Administrator of a Windows 2008 Active Directory Network with 2100 nodes, 43 servers and 4000 users. Responsibilities include, or have included, writing and managing the technology budget, working with the Business Manager in complying with eRate requirements, writing the eTech Plan, assigning tasks to network technicians, managing the Mitel phone system, specifying and deploying servers, wireless labs, and network applications, and approving all hardware and software purchases. Ensuring the viability of the Exchange 2010 Server, Active Directory, the PIX firewall, Pentamation student and financial management systems, and Veritas BackUp Exec jobs are mission-critical daily tasks. Overseeing the creation and archiving of Ghost images is regularly required. Training of teachers and staff on the use of video conferencing, streaming video, response systems and other educational tools is ongoing. Network and operating system security is monitored and controlled using LANDesk, DeepNines and DeepFreeze. Implemented proactive network monitoring using IPMonitor and 3Com's Network Director.Reduced average Helpdesk response resolution from seven days to less than twenty-four hours using a web-based ticketing system. Deployed a Barracuda spam firewall that virtually eliminated unwanted email, and a Barracuda Message Archiver for email archiving and retrieval. Migrated from Novell/Groupwise to Windows 2000/Exchange 2000, and then to Windows 2003/Exchange 2003, and now to Exchange 2010. Deployed a Juniper VPN to enable remote SSL access to network resources. Worked closely with departmental directors to implement a variety of new applications and procedures. Manage 3 ESX servers, 2 HP SANS and a DR site as well as the Data Center.Eliminated redundant and/or extraneous vendor support contracts that will save the school district in excess of $350,000 over the next five years.Wrote and continue to update the technology manual.

Built and managed IP network and VMWare infrastructure.

Project Manager for network audits, upgrades and installationsManaged eleven Technical Engineers whose various skill sets included WAN/LAN design, telephony, UNIX, router/firewall configuration and implementation, Windows NT and 2000, Novell and RS/6000 installations.

Performed onsite installations of Citrix MetaFrame, Exchange 2000, Proxy and Small Business Servers. Configured DNS, DHCP, WINS, and File & Print services on NT and Windows 2000 Servers.Deployed thin clients in LAN and WAN environments.Implemented and maintained the company's VPN and MetaFrame services.Provided pre- and post-sales support at customer locations.Developed and delivered technical training to the sales and marketing departments.

Established scope of property losses and negotiated settlements with property owners, independent adjusters and insurance companies.Designed and implemented the company's first network and website.

Branch Rookie of the Year.Million Dollar Club member.