Phil Schaefer Email & Phone Number

St. Louis, Missouri, Us

Responsible for designing, developing, testing, implementing, maintaining, documenting, and supporting solutions running on IBM AIX, Power hardware and WebLogic middleware. Administration and support of backup, systems management, storage and middleware products running on AIX and Linux both on prem and in AWS.

Build and automate highly available, elastic, and secure cloud-based infrastructure to support the needs of client workloads. Working in a wide variety of areas including infrastructure automation, security, configuration management, continuous integration, continuous deployment

St. Louis, Missouri, Us

Responsible for designing, developing, testing, implementing, maintaining, documenting, and supporting solutions running on IBM AIX, Power hardware and WebLogic middleware. Administration and support of backup, systems management, storage and middleware products running on AIX and Linux both on prem and in AWS.-Responsible for administration of ~100 LPARs on Power 8 and Power 7 hardware.-Implemented LPAR2RRD monitoring and assisted with Dynatrace monitoring for AIX LPARs and WebLogic domains-Provide capacity planning and resource adjustments for PowerVM systems -Administration of Oracle WebLogic and provide support for application deployments-Administration of EMC storage and network file shares-Administration of IBM Workload Scheduler-Assist with security vulnerability remediation and regular OS and application patching

Chesterfield, Missouri, Us

Unix Administrator for Enterprise Fleet Management-Responsible for administration of ~100 LPARs on Power 8 and Power 7 hardware.-Implemented LPAR2RRD monitoring and assisted with Dynatrace monitoring for AIX LPARs and WebLogic domains-Provide capacity planning and resource adjustments for PowerVM systems -Administration of Oracle WebLogic and provide support for application deployments-Administration of EMC storage and network file shares-Administration of IBM Workload Scheduler-Assist with security vulnerability remediation and regular OS and application patching-Current projects include build out of additional WebLogic servers and domains for legacy app migrations, Kerberos authentication for oracle databases, and automation for system recovery of hardware loss.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

-Responsible for administration of ~100 LPARs on P7 and P8 hardware-Also supporting Linux administration of SUSE/RHEL servers-Current projects include Data Center migration from Pennsylvania to Georgia, Implementing system monitoring with LPAR2RRD, Migrating from VSCSI to NPIV on all LPARS, and improved automation for system restores.

New York, Ny, Us

-Responsible for administration of ~180 LPARs on P770/P570 hardware in remote datacenter-Provide root cause analysis and performance monitoring for all IBM Power systems-Provide 24/7 support in an on call rotation-Implemented new monitoring using LPAR2RRD to get detailed CPU and memory usage.-Current projects include IBM Power Systems Team lead for data center migration. creating project plan and timeline for migration of all power systems from Toronto data center to new facility in Jackson, MS. Developing policies and plans to implement regular TL/SP upgrades for AIX servers. Serving on standards and requests committee to improve IT department processes and move towards a more ITIL like environment.

Herndon, Virginia, Us

-Build and administer test environments in Vmware vcloud director.-Create documentation and installation guides-Troubleshooting for Windows Server, AD, Exchange, BES, Good Mobile, SQL, and many other applications

St. Louis, Mo, Us

-Perform tier III support for Windows Server, AIX, RHEL, SUSE, Solaris, Citrix, and Vsphere 5.1-Administer IBM XIV storage solutions-Provide root cause analysis and performance monitoring for ~4000 servers-Create documentation and training on open systems-Provide 24/7 support in an on call rotation-Projects include upgrade of production Vmware infrastructure from 4.0 to 5.1, Remediation of security vulnerabilities in AIX/Solaris/RHEL, Updating documentation and processes for disaster recovery of open systems.

St Louis, Missouri, Us

Part of the Systems Operations Team with a focus on Cisco Routing/Switching/Telephony.-Network Administration of world headquarters and ~300 stores across the US, Canada, and UK-Daily Administration of IP telephony running Cisco Call Manager 8.5 and Call Manager Express-Monitor and Administer network port security using Cisco NAC-Responsible for creating and maintaining VPN accounts and access lists for BABW employees and 3rd party vendors-Administration of Windows Server (2000 - 2008) both physical and virtual using VMware vSphere 5.0-Responsible for daily log monitoring and administration of Trend Micro web proxy-Tier II Macintosh desktop/server support-Develop and provide training for service desk technicians to provide better collaberation and knowledge transfer to entry level employees-Provide 24/7 support in an oncall rotation

St Louis, Missouri, Us

-Primary backup to the Systems Architect.-Develop and maintain system images using Microsoft SCCM.-Prep and deploy new systems and servers both physical and virtual in a Windows 2003/2008 environment-Prepare proposals and recommendations in response to requests for workstation hardware and software purchases and upgrades- Monitor and maintain all regularly scheduled network disk backup operations including offsite backups at a remote office.- Serve as helpdesk level II contact with all members of the firm, in the resolution of workstation hardware and software related problems in a Windows XP/7 environment.-Support Blackberry, Palm, Windows Mobile, and iPhone devices, and manage Blackberry Enterprise Server.-Maintain standalone SQL 2000/2005/2008 servers for various software packages.-Maintain Cisco IP Phone system and setup new phones.-Responsible for and assisted in all major projects including implementing a VM Ware environment, upgrading document management system, upgrading time and billing software, and installation and maintenance of Dell Equilogic SANS-Interview and train new hires to the department.-Create and update system documentation-Provide 24/7 after hours support as part of an on call rotation-Currently working on upgrading interoffice connectivity, increasing SAN capacity and implementing replication to a remote office as part of the development of a DR plan, upgrading Microsoft Exchange 2003 to 2010.

St. Louis, Missouri, Us

-Responsible for maintaining ~1500 computers and laptops in a network consisting of mainly Windows XP.-Hardware and software integration as well as hardware replacement and parts ordering for laptops and desktops.-User management through active directory.-Install and instruct students and faculty on use of software and peripherals both remotely and on-site.-Operation of Copy Center copiers and poster printers.

Belleville, Illinois, Us

Responsible for the repair and maintenance of customer machines working with Windows 95, 98, ME, 2000, and XP.Train new employees and interns from local colleges/universities for work as contracted technicians for local businesses and schools.Provide in-house, phone, and on-site computer services for customers.Install and instruct users on use of software and peripherals.Troubleshoot PC’s and networks.Run cable and make patch cables for homes and businesses.Install PC's, software, hardware components, and networking equipmentBelleville Township High School East/Wes, District #201Responsible for maintaining ~1000 computers in a network consisting of Windows XP, 2000, Me, 98, 95, and Linux systems.Major duties involve hardware and software integration, server maintenance, and user support.Provide security measures for workstations, servers, and networkTrain new full-time technician as new contracted employee for the school district.