Below is my resume and cover letter __________________________ GENNADY UTKIN utkinat_private Ladies and Gentlemen, In the interest of applying for a position as a Senior System / Network Administrator or Information Security Professional within your organization, I am enclosing my resume for your consideration and review. As a very innovative, articulate and detail-oriented individual with an eagerness to expand my horizons and meet new challenges, I am confident my qualifications match your requirements. Along with a strong training and educational background, I would bring to the position more than 15 years of related experience, a superior work ethic, developed skills and a commitment to excellence. I have expanded and refined my talents and would welcome the opportunity to showcase them for you. My experience in and understanding of the intricacies of the Information Technology field, along with strong strategic planning, project development/implementation, needs assessment, administration, leadership and client relations' skills will allow me to immediately become a very productive member of your staff. I take great pride in my work and receive immense satisfaction from knowing that through my actions I have satisfied the needs of my employers and clientele, while helping my staff members and colleagues become more productive and efficient. I would like to do the same for your organization. The enclosed resume summarizes my background and experience. Please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience so I can give you a more in-depth review of my qualifications. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to your response. Sincerely, Gennady Utkin -------------------------------------------------------- GENNADY UTKIN utkinat_private PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE A position as a Senior System/Network Administrator or Engineer that will capitalize on acquired skills and experience. Desire a position with career growth potential. QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS **Dynamic technical professional with more than 15 years of experience in the development of technical strategies and solutions, network design and administration, database management and end-user support. **Certifications include Cisco Certified Network Associate/Professional (CCNA & CCNP), Microsoft Certified Professional/ Systems Engineer (MCP & MCSE), and A+, Network+ and Server+ Certified Technician. CCISP and GIAC SANS Auditing (GSNA) certification in progress. **Proven expertise in hardware/software installation and configuration, VPN and firewall design, help desk operations, data migration and archiving, customer service and support and end-user training. **Comprehensive background in full project lifecycle management from initial concept through final delivery. Experienced in government, health and technology industries. **Highly experienced in system architecture design, planning, reengineering and implementation. Skilled in client-server infrastructure, information security policies/audits, network diagnostics and support, and application integration and customization. At ease in work situations with changing responsibilities. **Proficient in analyzing information system needs, evaluating end-user requirements, and custom designing solutions to complex information management architecture. Effective in work situations requiring an ability to manage multiple and concurrent projects and responsibilities. **Quick study with an ability to rapidly achieve organizational integration, assimilate job requirements and employ new ideas, concepts, methods and technologies. Energetic and self- motivated team player. **Excellent communication, interpersonal, intuitive, technical, analysis and leadership skills. Thrive in both independent and team environments. Facilitate a team approach to achieve organizational objectives. COMPUTER EXPERTISE *Windows 3.x/9.x/2000 *Windows NT 3.x/4.0 *Client-Server Architecture Design *MS SQL 7 *Red Hat Linux *ArcServeIT 2000 *MS Exchange 5.5/2000 *MS Proxy *MS ISA Server *IIS 4.0/5.0 *ISS Scanner *Apache *NAI Sniffer Pro *Cisco Routers/Switches *DNS Server *BGP4 Protocol *OSPF Protocol *EIGRP Protocol *RIP2 Protocol *VPN *LAN/WAN *IT Security Auditiding *Network Security Analysis *DB2 *3rd Party Applications *Banyan Vines Network *Digital Server *LAN/WAN Cabling Design *Database Programming *PC/Network Devices *Firewalls *Monarch EDUCATION/TRAINING Professional Training Programs, Courses & Certifications *Computer Operations *Hardware/Software Maintenance *LAN/WAN Operations *CCNA *CCNP *MCP *MCSE *A+ *Network+ *Server+ EMPLOYMENT HISTORY 3/00 to Present NEC Systems San Jose, CA Principal Consultant/ Networking & Information Security Practice Leader *Spearhead various IT infrastructure and information security projects. Supervise technical staff, plan project logistics, respond to requests for proposal, assist with presale efforts and custom design solutions to customer technical issues. Institute strategic direction based on market demand and company goals. *Design and deliver IT infrastructure for companies throughout the U.S. including multiple server platforms, Cisco routers/switches, VPN hardware, operating systems and 3rd party applications. *Conduct client security audits including risk assessment, contingency planning, information security policy review, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, base lining and configuration management reviews. 10/99 to 3/00 Various Dot.com Start-ups San Jose, CA Senior Systems Engineer/Information Technology Architect *Designed and deployed Windows and Linux-based architecture for existing and startup companies. Assessed client business processes and requirements; developed time and cost-effective solutions that were deliverable within six weeks. *Assisted a bio-tech manufacturer rollout a B2B online presence. Implemented a three-tier production environment and sourced a co-hosting provider. *Engineered Cisco architecture, a content publishing scheme using self-generating scripts, an internal DNS server and internal test and development capability. 3/99 to 10/99 Nextel Communications Abilene, TX Senior Systems Engineer/Team Lead *Managed all Windows based servers in a fast-paced 24/7 data center. Supervised six system administrators and met/exceeded all service level agreement specifications for 40+ high- availability servers. *Implemented web services for new phone activation and supplies providing pre-/post-sales support. Achieved 99.9% system uptime, developed and documented critical data center procedures, installed and configured Cisco routers and Nortel components. Load balanced a web site spanning multiple servers. 3/98 to 3/99 Department of Veterans Affairs Fort Harrison, MT Senior Systems Administrator/Information Security Officer *Designed and deployed Windows NT architecture for 500+ state- wide users in Montana. Developed a secure desktop solution for ward and clinical facilities, and managed two major WANs for business and health groups with 99.9% uptime. Directed Intranet development to support 11,000+ users. *Installed and configured network hardware, implemented a firewall, and created/audited information security policies. Provide desktop support to internal hospital departments, trained users in security protocols, and instituted IT training for staff resulting in a 50% reduction in user help desk requests. 2/96 to 3/98 Department of Defense NAS Fallon, NV System Administrator/Programming Analyst *Administered a department-wide system migration from Novell Netware to Windows NT 4.0 including transfer of accounting data into a DB2-based back office infrastructure. *Designed the server architecture, migrated all workstations to NT, created security policies, documented LAN topology and provided desktop support for all system users. Created a user interface resulting in an 80% decrease in desktop support requests. 7/94 to 12/95 CD-ROM, Inc. Okinawa, Japan Owner/General Manager *Utilized a strong commitment to customer service and refined business skills to establish two retail locations generating more than $50,000 in monthly revenue. Directed the activities of eight employees. 10/89 to 7/94 U.S. Navy Various Locations Computer Specialist *Provided comprehensive troubleshooting, maintenance and support services for a large network. Installed, upgraded and maintained computers. Educated end-users on proper operating procedures. Served as Information Security Officer and Network Administrator. Received the Navy Achievement Medal for outstanding service.
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