Worked on large-scale changes, deployments, and migrations in data centers for a prominent healthcare provider. (Kyndryl is a company that emerged as a spinoff from IBM..)• Automated Quality Assurance, Audit, and Compliance through scripting and PowerShell• Created comprehensive PowerShell scripts aimed at validation and compliance, which include security validation for my team. These scripts consist of thousands of lines and significantly reduce the time required for each project. A manual task that once took an entire day to finish can now be completed in merely 10 minutes due to the implementation of automation.• Collaborated across teams to track and deliver build projects to successful completion• Worked on Cyber Resiliency projects and implemented Stretched Clusters• Assessed, planned, requested, and coordinated resource deployment for server builds including data center space, IPs, Networks, and SAN storage to facilitate upgrades, migrations, and augmentations.• Created complex cabling forms for servers and submitted complex changes in approval systems.Installed and configured ESXi hosts, built VMWare High Availability Clusters and vSphere Distributed Switches• Performed Security Hardening, and added Custom Certificates• Worked on VMware Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC) in the Azure cloud, AVSSKILLS:Virtualization: VMware / Azure AVS - VMware / Hyper-V / IBM Cloud / Nutanix Disaster Recovery: SRM, Zerto, RubrikOperating Systems: Linux / Unix / Windows Server / Mac OSAccount Security: CyberArk, RSA ACE, Nessus / McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator / EncryptionNetworking: TCP/IP Networking / SSH / SSL / DNS Database: Oracle 11g R2 / SQL Server / MySQL Language: Bash, PowerShell, Python, vSphere PowerCLIMicrosoft: Active Directory / DHCP Server / DNS Server / Group Policies / Hyper-V / OfficeMethodology: ITIL / SACM / FedRAMP, ISACA - CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)Other: VMware View / vRealize

• Worked on large-scale changes, deployments, and migrations in data centers for a prominent healthcare provider• Automated Quality Assurance, Audit, and Compliance through scripting and PowerShell• Created comprehensive PowerShell scripts aimed at validation and compliance, which include security validation for my team. These scripts consist of thousands of lines and significantly reduce the time required for each project. A manual task that once took an entire day to finish can now be completed in merely 10 minutes due to the implementation of automation.• Collaborated across teams to track and deliver build projects to successful completion• Worked on Cyber Resiliency projects and implemented Stretched Clusters• Assessed, planned, requested, and coordinated resource deployment for server builds including data center space, IPs, Networks, and SAN storage to facilitate upgrades, migrations, and augmentations.• Created complex cabling forms for servers and submitted complex changes in approval systems.Installed and configured ESXi hosts, built VMWare High Availability Clusters and vSphere Distributed Switches• Performed Security Hardening, and added Custom Certificates• Worked on VMware Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC) in the Azure cloud, AVSSKILLS:Virtualization: VMware / Azure AVS - VMware / Hyper-V / IBM Cloud / Nutanix Disaster Recovery: SRM, Zerto, RubrikOperating Systems: Linux / Unix / Windows Server / Mac OSAccount Security: CyberArk, RSA ACE, Nessus / McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator / EncryptionNetworking: TCP/IP Networking / SSH / SSL / DNS Database: Oracle 11g R2 / SQL Server / MySQL Language: Bash, PowerShell, Python, vSphere PowerCLIMicrosoft: Active Directory / DHCP Server / DNS Server / Group Policies / Hyper-V / OfficeMethodology: ITIL / SACM / FedRAMP, ISACA - CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)Other: VMware View / vRealize

• Guided operations, optimization, deployments, and migrations for the SEC account• Evaluated current business processes and proposed workflow enhancements based on industry best practices• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful completion of build projects• Contributed proactively to internal customer knowledge base wiki through documentation• Conducted VMware performance tuning analysis and execution• Supported Windows/UNIX team during patching cycles using IBM BigFix

• Led performance analysis of Verizon's 5G distributed geospatial production system, delivering crucial feedback to developers• Conducted web application analysis and supported IIS and ESRI systems• Utilized 3GIS, ESRI, ArcGIS platform for geographic information system (GIS) and infrastructure operations• Provided support for 3-Tier Website and Application development, conducting performance analysis• Collaborated on product development with third party vendors• Supported virtualization (VMware & AWS) and Linux/Microsoft Windows platforms• Delivered technical support for complex issue investigation, diagnosis, and resolution• Reviewed and recommended improvements to existing system designs• Executed VMware performance tuning and contributed to demand and capacity planning• Utilized Jira for issue tracking

• Worked on large-scale changes, deployments, and migrations in data centers for a prominent healthcare provider• Automated Quality Assurance, Audit, and Compliance through scripting and PowerShell• Collaborated across teams to track and deliver build projects to successful completion• Worked on Cyber Resiliency projects and implemented Stretched Clusters• Assessed, planned, requested, and coordinated resource deployment for server builds including data center space, IPs, Networks, and SAN storage to facilitate upgrades, migrations, and augmentations.Created complex cabling forms for servers and submitted complex changes in approval systems.• Installed and configured ESXi hosts, built VMWare High Availability Clusters and vSphere Distributed Switches• Performed Security Hardening, and added Custom Certificates• Ensured systems integration by making various software and hardware components work together, following up with customers on deliverables and making necessary adjustments.

(formerly Verizon Cloud)• Spearheaded VMware SME responsibilities in the Audit and Quality Assurance Team in Verizon Cloud's Highly Managed Hosting BU.• Performed all audits, encompassing security compliance, quality control, and penetration testing of infrastructure components including physical and virtual servers, load balancers, switches, routers, and storage in a critical environment serving commercial and federal clients• Presented project status and results to senior management through written and verbal reports• Cultivated and maintained strategic relationships between internal audit and the IT organization• Demonstrated expertise as a Subject-Matter Expert (SME) in VMware technology• Contributed to the End-to-End IT Life-Cycle process• Verified and certified devices with 1,000+ check points prior to acceptance by Fortune 500 and Federal customers, collaborating with cross-functional teams to address issues before release and recommending enhancements for future project deployments • Evaluated devices such as Linux, Windows, databases, web servers, VMware, network switches, routers, load balancers, and storage• utilized hands-on experience with Linux, Windows Servers, VMware, and tools like NetIQ, Solarwinds, and CyberArk in managing Highly Managed Cloud Hosting Services for Healthcare, Commercial, and FedRAMP systems (with security clearance) System Analysis.• Public Trust Tier 4 high security clearance with PIV card• Federal work experience

• Spearheaded VMware SME responsibilities in the Audit and Quality Assurance Team in Verizon Cloud's Highly Managed Hosting BU.• Performed all audits, encompassing security compliance, quality control, and penetration testing of infrastructure components including physical and virtual servers, load balancers, switches, routers, and storage in a critical environment serving commercial and federal clients• Presented project status and results to senior management through written and verbal reports• Cultivated and maintained strategic relationships between internal audit and the IT organization• Demonstrated expertise as a Subject-Matter Expert (SME) in VMware technology• Contributed to the End-to-End IT Life-Cycle process• Verified and certified devices with 1,000+ check points prior to acceptance by Fortune 500 and Federal customers, collaborating with cross-functional teams to address issues before release and recommending enhancements for future project deployments • Evaluated devices such as Linux, Windows, databases, web servers, VMware, network switches, routers, load balancers, and storage• utilized hands-on experience with Linux, Windows Servers, VMware, and tools like NetIQ, Solarwinds, and CyberArk in managing Highly Managed Cloud Hosting Services for Healthcare, Commercial, and FedRAMP systems (with security clearance) System Analysis.• Public Trust Tier 4 high security clearance with PIV card• Federal work experience

• Performed testing and maintenance of ESX, ESXi, and vCenter Server (VC) with a focus on infrastructure and operations.• Ensured the verification of patches and fixes before release and developed customized patch solutions.• Collaborated with product support and software developers to create and implement test plans, resolving customer issues effectively.• Conducted thorough testing on systems and performed systems analysis to enhance overall performance.

• Performed testing and maintenance of ESX, ESXi, and vCenter Server (VC) with a focus on infrastructure and operations.• Ensured the verification of patches and fixes before release and developed customized patch solutions.• Collaborated with product support and software developers to create and implement test plans, resolving customer issues effectively.• Conducted thorough testing on systems and performed systems analysis to enhance overall performance.

• Deployed new systems, troubleshooted hardware and software issues, and resolved ticketed problem escalations• Managed and trained new hires on server, switch, and VDI / Horizon system management• Collaborated with marketing team for technical presentations at VMworld 2009, VMworld 2010, and VMworld Europe (Copenhagen)• Contributed technical knowledge base articles for internal VMware engineering community for rapid issue resolution• Conducted product testing for VMWare View BETA, serving as Subject Matter Expert (SME) on VMware software• Proficient in ITIL and Software Asset and Configuration Management• Designed, implemented, and maintained server configurations, clusters, and file servers• Conducted performance benchmarking projects and evaluated McAfee Antivirus and Hardware/Software Encryption for security compliance• Created multiple boot loader server environments for Linux, Windows, Mac OS, and VMware using GRUB and LILO• Conducted test systems, systems analysis, computer diagnostics, Unix administration, desktop administration, and Windows administration.

• Administered engineering and development systems across multiple distributions of Linux, Windows, OSX, and VMware software within the R&D department at VMware• Successfully converted to full-time employee at VMware due to exceptional performance and achievements• Provided expert support for engineers by demonstrating proficiency in various distributions of Linux, Windows, OSX, and VMware software• Proficient in infrastructure technologies and systems administration, ensuring seamless operations within the organization

• Administered engineering and development systems across multiple distributions of Linux, Windows, OSX, and VMware software within the R&D department at VMware as a Robert Half Technologies contractor.• Demonstrated expertise in multiple distributions of Linux, Windows, OSX and VMware software to provide support for engineers.

• Coordinated IT infrastructure deployment and management at Trailhead Restaurant, strategically located at the entrance gate of the picturesque Rocky Mountain National Park in CO• Designed and implemented innovative menu offerings to enhance guest experience and drive revenue growth• Oversaw logistics and streamlined ordering processes to ensure efficient operations and minimize waste• Led recruitment efforts, conducted interviews, and hired top talent to build a strong and cohesive team• Developed and managed schedules to optimize staffing levels and maintain excellent service standards• Fostered a positive team environment through effective communication, training, and team-building initiatives• Strategically planned and executed operational strategies to achieve business objectives and surpass financial targets.