Ashley Holloway

Network Administrator with over 5 years of experience. Proficient with all Microsoft operating systems as well as MAC OS 9 and later. Experienced in network design and implementation. Knowledge of Cisco networking equipment. Ability to quickly learn new pieces of software. Proven ability to make smart purchasing decisions that take into account budget, quality, and company growth. Possesses very strong people skills with an uncanny ability to convey technical concepts to users. Have shown the ability to handle critical situation calmly and efficiently. Have good time management and prioritization skills. Experience working with little supervision as well as part of a team.

Networking: Cisco, Nortel, Netgear, TCP/IP, NetBEUI, T1, DSL, Apple Talk, JetDirect, Samba

Platforms: Windows 98, NT 4.0 Workstation, Server, and Terminal Server Edition, 2k Pro and Server, XP Home and Pro., Linux

Other Software: Exchange, IIS, Apache, SendMail, Cpanel, BackupExec, AudioVault, MS Office, Eudora, Outlook Express, Photoshop, PhpMyAdmin, MDaemon, SQL, Sybase.

University of Missouri, Columbia

Computer/Electrical Engineering

12/2001 - Present

Premier Marketing Group

Network Administrator

Maintain a small LAN of 100-200 Machines in two locations (Columbia and Jeff City connected by a T1). In charge of 6 servers running multiple operating systems on two domains with different subnets. Handle day to day operations including end user support and server maintenance.

Researched, purchased and implemented Pix firewall and Cisco 1700 series VPN router to replace single Cisco 1600 series router with no security in place.
Configured VPN solution with 3DES encryption to allow users to work from home.
Designed solution for networking 3 platforms (Apple, Linux, and Windows) to allow graphic designers, programmers, and sales representatives share files with ease.
Migrated nearly 30 websites and 300 email accounts to new hosting provider when original host became unreliable saving the company not only monthly hosting charges but hundreds in lost advertising and e-commerce sales.
Created standard operating procedures and standard equipment lists to ensure consistency across the company.

1/2001 - 12/2001

Family Counseling Center of Missouri

Network Administrator

Maintained a small LAN of 20 Machines and two six machine peer-to-peer networks as well as single machines in 10 offices across Missouri. Maintained an NT 4 server with IIS, Backup Exec, SQL, FoxPro, and Exchange.

Converted existing network to comply with HIPAA regulations while under budget constraints.
Installed business class DSL two offices to allow easier transmission of patient data and online testing to the Veterans Administration.
Set up client side of VPN to State VA offices to allow for faster and more secure data transmissions and allow participation in Missouri’s E-government initiative.
Eliminated all computers still running Windows 3.11.

08/2000- 01/2001

Technical Support Representative

Support internet connections via phone.

Saved the company many accounts by successfully calming irate customers.
Created a satisfied clientele by educating them on better PC practices.

08/1999 – 05/2000

University of Missouri – Columbia

Asst. Network Engineer

Assisted IATS LAN Engineers in design, implementation, and support of gigabit network. Included configuring Nortel equipment, cable work, etc.

Rolled out gigabit networking equipment to over 100 buildings on Mizzou campus.
Configured hundreds of routers and switches to meet university guidelines.
Helped create organized network nodes throughout campus to make it easier to identify problems in the future.

	Professional Summary
	Network Administrator with over 5 years of experience. Proficient with all Microsoft operating systems as well as MAC OS 9 and later. Experienced in network design and implementation. Knowledge of Cisco networking equipment. Ability to quickly learn new pieces of software. Proven ability to make smart purchasing decisions that take into account budget, quality, and company growth. Possesses very strong people skills with an uncanny ability to convey technical concepts to users. Have shown the ability to handle critical situation calmly and efficiently. Have good time management and prioritization skills. Experience working with little supervision as well as part of a team.

	Technical Skills
	Networking: Cisco, Nortel, Netgear, TCP/IP, NetBEUI, T1, DSL, Apple Talk, JetDirect, Samba Platforms: Windows 98, NT 4.0 Workstation, Server, and Terminal Server Edition, 2k Pro and Server, XP Home and Pro., Linux Other Software: Exchange, IIS, Apache, SendMail, Cpanel, BackupExec, AudioVault, MS Office, Eudora, Outlook Express, Photoshop, PhpMyAdmin, MDaemon, SQL, Sybase.

		1999 - 2001	University of Missouri, Columbia	Columbia, MO
			Computer/Electrical Engineering

		12/2001 - Present	Premier Marketing Group	Columbia, MO
			Network Administrator

		08/2000- 01/2001	Socket Internet	Columbia, MO
			Technical Support Representative

			Maintain a small LAN of 100-200 Machines in two locations (Columbia and Jeff City connected by a T1). In charge of 6 servers running multiple operating systems on two domains with different subnets. Handle day to day operations including end user support and server maintenance.
			Researched, purchased and implemented Pix firewall and Cisco 1700 series VPN router to replace single Cisco 1600 series router with no security in place. Configured VPN solution with 3DES encryption to allow users to work from home. Designed solution for networking 3 platforms (Apple, Linux, and Windows) to allow graphic designers, programmers, and sales representatives share files with ease. Migrated nearly 30 websites and 300 email accounts to new hosting provider when original host became unreliable saving the company not only monthly hosting charges but hundreds in lost advertising and e-commerce sales. Created standard operating procedures and standard equipment lists to ensure consistency across the company.

			Maintained a small LAN of 20 Machines and two six machine peer-to-peer networks as well as single machines in 10 offices across Missouri. Maintained an NT 4 server with IIS, Backup Exec, SQL, FoxPro, and Exchange.
			Converted existing network to comply with HIPAA regulations while under budget constraints. Installed business class DSL two offices to allow easier transmission of patient data and online testing to the Veterans Administration. Set up client side of VPN to State VA offices to allow for faster and more secure data transmissions and allow participation in Missouri’s E-government initiative. Eliminated all computers still running Windows 3.11.

			Support internet connections via phone.
			Saved the company many accounts by successfully calming irate customers. Created a satisfied clientele by educating them on better PC practices.

			Assisted IATS LAN Engineers in design, implementation, and support of gigabit network. Included configuring Nortel equipment, cable work, etc.
			Rolled out gigabit networking equipment to over 100 buildings on Mizzou campus. Configured hundreds of routers and switches to meet university guidelines. Helped create organized network nodes throughout campus to make it easier to identify problems in the future.