Christopher M. Van Leuven

Online Resume

 

Contact:

Christopher M. Van Leuven

502-319-2044

502-600-0780

859-389-4507

5008 Paddock Loop

Lawrenceburg, KY 40342

chris@vltek.com

 

Objective:

I firmly believe that a challenging technological job is the most rewarding.

 

Education:

Eastern Kentucky University                 2000 - 2004

                                                            Bachelors Degree

                                                            Assets Protection Computer Information Security*

 

Western Hills High School                    1996 - 2000

                                                            High School Diploma

 

Work Experience:

ACS Incorporated                                December 2007 – Present

Senior Systems Support Specialist        Lexington, KY

 

            Systems Analysis and Support

Server Setup and Support  (Server 2000, 2003, and 2008)

Server Maintenance (Server 2000, 2003, and 2008)

End User Support (800+ User)

Network Wiring, Setup, Support, Configuration

Manage Anti-Virus (ePO Mcafee)

Manage WSUS (Windows Update)

Manage SMS

Manage Backup Server, Software, Tape Drive

Software Management

General Troubleshooting

Image Management and Deployment with RIS

Image Management and Deployment with WDS

Desktop Support (Windows XP, Windows 2000)

 

Kentucky State Govt                            July 2007 – August 2007

System Support Tech                           Frankfort, KY

 

            Responsible for setup of computers, servers, virtual servers, and networks

            Working with the VMware line of products including the ESX server

            Other Tasks as assigned

 

Customware Incorporated                    May 2006 – April 2007

Hardware Technician                            Frankfort, KY

            Responsible for caring for clients’ Hardware needs including system installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair

            Site Planning and Wiring

                        Including network troubleshooting, VPN setup, and other network attached devices

            Server Setup and Maintenance

            Limited Web Development

                        HTML, PHP, ASP, JS

            Linux, Unix, VisionFS usage

            Mail and Web hosting provider

                        Including use of Barracuda Products

            Training of clients of use of software and systems

            Printer and other Hardware repair

            Integration of wireless devices

                        Both Blackberry and Windows Mobile

            Database setup and maintenance

                        Jet and SQL

            Computer security recommendation and implementation

            IP Camera setup

            Other Research and Duties as assigned

 

Permit America Incorporated                May 2004 – November 2005

Network Administrator                         Frankfort, KY

            Responsible for maintaining network and telephone systems

            Developed web site for company and sub-company

            Developed database for permit and other filing

            Maintained Server structure

            Maintained and installed client computers

            Recommended future changes

 

Eastern Kentucky University                 May 2003 – May 2004

Justice and Safety Center                      Richmond, KY

Student Worker (IT)

            Responsible for maintaining and setting up new systems

            Network Wiring

            Security System Integration

            Access Control Integration

                        Standard and Biometric

            IP Camera Setup and Integration

 

Eastern Kentucky University                 August 2001 – May 2003

Housing Department                             Richmond Kentucky

Resident Assistant

            Responsible for Enforcing Residence Hall rules and regulations

            Promoted Community among residents

 

Digital Crescent Inc. / DCR.net             August 1999 – February 2001

Tech Support                                       Frankfort, KY

            Systems Analysis

            System, Server, Network Analysis/Engineering/Support

            WAN maintenance and support

 

Chackeres Theatres                              November 1998 – January 2002

Usher / Relief Manager                         Frankfort, KY

            Responsible for managing theater when Manager and Assistant Manager were not on site

                        Normally 2 days per week

            Threaded and Maintained projectors

 

Other Experience:

A+ and Network + Training

 

*This major was essentially 2 Majors: Computer Science, and Security built in together.

 

Notes:

  • Time between Permit America and Customware was spent privately IT consulting.
  • Work at Customware and ACS far exceeds A+ and Net+ certification needs as my daily tasks went far beyond their training.

 

 

 

References Available Upon Request