Steven Elliott Bridges

13007 Strathaven Circle, Fort Washington, Maryland 20744  

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[email protected]

 


Objective                Seeking a challenging position in the field of information systems such as System/Network Administrator, Assistant System Engineer/Analyst, Level II or III Desktop Support Technician, Level II or III Help Desk Specialist

Technical Skills

Software:                Windows NT 4.0 Server, Windows NT Workstation, Microsoft Exchange 4.0, 5.0, 5.5, 2000, Windows 95, 98, XP, MS Office-2000, XP,  Metaframe 8.0, Citrix Winframe 1.7,  Windows 2000 NTAS, Windows 2000 Prof., Rumba, Info Connect, Active Directory, Arc Serve  Backup Software for Novell Netware and Windows NT,  Novell Netware versions 4.11-5.0, Linux operating system (Red Hat, Caldera Open Linux, and Corel Linux),  Samba Servers to integrate Linux clients with Microsoft Windows 2000 LAN environment.  Novell NDS, Wise Package Studio Professional 3.1-3.2,

                                Extensive Working knowledge of MS Word 5-10, MS Office Suites 98/2k/XP, MS Outlook and Exchange Mail Clients, WordPerfect 5.x-6x, Corel WordPerfect Suites 7-2k. Macromedia Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks and Director Shockwave Studio, Working knowledge in the use and deployment of Firewalls, Proxy Servers, and Anti-Virus Suites. Working knowledge in the deployment and use of Network monitors, Protocol Packet Sniffers, Remote Management Software Suites. Working knowledge of Peregrine Systems, Siebel Systems and Scopus IT Asset Management software programs. Norton Ghost 4-7, Partition Magic 4-7, Norton Ghost, Symantec PCAnywhere, Tivoli

 

Hardware:              Compaq Proliant, Prosignia, and  Deskpro, IBM 300GL/PL, Dell Optiplex, IBM Thinkpad, Dell Latitude and Inspiron,, HP 4000M Switch,

 

Networks:              Windows NT 4.0, W2K 2000 AS, Linux 6.2, 7.1, Novell 3.12, 4.1, 5.1, HP Openview.

 

Communications/Topologies:           

                                TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, Ethernet /Token, NFS, DHCP /WINS, DDNS, ISDN, Frame Relay, 56k, VPN

 

Experience:            Computer Support Technician- IRS Metro Help Desk

05/02 – Present                   I RS National Offices, Washington D.C.

 

Perform Call Center Support for the Internal Revenue Service National Offices.  Input all data to the Information Technology Asset Management System.

 

Diagnose and resolve simple to complex PC hardware problems on IBM Compatible Desktops and Laptops over the phone.

 

Initiate and track request for service generated by IRS Employees and Contractors throughout the U.S.

 

Perform Data Base queries to retrieve relevant information on all service calls. Maintain IRS Information Technology Asset Management System (ITAMS) by inputting or modifying existing data to ensure completeness and accuracy.

 

Diagnose simple to complex issues pertaining to the implementation and use of Citrix Thin Client software and Microsoft Terminal Server clients across the Internal Revenue Services LAN/WAN.

 

Provide End User Support across the IRS LAN/WAN on various COTS and IRS custom application software deployed on a Microsoft Windows NT environment.

 

                                Senior System Support Analyst

11/00 – 10/01                    Marriott System Support Center, Rockville, Maryland

 

Perform remote diagnosis of Microsoft Windows 95/98 desktop computers and workstations. Diagnose and resolve simple to complex PC hardware problems on IBM Desktops and Laptops.

 

Diagnose and resolve simple to complex functionality and connectivity issues across a variety of HP network and local printers.  

 

Install, upgrade and diagnose Novell Netware client software. Troubleshoot and resolve all hardware or software related connectivity issues on the Marriott Senior Living Services WAN.  Provide end user support across Marriott SLS WAN on a verity of Microsoft and Marriott specific applications. 

 

Repair or restore IBM desktop/laptop workstations to functionality through Marriott SLS and Industry accepted methods.

 

Install and troubleshoot network protocols to allow workstation connectivity throughout LAN and Internet.

 

Diagnose and resolve simple to complex issues pertaining to the implementation and use of Citrix Thin Client software and Microsoft Terminal Server clients across the Marriott Enterprise.

 

Provide Administrative support throughout the Marriott SLS WAN and to individual LAN communities within the Novell 411 domain. Create monitor and modify user accounts throughout the WAN.  Diagnose, update and maintain Novell 411 servers in the Marriott SLS domain

 

System Support Analyst

08/99 – 10/00                    Marriott International, Senior Living Services, Bethesda, Maryland

 

Perform remote and hands on diagnosis of Microsoft Windows 95/98 desktop computers and workstations. Perform operating system installations upgrades and problem resolution. Diagnose and resolve simple to complex PC hardware problems on IBM Desktops and Laptops.

 

Diagnose and resolve simple to complex functionality and connectivity issues across a variety of HP network and local printers.  

 

Install, upgrade and diagnose Novell Netware client software. Troubleshoot and resolve all hardware or software related connectivity issues on the Marriott Senior Living Services WAN.  Provide end user support across Marriott SLS WAN on a verity of Microsoft and Marriott specific applications. 

 

Repair or restore IBM desktop/laptop workstations to functionality through Marriott SLS and Industry accepted methods (Re-imagining, BIOS flashing, Driver updates, etc…)

 

Install and troubleshoot network protocols to allow workstation connectivity throughout LAN and Internet.

 

Diagnose and resolve simple to complex issues pertaining to the implementation and use of Citrix Thin Client software and Microsoft Terminal Server.

 

Traveled to remote sites for system installation maintenance and troubleshooting.

 

Implemented, WAN software deployment for Archive Serve, APC Powerchute 5.1, Symantec PCAnywhere 8.02, Tivoli

 

Performed daily and weekly backups of the Netware production systems

 

Provide Administrative support throughout the Marriott SLS WAN and to individual LAN communities within the Novell 411 domain. Create monitor and modify user accounts throughout the WAN.  Diagnose, update and maintain Novell 411 servers in the Marriott SLS domain

                               

                                Maximum Security Facility

03/88 – 07/99                    District of Columbia Department of Corrections  Lorton, Virginia

 

Perform Automation of Control Center administrative task across multiple platforms. Designed and implement electronic documentation for use by Control Center staff. Perform software trouble shooting on a variety of MSDOS, Win3x, Win95 stand-alone computers as well as NetWare 3.12 clients. Perform hardware troubleshooting and maintenance on IBM, IBM Compatible machines.  Train all assigned Control Center Staff in basic computer use as well as use of electronic documentation, word processing and data base applications.

                                ·   I designed and implemented electronic documentation to replace Standard DCDC Forms.

                                ·   Designed and implemented specialized electronic documentation requested by Supervisory Staff.

                                ·   Assist in training of Correctional Staff in use of word processing and data base applications.

                                ·   Assist in recovery of corrupted or lost data on all computer systems.

                                ·   Trouble shoot application and hardware problems on all systems.

                                ·   Preformed repairs and upgrades on IBM and IBM Compatible computers and peripherals.  Supported Windows 95, Windows 3.x and MSDOS operating systems.  Provided network support for Novel 3.12 and Ethernet peer-to-peer networks.

                                ·   Perform database recovery on MSDOS based systems.

                                ·   Provide training on use of Windows 95 operating system.

 

Education:              Community College of the Air Force, Computer Learning Center, Knology

 

Certifications:        MCP                                Microsoft Certified Professional

                                CNA                                Certified Novell Administrator

                                CompTIA NetWork+      Network plus Certification