Certifications and Skills

Skills:

Systems Administration & Architecture

• Administration and deep knowledge of multi-OS environments: Windows (3.11–11 and everything in-between; LTSC and Server versions as well, and NT 4.0), macOS (Catalina–Tahoe), Linux (RHEL-based, Debian-based, and Arch-based distros), iOS, iPadOS, and Android.
  
  

• Virtualization: Hyper-V, VMware ESXi, GNOME Boxes/KVM, Proxmox, and cross-platform VM management.
  
  

• Multi-server infrastructure design: high availability, redundancy, failover, and disaster recovery.
  
  

• File server, media server, and internal application deployment and management.
  
  

• Endpoint lifecycle management: provisioning, deprovisioning, OS installs, backups, and recovery.
  
  

• Hardware lifecycle management: installation and replacement of RAM, SSDs/HDDs/SSDs/m.2/NVMe storage, CPUs, GPUs, and peripherals.
  
  

Networking & Connectivity

• Network design and administration: VLAN segmentation, IoT/guest/work/executive networks; firewall policies, VPN server configuration, and remote access security.
  
  

• Configuring enterprise-grade routers, wireless access points, and network cabling (RJ-45/8P8C).
  
  

• Internet connectivity troubleshooting, DHCP, DNS, and LAN/WAN management.
  
  

• Secure remote administration via RDP, SSH, Webmin, Cockpit, and VPN.
  
  

Security & Compliance

• Endpoint hardening: full-disk encryption, multi-factor authentication, least-privilege accounts, sandboxing, and remote wipe capability.
  
  

• Implementation of corporate security policies: access controls, conditional access, secure email handling, and M365 best practices.
  
  

• Disaster recovery planning: hot, cold, and secondary backups to prevent data loss or corruption.
  
  

Project & Vendor Management

• Coordinating with MSPs, external vendors, and executive stakeholders for system rollout and troubleshooting.
  
  

• Project planning, budgeting, cost-benefit analysis, and timeline management.
  
  

• Documentation and reporting: technical procedures, executive briefings, and workflow standardization.

• Experience rolling over corporate systems from Landline to VoIP and spearheading these projects from start to finish, independently, along with vendor communication, delegation, and project planning
  
  

Automation & Scripting

• Task scheduling and automation via PowerShell, Bash, cron, and Windows Task Scheduler.
  
  

• Server performance monitoring, VM snapshot management, media server automation, and process orchestration.
  
  

Software & Application Management

• Microsoft 365 administration (Global Admin, Azure, Entra, Shared Mailboxes, mailflow rules).
  
  

• Microsoft Office (2007–365) proficiency.
  
  

• Driver updates, OS installation/reinstallation, dual/multi-boot configuration.
  
  

• Application deployment: open-source and closed-source programs, configuration, and optimization.
  
  

Programming & Development

• C# and basic programming concepts.
  
  

• Android ADB system configuration and custom OS installation.
  
  

• Website creation, administration, and server-side hosting experience.
  
  

Soft Skills & Professional Attributes

• Strategic problem-solving and critical thinking under pressure.
  
  

• Multi-tasking and project prioritization across concurrent initiatives.
  
  

• Meticulous attention to detail in systems setup, documentation, and backup workflows.
  
  

• Strong communication skills with executives, team members, and external partners.
  
  

• Leadership experience: team coordination, task delegation, and project oversight.