A more current version is likely available via linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/anthony-kepler/7/205/33a/.

Contact Information:

Anthony (Tony) Kepler
495 N 10th St. St. Helens, OR 97051
Anthony+job@kepler.net Home: 503-972-8913

Experience:

2015.05 - present
PolarSystems
Network Operations Manager
Still here and reasonably content for the time being.
Polar Systems is one of the larger MSPs in the Portland area specializing in small to mid sized networks - primarily Windows/Cisco/Dell environments. My diverse background combined with Polar's stable base and far reaching client list have opened new oportunities for the both of us and shows promise of continued mutual growth.
2008.03 - 2016.01
PolarSystems
Senior Network Engineer
Still here and reasonably content for the time being.
Polar Systems is one of the larger MSPs in the Portland area specializing in small to mid sized networks - primarily Windows/Cisco/Dell environments. My diverse background combined with Polar's stable base and far reaching client list have opened new oportunities for the both of us and shows promise of continued mutual growth.
2006.08 - 2008.03
Null Max
Network and Systems administrator / Application developer / DBA / etc.
Null Max was an Oregon based hosting provider that I had the opportunity to do an extensive amount of work for. As the lead network/systems administrator, it was my responsibility to install and configure client systems in NullMax's network, manage switches, routers and all other aspects of the network to ensure 100% uptime and maximum possible throughput. In terms of application development, I was responsible for creating a unique system for automatic provisioning of server resources for customers, to provide the fastest available turn around time from customer order to production system availability.
2006.05 - 2008.03
Jivanjee Architect, AIA
IT Manager / Network Administrator
In my time with Jivanjee Architect I vastly improved their security and utilization of available resources. My primary daily responsibilities included management of their MS Server 2k3 based PDC, and all other network attached resources (File servers, Win XP Pro, Win 2k, and Linux based workstations and laptops, Routers, etc.). I was responsible for migrating their in-house mail server from Exchange to Sendmail for increased security and reliability, and their HTTP server from IIS to Apache. I was also tasked with creating a curriculum to teach the architectural design program "SketchUp". I had regular duties also including: AutoCad troubleshooting, Printer/Scanner setup/trouble shooting, help desk style duties. This job has included some travel to other office sites, and extensive phone and email based support. Perhaps the most important thing I've done while at Jivanjee Architect is to be the project manager and sole programmer for a document management application suite that they have already begun to market and sell. I have also been able to put to use my debugging and technical writing skills in a software acquisition project with a third party. Other notable duties include: migrating from a legacy "keyed" telephone system to an IPPBX system with all new phones, and trunking to their different office sites; server and workstation component acquisition and construction; and much more.
2005.10 - 2006.05
Various Temp Jobs and contracts
Office drone.
For the better part of a year I drifted from one temp assignment to another doing various menial office tasks. I worked in call centers and massive bureaucratic organizations and learned above all else what I really did not want to do with my working life. During this time I also continued doing contract web design work.
2004.10.07 - 2005.10
Pacific Legal
Data entry / project lead / etc.
My time with Pacific Legal made use of my database expertise (MsSQL, Access, ODBC). I played an influential role in the course of several projects, and drastically increased a particular projects earning potential. Serving as a jack-of-all-trades that lent a hand in whichever department needed it. My tasks regularly included resolving database issues, PC Tech support, quality control, and product delivery. I was awarded for being the most productive member of my primary department.
Contacts: Mark Andrews, Megan Brophy (project manager), Michael West (operations manager), and Bob Ford (project manager): 503-827-0558
2004.07 - 2005-??
Independent Living Resources
Volunteer / contractor
My Volunteer work with ILR consisted primarily of general office duties such as filing, copying, faxing, transcription, and answering phones. Other duties included document design/production for the design of fliers and public postings for various public events. I completed an independent safe driving course in the interest of becoming an available escort for their off-site events. Eventually my work with ILR transitioned into a paid contract structure for development of their network infrastructure.

Certifications:

Cisco certified Network Associate (CCNA)
In June of 2009 I acquired the CCNA Cisco Career Certification (ID: CSCO11440336) Renewed in 2012.
Cisco Lifecycle Services Express
In July of 2009 I passed the Cisco Lifecycle Services Express exam. Renewed in 2012.
Cisco Express Foundation Field Specialist
Originally acquired in 2010 I acquired my Cisco Express Foundation Field Specialist certification. Renewed in 2012.
Citrix Certified Administrator: XenDesktop
In February of 2013 I acquired my "CCA" in XenDesktop 5.0.
Citrix Certified Administrator: XenServer
In March of 2013 I acquired my "CCA" in XenServer 6.0.
Citrix Certified Sales Professional (CSP-008)
Acquired March 2013
Compellent - Top Gun Storage Architect
Acquired in 2011
Compellent Certified Installer
Valid through 2013
Axcient Certified Expert (ACE)
Acquired January 2014
Unitrends: Yellow Belt
Acquired September 2014
Ruckus Sales Expert
Acquired February 2014
Ruckus WiSE Level 1
Acquired May 2014
Kaseya certified Administrator
Acquired April 2014
CompTIA Network+
Acquired September 2014

Skills:

This is a very brief overview of my skills comprised only of the major/common tasks/projects I am familiar with.

Skill Name Skill Level
Ansi C Advanced
Perl Expert
XML Advanced
(X)HTML/CSS Expert
SQL Advanced
Unix/Linux Expert
IA32 ASM Intermediate (and rusty)

Specific Unix/Linux skills:

Skill Name Skill Level
Sendmail (+SpamAssassin +ClamAV) Advanced
IPTables Expert
Bourne (Unix/Linux) Scripting Expert
Apache Advanced
LPR(ng) Advanced
Samba Expert
XFree86 Advanced
ISC Bind (DNS) Expert
OpenLDAP Expert
MySQL Advanced
PostgreSQL Intermediate
Berkeley Database (BDB) Intermediate
Asterisk (OpenSource PBX) Advanced

Specific Windows skills:

Skill Name Skill Level
MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, et all) Advanced
Win2k PDC administration. Advanced
Win2k3 + Active Directory Advanced
Win2k8 SBS/STD Advanced
MS SQL Intermediate
Exchange 2003,2010,2011 Advanced

The list of Unix skills goes on, but for the sake of brevity I will leave it at that. I feel at home with a GNU/Linux setup (Slackware/Redhat/etc.), but am resonably comfortable with others such as *BSD and Solaris. As for windows skills, I have a well rounded familiarity with everything from 3.1 to server 2008, I am an incredibly fast learner who will not hesitate to ask questions to ensure a proper understanding.

I also have extensive TCP/IP networking experience ( ~6 years). From design of network topology to running/crimping cable and setup of routers, my experience with computer networks spans many operating systems and hardware platforms/device types. Experience with LAN, VLAN, and WAN setups both wired and wireless.

There are, in all likelihood, several other things you might find interesting which don't at this moment come to mind. Questions are always gladly answered to the best of my abilities.