KEITH MEYER
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Role_IDSysAdmin & IT Pro
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Sector_LocSouth Jersey / Philly
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Keith Meyer is an accomplished systems administrator with a Bachelor’s degree in Computing and Informatics and a solid foundation in Mathematics. With expertise in PowerShell, Python, SQL, and an extensive array of Microsoft and network tools, he excels in optimizing IT infrastructures. He has managed and maintained complex systems across 25+ sites, handling everything from hardware deployment to network management and Azure AD migrations. Keith is skilled in automation, having developed custom PowerShell scripts to streamline user onboarding and status updates. He is passionate about leveraging technology to drive efficiency and connectivity in organizational environments._
Knowledge_Base
01
Deg_TypeVERIFIED
Bachelor of Arts in Computing and Informatics
Origin: Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ
Completion_DateDecember 2023
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Deg_TypeVERIFIED
Associate of Science in Mathematics
Origin: Ocean County College, Tom's River, NJ
Completion_DateDecember 2021
System Logs_
> Systems Administrator & Business Applications Analyst
@Julius Silvert Inc. // Philadelphia, PA
- >Developed custom PowerApps and Power Automate workflows across various business areas (expense submissions, FBA replenishment (for B2C business), and new item forms, etc.), incorporating advanced validation and automation features.
- >Configured and maintained the FreshService ticketing system, establishing a comprehensive service catalog and setting up workspaces to manage e-commerce and IT tickets efficiently.
- >Created and implemented a centralized SharePoint portal for training documents, SOPs, and departmental resources, with tailored permissions for secure access.
- >Coordinated with third-party vendors to evaluate and implement scalable hardware and software solutions, including Raspberry Pi setups and smart scales for operational improvements.
- >Resolved infrastructure issues, such as printer configuration errors and network conflicts, optimizing performance and reducing downtime.
- >Investigated and addressed compliance issues, including data exfiltration risks and misaligned sensor configurations within fleet management system, Samsara.
- >Contributed to budget management and contract analysis for the IT department, consolidating invoice tracking and projections for improved financial oversight.
- >Overhauled SOP documentation to align with industry standards, improving process clarity across departments.
- >Streamlining password management by implementing a password management solution, replacing a legacy spreadsheet system, enhancing security and team coordination.
- >Spearheaded a myriad of projects aiming to eliminate technology debt, including:
- >An ERP migration project, to leave an older IBM-based software for a modern Dynamics 365 solution.
- >A project to replace the company's IoT temperature monitoring solution with a more capable Comcast / MachineQ solution.
- >A project to replace the company's aging network infrastructure with a comprehensive Fortinet solution.
- >A project to implement Microsoft's Intune MDM on corporate-owned Windows computers.
- >Developed custom middleware solutions using Node.js to data warehouse the most critical tables in the company's database, and a separate middleware solution using similar technology to periodically update the database on the many smart scales used throughout the warehouse.
- >Initiated quarterly penetration testing, reducing vulnerabilities by over 60% since the first test.
> Systems Administrator
@AFR Furniture Rental // Pennsauken, NJ
- >Maintained Active Directory to ensure accuracy of data within.
- >Handled the provisioning, assignment, and management of all new hardware sent out to end users.
- >Extensively worked with Dell and Lenovo equipment.
- >Managed Intune policy and configuration, and managed app suite deployed through Intune.
- >Managed help desk software, FreshService.
- >Led migration of all data off previous help desk (SolarWinds) to FreshService.
- >Automated addition of new users to the company status page, utilizing PowerShell scripts and API.
- >Performed daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on servers, both physical and virtual machines.
- >Led efforts to switch all time clocks across 25+ sites over to new payroll software.
- >Assisted in management of network across those 25+ sites.
- >Managed Cisco switches, Unifi switches, Unifi & Aerohive APs.
- >Configured PRTG Network Monitor for Systems Administration team to monitor servers.
- >Created and managed items on power platform in order to better facilitate connections inside AFR's infrastructure.
- >Led efforts in switching the organization off of local Active Directory and onto Azure Active Directory (Now Entra ID).
- >Configured & supported Zebra label printers across 25+ sites.
- >Managed production & data warehouse databases through Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio.
- >Worked with Samsara gateways as well as template sensors.
- >Configured and utilized project management software, including FreshService Project Management, Microsoft Planner, and Microsoft DevOPs.
Skill_Modules
Module_01
Proficient Languages
PowerShellPythonC++JavaScriptMySQLMicrosoft SQL
Module_02
Tools & Systems
Microsoft 365Microsoft DynamicsNGINX Reverse ProxyvSphereAzureActive DirectoryMicrosoft IntuneMicrosoft Entra IDBarracuda Load BalancerPRTG Network MonitorUnifi Site ManagerMicrosoft ExchangeBoomiSharePointVisual Studio CodeGit / GitHubRDCManSolarWindsFreshServiceSentinelOneMicrosoft SSMSSamsaraRingCentral
Module_03
Operating Systems
Windows 7/8/10/11Microsoft Server 2008-2022ESXIDebian-based Linux
Side_Quests
Gaming (recent favorites)
DATA_STREAM_01- [1]Baldurs Gate 3
- [2]Expedition 33
- [3]Remnant 2
Music (top 5 list)
DATA_STREAM_02- [1]Lil Wayne
- [2]Young Thug
- [3]Future
- [4]Gucci Mane
- [5]Juicy J