I am available to provide network consulting services to any small to medium size business, home based business or user in the metropolitan Chicago area.  My expertise is in networking, but I also have a solid knowledge base in the following areas:

• PC and Server hardware installation and configuration
• Windows NT server installation and configuration
• Windows 95 and 98 operating system installation and configuration
• Microsoft Office 97 installation and configuration
• Assess, build and roll out of standardized desktop and laptop configurations (hardware and software)
• Remote access via Dial-Up networking and NT Remote Access Services
• Internet and World Wide Web access and browsing
• Provide one-on-one and small group training in Windows 95, Windows 98, Internet Explorer and other applications

I can provide full "turn-key" systems or assist in the implementation of any new network (including cabling and networking hardware and software) or upgrading of current systems.  I can also provide network performance monitoring, reporting and troubleshooting services.

If interested please forward all requests and questions to:

[email protected]

EDUCATION
        DeVry Institute of Technology - Addison, Illinois
        Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications Management, October, 1992

EXPERIENCE
    Arthur Andersen, LLP - Chicago, Illinois
    November 1992 to Present - Network Specialist

• Perform reactive and proactive network management on a multi-segmented multi-protocol (Ethernet, IPX/SPX, TCP/IP) 10/100 Mb/s Switched/Routed local area network
• Troubleshoot physical, data-link and network layer communications using network analyzers, scanners and continuity test equipment (LANalyzer, Network General Sniffer, MicroTest Compass scanner)
• Investigate, plan and perform benchmark testing of new technologies and associated equipment
• Responsible for entire network infrastructure including cabling and interconnect equipment for 1000+ users across three locations
• Install, configure, manage and troubleshoot hubs, routers and gateways (Bay Networks hubs and switches, Cisco routers and switches, SNA/SPX gateways)
• Assisted Novell, Windows NT, Lotus Notes and SQL administrators with installations, upgrades and reconfigurations
• Coordinated pilot program for remote access to firm resources via the Internet for 1000+ users.  This included utilizing a standard connection to an ISP using a modified version of Windows Dial-Up Networking and a software encryption package
• Perform trend and real-time network analysis using HP OpenView 4.1, Bay Network's Optivity 7.1, Cisco Systems CiscoWorks 3.3 and Denmac's TrenData reporting station
• Assist in the planning/design of new network installations and reconfigurations
• Supervised and coordinated the day-to-day activities of one senior level and one associate level network technicians
• Developed and presented training materials and procedures for local support center staff to improve trouble call assignment and resolution
• Basic and advanced Windows 95, Microsoft Office 97, Lotus Notes and Compaq PC installations and troubleshooting