Experience
Revo - Powertrains, Alameda, CA
IT Director, Lead Systems Administrator
January 2020 to May 2023
Brought on to convert the small business set of systems to fully production servers and systems. Managed all IT systems and services, including budgeting, hiring, and staffing. Upgraded operational domain to Windows 2022 on VMware ESXi7.X from Windows 2012 R2 with Hyper-V server. Implemented secure VLANs topology using Netgate routers running pfSence for enhanced network security. Installed Dell 240 dual system EMC 1400 with 100TB running ESXi 7.X as the primary server system and replaced single-use Dell 640 systems with Dell EMC NAS for expansion. Upgraded database systems from Microsoft SQL 2008, & 2014 to 2018. Fully upgraded engineering CAD system, SolidWorks PDM server. Replaced and upgraded backup systems with a new Dell LTO tape backup system library. Installed a comprehensive security camera system, including ten POE-PTZ cameras for production floor, parking lot, and outdoor areas. Expanded Wi-Fi coverage using UniFi and Ruckus WAPS, encompassing internal offices and an extensive production area.
SMT Corp, Fremont, CA
Systems Deployment Engineer
November 2019 to January 2020
Short-term contract to do research into using high speed LAN to do quick software updates, on a proprietary camera system used in high-speed sports arenas statical data collection system. Hired due to my hands-on experience with Ubuntu 18.04 and Strong knowledge of headless Linux servers and Ubuntu systems administration like systems setup for local radio stations for syndicated shows. Worked on scripting and configuring automated tasks with Ubuntu. Worked on video signal networking with Ubuntu 18.04 network management. Experience with Overlays in Ubuntu 18.04 Experience with Raspberry Pi and configuring interdependencies across multiple systems. Python and application programming.
Matson, Oakland, CA
Data Room, Sr Admin, Sr Systems Engineer
November 2019 to January 2020
Manage and oversaw 1500 Square foot data center infrastructure for approximately 800 employees. Oversaw maintenance of all internal servers including OS and firmware maintenance of all servers and client systems. Includes maintaining a fully equipped data room with backups stored in an onsite DLT library and AWS VTL, as well as ensuring the proper functioning of data center hardware. Regularly update and upgrade firmware and drivers for Dell Server Chassis and Cisco Unity server chassis, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility. Perform monthly security updates for all systems, via SMSSC including Windows and Linux, to protect against potential vulnerabilities. Upgrade VMWARE across all hardware systems from version 4.4 to 6.5, ensuring compliance with the latest security requirements and enhancing the blade systems and Unity OS. Work on automating Windows updates using Microsoft SMSSC, streamlining the process and improving efficiency. Administer and manage the NetApp SAN with 140 servers located onsite, ensuring smooth storage operations within the data center.
ECFWest Media Group LLC VWS, LLP San Leandro, CA
Owner
September 2010 to Present
Provide professional voice-over and audio services, including total studio announcements and sound. Additionally, we specialize in building small business websites. Experience in consulting and assisting with the installation of full commercial audio and broadcast studios for local transmission as well as online broadcasting. This includes setting up networked audio playout systems with national news feeds. We also handle installation plans for encoding signals to ISDN/internet and broadcasting, utilizing platforms like AWS and OVH Docker Linux-based systems. Our expertise extends to installing complete over-the-air radio studios for both local broadcasting and internet streaming. We can set up network systems for national news feeds, encode signals for internet transmission, and enable sharing between stations. We are also capable of handling all networking installations for stations. For radio automation, we specialize in installing Linux-based systems using Docker and Kubernetes to facilitate scalability and replication across multiple radio stations. Our setup includes individual DJ-hosted studios with a Centos-based Main NFS, MYSQL 5.6 server connected via ISCSI, and Ubuntu/Debian mini workstations serving as client machines for each station's playout system.
Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Systems Engineer
August 2015 to December 2015
Fundtech.com, San Francisco, CA
Integration engineer
October 2014 to March 2015
1UP.COM/UGO.COM/IGN.COM San Francisco, CA, A division of Hearst/NewsCorp Media Groups, Ziff Davis Media Group
Sr. Systems Administrator, Office Manager
March 2008 to September 2013
Expertise
I possess proven leadership in operations and network management, demonstrating strong teamwork and technical skills. With over ten years of experience working with diverse client/server systems such as Windows NT 3.51, 4.0, 2000, and Active Directory systems until the present year, I am well-versed in HP and Sun UNIX, as well as early Novell systems. Additionally, I bring six plus years of expertise in technical project management and implementation. Throughout my career, I have gained a decade of experience in integrating, developing, and managing enterprise system technologies like Solaris, Linux, Windows AD, Oracle 7 and 8i, and SQL 7 and 2000. I excel in interpersonal communication, both verbal and written, and possess strong time management and prioritization skills. I am adept at managing multiple concurrent projects within allotted timelines while ensuring adherence to IT budgets. My extensive networking experience spans over ten years, encompassing troubleshooting, design, and architecture. I have successfully managed complex technology environments involving Windows, Unix, Oracle, SQL, Exchange, and VMware systems. Moreover, I have amassed over seven years of experience in maintaining relational databases, including SQL, Oracle, Informix, and Sybase. Drawing on my eight plus years of supervisory experience, I have demonstrated excellence as a mentor to various groups. With a focus on Cisco technologies, I have executed installations of major level 3 and 4 network systems, configuring protocols such as TCP/IP, RIP, VLANs, VPN Voice over IP, and ensuring network security. My accomplishments include successful implementation of large-scale network, SMS, and SCCM projects, as well as Windows NT 2000 to 2022 AD Server Implementation and Cisco Call Manager installation and administration.
Education
Merritt College
Oakland CA, Business Communication 1985
Studied business and Fortran, Cobalt, and main frame systems programming as well as general education for BS
Laney College
Laney College, Oakland CA, Broadcasting 1984
Studied studio broadcasting and training to as to AA.
Heald School of Technology
San Francisco, CA, Electronic Technology 1982
Studied Electronics repairs, and computer drafting.