Kent Stauffer Email & Phone Number

Santa Clarita, Ca, Us

Santa Clarita, Ca, Us

Greater Los Angeles Area

As the sole dedicated IT resource, I deliver the full range of IT services across multiple global offices, provide key input on technology strategy, and work closely with vendors. I ensure end-to-end user productivity and satisfaction. I backup / restore servers; set up new user / Gmail accounts, using Gaps Sync; disable terminated accounts; and add users to distribution groups and Comscore, Clearslide, and Seller Crowd. I establish user permissions / access (including Box.com) and utilize FileZilla to backup user data to Box.com. I use gam to forward or delegate email access, utilize KACE to install Windows OS, and troubleshoot HW / SW issues including all Windows / MS Office issues. I set up / configure Mac workstations, install / configure Great Plains Client on Accounting Computers, and perform Windows 2008 / 2012 server maintenance. I set up / maintain VoIP phones on Epik Networks Hosted Site and set up / maintain printers. I analyzed process gaps and presented KACE K1100 / K2100 as the best-fit solution to senior leadership. I then worked closely with the vendor on successful 3-month deployment. -Provided exponential operational and financial benefits on minimal initial investment. -Slashed image deployment time.-Delivered end-to-end asset transparency. -Reduced licensing costs. I transitioned the organization from a legacy antivirus solution. -Streamlined installation process—eliminating time previously required to install across individual IP addresses via capability to push installation from the console. -Reduced licensing costs and eliminated over-purchasing. I provided all necessary IT infrastructure, supporting an office move—including new APs for wireless connections, POE (Power of Ethernet) for phones, workstations, and full connectivity. -Delivered seamless transition with no unscheduled downtime. I upgraded all laptops / desktops from Windows XP to 7 and from 7 to 10.-Delivered all upgrades seamlessly.

Greater Los Angeles Area

I provided critical Windows / Mac desktop support and network administration, setup student workstations, and delivered HW / SW troubleshooting. I maintained end-user accounts, access, and rights, and administered DNS and DHCP serversI researched / tested multiple antivirus solutions across key drivers including server console layout, ease of installation, and overall performance. -Selected best-fit solution and installed across the enterprise. I researched and installed free versions of CCleaner for Windows and YASU for Mac to address performance issues. -Significantly improved performance and efficiency. I worked closely with HR to schedule new configuration install across all workstations. -Completed install over 7 weekends with 0 business impact. I utilized Norton Ghost to deploy images with PXE Boot support.-Introduced solution into production environment with SnapDeploy 2.

I provided Network Administration for 200 workstations across 9 departments for this MicrosoftCertified Technical Education Center. -Increased system stability / efficiency by leveraging DHCP Server Service on Windows 2000 Domain Controller to automatically obtain IP addresses. -Ensured network administration control for all printers by reconfiguring print devices via Print Server Role to a Windows 2000 Domain Controller.-Provided rapid updating through utilization of Windows 2000 Server and Remote Installation Service.

Mcts, Mcse

Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator • Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist

Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Aas, Computer Networking Systems

Graduated at top of the class with a AAS degree in computer networking