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experience
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Jun 2012 - Mar 2013
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General Dynamics Information Technology, Hagerstown, MD
Principle Analyst, Info Security
- Performed network scans & script reviews on Unix/Linux servers to identify potential security vulnerabilities.
- Conducted annual security assessments at offices with the identified organizational structure.
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Mar 2011 - Jun 2012
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HireStragey, Washington, D.C.
System Engineer
- Subcontracted to Netconn Solutions for Linux Support.
- Installed, integrated, configured, & hardened various systems to support Netconn's SaaS plateformes.
These included Cisco Unified Communications platform, Zimbra collaboration servers, & DNS.
- Assisted in troubleshooting other Linux based appliances.
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Aug 2010 - Mar 2011
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Tek Systems, Montgomery, AL
Information Technology Specialist (CUSTPT)
- Technical analyst & customer liaison for various AF & DOD portals at DISA.
- Supported over 250 servers running Solaris, Linux, and HP-UX using BladeLogic and ssh terminals.
- Monitored services using SiteScope & Formula to identify network and server malfunctions.
- Used knowledge of OS, applications, and platforms to support customers & technical specialists to ensure SLA objectives.
- Tracked issues via Remedy until successfully resolved.
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Aug 2008 - Dec 2009
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Eka Systems, Germantown, MD
System Administrator
- Managed servers running various Operating Systems: Linux (Red Hat, SuSe, Slackware, Mandravia, Ubuntu), Unix (FreeBSD), Windows 2003
- Wrote their IT Policies and Procedures
- Developed a Disaster Recovery Plan
- Configured & installed a secure VPN for remote access
- Consolidated an ad hoc collection of servers into fewer, more secure servers.
- Configured & installed a secure FTP server for transfering files to and from the corporate LAN
- Improved the server, network, and cabling documentation
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Dec 2006 - Aug 2008
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SSIC, Harrisburg, PA
System Administrator
- Performed daily maintenance on DOD's PKI servers running on Linux (Red Hat) and Unix (Solaris)
- Diagnosed and resolved any problems with the PKI servers
- Performed Changre Requests as directed by engineering
- Held Secret security clearance
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Nov 2003 - Jun 2006
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ITT Systems, Iraq
Satellite Technician
- Operated and maintained voice/data communications network for the coalition forces using satellite links
- Provided customer support, identified and isolated network and CENTREX problems, troubleshot and repaired computer and satellite link problems.
- Maintained user database on MS Exchange server and performed daily system maintenance
- Held Secret security clearance
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Apr 2003 - Oct 2003
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Spacelink International, Dulles, Virginia
Satellite Technician
- Performed acceptance testing for the Air Force on a Very Small Apature Terminal (VSAT)
- Operated and maintained two earth stations
- Held Secret security clearance
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Oct 1996 - Apr 2003
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Au Fait Communications, Hagerstown, MD
Founder/Owner/Network Engineer
- Manged all technical aspects of local ISP, including configuration & maintenance of Apache Web server, DNS, FTP, RAS, and email administration running on Linux servers (Red Hat, Slackware)
- Built, monitored and maintained networks, including FPNs for customers
- Worked with telephone companies (telco) to install ISDN BRI, PRI and frame relay circuits. Configured channel bonding over phone lines.
- Wrote shell scripts to monitor the network and trip alarms whenever servers or circuits failed
- Monitored servers for security breaches, applied security patches and upgraded software to incorporate latest security technology
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Feb 1992 - Mar 1999
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Hughes Netwrok Systems, Germantown, MD
Project Engineer
- In charge of system engineering for VSAT and Telephony Earth Stations (TES) networks
- Installed and configured NOCs consisting of VAX/VMS clusters on Ethernet, telephone or satellite LANs/WANs to control & monitor TES network
- Built TES interfaces with telco switches for ISDN (BRI/PRI), FXO and analog lines. Performed troubleshooting on signal problems
- Set up interfaces with RF equipment of earth stations
- Generated link budgets, numbering plans, system design and as built documentation
- Provided technical support for installers and customers
- Wrote DCL scripts to automate installation and maintenance functions
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Sep 1998 - Jan 1990
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Video Masters, Inc., Kansas City, MO
System Engineer
- Wrote test procedure and participated in testing of the DMP-122, a portable video compression and satellite transmission unit for the Army
- Tested, installed and provided customer support for Railnet, a system to transmit video images over telephone lines
- Participated in writing of proposals for video and data networks
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Apr 1985 - Jan 1990
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Hadron-CPD, Chantilly, VA
System Engineer
- Engineered, assembled, tested and preformed warranty repairs on packet radio controllers, network node controllers, data rate converter equipment and KY-57 simulators
- Provided support for encryption equipment, including compatability and modification issues
- Led engineering effort to modify a commercial VHF repeater to provide remote channel switching for hand held radios operating in encrypted mode
- Helped select and install corporate CAD system
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Sep 1984 - Apr 1985
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Comsat Technology Products, Clarksburg, MD
Senior Engineer
- Designed burst bit error rate test sets used in design and testing of COMSAT's VSAT system and helped integrate forward error correcting (FEC) codec and modems into the system
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Apr - 1973 - Apr 1984
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M/A COM-DCC, Germantown, MD
Senior Engineer
- Promoted six times in eleven years from start as junior technician
- Designed a variety of modules used in telecommunications systems
- Designed and built digital section of LAN and DATE brassborads used in feasibility studies
- Tested and assisted with system integration, field installation and maintenance of various wireless communications technologies, modems and secure voice systems
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