I'm
Chris DePaola
About Me
Hello!
I'm a seasoned Sr. System Administrator at Ocean Media Inc. With an MBA focused on IT Management, I bring a strategic perspective to my role, ensuring that technology aligns seamlessly with business objectives. Proudly holding a CompTIA Security+ certification, I am dedicated to implementing robust cybersecurity measures, contributing to the overall resilience of the systems under my purview.
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Virtualization
95%
Windows Server
95%
Networking
80%
VPN
85%
Linux
75%
Office 365 Admin
95%
Education
MBA, IT Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH (Online)
B.A. Business Information Systems
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
Junior College
Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA
CompTIA Security+ ce
CompTIA
Verification Code: LW8RZSJFRC4QQRGJ
Experience
Ocean Media Inc.
Huntington Beach, CA
Sr. System Administrator (Jan-2024 to Present)
System Administrator (Jan-2023 to Jan-2024)
Jr. System Administrator (May-2022 to Jan-2023)
I contribute to our IT team by enhancing server administration and maintenance operations, such as deploying new servers and applications, overseeing the Windows AD environment, and managing physical server upkeep. My areas of expertise encompass Linux administration, with a focus on security administration to safeguard against potential threats and maintain a secure internal and external environment. Furthermore, I assist with multi-tier helpdesk tickets and other routine IT responsibilities.
Doorway Home Loans
Santa Ana, CA
System Administrator (Sep-2021 to May-2022)
IT Help Desk Technician (Mar-2021 to Sep-2021)
I managed a diverse range of responsibilities within the IT department, encompassing helpdesk support, server setup, and the development of an optimized and secure IT infrastructure for the organization. My accomplishments included implementing Veeam backup solutions, providing technical support to end-users, deploying failover clusters, and overseeing the administration of software products such as Office 365 and Mimecast.
LA Container
Yorba Linda, CA
IT Support Specialist
I held various roles within the company, but my primary responsibility was serving as an IT Support Specialist. I performed this role predominantly while occasionally being called upon to assist with other tasks, such as operating injection mold machines and addressing electrical faults. I oversaw the majority of IT department operations with the assistance of outsourced support when necessary.
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Chris DePaola
Sr. System Administrator
Fullerton, CA, USA