I am an enthusiastic Computer Systems and Networks graduate looking for a career in a dynamic, fast paced organisation that will provide opportunities to expand my technical knowledge and skills, whilst also learning about industry best practice.
Profile:-
Currently studying towards Cisco CCNA Certification.
Qualified to HND level in MotorSport Engineering.
Good knowledge of computer systems and networks, gained through practical experience. Extensive knowledge of set up and use of MS Windows based operating system. Moderate knowledge of Unix based systems through daily use of Apple's Os X with occasional use of Linux based systems. Good foundation knowledge of automotive based physics and mathematics, covering vehicle dynamics, automotive principles and automotive systems.
Skills Summary :-
Computer systems
Architecture and characteristics of computer hardware and software, building and configuration of PCs to specification, installation and configuration of operating systems (Windows Server and Client editions, VxWorks, Linux and Mac Os X Client) as well as various applications.
Computer NetworksSetup and configuration of local and wide area networks, ranging from small switch installations, through Cisco IOS router based networks to medium sized business switched networks for high volume video and audio file transfers, as used in TV and Movie production. Experience with wireless networks based on 802.11 standards.
Moderate experience of network design and IP allocation, using subnetting and VLSM. Knowledge of NAT devices, operating principles and port forwarding for systems behind NAT devices.
Experience with Cisco IOS Based Routers, for EIGRP routing and VLan Configuration
Packet capture and analysis over simulated wide area networks.
Experience using VMWare Workstation to create simulated virtual networks.
Data analysis and database designMySQL Server setup, initial configuration and manual database modification including configuration of tables. Some MS Access database design and creation.
Windows Programming
Moderate use of Visual Basic to design and create database driven applications. Some experience using Microsoft WCF technologies to construct distributed applications and services, focusing on enterprise usage.
Web ApplicationsSetup and configuration of webservers within Lamp, Wamp and Mamp environments, ( Apache, MySQL, PHP ). Basic database orientated site creation.
I have used my knowledge and experience described above to set-up and test large-scale systems in a development environment, reporting test results to system architects and software developers to further improve system performance.
Major Achievements :-
2:1 BSc hons in Computer Systems and Networks
Completed a Dissertation investigating the possible use of network signatures to remotely detect botnet infected network nodes.
Qualified to HND level in MotorSport Engineering
Ongoing vacation employment at Quantel UK Ltd. ( Requested to return for past 3 years.)
Work experience with Abbey Motorsport
Work experience with Odetics UK
Leading a Mountaineering team to complete a mountain level Chief Scout Challenge Pass of Mount Snowdon.
Career to Date :-
2005 – Jan 2008 Quantel UK Ltd., Newbury (Vacation periods)
Product Verification and Support Engineer.
A leading manufacturer of innovative video production systems used throughout the broadcast TV and movie industry worldwide.
2007 (total duration 4 Months)- Key member of the Automated testing team. Designing and creating Python scripts for the purposes of autonomous testing, to be run out of hours. Responsible for the creation of a MY-SQL database and PHP front end, used to log and track automation results. This is now in continuous use to track the progress of tests and give statistical feedback to management.
2006 (total duration 4 Months)- Comprehensive testing of software suite before major software release. Identifying and charactorising bugs and issues and reporting to System Architects and Development Engineers.
2005 (total duration 2.5 Months)- Testing of software prior to release for major customers, confirming bugs from customers and identifying issues, prior to referring to R&D for fixing.
2001 – 2007 Halfords Ltd Swansea and Farnborough Part-time Sales Assistant Worked across a number of departments. As one of the more flexible members of staff I provided product and application knowledge where needed on the very busy weekend shifts.
Contact Details :-
Email: Contact Me
Mobile: Available on Request
References :-
David Lane - Director of Development, Quantel Ltd. - 2006
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- Chris Fane - 2008 -