Blake R. Email & Phone Number

United States

Chattanooga, Tn

Microsoft Software & Systems Academy (MSSA) is an intensive, full-time, 17-week program that includes academic and technical training, certification testing and practical exercises focused on installing, configuring, managing, and advancing the usage of IT resources on premise, in the cloud or in a hybrid combination to meet the technology needs of major organizations. Concepts include PowerShell Scripting, Linux Fundamentals, Networking, Identity and Active Directory, Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 and Azure Administration. • Install and configure server core, local storage, Hyper-V and Virtual Machines, high availability, disaster recovery, failover cluster, and create and manage deployment images. • Plan and implement IPv4 networks, DHCP, DNS, Direct Access, VPN, and Distributed File System.• Install and configure Domain Controllers, manage Active Directory Domain Services, Certificate Services and Group Policy. • Use and Manage virtual networking, virtual machines and related technologies in Azure to plan, configure, control, optimize, and support private cloud infrastructures, systems and applications.

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Prepare and review contract documents for industrial and commercial construction projects and develop scope packets for field teams. Read blueprints and establish documents control program for required pre-construction documents,

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Worked as company subject matter expert on import operations, regulations, and compliance. Liaison between foreign shippers, ocean carriers, customers, and additional stakeholders on international air/ocean shipments

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Worked with cross-functional logistics teams to coordinate international freight movements from ocean carriers and airlines. Function as a liaison between customers and shippers providing shipment forecasting and delays.

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Coordinated and supervised commercial construction activities, managing subcontractors and project team expectations and ensuring all quality assurance standards were met.

Mid-Level aviation and training advisor responsible for coordinating annual training exercises, and cross border and customs clearance missions.

Flight platform subject matter expert working to train junior crew members on flight responsibilities. Served as senior adviser to the company commander regarding aerial gunnery qualifications and maintained the aircrew training program

Performed detailed inspection and analysis of flight-critical hardware and significant components. Responsible for the repair and replacement of faulty items and completed readiness-level training to become an aviation crew member. Crew member responsibilities include airspace surveillance, fuel management, communication, and troubleshooting skills.