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Greenville Texas

Integrate complex systems containing specialized software, commercial applications and embedded operating systems. Configures, tests and trouble shots Windows based systems in a clustered environment. Conducts performance testing to identify bottlenecks and architectural issues affecting overall system performance and resource utilization. Coordinates with hardware and software vendors. Uses expertise to identify, isolate, and resolve challenging technical issues. Manages requirements in a… Show more Integrate complex systems containing specialized software, commercial applications and embedded operating systems. Configures, tests and trouble shots Windows based systems in a clustered environment. Conducts performance testing to identify bottlenecks and architectural issues affecting overall system performance and resource utilization. Coordinates with hardware and software vendors. Uses expertise to identify, isolate, and resolve challenging technical issues. Manages requirements in a DOORS database. Provides technical oversight and review support to development groups during product design and development. Develops test plans and procedures and executes same during test and integration phases of project. Continues to interface with customer during development and test phases to insure customer requirements are being met. Provides OCONUS deployments for prototype testing, production support, and sell off of assigned subsystems. Works with management to develop and adhere to schedules and budgets required to accomplish assigned work. Provides regular status updates for ongoing work efforts to keep management and customer informed Show less

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ITT EXELIS (Vandenberg, CA)2012 to PresentSr. Communications Engineer Jan 2012 - Present: As a Range Engineer I am responsible for supporting multiple large scale engineering projects for (SLRSC) program through the entire project life cycle including requirement development, hardware design, hardware development, installation, Information Assurance, System Administration, Network Engineering, and test.• Successfully completed STIG implementation and remediation after GOLD DISK… Show more ITT EXELIS (Vandenberg, CA)2012 to PresentSr. Communications Engineer Jan 2012 - Present: As a Range Engineer I am responsible for supporting multiple large scale engineering projects for (SLRSC) program through the entire project life cycle including requirement development, hardware design, hardware development, installation, Information Assurance, System Administration, Network Engineering, and test.• Successfully completed STIG implementation and remediation after GOLD DISK and RETINA scans without impacting functionality for multiple projects.• Successfully completed ST&E dry runs and formal ST&E for multiple projects on time. • Successfully implemented Router/Switch configurations and migrated non compliant configurations to the following devices: Cisco 4506, 6513, 7606, 3750, and 2960G to Cisco 3945E, 3925E, 3750X, 7606, 2960S, 2911, Nexus 5596, 5548UP, 5596UP and Nexus 2224TP for multiple large network infrastructures, and translated CLI from older IOS to newer IOS and implement changes for non EAL4 compliant devices.• Successfully, performed duties as system administrator implementing changes to MS Server 2008 local and global policies, firewall changes, and software installations for multiple projects.• Successfully Created level 2 test procedures for multiple projects.• Successfully performed technical analysis on anomalies for multiple projects using the Endace probe to capture packets for analysis.• Installed, configured and Administered CISCO UCS servers 2008 R2, RAID 10, 1, 0, DOMAIN Controllers, DNS, Active Directory, CISCO PRIME, and SolarWinds.•Translated CLI from older IOS to later IOS to implement configuration changes without impacting schedule or functionality Show less

Provides daily strategic leadership on processes and procedures for this highly respected global security company engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Maintained a zero single point of failure from a human capital standpoint. •Successfully developed and implemented an online SW installation request tool, which became the standard operating procedure for the SBIRS program. Led the… Show more Provides daily strategic leadership on processes and procedures for this highly respected global security company engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Maintained a zero single point of failure from a human capital standpoint. •Successfully developed and implemented an online SW installation request tool, which became the standard operating procedure for the SBIRS program. Led the tool through peer review to capture baseline; utilized extensive hardware engineering background to ensure the success of HW drawing audits and CM audit tool development efforts.•Achieved a 35% time reduction on Version Description Document (VDD) completions by evaluating necessary information required for VDDs and creating a new format.•Standardized the directory structure for CM tools (previously no structure in place)—significantly reducing impacting errors to customer user and the test environment by 15% and 40%, respectively.•Led in-house developed software installations at multiple sites. Eliminated single point of failure on installations for multiple baselines by reverse engineering tools used, becoming a local area expert, and cross-training new team members. Show less

Functioned as an Operations Launch Management Team member for HW Engineering; organized anomaly working groups, tracked anomalies, and coordinated key engineers to resolve anomalies. Served as an Site Ops Integrator; coordinated and planned Site Strategic and Tactical schedules by deconflicting site resources using an in-house created tool that automated the process of finding conflicts. Performed system integration, verification, and validation; technical planning; and supportability and… Show more Functioned as an Operations Launch Management Team member for HW Engineering; organized anomaly working groups, tracked anomalies, and coordinated key engineers to resolve anomalies. Served as an Site Ops Integrator; coordinated and planned Site Strategic and Tactical schedules by deconflicting site resources using an in-house created tool that automated the process of finding conflicts. Performed system integration, verification, and validation; technical planning; and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Was responsible for the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions.•Continuously improved processes and procedures for site operation and integration, the Ops Integration infrastructure; created tools—such as an integrated database that connected to MS Project, Excel, and Word—which enhanced data gathering (for metrics) efficiencies. Show less

Oversaw complex computer, communications, and networking systems, including a network system used for troubleshooting and configuration, for a firm that provided telecommunications, IT, maintenance/operations, and engineering solutions for clients in the government and private sectors. Functioned as a storage area network (SAN) expert; analyzed network problems/issues along with cluster database errors and developed plans of action to correct errors. •Was instrumental in driving… Show more Oversaw complex computer, communications, and networking systems, including a network system used for troubleshooting and configuration, for a firm that provided telecommunications, IT, maintenance/operations, and engineering solutions for clients in the government and private sectors. Functioned as a storage area network (SAN) expert; analyzed network problems/issues along with cluster database errors and developed plans of action to correct errors. •Was instrumental in driving significant improvements to system performance. Established processes and procedures for completing PMI tasks on network equipment. Developed training plans for operational network configurations. Created a training database to track professional and local training completions. Show less

Built and configured the approved design and architecture for command. Performed ISSA duties for the command and three detachments. Implemented fixes for all vulnerabilities. •Drove a 60% increase in network performance during a Windows NT to Windows 2000 platform integration by upgrading hubs, switches, and routers and optimizing media device configurations. Documented, evaluated, and identified needs for improvement on the existing network, while ensuring compatibility… Show more Built and configured the approved design and architecture for command. Performed ISSA duties for the command and three detachments. Implemented fixes for all vulnerabilities. •Drove a 60% increase in network performance during a Windows NT to Windows 2000 platform integration by upgrading hubs, switches, and routers and optimizing media device configurations. Documented, evaluated, and identified needs for improvement on the existing network, while ensuring compatibility requirements. Implemented various hardware improvements and upgrades. •Upgraded data storage from RAID 3 to RAID 5 along with a 50% increase in storage capacity.•Researched and developed a firewall proposal (gaining approval) that saved the command $70K. Implemented and configured all firewalls; installed network monitoring software; and generated Crystal Reports (to demonstrate firewall capabilities)—the firewall cut network intrusions by 95%. Show less

Managed a Network Administration team that oversaw 4 network systems, 2 Ethernet-based LANs, and 25 circuits. Integrated HW and SW from a Novell 4.11 network environment to Window NT. Identified migration requirements; evaluated benefits versus cost of proposed modifications; and developed and presented plans for staff approval.•Spearheaded an initiative to optimize network performance for the command environment. Built and implemented a new architecture that increased system… Show more Managed a Network Administration team that oversaw 4 network systems, 2 Ethernet-based LANs, and 25 circuits. Integrated HW and SW from a Novell 4.11 network environment to Window NT. Identified migration requirements; evaluated benefits versus cost of proposed modifications; and developed and presented plans for staff approval.•Spearheaded an initiative to optimize network performance for the command environment. Built and implemented a new architecture that increased system performance by 40% and reduced circuit outage time by 30%. Worked with managers to ensure user needs and requirements were met. •Performed new system testing and analysis; facilitated data migration; configured new security policies; and monitored HW and SW for incompatibilities, collisions, and device failures. Developed related training procedures.•Integrated communications HW for the US Commander Seventh Fleet Medical Symposium, which was completed three days ahead of schedule and increased communications capabilities by 10%. Earned a Special Recognition Award. Show less