Klaus ConsultingIndependent Information Technology Consultant
Jan. 2001 - Jun. 2012Montana, United States● Expanded client base from 0 to ~30 significant recurring clients over 10 years with zero dollar advertising budget.
● Achieved 99% network uptime utilizing IPSEC VPN tunnels over cable in addition to DSL service provided by rural telephone cooperatives.
● Launched a startup company, building all infrastructure from the ground up. ● Designed and implemented a statewide WAN for agricultural corporations spanning 6 locations during a period of dramatic growth.
● Took charge of network consultation, network design (LAN/WAN), and network installation. ● Handled all aspects of hardware procurement, hardware sales, and software consultation. ● Oversaw desktop hardware upgrades and repair, data migration, data recovery, email support, operating system upgrades, and network security. TECHNOLOGIES
Windows Server 2008, 2012, 2016 • Microsoft SQL Server 2008, 2012 • Dell PowerEdge Servers
Microsoft Windows Hyper V • Bartender 2012, 2016 • Microsoft Office 2007, 2012, 2016 Rackspace Hosted Exchange 2010 • Unitrends Backup & Disaster Recovery • Power BI KnowBe4 Penetration Testing/Security Training • Process Pro ERP/MRP • WordPress
Halo Business Intelligence • ShoreTel Administrator/Communicator WatchGuard XTM Series Routers