It Technician
Jpi Worldwide
Worked in Afghanistan deploying WISP systems to remote combat outposts and forward operating bases. Responsibilities included obtaining and maintaining a government security clearance, carrying heavy equipment long distances, living in less than idea situations, programming Cisco and Mikrotik routers, wireless access points, microwave links, RADIUS servers, VOIP and installing network cabling and fiber optics, installing and aiming 1.8 to 2.4m satellite dishes, and solving problems without readily available parts, materials, equipment or tools. Particularly proud of the 30 foot freestanding microwave tower I built with salvaged lumber and parachute cord to solve issues with line of site between access points. Traveled to over 35 sites in Afghanistan both on and off NATO, ISAF and US military installations. Used CRM systems like vTiger to document and record all activity and work to maintain good communication and documentation. Returned home through Africa performing similar duties in Niger, Djibouti and Ethiopia.In September of 2012 I was assigned to work at Aegis Defense Systems’ facility supporting the security detail for the U.S. Embassy in Kabul. Managed, installed and deployed Windows 2003 and 2008 servers, Cisco and OmniSwitches, WatchGuard firewall and VSAT systems. Maintained and help install fiber optic and CAT-5e/6 throughout the buildings on the campus. Installed a managed UBNT wireless system to replace a ragtag collection of access points. Managed and expanded the SQL based biometrics system and GEMS system (RFID tags) to provide the Department of State a checks and balances system for Aegis’ invoices and accountability for the staff. Supported the welfare network to provide internet access to over 800 rooms and personnel. Repaired computers, printers, tablets and cell phones. Wrote detailed reports, documentation and SOPs. Attended meetings with senior Department of State staff to coordinate and communicate the status of our project.