Information Technology Consultant Procurement Officer Government contracting

 Deploys, configure, and manage upgrades, replication, backup, and recovery of current databases Performs day-to-day SQL administration; maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, ensuring data availability Participates in the design, maintenance, enhancement, coding, and administration of relational databases Administers VMWare ESXi virtual servers and performs regular system updates, patches, and configurations Reviews database jobs, backup logs, user connections and system memory Monitors user access and performance of the database systems; provide log and error reporting information Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve database-related issues efficiently

 Proficiency in configuring, monitoring, and maintaining server hardware and software components, including server provisioning, virtualization, and containerization Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, routing, firewall management, network monitoring, and troubleshooting Experience with scripting languages like PowerShell, Bash, or Python to automate routine tasks Familiarity with security principles, access controls, vulnerability management, antivirus solutions, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and security best practices

 Ability to assess potential threats, analyze risks, and develop security protocols and strategies to ensure the safety  Experience in coordinating and responding to security incidents, emergencies, and crisis situations Understanding of gathering, analyzing, and interpreting threat intelligence to identify potential risks, emerging trends, and security vulnerabilities

 Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and resolves hardware, software, and other network and system problems Knowledge of managing system updates, applying patches, and ensuring system security through timely updates and vulnerability remediation Expertise in managing and administering various operating systems like Windows Server and Linux distributions

• Performed client-level information technology configuration, management, and troubleshooting functions to include installing Flashed ROM, VPN, and implementing whitelisting on Apple/Android devices.• Configured, managed, and troubleshot peripheral devices to include hardware replacement to restore communications systems and security.

• Designed and maintained LANs and system-level wide area networks and performed regular server configuration and management, including network security, backup and recovery, and internal communications and disaster contingency.• Managed and installed printers, desktops, laptops, cables, hard drives, and monitors valued at over $200 thousand. • Created and maintained email addresses and distribution lists in MS Exchange.• Delivered desktop support for company, preformed remote troubleshooting, documentation issues and resolutions • Managed User Accounts on Active Directory (Creation, Deletion, Permissions, and VPN access).• Maintained and updated network cabling connected all office and department internal computers.• Managed the information technology department operations and technical staff.• Prepare and communicate status and performance reports to staff and other management teams• Serves as the Intermediate point of contact for troubleshooting hardware/software PC problems. Monitors system performance, performs backups, creates and manages elevated user accounts, assigns privileges, and installs software. Responsible for the analysis, installation, maintenance, and upgrade of computer software and hardware.

◆ Investigate security incidents and violations, and provide written reports with recommended corrective disciplinary actions ◆ Monitor close circuit TV (Security cameras and monitors in Operations Center) ◆ Provided on-line incident report documentation including the intimal investigative process and escalation of investigations and events as well as mitigation advice and guidance to reporting parties ◆ Inventoried and managed printers, desktops, laptops, cables, hard drives, and monitors for repair programs valued in over $1M ◆ Troubleshot automation equipment and systems to the degree required for isolation of malfunctions to specific hardware or software

◆ Facilitated and participated in weekly staff training/educational sessions to increase knowledge, create high levels of motivation, and inspire team to achieve profitability criteria ◆ Analyzed transactions to continuously find methods to simplify procedures, improve processes, and maximize resources ◆ Researched and resolved invoice reconciliation/database management and made recommendations for resolution within the framework of proper Cost Accounting Standards ◆ Supervised installations, operations and maintenance on manual and automated telecommunications equipment for multiple computer networks ◆ Provided on and off-site field technical leadership and project management for users, computers and infrastructure