Profile
Enthusiastic IT professional offering a broad range of developed skills gained through establishing full IT projects with particular emphasis on databases from initial conception to completion including successful implementation within budget, timescales and limitations in multi-site business environment.
I have hands on and detail oriented approach to ensuring the smooth operation of company network. Backed by solid networking credentials with Cisco industry certifications.
During my career I have worked in both multinational and multicultural environments and always have a professional and well-groomed appearance.
Key Skills & Competencies
Excellent knowledge and understanding of SQL relational database concepts. Experienced in RDBMS MS SQL and Microsoft Server technology.
In-depth knowledge of Computer Networking and its principles.
Specialized for Cisco networks: implementing and designing of computer networks using Cisco products, Cisco Routers and Switches Configuration.
Very good ability to support VMware environment.
Proven abilities to manage through others and logical approach to problem solving.
Able to prioritize tasks and workloads in order of importance.
Very quick in adopting new technologies.
Technology Summary
OS & Platforms: Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Windows NT/2000/XP/Vista/7/8, Cisco IOS, Team Foundation Server (TFS)
Network Management: RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, SNMP, VLANS, VTP, STP, 802.1Q, Frame Relay, PPP
Infrastructure services: DHCP, DNS, SMTP, FTP, TFTP, iSCSI
Database: MS SQL, SQL Server Management Studio, T-SQL
Programming: Visual Studio Team System, Visual Basic, UML
Other tools: Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, Adobe CS
Career Summary
ARIEL PA, Belgrade, Serbia / New York, USA
2011 – To present
IT Manager
Managing the development of a new conceptual, logical and physical design of the company relational database using MS SQL as data store.
Enhanced employees’ understanding of database system by conducting pre-implementation workshops, delivering group and individual training sessions.
I improved the company network infrastructure transforming the traditional switched network to the network based on VLAN concept. This network is domain-based now using Windows Server 2008 R2 with Active Directory functionality as a new feature.
Implementing network security policies and procedures.
Key Achievements:
▪ Coordinating the daily allocation of work for database developers.
▪ Developed new network infrastructure and delivered highly scalable and reliable CISCO network solutions.
▪ Involved in developing Networking policies, procedures and documents.
▪ Writing up accurate technical documentation.
▪ Ensuring all IT records are entered and updated correctly.
DIGITCOM, London, United Kingdom
2008 – 2011
Network Engineer
Designing and implementing a computer network from the ground level for the newly formed company. Implementing security policies using ACL.
Key Achievements:
▪ Architected and deployed new CISCO based network using EIGRP dynamic routing protocol.
▪ Performing complex implementation and maintenance task on the LAN including settings of the networking devices (Cisco routers and switches).
▪ Managing network infrastructure and monitoring network performances.
INFOCOM, Cetinje, Montenegro
2002 – 2008
IT / Network Manager
Served as a project lead establishing new e-commerce service for the company at the web address www.com-shop.me.
Responsible for maintaining and installing computer network devices based around Microsoft Server Technologies.
Key Achievements:
▪ Coordinating e-commerce project delivering daily workloads to the developers.
▪ Ensuring that e-commerce functionalities keep up with security and online banking standards.
▪ Documenting network changes and work on permanent solutions on reoccurring network incidents.
LETAK MARKETING AGENCY, Podgorica, Montenegro
1998 – 2002
Network Administrator
Responsible for maintaining and installing network devices and ensuring the network is available.
Key Achievements:
▪ Network connectivity troubleshooting.
▪ Software and hardware installation and configuration.
Qualifications & Education
IT ACADEMY, Belgrade, Serbia 2010 – 2012
Studies in Software Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF MONTENEGRO, Podgorica, Montenegro 1993 – 1997
Studies in Economy Sciences
HIGH MATHEMATICS SCHOOL, Cetinje, Montenegro 1989 – 1993
Studies in Mathematics and Information Technology
Professional Credentials
Cisco CCNA certified
Carrier goal in the next 6 months: MCTS Certification (Windows Server, Active Directory)
OTHER
English language (speaking, reading and writing)
Serbian-Croatian language (native)
