GILBERT HABARUREMA

17109 Ardisia Drive ¨ Pflugerville, TX 78660 ¨ (512) 838-9639 (Work) ¨ (512) 670-0034 (Home) ¨(512) 695-0256 (Cell) ghabarurema@hotmail.com

 

 

OBJECTIVE

 

Solutions-oriented IT Professional with a strong background in IT field looking for a challenging and permanent position where my past experience, education and interpersonal skills can be a valuable asset.

 

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

 

·         5+ years of working experience in technical support, Local Area Network, IT Security and systems administration.

·         Extensive experience in repairing, managing, installing and troubleshooting PC hardware and software

·         Expertise in auditing, configuring and hardening Windows, UNIX and Linux for security compliance.

·         Innovative, quick learner and proven ability to adapt to challenging situations.

·         Excellent oral and written communication skills. Known as a strong team player and always willing to help.

·         A+ Certified and Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP - Windows 2000 Professional and Server).

 

TECHNICAL SKILLS

 

·         Networking: LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, WINS, DHCP, RAS, VPN, Hubs, Switches, Routers and Firewalls

·         Platforms: Windows with 2000/XP, Novell Netware, Linux (Red Hat, SuSE,), Unix (AIX, HP-UX, Solaris)

·         Telecommunication: Blackberry Wireless Email Solution, Nortel PBX Phone System, CallPilot

·         Hardware: Dell, HP, Compaq, IBM, and other Intel based servers and workstations

·         Database Systems: MySQL, Oracle, DB2, MS SQL, MS Access

·         Languages: Java, JavaScript, PHP, HTML, C++, C, Pascal

·         Tools: Hyena, Visio, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, ImageCast, PCAnywhere, Crystal, MS Office Suite, Lotus Notes

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

 

IBM Corporation, Austin                   Sykes Contractor/IT Security Auditor                     04/18 – Present

 

·         Responsible for auditing office and lab PC systems running Windows NT/XP/2000/2003, Solaris, AIX, HP-UX and Linux to make sure that they meet IBM IT security standards.

·         Assist lab PCs’ owners in applying security policies and controls to applications, office and lab PC systems including the hardening of Windows NT/XP/2000/2003, Solaris, AIX, HP-UX, Red Hat, and SuSE to prevent security breaches such as viruses, worms and system compromises.

·         Work with team members, resources and tools to insure that all employees meet IBM security standards required for their office and lab PC systems.

·         Work with employees on all levels, one on one, validating, re-mediating, and educating them about IBM security standards to insure continued security compliance.

·         Document security violations and generate monthly reports to reflect current security compliance levels for software group. 

·         Train users on use of IT tools: CEP, e-AMT, NSA (Network Security Audit), lssecfixes, etc.

 

 

MyDocOnline Inc., Round Rock               Senior Help Desk Analyst                                    05/01 - 01/04

 

·         Provided 1st line technical support to residences, physician offices, clinics and hospital by resolving internet connectivity issues involving dial-up, DSL, Cable, and T1, which minimized downtime and allowed a smooth use of MyDocOnline products.

·         Provided statistical information to the management team by generating monthly reports that were used to analyze customers’ trends and make appropriate decisions that improved MyDocOnline products.

·         Assisted end-users by handling approximately 30 to 40 emails and calls per day and documented details in the Help Desk Tracking database, which was used to analyze, track and provide final solutions to problems reported by customers.

·         Provided technical support to MyDocOnline customers by helping them overcome problems involving Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000 and XP workstations, which increased customer satisfaction.

·         Performed diagnosis on customer’s workstations and made recommendations regarding the minimum requirements necessary to access and use MyDocOnline applications.

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        EXPERIENCE (Continued)

 

·         Developed the needed documents for the help desk by writing policies, knowledge base and procedures that were used by other associates to perform their jobs as required.

·         Developed and implemented the help desk form on the Help Desk web page using Dreamweaver to gather needed information and document job tickets reported by MyDocOnline customers.

 

DrKoop Inc., Austin                               Network Administrator                                                    01/00 – 05/01                           

 

·         Provided desktop support to over 150 users building, upgrading, and configuring workstations and notebooks needed by employees to perform their daily jobs and increase the company’s productivity.

·         Provided network administration by creating and maintaining user/group/computer names in a NT/2000 environment

·         Provided technical support by performing the troubleshooting, installation and repair of networked PCs, printers, and software components.

·         Installed and configured PCs using ImageCast imaging software to speed up the process.

·         Handled the administration of DSX internal card readers and security database.

·         Managed the administration of VPN for staff working remotely, which improved productivity

·         Administered Nortel PBX phone system setting up voicemails, moving and creating new phones.

·         Provided support for Blackberry Enterprise Wireless handheld devices.

·         Participated in a massive corporate move of 100+ employees from Austin to California in which I installed and configured new computers.

 

National Instruments-Adecco, Austin                      QA Test Technician                                           1999 - 2000    

 

·         Visually inspected printed circuit boards utilizing engineering drawings to ensure that all specifications were met.

·         Performed mechanical assembly duties, repaired damages, and replaced missing components.

·         Performed bench test and troubleshoot electronic assemblies in accordance with written procedures

·         Used a wide variety of test equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers and Signal Generators

 

EDUCATION

 

Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, December 2003

Park University, Parkville, MO

 

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS

 

·         MCP – Microsoft certified Professional Windows 2000 Professional and Server

·         A+ Certified (CompTIA)

·         Currently studying for LPI (Linux), MCSE, SCSA, CCNA certifications