Eric Williams: Infrastructure Analyst II

Eric Williams
Infrastructure Analyst II
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Industries
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Work experience
SPS Technologies (a PCC Company)
Infrastructure Analyst II (PCC Fasteners Division) | 03/2023 - Current
o Monitor network systems’ performance to identify any issues and routinely perform analysis during regular IT infrastructure operations, including networks, firewalls, servers, and devices.
o Implement necessary upgrades, patches, or troubleshooting to solve any security problems.
o Fix problems in site computer networks, including network communications errors, storage problems, and malfunctioning server platforms.
o Manage LAN infrastructure configuring and maintaining all network hardware devices.
o Provide support and assist in SAN hardware/software implementation and upgrades of firmware in the storage infrastructure.
o Install, patch, wire network cables in a LAN/WAN network environment through ports, switches, modems and routers.
o Update & maintain site Disaster Recovery Plan.
o Manage/maintain virtual servers by implementing monthly updates.
o Ensure all user workstations are maintained and updated according to monthly security requirements.
o Work with security team to ensure the network follows the company's policies and procedures.
o In addition to all duties/responsibilities listed above, all duties/responsibilities listed below under Division Desktop Technician role are all still being continually handled under current role.
SPS Technologies (a PCC Company)
Division Desktop Technician (PCC Fasteners Division) | 04/2020 - 03/2023
o Primary IT support for PCC Fasteners Division Executive office and Division personnel located remotely nationwide (C-Level & Director Level)
o Secondary IT support for multiple international sites
o Asset management/tracking for Division level equipment located worldwide
o Coordinate with corporate IT personnel on behalf of sites as needed for resolution of complex issues
o Supported transition to WFH and back
Deployed additional hardware on demand as needed
o Level 2 helpdesk support for 25 sites worldwide
o Level 1 helpdesk support for 4 local sites
o Division Wide IT Security Compliance & Assistance for 25 sites worldwide
Report & remediate security risks as presented by Nexpose vulnerability scanner (i.e.)
• Flash & Java removal
• Zero-day Exploits
Report & remediate risks as presented by Lansweeper asset management software
• BitLocker encryption issues (weekly)
• Windows Update issues (weekly)
o Systems past 90 days since last update
Report & remediate risks as reported by Splunk security compliance software
• Security software reconciliation (monthly)
Report & remediate risks as reported by SCCM systems management software
• Windows update review (monthly)
California State Guard – CA Military Dept
Information Technology/Communications Section: Non-Commissioned Officer (Retired) | 08/2012 - 02/2023
o Responsible for successful ground up installation of unit wired/wireless intranet of 1 server, over 20 computers, 6 network printers, 5 laptops & 1 secure wireless access point for external usage.
o Responsible for repair/refurbishment of unit desktops/laptops (to include replacement of typical non-upgradeable internal components, upgrade of SDD/HDD/memory, installation of OS and supporting software).
o Managed IT policies/permissions and security for unit intranet network as Network Administrator.
o Managed secure and redundant backups of GBs of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) on a weekly basis.
PB Fasteners (a PCC Company)
Help Desk Technician | 01/2019 - 04/2020
o Hardware/software installation, support, training & troubleshooting of workstations/laptops for 100+ end-users, in addition to 20 RDP touch-screen terminals for over 300 production floor users
o Xerox and HP Network printer troubleshooting and maintenance
o SOX Compliance (IT Controller & non-IT Tester)
o AS9100D Compliant Internal Auditor
o Asset management/tracking
o Coordinate with division and corporate IT personnel for complex issues
o Switch configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting
4 - Juniper EX2300 POE+ & 2 – Juniper EX3400 Switches
o Physical/Virtual server management including patching, maintenance
12 servers using VMware vSphere
o Remote user assistance via SCCM Remote Control Viewer or RDP
o Manage Pulse and MS MFA VPN tokens for users including frequent reconciliation of VPN users for audits
o Active Directory Maintenance
Adding & removing users/computers/permissions
o SCCM management & deployment
Deployed applications and ran reports for audits
o Veeam Backup maintenance
Backing up 12 servers locally and to the cloud for near instant recovery
o Lansweeper information maintenance
Used to manage assets and troubleshooting issues. Reports to detect problems early