Michael J. Salzbrenner					https://www.linkedin.com/in/msalzbrenner
(1) Email: michael.j.salzbrenner@gmail.com			(1) Phone: (515) 329-0850
(2) Email: msalzbrenner@gmail.com				(2) Phone: (515) 809-2547


JOB TARGET:
Information Technology

SKILLS:

>	Management Skills:

	#	Extensive experience with Negotiation, Coordination, And Collaboration.

	#	Extensive experience with Personnel Management, professional consanguinity And etiquette.

	#	Extensive experience with Contract Negotiations, Vendor Management, And Customer Relations.

	#	Extensive experience with Asset Management, Resource Management, And Budgeting.

	#	Extensive experience with Customer Service, Communication, And Interpersonal Skills.

	#	Extensive experience with Leadership, Resolution, And Evolution.

	#	Extensive experience with Various security and regulatory compliance requirements.


>	PC Hardware/Software:

	#	Extensive experience with operation and repair of PC hardware, software, and peripherals.

	#	Extensive experience with LAN and WAN hardware and software operations and repair.

	#	Extensive experience with Linux, Including Debian, Ubuntu, and Redhat.

	#	Extensive experience with All Windows Desktop and Server Software.

	#	Extensive experience with Amazon AWS and Microsoft Azure Cloud Solutions.

	#	Extensive experience with Active Directory/Linux integration and migration.

	#	Extensive experience with virtualization solutions (ESX/VMware, HyperV, Citrix).

	#	Extensive experience with system automation solutions. (Ansible, CHEF, Scripts, CRON)

	#	Extensive experience with database solutions. (MySQL, MsSQL, Postgres)

	#	Extensive experience with storage solutions (SAN, NAS, RAID, VRVOL).

	#	Extensive experience with web solutions (HTML, PHP, CSS).


WORK HISTORY:

>	Wellman Dynamics			Phone : (641) 782-8521			06/2021 – 04/2024

	#	Information Technology Manager:
		*	Manage Department Staff, Resources, Environment, and Infrastructure.
		*	System & server design, implementation, upgrades, and maintenance.
		*	Build, modify, and repair PC's, IOT, as well as Netgear, Cisco & Fortinet Network systems.
		*	File maintenance, scripted and VEEAM backups, file transfers, and batch processing.
		*	Maintenance and repair of PC’s, as well as Dell, IBM, HP Server and SAN hardware/software.
		*	Help desk, received calls, resolutions, and follow-up procedures.
	
	#	Description: Manage, Train, Motivate, and Support, IT Department Employees consisting of AS400 Engineer, Network Engineer, Systems/Software Engineer, and an IT Support/Software Administrator. Analyze, Organize, Establish, and Maintain, IT Department budget, services, and assets. Designed, developed and implemented various HTML/PHP/DB/.NET/JAVA/VB based web services to integrate data submission, system automation, and information provisioning. Including web applications and dedicated (Pii) devices that integrated with the ERP systems for asset management and results monitoring. Engineer and deploy Ubuntu Linux infrastructure for cost reduction and reliability. Automate Linux system updates, and routine maintenance using BASH shell scripting, cron, and ssh remote management. Bringing all data systems into compliance with DOD CMMC security requirements. Engineered and Integrated centralized onsite PostgreSQL Database environment. Engineer, fabricate, and implement unique solutions to Unusual challenges.

>	APEX					Phone : (515) 246-7700			04/2019 – 01/2021

	#	Senior Linux Systems Engineer:
		*	System & server design, implementation, and maintenance.
		*	Build, modify, and repair Virtual Machines, PC's and Network connections.
		*	File maintenance, system backups, file transfers, and batch processing.
		*	Maintenance and repair of PC, and Server hardware and software.
		*	Help desk, received calls, resolutions, and  procedures.
	
	#	Description: Analysis of Linux infrastructure and corrective actions to ensure consistency, security, and efficiency. 98% RedHat environment consisting of over 1000+ servers, remainder a Mix Of Ubuntu and CentOS. Established “consistent” configuration, Routine Maintenance / Software updates, and security provisions, enforced through the use of ANSIBLE, CHEF, SPLUNK, CRON, and BASH Scripting. Prepared onsite Linux Systems for cloud migration. Built and configured local YUM repository for system updates to reduce costs and internet bandwidth demands. Ensured device security using hostallow/deny, AppArmour, sudo, and integration into Microsoft Active Directory Domain using KERBEROS, SSSD, LDAP, & REALMD. Ensured proper automation of log rotation and consistent monitoring/analysis.

>	IDEMIA				Phone : (714) 238-2000			03/2010 – 04/2019

	#	Biometrics Identification Systems Engineer:
		*	Support Iowa Department Of Public Safety – Criminal Investigation Division.
		*	System & server design, implementation, and maintenance.
		*	Network infrastructure design, implementation, and maintenance.
		*	Build, modify, and repair PC's and Network connections.
		*	File maintenance, system backups, file transfers, and batch processing.
		*	Maintenance and repair of PC, and Server hardware and software.
		*	Help desk, received calls, resolutions, and follow-up procedures.
		*	Complete Support For The AFIS Biometrics Identification Systems Infrastructure 
	
	#	Description: Install and maintain proprietary biometric identifications systems for the State Of Iowa Department Of Criminal Investigation, FBI, TSA, and other state and federal agencies. Maintain remote terminals running proprietary software located remotely in various locations within the state of Iowa. Maintain central Linux, Windows, and database systems located at main office of Department of Criminal Investigation and eventually assisted in the migration of system to cloud deployment. Ensure CJIS, NIST, & DOD, security compliance of network and systems with appropriate FIPS compliant encryption protocols. Ensure consistent communication of biometric data between various state and federal entities.