Resume / re-entering IT market

[ElecMoHwk]

Hey guys...

Wondering if anyone out there knows someone handy with writing an IT resume? I'm looking to step back into the industry and I'd like to make it sound like I still know what I'm doing (I do, I swear!)... and add in some experience I've gotten from running my own small online businesses (e-commerce/shopping cart stuff).

Anyone know someone ? or know how ? I'd be willing to make it worth someone's time...

Also if anyone knows any openings (entry to mid level), toss some info my way ;)
Danke!

[Axoid]

It's for an entry level internship in the inland empire. Rancho Cucamonga to be exact. We are a non profit Housing developement corporation with a small I.T. Dept that needs a helpdesk person. We have about 200 workstation locations from Palmdale to Natinal City that need attending to and I havent the time for all of them. We run a mix of Server 2003, Citrix, SQL and a small Linux web/mail server plus various insignificant softwares. If your interested, let me know, I can get you the info you might need to interview for this position.

[ElecMoHwk]

It's for an entry level internship in the inland empire. Rancho Cucamonga to be exact. We are a non profit Housing developement corporation with a small I.T. Dept that needs a helpdesk person. We have about 200 workstation locations from Palmdale to Natinal City that need attending to and I havent the time for all of them. We run a mix of Server 2003, Citrix, SQL and a small Linux web/mail server plus various insignificant softwares. If your interested, let me know, I can get you the info you might need to interview for this position.

How much is this paying ? I just need something to get my feet wet again at least, but also need to pay a bill or two while i'm at it :) ya know ? PM me the details, I'm interested...

[bugzy]

check out craigslist.com?

[paultakeda]

Craigs is gonna start charging for employment listings, so that list may, depending on this move, decrease or increase its usefulness.

Perhaps you should post up your resume draft and we can have a look to see how to make it punchier.

[ElecMoHwk]

Alright...

But please, constructive criticism only. I wrote this myself and have added to it here and there, but really have NO idea what a final resume should look like... Most all of the jobs I got were referals based on my job performance, not through this resume (which is why I'm nervous!)...

NOTE: could we bump the .doc size limit up to like 50k or something ? :)

[Arts_1_8t]

my company is looking for a systems tech...

Sammy Studios (http://www.sammystudios.com/careers/job_detail.cfm?key=74)

[paultakeda]

Just copy and paste it as a comment. Let's focus on the content first, we can do the format part later.

[ElecMoHwk]

Again... Alot of this hasn't been updated since 2000 or prior, writing wise... but my skill set has grown quite a bit though... I just haven't taken the time to make a 3 page list of programs and such I have working knowledge of...


Resume : Russell Anthony
Network Engineer / Web Developer


Russell Anthony
3900 Fir Tree Drive #3J
Riverside, CA 92505

ranthony@dashin.net
Mobile : 909 500 9096





Work History


Owner / All positions
Mohawk Motorsport / LamborghiniModels.com
3900 Fir Tree Drive #3J
Riverside, CA 92505

Founded Mohawk Motorsport with IT knowledge, as an online marketer of Volkswagen aftermarket parts, focused at the New Beetle. Drawing from networking and website development experience, I developed a presence on the Internet for the company, including integration with popular e-commerce backend applications. I also developed a custom catalog database for control of product pricing and availability, and specifications.

LamborghiniModels.com was a secondary venture, based on Mohawk Motorsport, which also draws on my IT experience and creativity, as a growing, but already popular, online seller of authorized Lamborghini die-cast models. Again using common e-commerce backend solutions, and custom catalog database design, along with a customized web site presence, this venture keeps me in top for in all aspects of website development and PC/server technologies and maintenance.

Both company web presences are built on existing server resources, built and maintained by myself in a data center environment. Monitoring of server resources, and trouble-shooting of network issues, as well as database performance issues, is a daily task. These business sites, as well as 20+ other personal web projects are supported by a 4 server network, which handles web, ftp, email, and database needs. Servers are also a live hosting environment for selected non-profit projects that I support, furthering my attention to network performance and reliability.


Network Engineer / LAN Administrator
GameStream Internet Café
North Queen Street
Auckland, New Zealand
September 2001 – December 2001

Rebuilt café LAN, while upgrading software and hardware on all PC’s connected. Established stronger, faster connections with 2 upstream providers, giving the café more reliable outside communication.

Constantly monitored the network and all PC’s for performance and reliability concerns, including virus protection, and network security. Managed Windows 2000 domain environment to control customer login and billing records.



Network Engineer / Web Developer
Extreme Internet
8655 E. Via De Ventura Ave.
Scottsdale, AZ 85258 USA
March 2001 – June 2001

Performed an audit on a telephone company data network, to fulfill Extreme Internet’s portion of a contract. Network was comprised of Wellfleet / Bay Networks / Nortel devices, for carrying dial-tone to CVX 1800 modem racks, and over to the IP networks of multiple local and national IP providers. Frame relay and ATM circuits were extensively used due to Qwest/Uswest network support in the southwest.

Comprehensive documentation was created during the audit, to replace lost and out of date originals. New documentation was placed in a database and searchable web architecture for ease of use and user permission controls, improving on the previous storage system. Cold Fusion was used extensively in this portion of the contract.

Solutions for an upgrade to less proprietary and more reliable network devices were devised and offered to heads of both companies. Contract dissolved before implementation stage. This entire process utilized the analytical skills I developed in past experiences, and allowed me to further develop them. Documentation skills were also heavily used, as well as reverse-engineering of configurations to create new up to date records.


Network Engineer
AboveNet Communications Inc.
8100 Boone Blvd. #110
Vienna, VA 22182 USA
March 1999 – August 2000

My employment at AboveNet saw a progression from LAN and small network interfacing and development, to the administration and maintenance of a Global IP network based on high-end Ciscohardware. Integrating customer installations to the internal backbone network was a primary task in this job, and it allowed me to gain new familiarity with a large number of network device types and interfaces.

This task alone allowed me to further my knowledge and experience with Cisco IOS and hardware ranging from low end switches, to the 12016 series routers which included fiber optic cards up to the OC192 capacity. Other systems frequently used were Cisco firewall devices, Foundry switch and routing devices, Juniper routing devices, and various hubs and switches used by AboveNet customers.

In addition to my network administration and maintenance role, I also performed various server administration tasks including backup procedures, installation of various OS platforms and software, and recovery of damaged and corrupted systems.

While at AboveNet I also carried out various network maintenance and deployment tasks on a physical layer level. These tasks included design of, and implementation of basic LAN wiring, structures, and layouts. Equipment rack management and installation also included documentation and upkeep of cooper wire and fiber optic cabling.




Network Engineer / Web Developer
CrossLink Internet Services
5537-C Hempstead Way
Springfield, VA 22151 USA
October 1998 – March 1999

My job in the IT industry, was with a medium sized Internet Service Provider located in Southern Virginia, that had users spread across the east coast of America. My original position with the company was that of a Network Engineer, assigned to working on machines co-located in their offices as well as their dial-up access points across the eastern seaboard.

Working on this network allowed me to get first hand experience with network devices and protocols such as Routers, Hubs/Switches and Bridges, TCP/IP, IPX, SNMP, PPP, SMTP, POP3, NTP, NNTP, HTTP, and FTP. Access methods used to interface with them included SSH, VNC, and Telnet. Setup and admin of various server types and machine architectures was also a daily task, as well as maintenance and administration of the office LAN, based on a mixture of Windows, Macintosh and Linux platforms.

My role as a web developer allowed me to expand upon my self taught HTML skills, adding PHP, Cold Fusion, Perl and CGI to my skill set. I became very adept at Cold Fusion programming and design, and have pursued that mainly since this position. Web site layouts and structures for customers included database integration, dynamic generation of content, security functions and messaging systems being built in house. Private contracts I have fulfilled since leaving CrossLink have included similar, and more developed application structures.





Education History

I began learning the skills for my IT careers with hands on experience from home. To further the skills I taught myself I attended a business school based in Virginia USA, and participated in direct certification programs.

Strayer University – 1996-1998
http://www.strayer.edu
Virginia USA
GPA 4.0
Certificate of completion

While attending Strayer University, I enrolled in classes geared towards network management and development, including but not limited to intensive education on Micrsoft applications and platforms. Classes attended also included C/C++, Java, Visual Basic and Delphi Programming, Unix Administration, Novell network deployment and administration, and hardware technologies. I received certifications in Computer Information Systems with an emphasis on networking and programming from the university.

Microsoft Certified Professional - 1998
Windows NT 4.0 Workstation

While attending early classes at the university, I pursued personal certification by Microsoft as a MCP. My experience with Windows NT 4.0 Workstation and Server, as used in my personal computers and web servers was enough to gain this certification. I plan to further my certifications to include more Microsoft certifications, and additional CISCO systems certifications.

Further personal education

I constantly keep informed about technologies that are affecting the industry. To facilitate this, I have attended many private seminars and courses pertaining to various programming languages, web application tools, and network related operating systems and devices.

[paultakeda]

I'll read it tomorrow (too groggy), but I'll tell you right now -- too wordy. I'll be more specific tomorrow.

[madajb]

On a quick skim, it's far too wordy.
Make your paragraphs bullet points, and put the details in a cover letter.
Also, I don't see the buzzwords I am looking for. If you worked with web servers, where is the IIS or Apache? What type of servers, Dell? Compaq?
Remember, the first person to see your resume is usually HR, and they are going to skim for buzzwords that are in the ad you are responding to.
-ajb

[paultakeda]

Example:


Work Experience

mm/yy - mm/yy
LamborghiniModels.com
Consultant

Designed and developed the web frontend, e-commerce integration, and database catalog for this popular online seller of authorized Lamborghini die-cast models.
Technologies used: HTML, ASP, Microsoft Access



mm/yy - mm/yy
Mohawk Motorsport, Riverside, CA
Owner

Founded Mohawk Motorsport as an online marketer of Volkswagen aftermarket parts with focus on the New Beetle model.

Integrated a custom-designed web frontend with [name of third-party e-commerce product] using a relational database for product catalog, pricing and availability.

Managed the web application and database server locally at the place of business.

Technologies used: Windows XP IIS 5.0, Microsoft Access, HTML, [e-commerce product tech], ASP, Adobe Photoshop

[ElecMoHwk]

Example:

Thanks for the feed back. I'm gonna go through it and totally rebuild it today. Hopefully I can get it shaped up a bit better. I tend to get lengthy in my descriptions of things (which wasn't a problem describing products on my sites)... so obviously I have to fight against that urge.

When I get back from a lil medical appointment this morning, I'll toss it around in word and make something better.

[ElecMoHwk]

Here's a newer version. I shortened the job descriptions and piled in some buzz words ;) Any thoughts now ? Advice has been WELL appreciated. If anyone non geeky but with some HR experience is looking, definitely let me know what you think as well !!!

I also made this in a PDF format, but attachments for PDF's don't work just yet :)







R. Anthony
3900 Fir Tree Drive 3J – Riverside, CA - 92505
ranthony@dashin.net – (909) 500 9096


An experienced network administrator and engineer, with strong web development and server management skills in addition. Possesses a long history of network troubleshooting and problem resolution skills, on both customer facing and internal roles.

Developed and ran 2 small businesses successfully for nearly 3 years, which included many IT and web development aspects. Utilized E-commerce technologies and strategies to efficiently increase sales and increase online presence.

Skills and experience summary:

* Large scale TC/IP network environments
* Routing and switching technologies
* Cisco specific networking environments
* Physical network layer deployment
* Network documentation

* Custom web application development
* Custom web graphics development
* E-commerce application integration
* Database driven and dynamic web content
* Multiple web/script application integration

* Adobe Photoshop 5, 6, and 7
* Macromedia Dreamweaver 4, MX
* Microsoft Office 95, 98, 2000, XP
* Cisco IOS (various images)
* IIS 2, 5, and 6
* Windows 3.1 through XP Professional (All versions)
* Debian and RedHat Linux
* FreeBSD
* MS Systems Management server
* MS Exchange and SQL Servers

* Cat3, Cat5, Coaxial, Fiber optic cabling
* 802.11a, b, g wireless technologies with encryption

Career History


LamborghiniModels.com, Riverside California
Owner, Developer – Feb/2003 to Present

Developed online sales presence and e-commerce back end for business focused on selling Lamborghini die-cast models via the World Wide Web. Automated email announcement lists, database powered catalog, and custom search capabilities were developed for this project.

ColdFusion 5, Dreamweaver MX, Adobe Photoshop 7, MS Access 2000/XP, Pay pal ecommerce tools

MohawkMotorsport.com, Riverside California
Owner, Developer – Nov/2002 to Present

Created website presence to compliment offline small business in VW parts and accessories focused to the New Beetle market. Database powered catalog, search functions, and dynamic product listings were developed to increase sales efficiency and forum site integrations.

ColdFusion 5, Dreamweaver MX, Adobe Photoshop 7, MS Access 2000/XP, Pay pal ecommerce tools

SiteTurn Web hosting, Sacramento California
Network Architect / Engineer – June/2002 to Nov/2002

Maintained existing web hosting network of 6 public, and 2 internal servers. Performed administration and problem solving duties for customer support needs. Developed steps and requirements for network upgrade process, and acquired necessary ICANN resources for expansion (16 “/24” networks). Began network upgrade and new equipment installations, and completed initial setup.

Windows NT/2000/XP, IIS5/6, Cisco IOS, Cisco Catalyst 6500 series switches, Compaq ProLiant Servers, Custom configured network storage servers, RedHat Linux, Apache, Perl

GameStream Internet Café, Auckland New Zealand
Network Admin – Sep/2001 to Dec/2001

Maintained network of 25 desktop PC’s configured specifically for video game enjoyment over LAN network. Upgraded upstream network connection from dual pipe dialup configuration, to dual pipe DSL configuration. Added administration desktop for centralized network maintenance and desktop backup functions.

Windows 98/2000/XP, RedHat Linux, 3com switching and DSL technologies, Custom built and configured desktop computers

Extreme Networks, Scottsdale Arizona
Network Architect – March/2001 to June/2001

Designed replacement IP network for local telephone services provider, under contract for Extreme Networks. Reverse engineered existing network, which lacked any documentation. Created new documentation repository for old network layout until migrations were complete. Outlined financial, technical, and maintenance requirements for new network implementation which was approved by both sides of the contract.

Cisco IOS, Cisco 7500 series routers, Cisco PIX, Bay Networks routers, Bay Networks switches, Windows 2000 server, Compaq servers, CAT5 and Fiber optic cabling

AboveNet / Metromedia Fiber Networks, Vienna Virginia
Network Engineer – March 1999 to September 2000a

Helped to maintain existing tier 1 level global IP network. Integrated customer network deployments into MFN IP infrastructure for maximum performance and reliability. Deployed new network interconnects between MFN and alternate tier 1 level IP providers. Addressed customer support issues as they related to the MFN network and it’s resources, and resolved problems on both sides of integration.

Cisco IOS, Cisco 7500 series routers, Cisco 6500 series switches, Cisco PIX firewalls, Debian and RedHat Linux servers, Windows 98/NT/2000, Custom built and configured server hardware, CAT5 and Fiber optic cabling, 802.11 wireless

CrossLink Internet Services, Springfield Virginia
Network Administrator & Web Developer - October 1998 to March 1999

Maintained existing network of Windows and Linux servers, using various brands of network equipment for connectivity, in company owned collocation facility area. Troubleshot and resolved customer support issues on a server and network level. Assembled, configured, and maintained new network servers, and office use desktop computer systems. Developed web applications for hosted customer websites. Developed templates for generalized website creation for low-end customers. Deployed DSL equipment to customer locations, and maintained co-located dialup server equipment in alternate locations.

Cisco switching and routing technologies, Custom built and configured server hardware, Windows 95/98/ME/NT, RedHat and Debian Linux, IIS2, Apache, ColdFusion 2, CGI scripting, Shell scripting, Javascript, Adobe Photoshop 5, CAT3 and CAT5 cabling, T1 level telecom links


Additional Achievements & Experience

Dashin Networks, Vienna Virginia
Founder – June/1996 to Present

Developed a web hosting network, currently composed of 2 Windows 2000 Server machines, and 2 Debian Linux servers. Custom built and configured all machines on the network for their application. Hosted up to 90 independent domains at a given time, for various personal projects and private clients, ranging in content and application. Developed internal web applications for server file management and maintenance functions. Used hosting resources for personal education and skill improvement exercises. The network resides on its own portable /24 network which is still maintained by myself.

Windows NT/2000, Debian Linux, Apache (Windows and Linux), IIS4, MS Access 95/98/2000/XP, ColdFusion 2/3/4/5/MX, Dreamweaver 4/MX, Adobe Photoshop 4/5/6, PHP, Perl, CGI/Shell Scripting, Bind, Exim, Sendmail, MS Terminal Services, VNC, PCanywhere


Educational Achievements

* Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Certification (MCP)
* Strayer University, Computer Networking Certificate – Windows NT
* Strayer University, Computer Networking Certificate – Novell Netware
* Strayer University, Computer Programming Certificate

[ElecMoHwk]

Anymore feedback guys ?

With my throwout bearing going out (98% sure), and my bug now imovable, and me without repair fundage... I'm really really really trying to land something and doubt the strength of my resume. Any feedback appreciated!

:(

[madajb]

Anymore feedback guys ?

With my throwout bearing going out (98% sure), and my bug now imovable, and me without repair fundage... I'm really really really trying to land something and doubt the strength of my resume. Any feedback appreciated!
:(
Looks better. The only thing I would change is to not condense your acronyms.
For example: IIS 2, 3, 5 could become IIS1, IIS2 and IIS3. Same with the 802.11s.

Also don't write MS, write Microsoft.

It's a small thing, but it may help with automated resume keyword scanners.
-ajb

[paultakeda]

Looks good. From this point, it's just tweaking.

Versions should be abbreviated in the same way, so if you do write Windows ME/XP then other software such as Photoshop should also be Photoshop 4/6/CS, and IIS 5/6, 802.11a/b/g, etc.

And Paypal, I believe, is one word.

And yes, put Microsoft in front of everything relevant, don't just say Windows or MS Office. Same goes for VNC -- which VNC and what versions?

[Arts_1_8t]

hey,

the desktop support supervisor just emailed me asking for your resume. i will be sending him your resume towards the end of the day around 2-3 pm today. if you can add your education history, where and when you went to school. you also left out your full name on the resume, R. Anthony. and i'm also gonna need a cover letter.

Art

[ElecMoHwk]

Putting final tweaks on things now... then I'll resave it in all the fun formats once more. Hopefully at least I get a call back, as I think I do alot better on the phone/in-person than on paper to date anyway :)

[ElecMoHwk]

Riverside VW picked me up for my parts experience, as some of you know by now. Thanks for all the help with my IT resume, I learned alot from it! I just couldn't pass up a good deal that was presented to me, and the chance to use the VW parts experience I've gained from running my business for the past few years...

I was a vendor to Riverside VW for a while, supplying them with aftermarket parts and accessories. Now I'm behind the counter helping them get the OEM stuff out to the folks that need it.

If anyone from SoCal needs parts, call me at Riverside VW and ask for Russ in parts, and I'll work the best possible deal I can on what you need! (951) 509 2125

[paultakeda]

Neat. I may take you up on that, my plastic skid plate fell off a month ago. :D

[jwilker]

Damn too bad I'm selling my B5, good to hear you landed something you like. Way to go

[ElecMoHwk]

Bringing this back up....

Won't go into details but I no longer work at Riverside Volkswagen, and I've been reassured of why no one likes sales people.

I'm going to hit the books and re-cert what I had before and what I know, and maybe move forward and get some new certs that are out there. In the meantime, I'm looking for something entry to mid level again. Desktop support, Network support/admin, Web development areas are prefered.

If anyone's got an open desk at work that needs filling by a hardworker, 110% computer geek (thats happens to dig dubs as well)... throw me a line and I'll get myself in for an interview. Not asking for someone to hand me a job or vouche for me, don't get me wrong. But if you know of an opening, let me know.

Thanks!