Keith A. Richardson

600 Floyd Street, Valdosta, GA 31601

Cell: (904) 962-7547 | keith.richardson5@gmail.com

Senior Network Engineer | LAN/WAN Manager | Technical Analyst | Network Administrator

A results-driven IT professional with extensive experience in the engineering, administration and support of

information systems. In-depth expertise in the implementation, analysis, optimization, troubleshooting and

documentation of LAN/WAN network systems. Strong “hands on” technical knowledge with, Dell certifications in

Workstations, Notebooks, Desktops, Printers, & Servers, Storage, Displays. Proven ability to lead and motivated

project teams to ensure success. Track record for diagnosing complex problems and consistently delivering effective

solutions.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Networking DNS, WINS, DHCP, HOSTS, TCP/IP, 1PX-SPX, SNMP, SMPT, BGP, VPN, FTP

Network

Description 475 additional devices, 10 schools over a 10 mile radius.

Hardware

Systems

Software

Routers - Switches - Hubs (Cisco, Cabletron, May Networks), PBX Switches

Cisco Firewalls, Desktop, Workstations, Notebooks, Servers,

Storage, Networking, Printers, and Displays

AWS, S3, Cloud Computing, Windows NT Workstation and Server, Windows (XP, 7, 8),

Apple OSX/iOS, Linux, Novell

Active Directory, IPv6

NetObjects, MapInfo, Trend Anti-Virus, Exchange 5.5, Outlook 2010, FTP, Telnet

Ping Utilities, Link-view, Net-xray, Adobe Dreamweaver CS4,

Flash, FrontPage 2003, Swishmax, Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, Encore, Lightroom,

After Effects, Auditions, Indesign

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Valdosta City Schools, Valdosta, Georgia

Cloud Architect

February 2007 - present

Responsible for upgrades, web services, cloud services, databases, and system configuration for the new

infrastructure at Valdosta City Schools.

Accomplishments:

● Senior cloud trainer.

● Developed a better method for inventory control.

● Spearheaded completion of two major migration to bring systems to the cloud.

● Evaluated software for state reporting and recommended modifications for improvements.

● Upgraded systems and servers into the cloud.

● Instituted and managed active directory setup.

● Led the team In implementing improved policies in regards to safety and security of equipment.

● Implemented security policies for systems, and managed secure networks for clients.

Clear Business

Cloud Architect

Implemented an architecture based on virtual networks.

August 2008 – present

Improved overall infrastructure efficiency by

removing the need for need for physically isolated environments. Increased developer efficiency and ability

by providing fully automated and self-service infrastructure.

Experience & Engagement:

● Created a development infrastructure for cloud storage.

● Identified and prioritized a feature roadmap including performance and object versioning

● Trained leaders to use scalable architecture with Amazon Web Services & Google Cloud Services.

4000 Computers, 1070 Laptops, 100GB Bandwidth, 7800 Students, 660 Teachers

Keith A. Richardson

600 Floyd Street, Valdosta, GA 31601

Cell: (904) 962-7547 | keith.richardson5@gmail.com

● Defined an architecture based on virtual networks.

Improved overall infrastructure efficiency by

removing the need for need for physically isolated environments.

● Routine interaction with client leadership to manage expectations

● Participated in planning sessions with leadership

● Develop public/private cloud integration strategies

● Analyzed and created customer specific cloud architecture models based on feedback loop with

key customer personnel.

● Over 35 successful infrastructure migrations to virtual data center

● Over 21 Successful private cloud infrastructure architectural design and implementations

● Over 6 successful migrations to public cloud (Office 365, Google Apps)

● Over 45 successful deployments of VMware

Technology Specialist

August 2002 - January

2007

Managed server network, serviced all computers, supervised network infrastructure, advanced computer repair

and construction including add/remove/update memory, hard drives, motherboards, processing and operating

systems.

Accomplishments:

● Configured and managed printers using HP Jet admin in addition to upgrading firmware and

handling installations.

● Evaluated any new network and server hardware systems.

● Instituted new computer lab designs.

Valdosta State University

Valdosta Technical College

Mercer University

EDUCATION (Bachelor's Degree)

Pre-Med and History Major

Microsoft Certification Program

August 2003-2007

August 2002-2004

Pre-Med, Chemistry, and Computer Science August 2000-2002