Below are the 5 Network/Systems Engineers & 6 Systems Administrators with in-depth technical skills & various systems expertise. The Thor Group® provides network/systems engineers and systems administrators with expanded technical skills and multiple systems expertise on a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

Would hiring a systems engineer who worked extensively in an information technology and services company help meet the needs of your organization? Educational background is composed of BS Electrical Engineering Technology. Skills in Deltek Application Suite involve Costpoint, Cognos, Time Collection, MySQL, VMWare Fusion, Active Directory, HTML & PHP and Amazon Web Services.

Working in an information technology and services company as a systems engineer, implemented Deltek Costpoint, Cognos, and Time Collection; initiating SharePoint 2013 including data migration with no loss time from multiple SharePoint providers. Also, setup/configured SharePoint services, initiated Password Self-Service and utilized Amazon Web Services for long term data storage and proof of concept projects. In addition, evaluated, procured, set up and tested (from Initial Operating Capability (IOC) to full operational capability (FOC)) company’s first Helpdesk Ticketing/Patching/Inventory system, Dell KACE K1000.

While working as a systems engineer, reconfigured VMware infrastructure to industry best practices. Responsible for upgrading ESXi 4.0 to 5 to 5.5 and testing ESXi upgrade paths to version 6. Part of the job was to setup/manage Backup/Recovery solutions Symantec BackupExec and Dell Appassure, as well as setup/configure ManageEngine OpsManager and AD Audit Plus. Additionally, setup Dell SecureWorks within the environment and reduced IT costs by streamlining security personnel while still providing full 24x7x365 service. Furthermore, was responsible for Technology refresh in the company and replaced HP networking gear with Dell Force10 Switches.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this senior network engineer with advanced computer background and strong understanding of dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP), including static routing, as well as default routing and default networks? Core competencies include in depth knowledge of Cisco routers, switches, and data center solutions. Professional designations include being a CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional), a CCDA (Cisco Certified Design Associate), a CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate), as well as having Network+ and A+ Certifications.

Working for a Government entity as a senior network engineer, this professional performed WAN optimization by supporting the general configuration of Cisco WAAS to accelerate LAN services at remote sites for LAN and sometimes VOIP traffic depending on necessity, and remote site capacity. Other duties included designing and implementing network changes on devices that constitute ASR 1002x/1006, VXR 7206, ISR 3945/2951/2921 routers; to include Catalyst 6500/6700, 4500 series chassis, 3750, 3850 and 2960 switches.

For an energy company, this professional supported company goals and objectives by performing STIGs as necessary and resolving IAVAs on Cisco Routers and Switches to include access layer switches 2950, and 2960 models, Core layer models to include 4510 and 6513 chassis. Part of the job was to provide networking support to various contracts supported under the NextGen Task order. The provision of administrative duties for Linux servers, Windows servers, database servers, virtual infrastructure to include Vsphere 4.1 and Vsphere 5 replicated suites as needed was also carried out.

How can a network engineer with experience working in the computer software and retail industries help your organization? Core competencies include Cisco IOS and NOS experience, L2 and L3 configuration, creating and configuring SVI, ACL, DHCP, VLAN, Trunks, QOS, VPC stacked switching, HSRP, as well as IPv4 and IPv6 implementation. Network protocol skills are composed of RIP-V2, OSPF, BGP, VoIP, QoS, TCP, UDP, FTP, SSH, HTTP, HTTPS and SSL. Expertise in planning network design, installation and configuration network devices encompass Nexus 3048, 3064, 3172, 3132, 6004, 9508, Arista 7060, 7050 and Dell S4810, S5000, S6000. This individual is a CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate).

Working for a major software company, this professional worked with challenging issues such as construction and deployment/configuration of more than 1000 switches using TOR and EOR architecture. Performing fault switch recovery and working with Cisco Secure Access Control Server (ACS) using TACACS to authenticate switches were also part of the job. Being responsible for deploying network solutions for Microsoft Enterprise data centers on access, distribution, core levels was one of the key duties completed.

For a retail company as a network engineer, responsibilities involved completing several network projects, including designing and installing VoIP and data networks using Cisco 29xx, 35xx, 37xx 72xx and series Cisco equipment. In addition, this specialist designed VoIP network and its integration with PSTN using Cisco Call Manager solution and Cisco 3800 Series integrated services router.

Would a network engineer with vast experience in design, installation, configuration, administration and troubleshooting of LAN/WAN infrastructure and security match the needs of your organization? Technical skills include Cisco routers, switches, FWSM, Juniper SSGs and VPNs. Other related technical expertise is composed of VOIP, GRE tunneling, DHCP, DNS, Active Directory, Exchange 2010, Microsoft Servers 2008, Cisco ACS, Solar Winds Orion, Sidewinder firewall, Cisco VPN Concentrator 3000, etc. Professional certifications: CCNA-Certified CISCO Network Associate, CCNP-Certified CISCO Network Professional, CCDP-Certified CISCO Design Professional, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Security +, COMPTIA Network + and COMPTIA A +.

Acting as a network engineer for an aerospace/defense company, this professional performed a 10 gig upgrade for all network devices to backbone (38 offices/switches) from daisy-chained 100 MB links and setting up Cisco Works LMS for monitoring/fault detection. Removing three network loops and designating a core switch as the root for spanning tree topology were also carried out.

While working for a computer hardware company as a network engineer, some of the tasks included configuring, monitoring, and maintaining Cisco ASA firewalls with multiple-contexts. This included upgrading memory on eight ASA firewalls to reduce high memory utilization. Additional responsibilities included providing technical guidance and support in designing, change control, documentation and engineering a data center network environment for connectivity between applications, servers and the local area and wide area networks.

Would hiring a corporate systems manager with work experience in aggregates, access equipment and software industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BA Business Information Systems. Trainings attended include IBM Cognos 10.2.2 Administration, Oracle Hyperion Planning 11.1.2 Create and Manage Applications, Oracle WebLogic Server 12c – Advanced Administration and Install and Administer EnterpriseOne Web Server. Software knowledge consists of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, DB2, Oracle, SQL Server, Oracle Enterprise Performance Management (Hyperion), Oracle Weblogic and Cognos BI. This professional led EnterpriseOne requisition self-service implementation which achieved 30% cost savings and system migration with estimated $450,000 cost savings.

Acting as a corporate systems manager in an aggregates company, directly managed a team of four business analysts/developers in all areas of EnterpriseOne development, integration and maintenance. Also, oversaw peripheral systems that integrated to and from E1 such as Oracle IPM document imaging. Other duties were performing change request reviews and assignments for the team and set objectives that were in-line with the business needs, as well as responsible for seeing that proper change management policies and procedures were followed and documented throughout the system development life Cycle (SDLC). In addition, fully responsible for the technical and architectural management of the EnterpriseOne ERP system. Moreover, maintained the IBM AS/400, along with IBM WebSphere 6.1 and several other ancillary systems such as the Oracle IPM document management system.

While working for an access equipment company as a senior business manager, provided support for the roll out of EnterpriseOne across the organization. Played an integral role in the go-live support provided level 4 support to the organization on various areas of E1 as the company continued the rollout throughout the organization. Furthermore, played an integral role in the consolidation of 2 instances of EnterpriseOne into a hybrid system methodology that combined Brazil and China instances to EnterpriseOne 9.0 with tools release 8.98.4.7. This configuration consists of shared central objects, system and dedicated control table schemas business data schemas. The infrastructure consists of a Windows 2008, UNIX, Oracle 11g, and Weblogic 10.3.

Could your organization use a systems administrator with NetSuite CRM and Oracle proficiencies, as well as experienced in software, technology and manufacturing industries? Technical proficiencies cover NetSuite CRM, Oracle, Eloqua and LSI. Educational attainment includes Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems. This individual was Certified by MSCD as a Database Analyst.

Primary tasks of this systems administrator included providing systems analysis and administration, as well as providing system configuration as business needs required. Assistance was provided with identifying process stakeholders, then creating and documenting business processes in response to those business needs. Key roles covered getting involved in Quote to Cash project currently underway and traveling to offices in order to document business processes, system architecture and identify system dependencies. Working with the web development team was done to ensure proper functionality of web-forms to ensure accuracy on the technical side of the lead generation process. Administering and configuring NetSuite CRM and Eloqua systems were completed. Contributions involved data analysis, generating sales pipeline, forecast and bookings reports, generating reports for marketing (leads analysis), utilizing data mining and ad-hoc analysis/ reporting as needed.

While in another job, consulting with management, business analysts and other stakeholders in effort was completed to identify and close business process gaps. This individual identified and documented system development requirements then passed those requirements on to the development team. Service contract termination management was completed. Adherence to vendor contract termination rules and process terminations using Oracle and generating credit/re-bills were carried out, along with identifying and resolving order discrepancies by working with vendor (Sun Microsystems), VAR and sales rep.

Would a detail-oriented Deltek/ADP/Cyberrecruiter systems administrator with work experience in logistics/supply chain, software and IT services industries fit in your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Engineering Technology, Major in Computer Programming. Technical proficiencies involve Deltek Costpoint, Deltek Time & Expense, MS SQL Server Enterprise Manager, SQLPlus and Oracle Enterprise Manager.

Some accomplishments included joining MPRI, to bring existing financial databases into a consistent format by releasing and applying patches and upgrades once testing was completed. Serving in a logistics and supply chain company as a Deltek/ADP/Cyberrecruiter systems administrator, implemented Costpoint version 5.1 post csp2 upgrade for enhancements for two Joint Venture Company MSSQL Server databases. Also, tested version 6.x for implementation prior to Q2 2009. In addition, designed authorization approval forms for requests and rights of Costpoint users.

Shared expertise by providing troubleshooting and error resolution with immediate response to ticket call-tracking system. While employed as a Deltek technical support specialist, acted as a liaison between in-house clients and Deltek Systems, Costpoint/Impromptu/Time & Expense, ADP and Cyberrecruiter on high priority calls and bug fixes. Some of the tasks were managing distribution of new executables and patches to existing databases and application servers as new releases are issued for Deltek Systems, ADP and Cyberrecruiter. Acting as a Costpoint system administrator in a software company, served as a liaison between in-house clients and Deltek Systems on high priority calls and bug fixes. Furthermore, managed distribution of new executables and patches to existing databases and application servers as new releases are issued by Deltek Systems, Inc.

Does a detail-oriented systems administrator with expertise in delivering Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) technological business systems and solutions globally fit in your organization? Technical skills include Oracle CRM OnDemand, Oracle ERP, Salesforce.com (Sales and Service), Oracle EBS, Oracle Order Management and Supply Chain, Oracle 11i/R12 and Oracle BI Analytics.

Some impact accomplishments included defining process for integration between Salesforce and Oracle ERP for master data accounts and parts. Some of the duties involved analyzing, developing and supporting Oracle HR and a payroll system interface. The development of new reports and/or improvements of existing ones using Oracle BI Analytics Reports, COGNOS BI reports, Oracle Discoverer, Oracle Reports , Noetix Reports and XML Publisher Reports was also finalized.

Shared expertise by being a sole in-charge of ERP system (manufacturing and financials) at Pycon, resolving day-to-day user issues and interacting with the management for all MIS data need. Other tasks were composed of designing and developing Oracle Reports, SQL*Reports and Oracle Discoverer reports. In addition, this administrator worked with Oracle Support team to resolve critical issues and apply patches.

Does a systems administrator who is knowledgeable in MS Dynamics CRM and MS Dynamics GP, as well as experienced in business services, communication and manufacturing industries pique your interest? Technical knowledge involves MS Dynamics CRM, MS Dynamics GP, Azure, VMWare, SQL Server, Citrix, VDI and XenApp. Educational attainment includes B.S. in Computer Information Systems (CIS). This individual is a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) and a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA).

Major responsibilities of this systems administrator included administering multiple domain controllers, DNS, DHCP servers, MS SQL cluster, Citrix environment, Exchange and network security with Cisco ASA 5520 as well as Cisco ASA 5505 firewall appliances. The backup environment was also administered. Creating then maintaining user accounts, service accounts and computer objects were some of the key roles. Aside from creating the group policy, this individual pushed policy to new or migrated servers/accounts. The VMware ESX 5.1/5.5 environment was managed. Designing and implementing the Veeam backup for the 50+ virtual servers, in addition to providing key support for the CRM migration from MS Dynamics CRM 4.0 to MS CRM 2013 were positive experiences brought to the business table. The job covered planning and implementing the VMware ESX/VCenter upgrade from 5.1 to 5.5 on HP hosts. Functions consisted of designing, planning and implementing Windows Server migration on Windows IIS servers. Other duties involved designing, planning and implementing the migration of Exchange 2007 to Exchange 2010.

While in another job, duties involved serving as lead for HP separation and migration in which 25,000 servers were built or migrated. Part of the job was working as a key leader for infrastructure issues during the build/migration process were efficiently handled.

How can a system administrator who is knowledgeable in Epicor with background working in manufacturing, financial services and software industries fit within your organization? Technical specialties cover Epicor, Exchange NT, FAS3100, Azure Cloud, VMware and MS SQL. Educational attainment includes Master of Information System, Master of Science in Computer Science and Bachelor Science in Commerce (Accounting).

Duties of this system administrator covered reporting to the COO while managing 1 network administrator and 5 helpdesk technicians. Managing the legacy system on ERP/manufacturing system and administering Exchange 2000 system for 3 locations were some of the functions. Other tasks involved providing tech support on all IT issues of the company, offering helpdesk support for all users and working as project manager for all IT-related projects. This individual served as network administrator for all IT concerns and administered the Epicor ERP/MRP System. Serving as network administrator for infrastructure was also carried out.

Key roles in another job consisted of leading the cyber security team and supporting Encompass for 5+ years for 3000 users. Support was provided for all Encompass deployment, dependencies and app connections. Supporting and designing the optimal network circuit for Encompass were completed. Skills included working with Windows Server 2003, 2008, 2012 to 2016 Administration (AD, DNS, DHCP) and providing SAN Storage Management of EMC/EqualLogic, EMC and NetApps. The virtualized infrastructure under VMware ESXi 5.1 to 6.5 was administered, while handling Veeam Backup and Replication up to version 9.5. Barracuda was used for archiving and web/email filtering. MS SQL servers were built from 2007 to 2017 versions.

Can a systems administrator who is proficient in Sage ERP MAS 90/200 (Sage 100 ERP) and worked in pipeline and satellite television industries match the needs of your organization? This systems administrator has extensive expertise in desktop and network administration including website design. Technological skills include: Sage ERP MAS 90/200 (Sage 100 ERP), Crystal Reports, HTML, Java, FLASH, JavaScript, ASP, CSS, Access, MySQL, SQL and ASP, plus Microsoft Office Suite.

While working for a manufacturing company as a systems administrator, part of the job was to provide billing and accounting for rental and sales equipment utilizing Sage ERP MAS 90/200 (Sage 100 ERP) accounting software. The design and maintenance of rental and equipment inventory database as well as tracking of equipment using a database are the key functions performed. The website design prepared by this systems administrator utilizes multiple formats that are driven by a database also designed by this systems administrator.

One remarkable achievement for a satellite television company that this systems administrator achieved was increasing their operational efficiencies to premier levels within the company. This specialist helped grow the area/size of company operations by 300% while maintaining a positive work environment and increasing performance at all levels of operations. Duties included operations management of installation and handling the service work force for a large three-state region.