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Dave Macias

@davemacias

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BS in Computer Information Systems candidate with networking and systems expertise.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, with opportunities for growth and impactful projects.

I am a dedicated Network Engineer and DevOps Engineer with a Bachelor of Applied Technology in Computer Information Systems. My experience spans over a decade in telecommunication and systems administration, where I have honed my skills in networking, programming, and server management. I have successfully maintained and troubleshot WAN, LAN, and wireless communication for a global network, ensuring seamless connectivity for over 100,000 individuals.

Throughout my career, I have led technology initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and maintainability within organizations. My role at Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society involved administering a diverse server infrastructure and implementing Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and Network-as-Code (NaC) solutions. I am proficient in developing scripts in Bash and Python, which have significantly improved consistency and efficiency in operations.

My previous positions as a Senior System Administrator and System Administrator have equipped me with the skills to manage complex systems and oversee critical projects. I thrive in collaborative environments and am passionate about leveraging technology to drive business success.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Network Engineer

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Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania

Oct 2013 - Present (11 years 7 months)

Responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting WAN, LAN, and wireless communication for a global network. Administers server infrastructure and leads technology initiatives to improve operations. Implements As-Code pipelines and develops scripts to enhance efficiency.

Networking DevOps Python Terraform Project Management Infrastructure as Code

Senior System Administrator

Appcard Inc

Feb 2021 - May 2022 (1 year 3 months)

Maintained the IoT network across 1000+ stores, installed and deployed essential operations systems, and oversaw key projects. Ensured reliable infrastructure and communicated project statuses with partners.

System Administration IoT Project Management Security Tools Software Deployment Communication

System Administrator

Team America Inc

Sep 2019 - Jan 2021 (1 year 4 months)

Maintained LINUX server environments, led migration projects, and implemented backup systems. Automated software updates and managed user access across multiple systems.

Linux Administration Server Migration Backup Automation

Microcomputer Support Specialist

Brownsville Public Utilities Board

Oct 2010 - Jun 2013 (2 years 8 months)

Administered network and systems for citywide utilities, ensured network connectivity for tests, and maintained network security through policy enforcement.

Network Administration System Security Connectivity Testing Enforcement Troubleshooting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Texas

Bachelor of Applied Technology, Computer Information Systems

2008 - 2012

Bachelor of Applied Technology in Computer Information Systems. Developed skills in networking, programming, and server management, with a focus on establishing networking environments and maintaining system configurations.