I have over 21 years of experience in Information Technology (IT). As an IT professional, I have performed duties as a Lead, Supervisor and Manager. My career in IT includes: Negotiating hardware and software purchases, vendor and asset management, Windows Desktop Support and Server Administration, Lead/Manager of Backup/Recovery and Storage, Systems Analyst, and Lead/Manager for data center operations. In addition to ensuring daily availability of the client/server environment, recommended improvements and implemented changes/upgrades in the environments to provide clients with optimal availability of applications/data and system performance. Prior to my IT career. I served in U.S. Marine Corps for 20 years retiring as a Gunnery Sergeant who was assigned positions of increased responsibility including civilian and military management, independent duty, and Department of Defense assignments. I am a detailed oriented, hands-on team-player with vast experience in administrative and operational roles. Highly organized, dedicated to nurturing and empowering fellow employees. Have excellent analytical skills to evaluate and interpret data and possess excellent written/verbal communication skills which enable me to effectively interact with colleagues and upper management. I am experienced with a variety of software programs and can quickly learn programs and applications. I have extensive experience with the Microsoft Office Suite of products and various other software applications. Senior Professional, Backup/Recovery and Storage Lead/Manager August 2004 - September 2017 Senior Systems Administrator/Analyst Backup/Recovery and Storage Lead

Highlights:

• Management
• Architectural
• Asset Management
• CSC
• Geographic Information System
• Insurance
• Local Area Network
• Motorola
• Process Improvements
• Quality Assurance