemented scripting and automation, saving labor and ensuring compliance requirements. Multiple IT vendor contract assessments have resulted in savings of over 500k over the lifespan of the contract.

Chandler, Arizona, Us

Internal promotion to senior system administrator as result of high performance, increased responsibility and supervising junior system administrator. Currently responsible VMware, AWS, & Azure environments and SAN storage.

Chandler, Arizona, Us

System Administrator building out a robust disaster recovery strategy leveraging AWS, Azure, and physical sites. -Reduced internal vulnerability count by 95% by building out a comprehensive patch management program. I also introduced Microsoft baseline group policies customized to our environment to harden servers & desktop and to ensure uniformity in the future.- Rolled out Remote Desktop Gateway with Multifactor Authentication (MFA). This provided a better user experienced, reduced help desk tickets, increased security and added data loss protection (DLP).

Brewer, Me, Us

IT services for businesses, focusing on providing superior IT service and products. Worked on developing systems to meet business needs and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, FINRA, NCUA). Industries include, healthcare, financial, nonprofit, and engineering.

Brewer, Me, Us

Duties included, virus removal, hardware troubleshooting and PC replacements. My duties expanded as I gained experienced and I was promoted to a system administrator after a year.

Bachelor'S Degree, Agroecology And Sustainable Agriculture

Master’S Degree, Master'S Of Divinity