CV: Satellite / IT Technician

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Date Submitted:	17-03-2007
Last Modified:	03-02-2008 (03:23)

Job information

Current job:	Satellite / IT Technician
Employment Term:	Permanent
Job location:	Anywhere
Date available:	immediately
Industry:	Satellite Operators
Keywords	SATCOM, IT, VSAT, Satellite, iDirect, VOIP, Cisco, Windows, COMSEC, RF, MUX, BUC, LNA, LNB, LNC, TACSAT, NOC, NMC

Objective A satellite communications/network position where my training and 11 years of related experience can add value to your organization. Willing to relocate/travel.

Employment

9/2006-1/2008 ITT Combat Support Systems Afghanistan

Satellite Communications / IT Technician

* Deployed, operated and maintained mobile VSAT equipment in remote locations to support Dyncorp Poppy Eradication Force (PEF) field operations.

* Familiar with equipment used: iDirect 3000/5000 satellite modems, ServGate Edgeforce Firewall/DHCP server, Cisco 7940G VOIP phones, Trackstar NVS ACU, 1.2m AVL Tech satellite antenna (BUC, LNA/LNC troubleshooting & replacement, RF transmitter & power supply), switches, UPS, WAPs and cat5 installation.

* Installed, programmed, operated and trained users on Motorola GM/GP 360 radios & HF Codan radio systems.

* Provided IT desktop support for Windows XP, Vista, Office, including hardware replacement, setup and maintenance.

2003-2006 Verizon Business Cary, NC

Satellite Communications/Network Engineer

* Monitored, controlled and performed troubleshooting of the FAA Satellite Communications Network (FAATSAT) - using RF/data diagnostic equipment and a graphical network interface (Compass).

* Assisted technicians at remote sites to ensure proper maintenance and repair.

* Documented procedures and work flow, to include chronic issues.

* Other satellite networks (VSAT) monitored and controlled included domestic and international customers on the Illuminet, Linkway, Linkstar, PolarSat, and iDirect platforms.

* Worked with the following devices: Win2k servers, XP workstations, Cisco 2600 routers & 2900 switches, Timeplex multiplexers, Newpoint Mercurys, Codan & EF Data radios, Fairchild modems, Hughes PES 8000, and Maxtech HPAs, Pascall power meter, HP 8592L spectrum analyzer.

1996 – 2002 US Army Fort Bragg, NC

Satellite Communications Systems Operator/Maintainer (MOS 31S)

* Installed, tested, repaired and operated: fixed and mobile satellite antennas, up/down converters, digital modems, multiplexers, high voltage power supplies and amplifiers

* RF experienced: familiar with X-band, C and Ku frequencies and data multiplexing. Troubleshooter of equipment to component level, using power meters, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes and data circuit analyzers.

* Located and surveyed suitable sites for remote system installation. Ensured proper site maintenance and operation including appropriate AC power generation/supply.

* Responsible for secure encryption communication equipment (COMSEC).

* Led a four-man team in training and operations, including remote deployments under stressful, time essential requirements. Averaged over 98% network uptime reliability.

Security clearance: FAA clearance in 2006.
TS/SCI clearance granted 2/12/2002

Education

9/2007 Excelsior College Albany, NY

BS degree in Liberal Arts.

2/2000-4/2000 Global Knowledge Fort Bragg, NC

IT Certificates: Telecommunication Fundamentals 1 & 2, TCP/IP Networking,

Internetworking TCP/IP, Networking Fundamentals, Networking with Routers &

Switches, Internetworking Cisco Network Devices.

1996-1997 US Army Fort Gordon, GA

Satellite Communications: graduated 32-week program.

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