Independent IT Consultant and Engineer with over 25 years of hands-on experience spanning network infrastructure, VoIP systems, server administration, custom hardware builds, and software development. Proven track record of delivering cost-saving infrastructure solutions — including reducing county IT budget from $500K to $300K and building in-house SANs at a fraction of vendor cost. Equally comfortable racking servers, scripting automations, designing VoIP deployments, or swinging a hammer. Holds an A.S. in Computer Network Systems and CompTIA A+ Certification.
Long-running career across affiliated companies delivering network infrastructure, VoIP systems, and custom software solutions for residential and business clients. Designed and built custom VoIP hardware and software, installed and maintained Internet and VoIP services across the region, and wrote tailored software to meet specific client requirements. Handled electronics engineering, network build-outs, service installations, and ongoing support — progressing from technician-level work up through full engineering and consulting roles.
Built custom hardware solutions and developed software tailored to business needs. Maintained and managed the company's network infrastructure and IT environment.
Reduced the county IT budget from $500K to $300K by migrating telephony to VoIP, optimizing internet infrastructure, and building cost-effective in-house SAN solutions (saving $30K over vendor alternatives). Also designed and implemented custom internal software programs.
Handled on-site and in-house computer repair, built a Linux/Shorewall-based router saving hundreds in licensing, later migrated to pfSense for simplified management. Deployed a Linux web server reducing licensing costs. Wrote automation scripts for both Windows and Linux environments.