Adam Bohlander
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Systems Administrator
Highly accomplished and skilled networking professional with
solid history of systems administration and technical support.
Diverse knowledge of a range of hardware, software, and 
networking tools; exceptional capacity to quickly master emergent
technologies. Top-notch interpersonal skills, able to communicate
with technical and non-technical staff, coupled with success in
collaborative environments. Effectively able to analyze complex
issues and implement timely resolution.

Areas of Expertise:
* Systems Administration
* Backup Solutions Development
* Migration Planning & Implementation
* Systems Strategy
* Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution       
* User Training and Support
* HPC Cluster Planning & Implementation
* SAN Storage
* High Availability

Technical Proficiencies:
- Certifications: 
  * Xiotech Magnitude Engineer
- Platforms:
  * Linux (Debian and Red Hat)
  * Mac OSX
  * Windows 2003, 2000, NT
- Programming: 
  * Python
  * PHP
  * Bash 
- Services:
  * MySQL
  * Apache
  * Sun Grid Engine
  * All Windows 2003 Services: DHCP, DNS, WINS, Active Directory
- Applications: 
  * Microsoft Office
  * Commvault
  * Backup Exec
  * Visio
  * Project
- Hardware:
  * Xiotech SAN
  * x86 and x86_64 Servers
  * Tape Devices
  * Network Switches
  * Fiber Channel Switches

Experience:
Systems Administrator 2006 - Present
- Toyota Technological Institute at Chicago, Chicago, IL
Support and maintain all aspects of technical infrastructure for
a small computer science doctoral college.
- Key Achievements:
  * Redesign & Implement standards compliant website.
  * Design & Implement HPC Cluster consisting of 64 CPU's.
  * Create Student and Faculty Applicant web applications.
  * Migrate legacy Windows servers to Linux solutions.
  * Implement backup system which provided simple and efficient 
    backup and recovery. 

Network Administrator 2002 - 2006
- Banta Direct Marketing, Elk Grove Village, IL
Provide excellence in technical support for 120 users in multiple
locations. Perform system maintenance of 20 servers, including
email, database, Web, and file server clusters. Ensure high
availability through implementation of security patches and virus
scan updates. Analyze and resolve complex issues. Maintain
meticulous records on all purchases, warranties, and licenses.
Trained newly hired Network Administrator. 
- Key Achievements: 
  * Spearheaded migration from Backup Exec to Commvault and
    Novell to Windows.
  * Handled migration from Groupwise to Microsoft Exchange and
    Windows NT to 2003.
  * Designed and installed file server cluster, ensuring high
    availability and performance.
  * Reduced company expenses by reducing need for consultants.

Senior PC Technician 2000 - 2002
- Hyperedge, Batavia, IL
Provided support for over 100 users and 3 servers, within 2
locations. Collaborated with various departments to deliver
on-time quality resolution for complex issues. Authored
comprehensive documentation on all technical support calls.
Maintained and support MRP application. Analyzed business
technical needs and recommend innovative solutions. Tracked
purchase orders, licenses, and warranties.  

PC Technician 1998 - 2000
- Kaneland District #302, Maple Park, IL
Supported and maintained computer labs for 3 locations.
Collaborated with faculty for setup of student labs and resolve
issues. Authored comprehensive documentation for help desk
tickets. Provided training of 3 new service technicians. Handled
cabling design of 2 schools.
- Key Achievements:
  * Handled setup and configuration of 3 new service technicians. 
  * Installed and configured 2 PC labs and 1 Mac lab.