THEODORE E. RUSSELL

theodorerussell@gmail.com 702.540.5876

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR & DATA ANALYST14+ years’ success leading technology innovation requiring database and application

expertise

Dedicated, self-directed Information Technology Management Professional with extensive experience in delivering comprehensive technical leadership and resources. Adept in operational leadership, customer service, strategic planning, network security, requirements planning, and advanced system administration. Excel at effectively providing support, security, and serving as a technical leader representative of industry best practices. Optimistic problem-solver with success in aligning business and technical vision in order to initiate, implement, and improve innovative business technology solutions.

HIGHLIGHTS OF EXPERTISE

Strategic Technical Leadership Technical Troubleshooting SQL Server DBA MS Access / Excel Expert T-SQL Scripting

Intrusion Detection & Prevention Network Hardening Budget Formulation & Presentation Cybersecurity & System Hardening Advanced Server Administration

CAREER SUMMARY

KOLESAR & LEATHAM, CHTD, 400 N Rampart #400, Las Vegas, NV 89145Successfully directed comprehensive IT operations, which consisted of the investigation, procurement, implementation, and deployment of cutting edge IT resources.

DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (Apr. 2012 to Oct. 2014)Held concurrent responsibility for the administration of internal systems, which included Microsoft Exchange 2010, Microsoft SQL 2012, Prolaw, backups, terminal servers, and active directory. Oversaw the installation of Snort IDS and monitored alerts, and secured the internal wireless network. Served as the MS SQL DBA using SSIS and SSRS. Administered DHCP and DNS within the TCP/IP environment.

Establish organizational goals, policies, and procedures reflective of technology advances.

Actively managed and mentored IT Helpdesk team, and established new procedures focused on workstation imaging, deployment protocols, and the escalation of support calls.

Designed and implemented an IT disaster recovery plan, that was highlighted by a distributed file system, full data redundancy, and off-site backup procedures.

Provided guidance to the management team and distinct legal practice areas regarding all aspects of maximizing technology within the firm.

Served as the point of contact for IT vendors, and led negotiation of favorable pricing structures.

GORDON SILVER, 3960 Howard Hughes Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89169

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Effectively collaborated with the Director of IT in key strategic projects, while playing an integral role in the planning and administration of the network infrastructure.

APPLICATIONS/DBA SPECIALIST (June 2010 to Apr. 2012)Provided proactive support, troubleshooting, and repair services to 100 end-users with PCs, laptop computers, network systems, and peripheral devices. Responsible for the active directory.

Conducted all internal system maintenance, which consisted of network monitoring, and verification of the availability of network and system resources.

Spearheaded the implementation of ACT for the management team, which required the development of frequent reports on behalf of the management team.

Contributed to the upgrade and migration to Exchange 2007, and introduction of the latest Microsoft Office to all users.

ADVANCED LEGAL SYSTEMS, 3960 Howard Hughes Parkway, Suite 500, Las Vegas, NV 89169Dedicated to leading and coaching team of developers in addressing diver client application development needs, while serving as the lead for critical IT projects within the firm.

APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT TEAM LEAD (Apr.2006 to June.2009)Cultivated and maintained strong client relationships, and served as a technical resource to both clients and colleagues. Facilitated multiple data extractions and conversions, and designed T-SQL scripts for financial data manipulation.

Recognized as the in-house Prolaw application specialist with the ability to provide robust support and deliver training to staff members.

Evolved the Application Development department from one member to four members, and projects for further growth.

Developed custom built financial reporting interfaces throughout tenure in alignment with SDLC.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE Trainee Teacher (Sep. 2004 to Sep. 2005) MAPLESDEN NOAKES SCHOOLIT Integration Consultant (Dec. 2001 to Oct. 2003) ROYAL INSTITUTION OF CHARTERED SURVEYS

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTING & INFORMATION SYSTEMS, WITH DISTINCTION University of Greenwich, Greenwich, London, UK (2005)

BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) IN ACCOUNTANCY & FINANCE University of Brighton, Brighton, UK (1995)

ASSOCIATION OF ACCOUNTING TECHNICIANS MEMBERSHIP LEVEL - ADMITTED Harlow College of Further Education, Harlow, UK (1993)

BTEC NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS & FINANCE Boston College of Further Education, Rowley Road, Boston, Lincs, UK (1991)

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS Certified Ethical Hacker v8 – CEH, Infosec Institute Certified Penetration Tester – CPT, Infosec Institute (In Progress)

Complete list of technical skills available upon request.