Certifications:AWS Technical Professional, CCIA Citrix Certified Integration Architect, CCP-N Citrix Certified Professional – Networking, CCP-M Citrix Certified Professional - Mobility, CCEE Citrix Certified Enterprise Engineer, CCNA Cisco Certified Network Associate, MCTS Windows Server Virtualization, Active Directory Configuring, Network Infrastructure Configuration, Comptia A+, Network+

 

 

Operating Systems:Citrix Xenserver 6.x, VMWare ESXi 3.5, Windows Hyper-v, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2008R2, Linux Ubuntu Server 14.04 LTS, CentOS, Windows 7, Windows 8, Apple OSx, Apple IOS, Android OS, Cisco IOS

 

 

Hardware:Cisco 2600, and 2800 Series Routers, Cisco Catalyst 3550 Series

Switches, Cisco ASA and PIX Firewalls, SonicWALL Firewalls, Citrix Netscaler Gateway and Access Gateway Standard, HP Thin Clients, Dell, Toshiba, HP Workstations and Laptops, Dell Poweredge Servers, HP Proliant DL Series Servers, Gateway Wireless Access Points, HP Procurve Wireless Access Points

 

Software: Citrix Netscaler Gateway 10.x, Citrix Access Gateway 9.x and 10.x, Citrix Xendesktop 5.6, Citrix Xenapp 6.5, Citrix XenMobile Mobile Device Manager, Citrix Secure Gateway 3.x, Citrix Access Controller 5.0, Citrix Web Interface, Citrix Storefront 1.2, Citrix AppController 2.x, Citrix Provisioning Services, Puppet, Docker, Python Boto, Bash, Vagrant, Zabbix, Nagios, Wowza Media Server, Postfix, Dovecot, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Outlook, Wire Shark, Fiddler, Openfiler SAN software, Microsoft Office 2003 and 2007,  Virtual Box, GoAutoDial/Vicidial, OwnCloud, Odoo 8,

 

Networks/Protocols:RIPv2, EIGRP, OSPF, MPLS, FRoMPLS, STP, VTP, PPP, DHCP, DNS, FTP, TFTP, VPN, ACL, NAT, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, CDP, Telnet, SSH, Wireless 802.11, iSCSI

 

Clouds Providers:              Amazon Web Services, Rackspace, Microsoft Azure

Cloud Services:AWS EC2, AWS Route 53, AWS VPC, AWS CloudFront,

AWS CloudFormation, CloudWatch, AutoScaling, AWS Direct Connect, AWS IAM, AWS S3, Microsoft Azure AD, Hosted Exchange, AWS Elastic Load Balancer, OpenNebula,

AWS RDS, AWS SNS,

 

  __________________Professional Experience____________

 

Secure Cloud Networks Inc.

Cloud service provider focused on managed services as well as delivering PaaS, SaaS offerings.

Cloud/Virtualization consultant                                                     February 2015 to Present

Provide cloud solutions to companies wanting to utilize cloud to increase business continuity as well as improve business efficiency

·              Design disaster recovery and backup strategies for companies

·              Deploy load balancing and processes to scale and be highly available

·              Build and automate backend processes for clients to help improve efficiency

·              Deploy Linux and Windows based servers along with infrastructure resources in AWS using various tools (CloudFormation, Puppet, etc.)

·              Configure AWS S3 for media streaming, file sharing, content sharing, and backup

·              Provide proactive monitoring using various monitoring tools

·              Configure AWS for connection into customer environment for private/hybrid cloud implementations

·              Configuration of Route53 and migration of DNS from other sources to AWS

·              Research and provide cloud solutions tailored to solve the problems of business

·              Deployment of application servers in a highly available configuration

·              Implement scripts for automated backup and snapshots using shell and Python Boto

·              Setup of AWS ELB as front end of web applications

·              Configuring monitoring via Zabbix

·              Build of Xendesktop 7.6 and Netscaler 10.x in AWS for remote teleworkers

·              Build of ViciDial GAD Dialer voip solution for remote teleworkers

·              Build of OpenNebula to provision private clouds, public clouds, and services

·              Deploy Docker containers utilizing CoreOS

 

 

Solid IT Solutions, Fort Lauderdale                                                     

Company offering Cloud and Virtualization solutions to businesses who want to lower operating costs as well as increase efficiency.

Cloud/Virtualization consultant                                                            May 2009 to Present

In this role I consult, design, and implement public, hybrid, and private cloud solutions in AWS for companies that want to take advantage of centralization, security, and cost benefits of running their infrastructure in the cloud

·              Resource creation and configuration management of Linux and Windows based servers and appliances in AWS using Cloud Formation and Puppet

·              Automated scheduling of tasks and jobs on Linux and Windows Servers using shell scripts and cron jobs

·              Deployment of Live streaming servers (Wowza) in different availability zones and regions for high availability and fail over

·              Content delivery, content switching, and load balancing using Netscaler VPX and CloudFront for high availability and enhanced performance

·              Configuration of SDN in Cloud using CohesiveFT to mitigate issues pertaining to multi-cast in cloud environment

·              Peering VPC to VPC and configuration of ipsec tunneling for hybrid cloud and private cloud environments using Netscaler or AWS VPN to multivendor environments as end points i.e. Cisco ASA’s, Juniper firewalls/routers, Checkpoint, etc

·              Utilizing Microsoft Azure AD for multi-tenant customers needing directory services

·              Configuration of Linux (Ubuntu) based Mail servers in the cloud for private/hybrid cloud infrastructure

·              Build of Mobility and VDI solutions utilizing Citrix Suite in AWS and on Premises

·              Creation of cloud backup strategies utilizing Amazon S3 and scripts/crons for automation

 

 

Citrix Systems, Fort Lauderdale, Fl

Cutting edge cloud and virtualization company totally committed to providing end to end solutions for those who want to expand the boundaries of the workplace as well as giving customers the ability to enjoy and work anywhere on any device.

Cloud Operations Engineer                                                                    Feb 2014 to Sept 2014

As a Cloud Engineer I was tasked with helping to bootstrap Citrix Systems new XenMobile Enterprise SaaS cloud offering. From testing to actual implementation of the full suite in Amazon Web services virtual private clouds. Tasks included:

·              Bring up servers in Amazon Web Services Virtual Private Cloud

·              Configure all components of Citrix XenMobile enterprise solution (Netscaler, AppController, Mobile Device Manager

·              Configure security groups for EC2 instances or VPC instances

·              Configure monitoring using Amazon Cloud Watch, Nagios, and Dot.com for availability of servers

·              Write and test backup procedures and policies

·              Write and test disaster recovery procedures

·              Configure DNS utilizing route 53 for external and internal name resolution

·              Based on cloud customer utilized cloud formation for automated deployment of environment

·              Configuration of and troubleshooting of XenMobile on Linux as well as Tomcat and Java components

·              Creation of SOP’s Standard Operating Procedure’s for dealing with outages, recovery, troubleshooting, etc

·              Troubleshooting of Netscaler using a variety of networking tools and applications including WireShark, Fiddler 2, and linux shell commands.

·              Created a curriculum for training new cloud engineers to help them get up to speed and certified in the components needed to successfully deploy and troubleshoot XenMobile enterprise on premises and in the AWS cloud.

·              Failover and load balancing configuration using Netscaler 10.x, MDM, and AppController

·              Integrating and configuration of XDM enterprise with XenDesktop, XenApp, and StoreFront

 

Dell Inc. Plano, Tx

Computer company who offers specialized services and expertise aimed at lessening the it burden and helping companies focus on what they do best

Systems Administrator/Sr. Advisor Citrix (Remote)                           July 2013 to Jan 2014

In this role I am responsible for advising, building, and administering components of a virtual infrastructure for a big health care account. Some of the technologies I worked with in this role are Xenapp 6.5, Xenapp 5, Edgesight 5.4, VmWare 5.x.

·              Build virtual servers from templates or from scratch using VmWare  Vsphere 5.1 for use as Xenapp servers, Web interface Servers, monitoring servers, or application servers

·              Patching existing Xenapp servers with the latest hotfixes etc.

·              Advising on and researching best practices for migration and testing

·              Migration of medical and lob applications from Xenapp 5 platform to Xenapp 6.5

·              Testing and troubleshooting of new Xenapp 6.5 applications for end users

·              Patching and maintenance of VmWare servers

·              Troubleshooting application compatibility

·              Adding new users to test groups and production groups for access to applications

·              Setting user, cpu, and memory thresholds for Xenapp servers

·              Deploying GPO policies for end user experience

·              Troubleshooting printing in a terminal services environment

·              Building monitoring with Edgesight 5.4

·              Configuring Xenapp worker groups and policies

 

   Citrix Systems, Fort Lauderdale, Fl

Cutting edge cloud and virtualization company totally committed to providing end to end solutions for those who want to expand the boundaries of the workplace as well as giving customers the ability to enjoy and work anywhere on any device.

Technical Support Engineer                                        September 2010 to July 2013   

With Citrix I configure, troubleshoot, and resolve issues from engineers and administrators from various companies around the globe ranging from simple network topology to the very complex.

A list of products I interact with on a daily basis are Citrix Access Gateway, Netscaler, Xenserver,  Xenapp 5 and 6.5, Xendesktop 5, Citrix Secure Gateway, Citrix Storefront 1.2, and AppController 2.5.

·               Set up and configure Access Gateway, Netscaler, and Secure Gateway for access to applications and virtual desktops hosted in backend Xenapp or Xendesktop farms from any desktops, laptops, and mobile devices (ipad, iphone, droid, etc)

·               Configure load balancing with Citrix Netscaler

·               Toubleshooting and configuration dealing with failed installations or misconfigurations by personnel on customer side.

·               Evaluating best practices and how to effectively deliver apps based on scenario

·               Configuration of Xenapp, and Xendesktop, to meet the needs of customers

·               Utilizing Powershell commands to aid in Xendesktop deployment and configurations

·               Building repro’s for testing and provisioning Xenserver vm’s for demo of new products as they come out

·               Set up XenMobile MDM server for demo and testing purposes

·               Configuring failover and high availability of Access gateway appliances and vpx’s

·               Configuring authorization and authentication (RSA, Radius, Smart cards, LDAP, etc) on various Citrix security appliances and products i.e. Netscaler Gateway, Access Gateway etc.

·               Set up Hyper-v on Windows Server 2012 for customer repro environment

·               Configuration of SSL certificates from internal CA’s and external

·               Troubleshooting and configuration of IIS

·               Creating and applying policies and load evaluators to Xenapp farms as well as endpoint devices Access Gateway, Advanced Access Controller, etc

·               Examining various traces and debug logs to determine points of failure or cause of issue between and on various devices

·               Troubleshooting and configuration of Windows server 2008, and 2003 servers as it pertains to Citrix products

·              Troubleshooting terminal services issues as well as licensing issues as it pertains to Citrix products

 

Lan Infotech, Fort Lauderdale, Fl

Managed services technology company that provides full service to small to medium sized businesses and law firms in South Florida.

Network Engineer                                                           April 2010 to September 2010

In this role I was part of a five man team that manages 30 plus law firms and businesses with over a hundred servers and a variety of applications and topologies. Part of my responsibilities included overseeing multiple sights and implementing new technologies as well as troubleshooting and fixing any existing or developing issues with our clients. I also was charged with server implementations using Windows 2003 and 2008 as platforms, Hyper V setup, and Sonicwall configuration and installation. In addition I dealt extensively with Citrix XenApp and Symantec Technologies.

·              In charge of migrating Exchange 2003 to 2007 as well as the implementation of MXLogic to aid in spam filtering

·              Configured and deployed  Sonicwall firewalls to multiple sites as well as configured and troubleshoot existing Cisco ASA and Pix firewalls in multiple environments

·              Setup routing and switching using different versions of Cisco routers and switches. Configurations included MPLS, PTP, multiple vlan configs, trouble shooting and resolution of existing configurations

·              Setup and troubleshoot issues with remote access via Citrix or RDP

·              Installation of configuration of backup solutions critical to companies continuity

 

   Cognology Solutions, Plantation, Fl

Technology company dedicated to providing smart solutions to companies looking to

 increase productivity and maximize resources.

Network Engineer/ Systems Consultant                    July 2006 to March 2010

In this role my responsibilities range from the implementation, management, and upkeep of

Windows Server 2003/2008 x86/x64 machines to the network upkeep and troubleshooting of

desktops running everything from Windows 98 to Windows 7. Other duties include

developing backup strategies and testing and implementing of new technologies that will

help improve network performance and efficiency.

·              Converted Vmware ESXi virtual machines into Windows Server 2008 Hyper-v virtual machines for external workers to demonstrate applications in different operating system environments to potential customers.

·              Built and configured a Windows Server 2008 Terminal Server farm for Microsoft Dynamics CRM software as well as other applications.

·              Configured ACL’s and firewall rules in SonicWall for remote users to gain access terminal and virtual servers for application demonstration

·              Created IT project diagrams using Microsoft Visio.

·              Mapping of entire network infrastructure to ensure more timely troubleshooting and also to aid in communication with others outside of the field.

·              Suggested solutions that will ultimately improve management of shared resources.

·              Set up VPN solutions to allow secure remote access to network resources.

·              Server and desktop diagnostics and troubleshooting.

·              Resolution of application issues (help desk support) including messaging (mail), printing, connectivity and office applications.

 

Broward College- Technical Diploma, Information Technology Management 12/09               Network Support