Gregory G. Sykes
46 West Street
Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
845-297-4042
845-401-2808
gregg12590@hotmail.com
OBJECTIVE
Strategic, results-oriented Linux, UNIX and AIX system administrator eager to contribute strong consulting and
technical skills toward actively supporting a progressive organization in optimizing Information System
objectives.
CORE COMPETENCIES
OS/Platforms:
Applications:
Networking:
Soft Skills:
zSeries, pSeries - Parallel Sysplex, SAN, ES9000/ES6000, Squadrons-IH-H, Regatta-H.
Support (Os/390), z800, Tivoli, RACF, VM, ATAM, DFDSS/SMS & HSM, ( DLT IV Tape
Mgmt), PSF, EMC, MIM, Unix, MVS, Linux, Citrix, SAK, IMS, AFP, Windows 2000,
Windows Server 2003, XP/ XP Pro, NT, OS/2) Platforms,
Microsoft Office, Lotus Word Pro, Advanced PC/network,
TCP/IP, SNA, NetBEUI, Hyperion, Various Wireless Networks, Routers, and Blackberry
Enterprise Global Systems, System Integration/Optimization, Architectural Design, System
Analysis and Definition, Integration, IT Infrastructures
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
MANPOWER/CTG/CDI at IBM – Poughkeepsie NY – Developer/Administrator
2005-Present
 Contributed as a member of various technical teams offering system development, configuration,
upgrading, migrations, administration and internal customer support for multiple platforms operating in
diverse environments.
 Demonstrated excellent coordination and communication skills in supporting the teams in all functions
including programming, disaster recovery planning and testing/troubleshooting, working remotely via HMC.
 Contributed to the development team in upgrading 1000+ IBM PSeries and zSeries Parallel Sysplex
servers over the full project cycle from initial assessment through project scope, architectural design,
configuration, testing, rollout, documentation, and ongoing support.
 Accountable for network administration as well as performing quality assurance tests on hardware
components using mainframe and other tools for analysis/testing of AIX, UNIX (Linux), and z/VM
components.
 Apply problem solving, technical expertise, System Assurance Kernel (SAK) tool, and vital documentation
talents toward testing, troubleshooting and reporting test results to the component level in
systems/components including ECON, FICON, OSA, CRYPTO, Nodes, NBA, memory cards and ISC
cards.
 Conduct additional testing/maintenance on other components like patch panels, routers, LANs switches
and hubs.
 Sole point of contact to executive level staff in providing Executive Desk Side Support.
 Skillset: zSeries, pSeries - Parallel Sysplex, SAN, ES9000, ES6000, Squadrons-IH-H, Regatta-H. Support
(Os/390), z800, Tivoli, RACF, VM, ATAM, DFDSS/SMS & HSM, ( DLT IV Tape Mgmt), PSF, EMC, MIM,
Unix, MVS, Linux, Citrix, SAK, IMS, AFP, Windows 2000, XP, OS/2) Platforms, Microsoft Office, LPAR,
AutodCAD, IPL, Lotus Word Pro, Advanced PC/network, TCP/IP, SNA, NetBEUI, Hyperion, Various
Wireless Networks, Routers, and Blackberry.
STAPLES – Wappingers Falls NY – Electronics Specialist
 Competitively leveraged products and services by applying creativity and accountability to developing and
servicing consumer and commercial clients.
 Listened attentively to analyze customer requirements and provide solutions that best met their needs.
 Successfully achieved all daily and weekly quotas through upselling and cross selling products and
services, as well as providing high quality customer care.
 Skillset: Accountable for sales, service and repair of all electronic and computer equipment in the store.
2005
WALKILL MEDICAL CENTER – Wallkill NY – System Administrator
2004-2005
 Supported servers and network systems supporting 2 medical practices operating in a Linux, AIX, UNIX
and Windows 2000/XP environment. Installed configured and troubleshoot CISCO routers and switches,
T3, T1, Fractional T1 and ISDN
 Provided support of MAC workstations, medical software and maintenance of all hardware and software for
continuous and secure operations.
 Responsible for all installation project deliverables including job costing/justifications,
negotiation/approvals, procurement, installation, configuration, user training, ongoing administration and
technical support.
 Successfully maintained all directories and anti-virus protection, as well as security and disaster recovery.
 Skillset: Linux, AIX, UNIX and Windows 2000/XP, Macintosh.
IBM FISHKILL – Somers NY – OAO
1996-2004
 Demonstrated excellent technical and interpersonal skills while providing a number of services to internal
customers while managing the internal networked systems.
 Responsible for installing, configuring, testing and troubleshooting both hardware and software, and
provided technical support of all HW/SW components to general staff and executive level management.
 Planned and executed a number of new system installations encompassing PCs running Windows 95 and
OS/2.
 Implemented Token Ring architecture, installed web files and print servers, protocols, TCP/IP, Net BIOS,
IPX and network topologies on PCs, Workstations, Servers.
 Spearheaded the Y2K compliance project team with oversight for all project deliverables from design
through oversight, change management and rollout.
 Skillset: ThinkPad, PC, Netfinity severs, MVS, VM, SQL, OS/2, Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office, Lotus Word
Pro, Advanced PC/network, TCP/IP, SNA, NetBEUI, Windows 98/NT/2000/XP, Linux, UNIX, Citrix,
Hyperion, Wireless Networks, routers, TCP/IP, Net BIOS, IPX and Blackberry.
OTHER EXPERIENCE
GREG ENTERPRISES – Wappingers Falls NY – Owner/Operator
2006-Present
 Launched a computer repair and system customization business, offering clients full service installation,
configuration and support on an after hours basis.
 Work directly with client representatives in configuring, repairing and customizing their systems for
individual business needs.
 Provide additional web page and multimedia design and system integration.
 Skillset: IBM, Dell, AIX, UNIX, MAC, Windows, and Linux Platforms.
PRIOR POSITIONS:
 Automatic System Developers, LaGrange, 1994-1996
 Franklin Historic Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, 1993-1994
EDUCATION
Mount Saint Mary College/ University of Phoenix
Accelerated Master of Science in Information Technology, currently enrolled
Technical Career Institute
Bachelor of Applied Science in Electronic Engineering
Dutchess Community College, Communications major - Phi Theta Kappa
MCSE, Compumax, 1999
A+ Essential SkillSoft 220-601 2/15/2007
A+ IT Technician SkillSoft 220-602 3/23/2007