Brian Planton

Engineered hybrid storage systems integrating cloud-cached and on-prem environments. Provided Level 3 support for IBM iSeries systems in distributed settings.

Supported multi-domain Windows environments and resolved OS and network conflicts. Proactively monitored infrastructure health using logs and internal tooling.

Delivered production application support for financial systems in a distributed setup. Created and maintained a system-wide knowledge base to improve operations.

Designed and supported virtualized storage and backup systems for mission-critical services. Led engineering efforts on high-visibility infrastructure initiatives during a short-term contract.

Managed Hyper-V virtual infrastructure across a distributed multi-site environment. Oversaw storage and backup improvements using Veeam and SAN/NAS monitoring.

Hardened server security and streamlined domain policies across a multi-domain setup. Supported 24/7 enterprise systems across varied platforms including Windows, Linux, and VMware.

Maintained over 3000 endpoints across a multi-domain enterprise. Played a key role in PCI audits, internal compliance, and GPO redesign.

Activities and societies: IT Internship with Portland Trail Blazers (two summers)

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Information Systems. Gained practical experience through an IT internship with the Portland Trail Blazers over two summers.