Rockwell CollinsSenior Network Engineer; contractor
Feb. 2012 - Jun. 2012Cedar Rapids, Iowa AreaSenior Network Engineer: Ensured the stability and integrity enterprise VMware network services, information systems that support the full organizational functions. Implementation of migration of VMware Host servers from HP c-class Blade servers to HP DL g6 & g7 class servers. Involved in the Virtualization of Windows VMware client servers, physical to virtual migrations, monitoring, maintaining, and associated operating systems Planning, designing, and developing upgrade and migration plans across the organization. In addition, lead for installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all VMware Host Systems, Client Systems, and Client Applications. Took initiative to analyze and resolve network hardware and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion, and provide end user training where required. Applied proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues in order to maximize the benefit of IT systems investments. Coordinated activities with other organization units (hardware service & support, software service & support, application user service and support) across entire world wide Rockwell Collins divisions. Also involved in VMS infrastructure projects on various Rockwell Collins VMS systems.