Duluth, GA 30097 678.710.8525 bse19558@westpost.net SUMMARY Solutions oriented IT Support Specialist who possesses an in-depth understanding of how to recreate and resolve LAN/WAN technical and network issues for local a nd remote users. Innovative, forward thinking technician with 6 years of experti se in installing, configuring and maintaining desktops/laptops and peripherals. Excellent technical skills with a verifiable track record incorporating diagnost ic techniques to identify problems, investigate root causes and recommend cost e ffective solutions, integrating a customer-focused approach. EMPLOYMENT Advanced Fire Inspection, Duluth, GA Desktop Administrator, October 2008 - Present * Diagnosed and repaired LAN/WAN issues, and PCs; configured desktops/laptops a nd supported, IBM, Dell, Linux, Unix, and HP; provided technical and network sup port and software upgrades for end users. * Troubleshot, diagnosed and repaired IT related hardware, software, and Intern et problems while maintaining an 85% SLA when responding to technical support re quests. * Supported customers by installing, configuring, and maintaining Windows 2000 / XP, MS Office, 3rd party software and MS Outlook. Implemented performance upgr ades to PC boxes. * Researched and evaluated procurement opportunities; provided advice and guida nce on PC purchases, upgrades, and hardware/software purchases to support cost o bjectives. * Resolved system and network interrupt conflicts from set-up to completion; te sted and optimized the functionality of the systems, adhering to appropriate sup port escalation and LAN management procedures. * Performed patches, data backup, configuration management, archiving and stora ge, device monitoring and event log management for network, telecommunications, and equipment or component maintenance. Digitrax, Inc, Norcross, GA Electric/Post SMT Assembler, March 2006 - August 2008 * Programmed, tested, and assed risk factors for CPUs and chips to drive maximu m functionally, system security, protection, and business continuity. * Executed QA/quality assurance functions, to prep and package boards, parts, a nd components on boards to mitigate expenses associated with lost or damaged goo ds. * Fine-tuned and repaired defective boards, parts, components, CPUs and chips, incorporating telecommunications principles, concepts, and methodologies. World Furniture, Buford, GA Information Technology Specialist, March 2005 - February 2006 * Provided Tier II network support for the operation, installation and maintena nce of PCs, server systems, LAN/WAN issues, workstations; computer systems and p eripherals, Windows, Vista, and software. * Installed, configured and maintained Windows Server 2003, device drives, and software on IBM Server xSeries 226; repaired networking equipment such as router s, bridges, modems, and gateways. * Evaluated and designed infrastructure requirements; utilized cable topologies to configure LANs and WANs; created "what-if" analysis and reviewed file data t o develop security access levels. * Built scalable systems with a focus on optimal performance reliability, speed , and efficiency; executed a customer-focused approach to resolving end user ser vice requests. Global Wireless, Lawrenceville, GA Tech Support Analyst, January 2002 - March 2005 * Set-up and maintained Internet connections, supported Windows 2000 and Window s XP Pro, computer hardware and multi-media, formatted video cards, programs and software. * Planned, installed, and maintained Windows 2000 and Windows XP Professional o perating system issues, IP resolution, cabling problems, and peripheral malfunct ions. * Repaired networking equipment such as routers, bridges, and modems; upgraded hubs to switches, configured TCP/IP network, DHCP, WINS, and DNS settings. * Entered customer information, orders, and instructions into database. Arrange d contract renewals and capitalized on opportunities to sell add-on services. * Decreased maintenance costs; repaired computers, laptops, printers, scanners and copiers by single-handedly replacing drives and parts, and eliminating outso urcing expense. * Assisted with risk management, resolving viruses, identifying plausible issue s and providing recommendations for improvement of the internal control structur e. Pifusion Development Group, Inc, Loganville, GA Software Developer, Internship, March 2005 - June 2005 EDUCATION DeVry University Bachelor of Science, Computer Information Systems, October 2008 Dean's Lists Course Emphasis: MCSE and A+ Chair, DeVry Student Government Association, Atlanta / Alpharetta campuses