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Decommissioned old domain and migrated resources to Active Directory forest with an empty rootCleaned up and upgraded current forest infrastructure to Windows Server 2008 R2 in preparation for migration from Lotus Domino to Microsoft Exchange 2010Created new virtual Windows Server 2008 R2 domain controllers Consolidated Group Policy Objects for functionality and reduced login impactEnabled AD Recycle BinSet up Quest Spotlight for Active Directory

Rebuilt the entire network from the ground upVirtualized all serversSeparated roles on to new virtual serversDomain controllers held multiple roles including SQL, Exchange, File and Print etc.Built new domain controllers with only directory services installedBuilt new servers to handle the non-dc rolesImplemented a Windows 7 Professional desktop standardization project Including standard, customized build of OS as well as application deployment/installationImplemented Symantec Enterprise Vault version 8 for File System Archiving, PST Migration and Exchange ArchivingMentored the current System Administrator

Lead the administration of servers and workstations and analysis and resolution of technical issuesProficient in knowledge of Server Platforms and Desktop and Server deploymentsPart of team of engineers. When customers do not have adequate technical resources to implement the technology we are called to assist. This can range from something as simple as anti-virus installation to very large network and system integration and implementation of very sophisticated technology.Performed project assessments and participated in project implementations in key areas: security, consolidation, testing, deployment and migrationProvide pre-sales and post-sales supportSolid understanding of physical and virtual Server Technology

Understand and participate in high-level project estimating, planning, and deliverable elementsUnderstand and deliver the infrastructure development process, including developing installs/builds, designing server, application, and deployment configurations, and developing administration guidelines and documentation for both workstations and serversAble to build a network of servers 'from the ground up'Understand and implement quality standardsFunctional in knowledge of other key Microsoft technologies, including Management applications, Enterprise Communications applications, Server Platforms, and Expert technical knowledge of Microsoft server OS platforms (i.e. Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, Server 2003/2008)Proficient in Microsoft server and desktop applications, networking principles, and systems integration; Document configuration, migration, testing, and deployment solutions.Solution development, customer-interfacing and project lifecycle responsibilities in a customer-facing

Implement network solutions for customers including:Windows NT 4.0 to Windows 2003 migration / consolidationWindows 2000 to Windows 2003 migration / consolidationExchange 5.5 to Exchange 2003 migration / consolidationSample Projects:Migrated and consolidated client Windows NT 4.0 network to Windows 2003 / Active Directory including Exchange 5.5 to Exchange 2003.Client had six domains with a total of 8 domain controllers that was merged into a single domain for easier administration.Created Organizational Units to mirror previous domain structure for delegation of administration and software distribution.Used LDIFDE command line utility to migrate / merge X.500 records into Active DirectoryImplemented 800-seat Exchange 2003 to Exchange 2007 migrationMigrated Novell Directory Services (NDS) to Active DirectoryDesigned and implemented numerous Active Directory infrastructures including:Multiple AD Sites with varying replication schedules, costs and frequencies Integration of client's custom application authentication against Active Directory Application Mode (ADAM) and AD LDS

Provided high quality, professional training for students enrolled in certificate programs. Mentor new instructors to competently deliver a class to students with little technical experience.5 + years experience in training environment that easily translates to customer empathy and patience with all skill levels.Part of the administrative team for the New Horizons, Charlotte Network.User creation, email setup Exchange 2000, Active Directory, Citrix, MS Patch ManagementUpgraded single NT 4.0 domain (with Exchange 5.5 running on Backup DC) first to Active Directory with AD Connector for synchronization, then to Exchange 2000.

Install and customize network solutions for customersUsed Group Policy to upgrade client computers, both operating system service packs and applications.Fixed a client network that simply had too many "Admins" and was just in a sorry state.Patched and created a much greater security model then the network was configured.Eliminated the practice of multiple users using the same "Administrator" account for day-to-day administration. Thus making auditing possible.Brought email in-house.Client's email was outsourced to their ISP. Configured Exchange 2000 for the use of all company users.Set mailbox limits.Established a public folder structure where HR and other department documents could be stored and easily accessed by Outlook clients.Configured a backup plan.Using VERITAS backup and a Dell PowerVault tape drive configured a schedule of backups of critical and non-critical data.

Bachelor Of Science, Business Administration

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