280 Carlton St.
Toronto, ON, Canada
M5A 2L5
mobile: 416-575-8042 twkonefal@yahoo.ca
Career Interests
I am seeking entry to a position that
will utilize my analytical skills and problem solving experience while
contributing to the growth and development of the company.
Responsible
for
security and maintenance of corporate DNS, email, and FTP services on
FreeBSD platform
On call for core router and switch servicing in case
of outages or failures
Designed, implemented and maintained web based FTP
account management software that tied to the client database, enabling
the company to quickly and efficiently manage a volatile and
lucrative revenue stream. Implemented using PostgreSQL, MSSQL,
Apache, ProfFTPd, and Perl.
Designed and implemented web based inventory
management software for all of the resources in the IT
department. Implemented using MSSQL, Apache, and Perl.
Planned and implemented a Novell to NT migration in
newly acquired office that included installation, configuration, and
support of over fifty NT workstations, a Windows NT 4 secondary
domain controller, and printers
Assisted in removing old network wiring and laying in
of new fibre-optic and gigabit Ethernet cables throughout one of the
company's divisions
Support
Technician (part time), Golden
Triangle Online
Kitchener, ON
May 1999 - December 2000
Monitored,
maintained and supported critical systems including FreeBSD servers,
Cisco routers, switches, and dial-up equipment
Handled incoming calls to the Help-desk from a
customer base of +35,000
Systems support for residential and corporate members
including dialup, ISDN, xDSL, email, ftp, and web hosting
Tested and evaluated alpha version software for the
company
Researched and examined best software solutions for
distribution to customers
Produced
a Year
2000
Bug report containing points of failure and costs involved in the
transition to Y2K compliance for the enterprise
(Suggestions made in the report were successfully implemented)
Acted as a technical team leader for junior technical
support specialists throughout the company
Implemented, configured and supported several mission
critical technical systems including the MS Windows NT / Novell
NetWare network at satellite office (approximately 50 workstations)
Maintained, supported and updated internal
Novell/Windows9x/NT computer network, software, and hardware
Responsible for smooth nightly network backups
General help desk duties
Computer
Lab Monitor, Humber College
Rexdale, ON
September 1997 - December 1997 (co-op)
Regularly
held
instructional sessions for staff members on effective use of computer
hardware and popular software including productivity, multimedia, and
internet applications
Composed and revised documentation for above
mentioned sessions
Attended for Bachelor of Mathematics
Area of Specialization: Computer Science
Summary of Skills
Programming
experience in Perl, C/C++, Modula3, Scheme, x86 Assembly, Pascal, SQL,
CGI, and shell scripting
Thorough understanding of inter/networking topologies
and concepts
including OSI, TCP/IP, ICMP, DHCP, RIP, WINS, DNS, FTP, HTTP, SMTP,
POP3, hubs,
routers, gateways, bridges, MS & Netscape web clients, and
terminal emulation software packages.
Experienced with installation and administration of
current versions of the Apache Web Server, PostgreSQL, Sendmail, Bind,
MRTG, SNMP,
ipchains (firewall and NAT), OpenSSH (client and server), WU-FTPD,
and ProFtpd on Linux and FreeBSD
Extensive experience installing, configuring,
troubleshooting and supporting the entire suite of Microsoft
operating systems (DOS, Windows 95/98/2000, NT Server/Workstation
4.0)
Over three years experience with installation,
administration, and troubleshooting of production BSD and Linux
operating system environments.
Experience preparing cost analysis, reports and
documents for
internal & external agencies
Well-developed interpersonal, organizational,
communication, and
presentation skills
Fluency in English and Polish, with basic French
Volunteer Work,
Interests, Activities
Currently
involved
in deepening my knowledge and experience with Linux and FreeBSD
Drawing in pen, pencil and charcoal, and photography