Andrew West

Metairie, LA

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What kind of job are you looking for?

CAREER OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position utilizing acquired technology, management and client-support skills.

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
*More than 8 years of Information Technology and Operations experience specializing in Network Administration, Technical Support, Management, Tiered
Technical Support escalation and Problem resolution.
*A proven track record of technical expertise, excellent communications skills combined with leadership providing enthusiasm and energy to team members while producing above average results.
*Strong skills in Desktop, Network, and Enterprise planning troubleshooting and support.
*An excellent and clear communicator, both written and verbally & possesses strong organizational skills.
*Detail oriented with a strong sense of problem solving and dedication.
*Microsoft Certified Professional.
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Work history

Newsroom Support Speacialist

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How would you describe your time at CNN (Cable News Network) - ...?

*Provided 1st level technical support to Newsrooms, Networks & Production facilities, working to resolve software and hardware issues while providing superior customer service.
*Performed routine server om maintenance on Windows Servers.
*Executed UNIX backup jobs and maintained updated
disaster recovery documentation.
*Managed user accounts and logins to the corporate domain and news system.
*Logged and Answered repair requests in Remedy (ARS) call tracking system.
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CapitalOne Bank Network Operations Center September 2006 to the present
Network Analyst/ Change & Configuration Management

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How would you describe your time at CapitalOne Bank Network Ope...?

*Monitors and supports the many Network Devices that make up the Capital One Network Infrastructure.
*Ensures the availability of Enterprise-wide applications and network resources.
*Supports all CapitalOne Bank, ATM's & BackOffice branches, providing 2nd level technical support.
*Works
collaboratively with 3rd, - 4th level Technical support teams to ensure connectivity to the many devices that make up the CapitalOne Bank Network system.
*Maintains the Change and Configuration Management process for the IT segment of CapitalOne Bank.
*Ensures compliance of Sarbanes-Oxley regulatory applications through the HP Open View Service Desk client.
*Authors, updates and catalogs documentation for Network Operations Center & Change and Configuration Management team including applications installation instructions, support/ escalation procedures and process flowcharts and network maps.
*Assesses and mitigates risk associated with enterprise wide system configuration changes, maintenance, and upgrades.
*Manages the change control process, and serves as a liaison between various IT groups in an effort to meet audit and risk requirements.
*Leads daily Change and Configuration management enterprise-wide meeting.
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MCI Worldcom - Austin Operations August 2000 to July 2002
Management Information Systems (MIS) Manager

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How would you describe your time at MCI Worldcom - Austin Opera...?

*Enforced key Business Information Systems performance indicators.
*Maximized the usage of departmental budget, by streamlining purchasing, and finding cost efficiencies.
*Managed and executed center and departmental computing projects.
*Created opportunities to increase staff members'
technical ability and provide career-pathing.
*Served as a liaison between customers and MIS team.
*Managed a team of (7) System Administrators, (9) LAN Administrators and (1) Project Coordinator.
*Advised and managed facilities and security supervisors.
*Conducted weekly staff meetings, monthly business reviews, and quarterly business previews.
*Composed & Administered Performance Appraisals, Approved salary increases, hired additional staff as needed.
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NT Administrator/ Team Lead

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How would you describe your time at MCI Worldcom - Alpharetta C...?

*Administered a multi-server / 1500 client Windows NT, '95, and '98 Network.
*Delivered superior customer support, working to resolve production desktop, and support laptop needs.
*Improved performance of entire network, in an effort to ensure key business indicators were met.
*Updated and
improved corporate intranet website.
*Planned and implemented center-wide MS Outlook '98 e-mail conversion.
*Assisted team with Y2K compliance testing and rollout.
*Installed packages and upgrades via SMS Administrator.
*Maintained and organized incremental client/server tape backup system.
*Authored and updated documentation and trained other NT/ UNIX Administrators.
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