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                                                                7728 Ramona Drive

                                                                                                                                                Navarre Fl,32566

                                                                                                                                                850.939.1774

anderson@syncro-comp.com

Donald D. Anderson

 

CAREER OBJECTIVE

 

I am seeking a position that will continue to allow me to expand my skill sets and promote my growth within the Information Technology field.  In addition to this, I would very much like to be part of a cohesive team that provides solid end user support meeting short and long term corporate/mission goals and objectives. 

 

CERTIFCATIONS

(Microsoft) MCT, MCSE, MCSA, MCDST, MCP

Managing People (U.S.) 2004

CCA Citrix Certified Administrator 2001

Master Coaching 2004

Disaster Recovery and Planning 2004

Technical Writing 2004

WWW Concepts 2004

Business Communication 2004

 

RELATED TRAINING

In Residence:

922 – Supporting WinNT Core Technologies                  868 – Exchange Server Enterprise Series

801 – Networking Service and Support                           771 – Core Technologies of Exchange Server

689 – Enterprise Networking Technologies                     688 – Internetworking TCP/IP

520 + 525 – Intranetware (Netware) 4.11 System and Advanced System Administration

        Ethernet 802.3 (General Standard – with Technical specifications)

Cabletron Spectrum Element Manager 2.0

Windows 2K and 2K3 Courses: 2152, 2285, 2151, 2153, 2154, 2274, 2275, 2276, 2277, 2285, 2261, 2262

                                                  (Alternate training list available upon request)

 

EDUCATION

·         B.A., Major: Information Systems Management Minor: Business and Management, with special emphasis on Information Management and computer applications. Expected end of 2005.

·         A.A.S., Logistics Management, Community College of the Air Force, 1992

 

PROFESSIONAL ASSETS

·         Fully capable of the administration, servicing, troubleshooting, and programming of new and existing systems with operating platforms such as DOS 2.1 - Current, Novell, NT, Windows 3.1 – 2003 including server, Unix and Linux.

·         Trained to set-up, support and administer Peer to Peer networks, LANs, WANs, and wireless network environments including a wide range of hardware and applicable software. 

·         Experienced with server and end user account / support automation through the use of batch, scripting and light programming.  Heavy emphasis on Active Directory and NDS, have completed multiple implementations.  

·         Software experience which includes but not limited to: Norton Antivirus (all versions), Norton Utilities, McAfee Antivirus (all versions), MS Office (all versions), In-house developed software, FTP software, telnet use, Visio/Visio 2000-3, FrontPage, Corel and MS Visual Studio 6 with .NET programming and utilization. 

·         Experienced in programming languages and applications to include but not limited to: Perl, CGI, HTML, Java, Access, Visual Basic, C/C++, MS scripting and or macro building, PHP, and ASP.

·         Wide range of server/workstation backup software, Exchange Server, Lotus cc-Mail, computer image creation.

·         Well versed in troubleshooting hardware which includes: network hubs, routers, thin net, cat5 and Fiber Optic cabling, coax and RJ11 & RJ45 connections, PCs, laptops, network interface cards, hard drives, scanners, printers, modems, mice, monitors, handheld devices including Palm and Microsoft versions. 

·         Evaluator and tester of new hardware and software products providing smart solutions for end users, and for better network performance and design issues. Thorough testing prior to roll-out of sophisticated IT deployments.

·         Have developed and maintained interactive Internet web, including Intranet,  sites to include secure E-Commerce, accessed daily by thousands.  Have established and managed public and private computer bulletin boards.

 

EXPERIENCE

Instructor/Technical Services Engineer                            (9/2004-Current)     Pensacola/Ft. Walton Beach, Florida

Networks of Florida

·         Position entails teaching official Microsoft curriculum preparing students for Microsoft 2003 Desktop Support Technician, Microsoft System Administration and Microsoft Engineers. Customer support/solution consulting. Instruction on topics ranging from end user PC support through and including WAN solutions via software and hardware tools and technologies.

 

Information Technology Manager                                      (9/2002-6/2004)                                      Crestview, Florida

Aerospace Integration Corporation

·         Prepared annual and long-term technology budget. Established, planned, directed, and administered the overall policies, long term goals, and managed the daily operations for the IT department.  Determined the organization's long-term systems needs and hardware acquisitions to accomplish the organization's business objectives.

·         Analyzed the needs of departments and established priorities for feasibility studies, systems design and implementation developing new and/or modifying the company's IT processing systems.

·         Created formal and informal training sessions and materials for IT staff and AIC personnel on a quarterly basis and as upgrades to software and hardware occurred.

·         Managed a team of telecommunications technicians and administrators who maintained and supported data, voice and video communication systems within the organization. Managed corporate World Wide Web presence.

·         Responsible for operation of servers, hubs, routers, switches and peripheral information system equipment and for developing schedules for equipment upgrades and/or replacement.

·         Developed and implemented information security standards and procedures.

·         After first year employment built 5 new corporate networks and saved the company over $200,000 in costs.

·         Personally installed and configured Cisco appliances including the 1700 and 2600 series to provide corporate

·connectivity and World Wide Web internet presence.

 

Network Engineer                                                 (6/2001-7/2002)                                                    Pensacola, Florida

Wavenet Technologies

·         Computer/Network/Security consultant provided a wide range of network solutions and support to both large and small businesses including local area and wide area networking.

·         Installed configured and optimized Cisco hardware appliances to include 7200, 2600, 1700, 800 series and PIX installation/configurations.

·         Provided initial documentation, training and follow up training to customers addressing any newly established technology and procedures implemented by Wavenet.

·         Operating System support to include but not limited to server and/or workstation support, networking connectivity design proposals upgrades and or installs, networking security software, configurations and installations.

·         Software support to include but not limited to Citrix, Symantec Firewall and Virus protection, Microsoft desktop operating systems and servers, Novell servers and desktop applications.

 

Director of Information Technology                  (11/2000-6/2001)                                                            Plano, Texas

Vianet Technologies

·         Responsible for analyzing computer and technological needs of 5 separate departments ranging from development to sales/ marketing and daily operational needs.

·         Established priorities for feasibility studies, systems design and implementation to develop new and/or modify the company's information processing systems.

·         Set strategic direction regarding purchase, installation, and support of computers and technology in keeping with corporate goals. Saved implementation costs of over $500,000 within the first three months of employment.

·         Managed the technical and computer services office which supported corporate functions; local and wide area networking, employee information services both in house and remote. Personally configured and oversaw contracts managing corporate LAN and WAN connectivity appliances to include Cisco 2600 connectivity with ISP.Managed corporate World Wide Web site.

·         Prepared annual technology budget, oversaw the development of all administrative information systems needs and future plans. Monitored all computer expenditure and inventories.

·         Managed special projects involving computers, networking, software development, and related technologies.

 

 

Unit Comm and Network Liaison/Advisor         (2/2000-12/2000)                    623 AMSS Ramstein AB, Germany

·         Advisor/instructor to System Workgroup Administrators on all PC, network & communication issues. 

·         Liaison for all Communication coordination for future requirements driven by Ramstein, Rhein Main Initiative project.  Coordinated local communication requirements with contractors and Architecture/Development teams.

·         Coordinated approval for current building and new projected building plans/designs of local AMC (Air Mobility Command) communication infrastructure, to include data transfer abilities with all AMC European Theater sites.

·         Developed corporate policies and procedures relative to telecommunications as it pertains to local and higher headquarter agenda.  Revised and maintained local network Certifications and Accreditation packages.

 

Network Manager                                                  (1998-2/2000)                         623 AMSS Ramstein AB, Germany

·         Developed a detailed and comprehensive formal training program for all staff in the computer room to include lesson plans, continuity package, study guide and administered quizzing system to validate user training and increase accountability. Saved over $300,000 in formal training costs providing in-house training.

·         Managed a staff of 16 telecommunication technicians, 400 PCs, 5 file servers, 1 Intranet server, 2 World Wide Web servers, 700 users in 13 buildings spread throughout the Ramstein AMC complex. 

·         Effectively managed all hardware supporting the Squadron and Group, to include routers, hubs and all voice and data moving equipment.  Equipment in use totaled over 4 million dollars. 

·         Project management and coordination with Unit Commander direct reporting to include:

        Recommended upgrade communication systems availability for local and field personnel. 

        Advised and acted on current and future security issues as relates to all connectivity. 

 

Senior System Administrator                              (1994-1998)                            623 AMSS Ramstein AB, Germany

·         Assisted in the management of a team of 16 telecommunication technicians, 400 PCs, 5 file servers, 1 Intranet server, 2 WWW servers, 700 users in 13 buildings spread throughout the Ramstein AMC complex.

·         Performed all duties of system administration for NT and Novell file servers and backup management administration to include 2 Linux Redhat WWW servers, one in service as unit firewall. 

·         Helpdesk operation and management, computer set up and configuration, technician supervisor and trainer, user trainer, software and hardware acquisition, complete network documentation including site accreditation.

·         Trained users in complex topics including that of HTML programming and WWW site maintenance. 

·         Maintained records outlining completed tasks, assignment of job tasks, duty schedules and plans for future implementations.  Maintained training records, performance reports and pay schedules for employees.

·         Troubleshoot network problems to include but not limited to: network cards, cabling, router, repeater, patch panels, hubs and related software issues.  Researched intermittent speed issues and provided solutions.

·         Light programming for automation and end user application support to include DOS Batch, Perl, C/C++, HTML, Java, Visual Basic, MS scripting and or macro building, and all Microsoft Office applications. 

 

Squadron Small Computer Manager                 (1987-1994)          Transportation  Squadron, Eglin AFB, Florida

·         PC and software point of contact for 350 users and 105 computers to include remote e-mail connectivity.

·         Software and hardware acquisition, setup and installation, end user trainer and application support specialist.

·         Troubleshot all PC issues to include upgrade, repair/replacement, and warranty work coordination.

·         Create simple databases, spread sheets and slide shows to improve and increase automation abilities for the end user and their individual environments.  Automated all daily, weekly, monthly and annual data reports.

·         Base CERT (Computer Emergency Response Team) member, providing virus detection and eradication solutions for over 4000 base users.  Responded night or day to any malicious computer program threatening base data.

·         During tenure at Eglin, taught over 800 in residence - mobility classes, totaling over 7000 students. 

 

REFERENCES

A list of professional and personal references will be supplied upon request.