Ronald C. Thayer

   174 Hawfields Drive                                                                                      (919) 933‑9433 (Home)
Pittsboro, NC 27312-7137                                                                           (919) 630-2945 (Cell)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE +Internet) A+ Certified and Certified Novell 5 Engineer (CNE). Four years experience in Microsoft NT/2000 and Novell LAN Administration/Engineering and desktop support. I spent five years experience as Digital Electronic Repair Program Director, teaching, analyzing and developing programs, instructing courses in electronics, computer repair, and LAN networking. I have fourteen years digital computer technical support and supervisory experience USN, with eight years developing curriculum and instructing in Navy schools and at a college.

EMPLOYMENT

1. ACE Computer Support July 2005 – Current
Northrop Grumman for the USPS, Raleigh NC

Computer support in the advanced computing environment. Working with VPN, Outlook, Windows XP, 2000, and 2003 Active directory, Remote Computer management, Netmeeting, Printer setup, Antivirus, Backups, system management setting up and restoring Trust relationships, Microsoft office and Remedy to maintain over 10,000 computers in the Post office Network. I currently have a Post office sensitive clearance.

2. Automotive Internet Sales, November 2003 – July 2005
Auto Dealerships, Raleigh/Durham NC  

Automotive sales force providing customer service and support. Provided support for computer setup and operation, troubleshooting internet outages, web site operation and TCP/IP setup and maintenance. Master Certified Lincoln Mercury and Internet sales                       

3. EMS Server support team, March 2003 – July 2003
Advantage Professionals for EDS Raleigh NC                                                  

Provided level 2 support for the US Post Office in a multiple domain environment, supporting 500+ Windows NT/2000 Servers, Performs server troubleshooting and maintenance, Updated software on client and server, Responded to user calls, analyzed problems and requirements in the technical areas and develops and oversees the implementation of appropriate solutions. Technical areas include areas such as the following: hardware, software, and applications in the computer and networking environment, works with Windows NT 4.0, Win 2000, Win XP, SMS, IIS, Wins, DHCP, DNS, Arcserve, Remedy, PC Anywhere, Terminal Services, Patrol and Net meeting to monitor and correct WAN wide problems. US Postal Clearance held.

4.  Solutions Network Team Member/Help Desk, Jan 2000 – Jan 2003
AT&T SOLUTIONS RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK NC                                       

Provided Level 3 support to Solutions WAN Clients in a multiple Domain environment, supporting 500+ Windows NT/2000 Servers, Performs server troubleshooting and maintenance, Updated software on client and server, responded to user calls and analyzed problems. Worked with Windows NT 4.0, Win 2000, Win XP, Wins, DHCP, DNS, Lotus Notes, Backup Exec, Remedy, PC Anywhere, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Office, Exceed, UNIX, Vantive, and NET IQ programs to monitor and correct WAN wide problems.

5. Computer/Network Consultant, May 1998 - Jan 2000                                        
LOCKHEED MARTIN RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC

I served as Network Administrator working with 5 Novell Servers and a Windows NT Server with over 300 clients. I maintained the Groupwise e-mail system. Worked with windows 95/98, NT 4.0, Wins, DHCP, DNS, Lotus notes, Microsoft Office, Ghost and WordPerfect. Worked with TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, Token ring and Ethernet, made system backups, troubleshooting and tuning network operations.

6. Program Director / Instructor, March 1993 - May 1998                                           
DURHAM TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE DURHAM, NC

Electronic Servicing / Digital Electronic Repair program. Teaching basics of electricity to the repair of computers and networks. Taught classes in desktop and peripheral support. Supervised the program, developed new classes, overhauled program, analyzed, developed requirements and obtained new equipment, oversaw instructors, and taught electronics, computer upgrading and repair classes. In addition, taught classes for other programs in networking, Internet, HTML, software installation, and introduction to computers. Held seminars in ISO 9000 electronic construction standards. Worked with other Instructors to build and maintain classroom LAN network.

7. Fire Control Technician (Weapons), Aug 1978 - Jan 1993
US NAVY, Petty Officer E-6 NORFOLK VA. Honorable Discharge 

EDUCATION 

B.S. Occupational Education, University Honors 1986 - Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Unix Basics / System and Network Administration I - 2002
Certified Novell 5 CNE 1999
Certified MCSE +Internet 1999
Certified A+ 1998
Certified Novell 4.11 LAN Administrator 1998
Curriculum Development, Naval Submarine School, New London, CT. 1985
Instructor Training, Naval Submarine School, New London, CT. 1984
SSN 688 Digital Computer Maintenance (AN/UYK 7), Mare Island, CA. 1984
Mk 117 Fire Control System Maintenance, Naval Submarine School, New London, CT. 1979 

OTHER 

Has owned and maintained a microcomputer from 1982 for personal use
I held a Top Secret BI security Clearance while in Military.
I write and develop web pages, and currently own and operate 5 websites.

http://www.birman.net
http://www.birmanbreeder.com
http://www.birman.biz

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