Jason Lathrop

Jason Lathrop

Systems Administrator

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Technical Skills

Microsoft Technologies


  • Windows Server 2000, 2003 & 2008
  • Exchange Server
  • Sharepoint
  • Lync Server
  • DNS / DHCP
  • Active Directory / Group Policy
  • DNS / DHCP
  • DFS / Replication
  • HyperV / SCVMM
  • Systems Center Configuration Manager
  • Windows 98, 2000, XP & 7
  • Office 2003, 2007 & 2010

Miscellaneous Knowledge


  • Barracuda Networks
  • Watchguard
  • Dell KACE platform
  • Aruba Networks
  • Symantec Backup Exec
  • Shoretel
  • IFS ERP System
  • HTML / CSS / SQL
  • Mac OS

Work Experience

Jul 2010 - Present

Network Administrator

Exlar Corporation


  • Responsible for administering entire corporate network supporting 250 users.
  • Managed and maintained all network equipment including email, VOIP, ERP and databases.
  • Oversaw all help desk activity.
  • Maintained high availability through extensive usage of colocation and cloud computing.
  • Ensured software license compliance and all technology purchases.

2006 - Present

Manager, IT Consultant

Horizon IT, LLC


  • IT consultant for customers in Washington & Minnesota
  • Maintained network security and stability for clients.
  • Developed client portal for server monitoring and client status overview.
  • Assisted clients with all network and software requirements.
  • Ensured software license compliance and equipment ordering.

Apr 2007 - Aug 2011

IT Service Associate / Project Manager

Northwest IT Specialists


  • Managed large IT projects through completion including POS, Exchange & file share services.
  • Ensured network security and reliability for financial institutions.
  • Managed network & computers in 15 locations.
  • WAN, LAN & WLAN management.
  • Audited compliance to FDIC and WA state requirements.
  • SharePoint system administration.
  • Obtained and followed up on sales leads.

2006 - 2008

IT Support / Service Technician

ABSCO Alarms, Inc.


  • Provide server, workstation & help desk support as needed.
  • Maintained BlackBerry server and related equipment.
  • Deployed new servers and software as needed.
  • Managed cell phone usage, equipment, and purchases including cost reduction.

2004 - 2006

Master-at-Arms

United States Navy


  • Provided physical security to national assets.
  • Received high scores on all evaluations.
  • Trained over 60 new sailors to start a new command.
  • Directly supervised a small team on a daily basis.
  • Supported people with computer and network problems as needed.

2003 - 2005

Sales and Service Technician

XPC Technologies


  • Supported all services provided by company.
  • Built and configured computer systems to specifications.
  • Home and small office networking.
  • Support Server 2000 and troubleshoot network problems.

Education

University of Phoenix

Information Technology with a focus on Network Security


Anticipated completion date of December 2012.

Genesee Area Skill Center (GASC)

Computer Hardware & Basic Networking


'A+' and 'NET+' certification classes.

Swartz Creek Community Schools

General Education / High school Diploma


Graduated in top 10% of class with a 2-year scholarship .

References

References are available upon request



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