Kenneth H. Carter II
HireMe@MrKennethCarter.com
http://MrKennethCarter.com/
http://www.linkedin.com/in/mrkencarter
Moreno Valley, CA 92553
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Extensive experience with Microsoft Operating systems, Active Directory, and GPOs
Experience with Exchange 2000, 2003 & SQL Server 2000-2008
Extensive experience with Microsoft Visio and network documentation
Experience with network security and data assurance
Extensive experience in network design, implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting and end-user
support
Areas of Proficiency:
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Network Support
Windows Server 2003
Active Directory
DNS Management
DHCP Management
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Exchange 2003
Network Security
Backup Exec
Disaster Recovery
RAID 0,1,5
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Network Infrastructure
CISCO IOS
Routing & Switching
SonicWall Firewalls
VPN Systems
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PC/Desktop Support
Windows XP/7
T1/Frame Relay
Wiring/Cabling
Hardware
Work Experience:
Network Engineer
Oct 2006 – Feb 2010
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Improved network uptime from 96.8% to 99.9%
Administered, maintained, secured, troubleshot and upgraded a LAN/WAN containing 100+ network
devices and servers
Improved LAN/WAN security from below-average rating to above average-rating
o Continuously monitored Firewall, IDS/IPS, and Network Scanner logs for anomalies
Created detailed network map and documentation of the network
Implemented network monitoring tools to allow for more proactive maintenance
Redesigned and implemented Active Directory and Group Policy structure
Backed-up network the network using Symantec Backup Exec
Network Consultant (pro-bono)
Oct 2003 – May 05
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Altura Credit Union
Riverside, CA
Thermal Electronics Inc.
Lake Elsinore, CA
Designed and implemented Windows Server 2003 native mode environment
Set up a tape back-up system
Centralized and standardized virus protection in the organization.
Implemented system security standards making the organization network more secure
Designed and implemented Active Directory structure and Group Policy Objects resulting in a more
Implemented maintenance procedures
System uptime exceeds 99.7 %
Systems Engineer
Feb 2001 – May 2003
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Administered and maintained a rapidly growing user base of 230+ users
Implemented Frame Relay WAN connections to five remote sites within eight months of starting
Migrated a mixed Windows 2000 environment to native mode with minimal down time
Migrated exchange from 5.5a to 2000 with minimal down time
Designed and implemented a new corporate LAN
o Network has a multi-gigabit backbone
o Sixteen servers on the primary site, including three cluster servers, 3 additional servers at a
secondary site
o All routers used for LAN and WAN configurations are Cisco
Implemented network standardization techniques throughout the organization
Backed up servers using ARCserve in conjunction with tape RAID array, tape library and single drive
methods
Maintained 99.6% server uptime
Maintained work order request of 2 days or less for network related requests
Application Technical Engineer
Jan 2000 – Aug 2000
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Telenomics, Inc.
Temecula, CA
Administered and maintained all Windows based servers and workstations
Provided support for all network users
Implemented new server in new domain using full trust model, reformatted existing server and set
up the exchange server with minimal down time
Maintained Internet connection using a Macintosh 6100 series used as a router
Completed backups using Stac Replica software
Developed Windows NT version of the Pware product
o Converted UNIX scripts to Windows NT batch files
o Edited PL/SQL scripts to work with Windows NT batch files
o Installed and configured Oracle for Windows NT, created Oracle SID, tablespaces, and
indexes
o Wrote batch files to streamline the installation process
o Developed installation process and documentation
Gained Exposure to HP/UX, HP3000 and Cisco Router
Avionics Guidance and Control Systems Craftsman
Nov 1990 - Jan 1999
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Vestas American Wind Technology, Inc.
Portland, OR
United States Air Force
Various Assignments
Utilized unique and general electronic test equipment and tools to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair
various digital and analog computers and system components to the circuit card and component
level
Provided ongoing customer support services to internal and external customers
Managed Air Force personnel and resources
Supervised and trained personnel as required
Education:
Master of Science Information Technology: Information Assurance and Security
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
Present (Winter 2013)
Bachelor of Science Administration: Information Management
Graduated with Highest Honors
California State University at San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA
June 2006
Mastering Security+ Certificate
Villanova University Online
Tampa, FL
Oct 2010 – Dec 2010
Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate
Villanova University Online
Tampa, FL
Sept 2010
Network Security and Data Assurance Certificate
Villanova University Online
Tampa, FL
Sept 2010
Microsoft 2003 Server, SQL and Exchange Classes
New Horizons Computer Learning Center
Portland, Oregon
March 2003
Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE)
Software Education of America
Riverside, CA
Jan 2000
Technical Certification:
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
A+ Certification
CCNA
CCNA Security
Security +
CCISP
Organizations:
Beta Gamma Sigma, California State University
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