Certifications
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Cisco Certified Academic Instructor
Microsoft Certified Trainer
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator w/Security
Microsoft Certified Enterprise Support Technician
Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA Server+
CompTIA Network+ Certified Professional
CompTIA A+ Field Service Technician
Experience
Computer Networking Technology and Security Instructor
Inver Hills Community College – Inver Grove Heights, MN 8/2008 – Present
Purpose: This program prepares students for rewarding careers in the dynamic field of computer networking. The continued growth of the Internet, wide area networks (WANs) and local area networks (LANs) requires people with the broad knowledge and skills needed to design, manage, secure and troubleshoot sophisticated information storage, retrieval and presentation systems.
Program Information: This is a rigorous educational program that covers the workings of networks from an end-user’s desktop to a remote server that could be located anywhere in the world. The curriculum has been designed to encompass many of the same competencies that are covered by several recognized industry certifications, for example Comp TIA’s A+, Server+, Network+ and Security+; Cisco CCNA, Cisco Security; and Microsoft Certified System Administrator, so students will gain the knowledge and skills that are recognized as important for employment in the field.
This program has been designated a Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security.
Director of IT and Technical Training
Genesys Works – St. Paul, MN 5/29/2008 – Present
Mentor and teach introductory Information Technology and communication skills to urban high school students. Assist in placing students with corporations in the Twin Cities area.
Direct, deploy and oversee all Information Technology.
Management Analyst
Office of Enterprise Technology - Enterprise Security Office
October 2009 – May 2010
Deployed Vulnerabilty Management solution to 30 state agencies in order to assist them in complying with State security requirements. Administered Ncircle 360 server and appliances..
Computer Information Systems Instructor
MSCTC - Fergus Falls, MN 8/1/2006 – 6/1/2008
Taught core courses of the Computer Information Systems - Microsoft Certification program which includes core Microsoft Certified Network Administrator courses such as Micro Computer maintenance, Operating Systems, Network Operating Systems, email administration and Network Administration. My responsibilities include curriculum planning, course development and delivery, academic advising, supervise student worker, assessment of student learning, building and maintaining professional industry and community relationships. Utilized Microsoft’s Virtual Server 2005 to establish multiple virtual Windows Server 2003 servers.
Director of Youth Ministries
Living Waters AG - Alexandria, MN 3/1/2001- 6/2007
Directed, planned, and developed ministries to youth of Alexandria and surrounding areas. Planned weekly Bible studies, activities, outreaches, mission trips, etc. Trained and equipped youth and adults to fulfill their ministry gifts. Directed and supervised adult volunteers.
Computer Instructor
Alexandria Technical College - Alexandria, MN 8/1/1997 - 6/2006
Taught computer courses, labs and lectures across various programs. Instructed courses in Hardware Repair & troubleshooting, Operating Systems, Applications and Networking. Developed and Instructed A+ and Network+ certification course and lab. Advised graduating students. Supervised student workers in computer labs.
MIS Coordinator
MN Department of Economic Security - Fergus Falls, MN 8/1/1994 - 8/1/1997
Provided Job Service (JS)/Reemployment Insurance (RI) services, assistance, and information to area JS/RI claimants, employers, community agencies, and the public. Ensured compliance with Federal and State regulations. Computer support & Training for four area offices and administration of a Windows / IntranetWare Ethernet network. Designed, maintained, programmed & supported office Web page.
Assistant Network Administrator
Toivola Meadowlands Charter School - Meadowlands, MN 1/1/1993 - 8/1/1994
Administered NOVELL Network, IBM Eduquest computers, CD-ROM Tower & Server, and 35 IBM ThinkPad Laptops. Installed and updated Programs such as WordPerfect, Windows, Microsoft Access, and ICLASS software to run in a Network environment. Provided training and support to Students, Teachers and all staff.
Electronic Warfare Signals Intelligence Analyst
US Army - San Antonio, TX 8/1/1988 - 12/1/1991
Reported up to date real world intelligence information. Assigned and tracked collection efforts. Held Top Secret Security clearance. Training Non-Commissioned Officer - Managed training information for a Company of 100 enlisted soldiers and commissioned officers.
Education
North Central University, MN 6/1988 Bachelors Degree, Pastoral Studies & Bible
Courses of Study:
- Cisco’s Network Fundamentals
- Cisco’s Network Routers and Switches
- Cisco’s Switches and Internet routing
- Cisco’s Wide Area Networks
- Microsoft Exam 70-270 Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional
- Microsoft Exam 70-290 Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment
- Microsoft Exam 70-291 Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
- Microsoft Exam 70-293 Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
- Microsoft Exam 70-294 Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure
- Microsoft Exam 70-298 Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network
- Microsoft Exam 70-299 Implementing and Administering Security in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network
- Supporting Users Running Microsoft Windows XP – June 2004
- Supporting Users Running Applications in Windows XP – August 2004
- Philosophy of Vocational Education - December 2002
- Cisco’s Fundamentals of Voice and Data Cabling - July 2002
- Cisco’s IT Essentials I & II - May 2002
- Accounting for Business - May 2002
- Instructional Methods - April 2002
- Netware 5.1 System Administration - July 2001
- How to Install, Configure, Administer and Troubleshoot Linux - December 2000
- Understanding Networking Fundamentals - December 2000
- Student and Trainee Assessment - December 2000
- Windows 2000 Professional - August 2000
- Advanced Troubleshooting, Maintaining & Upgrading PCs – November 1999
- Course Development - Fall 1999
Skills
Operating Systems: Windows 7, 2008 R2 Server, Windows 2003 Server, VMWare, ESXi, Windows 2000 Server, Windows NT, Novell, InterNetware, Linux, Windows XP, 2000 Professional, 9x, DOS
Virtualization: VMware, ESXi, Workstation, HyperV, Virtual Server 2005, VirtualBox, Virtual PC
Applications: Microsoft Office; WordPerfect Suite; Lotus SmartSuite; Lotus Organizer; GroupWise; Access; Excel; PowerPoint, Freelance Graphics; FrontPage; Quicken; Corel Draw
Hardware: install, Maintain & Troubleshoot: Motherboards, Modems, NICs, Hard Drives, RAID, Memory, CPUs, Floppy Drives, DVD, CD-ROM, BIOS updates, Sound cards, Video cards, SCSI, MIDI, Laptops, PCMCIA, USB devices, Monitors, UPS, HP Laser Printers, Okidata
Configuration: IBM Compatibles, Netfinity Servers, Micron, Compaq, Dell, IBM Servers, Sony
Networks: CCNA, MCSA, Security+, MCP, Windows 2003 Server, DHCP, DNS, ISA, RADIUS, RRAS, Exchange, Windows NT, Terminal Server, Profiles, Policies, UNIX, LAN Administration, IBM 3270 emulation, Software installation & troubleshooting, NOVELL, IntranetWare, ArcServe, Login Scripts, print services, Cabling, configure & troubleshoot all components. IIS, Apache, routers, switches, hubs
Teaching: Curriculum planning, course development and delivery, academic advising, assessment of student learning, building and maintaining professional industry and community relationships, professional development.
Personal: Counseling - Direct, Indirect, and Combined methods.
Experienced Public Speaker
Held Top Secret Security clearance
Equal Opportunity Representative - US Army
Total Quality Management Principles
Team Member
Customer oriented