SEAN D. ACKLEY
2914 Mesa Oak Court · Brentwood, CA 94513 · Telephone: (925) 516-7699 · Fax/VM: (408) 273-6360 Website: http://www.ackind.com/ Email: sean@ackind.net
Objective
To find an employer who needs an engineer with a wide range of talent and experience. Bringing together my background and skills to a job where those talents can be depended on. I have a hard working attitude but also want the job to be fun and rewarding as well.
Skills and Experience Overview
Network Security – Firewalls (Netscreen, Checkpoint 3.x/4.x/NG/NGAI/SPLAT, PIX), VPN (Netscreen, Checkpoint, Cisco and PIX), Protocol Analyzers (tcpdump, Etherpeek, Iris, Sniffer), IDS/IPS (snort, ISS Real Secure, Sentinel, Netscreen IDP), tcp/ip troubleshooting, Intrusion Analysis, Intrusion prevention, Network scanning and reporting (ISS, Retina), Network monitoring, PKI (Windows, RSA, tokens-2 factor); Security In Depth practices Design, moves/add/changes, routers (Cisco), switches (Cisco, 3com), IOS working knowledge, tcp/ip fundamentals including routing and subnets, troubleshooting
Networking –
System Administration – VMware Server, VMware VirtualCenter, Linux (Slackware, Redhat/CentOS), Solaris (2.62.9), Windows 2000/2003 administration, Active Directory administration and troubleshooting, Exchange administration, Windows 2003 clustering (basic SAN deployment), shell scripting, troubleshooting, basic perl, LDAP (Windows and Linux with cross-platform compatibility requirements), Citrix Metaframe security and PS troubleshooting Storage – Network Software – Network Appliance (R200 near-line storage system, 3050 higher end devices, and legacy 800 series models) including NFS, CIFS and SAN deployments Sendmail, postfix, Communigate, BIND, Windows DNS/AD, Webmin, RedHat tools (rpm, chkconfig, xinetd), raidtools, logrotate, extensive Nagios monitoring, Google mini search appliance, other admin tools Network cabling, patch panels, wiring design, T1/T3/Fiber, Fiber and comm. plant, data room needs Server/cabinet placement, management of systems, remote operations, power and cooling VMware modeling, test labs (full scale and virtual scale), scenario scripting HTML coding, application support, MySQL, back-end scripts, Apache, IIS, Basic SQL, Oracle installation and administration (basic), J2EE support including Jetty/Tomcat/Apache plugins and concepts Software/hardware (write blocking), deep analysis and reporting; basic EnCase; Linux/Windows tools (STD, and Forensic tools); data recovery; Windows data mining (live and offline); Chain of custody preparation
Communications – Data Center – Testing – Web Sites –
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Experience
2003-Current Eloan, Inc. Systems group engineer. Job duties include maintaining systems, VMware, Web servers, networking, firewalls, and security. I implemented and maintained the companies Checkpoint Firewall and VPN NGAI solution (multiple redundant gateways). I implemented and maintained the Netscreen IDS solution. I implemented the initial proof of concept for the VMware model being used and implemented the initial production scenario with documentation. I managed the Cisco 6509 switched backbone, including multiple IDF and fiber runs. I designed and implemented the Webroot Spysweeper Enterprise package company wide. I had to maintain constant security in-depth layers. I was called upon to constantly update our enterprise with new mail technologies, spyware blockers, virus solutions, storage solutions, server solutions, and more. I have administered the collection of Netapp storage appliances including the R200 near-line storage system, 3050 higher end devices, and legacy 800 series models. I have tested and rolled out various SAN deployments with Windows servers using the Netapp for use in Exchange, clustering and other applications. Windows 2000 and 2003 were used extensively to provide many enterprise class needs including applications, Exchange, DNS/AD, Citrix Metaframe and PS, test labs, basic storage, IIS and more. My job required me to stay on top of the Windows technology, understand how it interacted with the environment, test scenarios, and evaluate solutions for inclusion into enterprise-wide operations. This included interaction requirements between Windows, Linux, storage, and networking required cross-platform skills and troubleshooting knowledge. Mail gateway deployment was a key job, which when installed eliminated Exchange overhead for Internet mail. Anti-spam and anti-malware deployments of SpySweeper, Kaspersky, Clam, and the cross-platform design between Exchange and the external gateways shows the priority of security and network in-depth practices are important for an enterprise. Interacting with multiple groups, and coordinating responsibilities as needed I became an integral part of the engineering process and how Eloan gets the technical requirements met. We used a custom built perl help ticket system, which all engineers used to keep track of jobs. Skills used: Checkpoint NGAI and SPLAT; Netscreen IDS appliances; network troubleshooting; Cisco routers (3600 series) and switches (3500 and 6500 series); Dell server hardware (1650/1750/2650/6650/2850/2950); basic Sun hardware, basic Solaris interaction; extensive Redhat/CentOS Linux interaction, shell scripting, and operational needs; Windows servers (2000 and 2003), software loads and maintenance; BIND; Sendmail; Postfix
2003 SBC Datacomm Global Security Contract work in network security involving Nokia, Checkpoint, Netscreen and other disciplines. Contract work has included large installations around the country, to mom and pop shops right down the street. I have worked with several varieties of firewalls and VPN systems. Skills used: Checkpoint NG FP3; Nokia IP appliances; Netscreen appliances; VPN; ISS Real Secure; network troubleshooting; customer interaction.
1998-2003 Alpha Internet Systems AIS works with city government to provide a “City Hall Online” system. They have a trademarked system for designing and deploying websites. I have taken care of all their online systems, servers, and needed administrative tasks, including ISP systems design. Skills used: Linux administration; DNS, Sendmail/CommuniGate; SpamAssassin; Apache web server; Wusage stats analyzer; perl scripting; sh/csh/ksh shell scripting; Solaris; hardware troubleshooting; software troubleshooting; kernel deployment; tcp/ip troubleshooting; 3com switches; co-location design and related skills; windows 2000 server and iis related skills; html coding and design work; network security; IDS and other security concerns; MySQL SQL server and support.
2002-2003 Various Contract Work Contract engagements (relating to networking and security) for various firms including Media duplication, Church/School, Limo companies, Motion picture studios, Website companies, ISP’s and more. Skills used: System administration in UNIX (Linux, Solaris), Windows 2000, and others; DNS; Sendmail/CommuniGate, and other mail needs; scripting (ksh, csh, perl); web based management; secure web pages; web development on the Apache engine; web development on IIS; plus many other day to day administrative needs.
2002 DigiMerc and NMCI Digital Mercenaries is a security firm specializing in Netscreen professional services. DigiMerc offers managed security services, and many other forms of professional security services to customers. My role is that of a Network Security Engineer to assist and deploy solutions for the company. Working with a team is required because of the enterprise-wide networks we get engaged on. I worked with Tele- Danmark, the largest ISP in Denmark. I was also deployed to NMCI or the Navy Marine Corps Intranet in Norfolk, Virginia. The NMCI network is a huge enterprise-wide Intranet spanning most all states in the Union with a private frame network. The Netscreen VPN solution with Global Pro management server was chosen for use as the VPN devices. My job was to successfully help install appliances, train users and other engineers on the product, and make sure the initial rollout was successful. Many disciplines were needed and a quick summarization of the network required, as I had less than a week to fully understand their environment, learn the material, train the employees, and foresee problems with the implementation. Skills used: Netscreen appliances; network troubleshooting; protocol analyzer work; customer deployment; firewall principles; Oracle SQL installation and support; hardware appliance knowledge; enterprise-wide software development on the Netscreen Global Pro software; documentation.
4/2002 Netscreen Technologies Contracting work with Netscreen to bring their technologies into SBC. SBC is a national communications company, which I worked for over 2 years. Netscreen is a major player in the security business and I saw an opportunity to bring the two companies together. I worked closely with Netscreen and SBC within a 2-year process culminating in Netscreen being offered within the SBC organization. Contract work included sales presentations, marketing insight, and technical direction for Netscreen where SBC is concerned. Skills used: Sales tactics; marketing knowledge and tactics; Netscreen appliances from a marketing standpoint.
5/2000-4/2002 SBC Datacomm Global Security Installation, troubleshooting, and consulting on network security systems. Working with a security group of engineers, we consult on Nokia, Checkpoint, PIX, and Netscreen firewall systems. Personally I have consulted, installed, and trouble-shooted all of these systems. I use previous knowledge and experience, and acquired on the job training to accomplish my jobs. Firewall, VPN, and security related tasks are primary among my responsibilities. Project management and focus was demanded to handle projects from beginning to end. One of the most important skills I learned on this job was to interact with so many facets of the company. As you can imagine, SBC, has quite a few organizations. SBC is like dealing with a small country, and you need to interact with all the different branches of government. Besides actual installations, I would do heavy research and documentation to support my team. I kept as current as I could on security trends, software, hardware, and security focus. I use my own networks, and servers to keep current IDS systems and look at the “real world” environment out there. I would always consider “best of breed” technology and recommend accordingly. SBC Datacomm works for a wide range of companies. I have personally worked with the CA Governors office, Banks, Law Firms, Aviation companies, Government agencies, VA Medical Center, SBC Internal projects, Internet Data centers, City government offices, CBS Studio City, LA Times, Los Angeles County, other professional firms, and much more. Skills used: Netscreen appliances; Nokia IP appliances; customer deployment of many network and security technologies; Checkpoint FW 3.x-4.x and NG FP1; Cisco routers, switches and PIX firewalls; ISS scanner and IDS software deployments; SecurID authentication; documentation; fellow technician trainer and mentor; DNS; sendmail; system administration on Solaris Unix; customer deployment around T1 and DSL circuits, including needed Cisco hardware and configurations.
11/1999 – 5/2000 Various Contract Work Contract engagements (relating to networking and security) for various firms including Media duplication, Church/School, Limo companies, Website companies, and more. Skills used: General tcp/ip networking; customer deployments of hardware and software; windows workstation and server technologies; Internet deployment and related activities; customer support; Apache web server; DNS; sendmail; hardware and software troubleshooting.
10/1998-11/1999 Ackley Sheetmetal Took time off to help with the family business. Included designing an accounting system, paperless tracking system, and business management. Skills used: Software installation; marketing; small office management; small office technology reorganization. 11/1997-10/1998 Bay Area Rapid Transit Network Engineer. Part of a team that maintains the operational TCP/IP backbone. Tasks included analyzing network problems, and facilitating network hardware problem resolution. I helped maintain an NT domain, and implemented several software solutions on NT. I maintained several projects, and worked day to day with other departments to support their needs on the TCP/IP backbone. The network team I was a part of maintains the DNS and IP allocations for the operation network. Web design and web server implementation was a part of the tasks I did. I also helped in implementing an Internet connection with email, firewall and a proxy server. Skills used: networking; troubleshooting; Cisco routers and switches; documentation; windows deployment across a wide enterprise; network and appliance deployment across a wide enterprise.
1994-11/1997 Infinet Systems Technician / Programmer / Engineer, ISP systems design. Infinet Systems is a consulting firm, which specializes in Novell networks, Microsoft networking, and other networking in general. They handle many computer problems that may exist for clients, which gives them a broad range of skills. Infinet Systems has given me a broad range of skills due to the amount of clients they have. Infinet also maintains an Internet Service Provider, which I am the system designer, engineer, and administrator. I currently still do some consulting for them. Skills used: Customer deployment; Novell Netware; routers and switches (various brands); network security (before it was vitally important); Internet and web architecture and deployment (before the dot bombs); hardware and software deployment in multiple customer environments; shell scripting; Sunos deployment.
1993-1996 Silicon Valley Public Access Link Part time work for the organization. My duties included content programming, technical skills, and technical management. I helped implement and maintain a fairly successful community Internet access provider. I was also on the board of directors. SV-PAL is a non-profit local community Internet provider. 1991-1994 PRA Group Computer Operations MIS admin. Skills related to Novell networking, PC's and Xenix. My job was to support all the computers in the company and make sure they were working for production and design. 1980-1991 Various Construction Companies Part time/summer internship and work for various construction crews. Skills learned were carpentry, all aspects of house building, concrete work, and detailing. 1980-1991 Ackley Sheetmetal Part time/summer work for the family business. The job included sheet metal, gutters, heating and air conditioning.
Formal and Technical Education
2005 Netapp hands-on training course Involvement with configuration, deployment and troubleshooting 2004 Citrix Metaframe security training Basic and mid-level technical education on Citrix and security practices 2001-2002 Netscreen Training Various forms of Netscreen training, including hands-on, and classroom instruction. Instruction on operation of Netscreen appliances, and Global Pro management software. 2001 RSA Security and certification Took course related studies and certification for PKI and RSA SecureID technology. This was the course prior to the release of Keon. 2000-2001 Cisco Courses Multiple Cisco courses ranging from routers, to PIX firewall. I took these courses as a part of my hands-on training during a 2-year period at SBC. 1998 MCSE Courses at Heald College (9 weeks) I took 3 MCSE courses, which included NT Core Technologies, Microsoft TCP/IP, Supporting NT in the Enterprise, and Exchange Server. 1997 Network Analysis Institute I took a 1-week course from the Pine Mountain Group on TCP/IP fundamentals and structure. 1997 MCSE Courses at IBM (4 weeks) I took several MCSE courses in 1-week classes, which included NT Enterprise, Microsoft TCP/IP, Exchange Server, and others. 1997 IBM AIX Courses (2 weeks) and certifications I took Mid Level and Advanced AIX 1-week courses from IBM. 1997 Checkpoint 3.x Course and certification Sun Solstice experience, and hands on training on Checkpoint 3.x software, and Solaris firewall solutions. 1989-1991 De Anza Community College Took related courses in Film and Television studies. Participated in the TV studio and multiple film projects. 1987-1989 Cal State University Hayward Took related courses for Computer Science and GE. 1984-1987 Redwood Christian High School Activities included Soccer, Basketball and Volleyball.
Professional Associations
FBI Citizens Academy (http://www.fbi.gov/hq/ood/opca/outreach/citizens.htm) My involvement: The San Francisco Division held its first academy, and I was honored to be a part of the select group. We learned many aspects of the FBI and how they really work. It was a great experience as I don’t believe many Americans realize what it takes to fight crime and the FBI’s role. FBI Infragard (http://www.sfbay-infragard.org/) My involvement: I am a part of the Infragard to keep current on local security matters which involve a wider range of issues other than basic network security. The networking potential and meeting others in the field is invaluable. Official: InfraGard is a Partnership between the private sector and the U.S. government represented by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The InfraGard initiative has been developed to encourage the exchange of information by the government and InfraGard members.
Skills
I consider my strongest ability to be that of quickly understanding and adapting to the network environment of the job. I can come up to speed and be expected to perform in harsh environments. My skills to properly work with clients, achieve my directives and complete objectives is second nature to me. TCP/IP networking, troubleshooting and administration. VPN design, engineering, and implementation with primarily the Netscreen appliances. Extensive Checkpoint/Nokia, and PIX. Cisco Concentrators are also among the other leading vendors I deal with and can support. Windows 2000/2003 server and administration Including Exchange, Citrix, clustering, AD/DNS/WINS/DHCP and other applications
Firewall design, engineering, and implementation up to an enterprise level. Firewall systems: Netscreen, Checkpoint 3.x/4.x/NG, Nokia IP, and PIX. Extensive Internet design, ISP, co-location, data center and implementation. Protocol Analyzers, including Etherpeek, Iris, tcpdump, ethereal Network Scanners, including ISS, Retina, nmap, Nessus Personnel management, project management, team leadership, and project focus. Unix: Linux (Slackware, and Red Hat/CentOS), Solaris 2.6-2.9, basic AIX, basic BSD T1 and fractional T1 lines, installation and troubleshooting. Data mining, Internet research, and information quality control. Telephone networks, switching equipment, and wiring. Unix system administration and related skills + shell scripting. MySQL, Postgres and Oracle SQL server installation, and support. IBM personal computers, clones and software. Microsoft Windows, Windows95, WindowsNT/2000 and related software. Extensive Microsoft Operating system diagnostics and troubleshooting. Web server design and implementation. Novell NetWare OS 3.x, 4.x, and limited 5.x Several router skills, setup and implementation including CSU/DSU. Skills related to ISP preparation, maintenance, and engineering. Information systems and computer/networking research. POTS, and PBX phone wiring and engineering. Data cabling, punch downs, engineering, and prem wiring design. Project Management, juggling multiple tasks at a time. Extensive troubleshooting, encompassing all of the above technologies and skills.
References available on request.
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