## BIO
**Skills**
** Programming**
Programming Expertise (7+ years experience): Visual Basic, VB script
Visual Basic programming utilizing ADO and SQL server protocols
Creation of new in house applications which may require integration with third party software and controls
Development of user friendly front-end applications
Pre-software development specifications including a report with screen layouts, database specifications,
structure and flow diagrams, and high level program definitions
Testing / Debugging / Troubleshooting and implementation of completed applications
Custom database / application software
Custom software training
Database conversions / updates
** Networking**
Professional Server and Network setup
Router configuration
Network testing / monitoring
Network performance statistics and reports
Management of all network hardware and equipment, including routers, switches, hubs, and repeaters
Networking technology consulting
Planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, reporting and optimization of all network hardware, software, and communication links including servers, routers, switches, hubs, and repeaters
Knowledge of and experience with TCP/IP protocol as well as many other protocols
** Security**
Security analyst / auditing
Network, website, and server security
Virus / Trojan / Worm removal
Management of security solutions, including firewall, anti-virus, and intrusion detection systems
Network and server security vulnerability reports
I'm an ex goverment employee who maintained and troubleshooted my local goverment's network.
## Area of Expertise
**Miscellaneous Skills**
Solid understanding of web architecture
Knowledge of database and object design techniques
Maintenance of IT infrastructure including monitoring servers, network, printers and critical applications
Experience with Microsoft office products including Word, Excel, and Access
Recommendations on hardware / software upgrades
User-friendly technical support
Negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure hardware / software / network
products and other needs
Consulting expertise
Ability to work closely with users to understand underlying business needs.
Proficiency in spreadsheets and databases
Evaluations and feasibility studies to provide management with recommendations on software,
hardware, and network solutions
Coordinate user friendly training sessions
Provide end user training where required
Recommend, schedule, and perform network / hardware / software improvements, upgrades, and repairs
Perform system backups and recovery
Forecasting statistics
Analyze and resolve end user hardware and software computer problems
Data stewardship and respectability
Database / Web design, as well as hardware and software installation and maintenance
Knowledge of audio equipment repair and installation
** Abilities: **
** ** I am a motivated self-starter with a strong combination of team leadership skills, analytical power, and training
abilities
Proven problem-solving abilities
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
Strong customer service orientation
Experienced at working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Highly self motivated and directed
Keen attention to detail
Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Independent problem-solving, self-direction
Resourceful at creating efficient profitable systems
