G. E. Scott Knauss

PSC 822 Box 1528

FPO, AE 09621

scott@knauss.com

http://www.scott.knauss.com


OBJECTIVE:

Seek a responsible position where I can utilize my education and experience in Computers, Networking, Programing, and secure Digital Communications while contributing to the benefit of my employer.

STRENGTHS:

HARDWARE:

SUN Workstations and Servers, x86 architechture computers, Monitors, Electronic Connections, Cisco Routers & switches, Netfoundry Switches, Secure communications equipment (KYV-5, KG-84, KG-194, KY-58, KG-175), DEC Alpha, FCC-100, IDNX/Promina, Timeplex (ST-1000 & Link 2) , Mitel SX-2000.

SOFTWARE:

Solaris 2.8, NetWare , HP-UX, BSDI Unix, Windows XP, Windows NT4 Server and Workstation, Windows 2000/2003 Server and Workstation, MS Office, OS2 (2.1 & Warp), HTML promgraming, Red Hat Linux (ESL), StarOffice, OpenOffice, Tcl/Tk, PERL, MySQL, McAfee Intrushield IDS and Cisco Netranger IDS.

EXPERIENCE:

5/01 - present Titan, European Central Region Network Operations Center (ECRNOC) Naples, Italy

Network Systems Engineer

Design and recommend site layouts for integrating new or additional equipment, circuits, firewalls, and encryption devices into the network. Design and recommend changes to existing site layouts to optimize operations and enhance security. Performs systems administration of installed and future computer systems and Networking peripherals in support of UARNOC operations. Provide security measures for existing systems. Provide on the job training as required for NOC military operators and maintainers.

8/97 – 5/01 SEMCOR/Titan, Defense Red Switch Network Office NCTAMS EURCENT Naples, Italy

DRSN Site Engineer

Provide technical support and on site maintenance for five digital phone switches. Interface extensively with high level users to maintain customer satisfaction. Provide continuing onsite trainging for site personell. Perform site surveys and installation of new hardware for ongoing requirements. Developed software to allow local users to monitor DRSN.



6/97 - 8/97 BBN, Unified Atlantic Network Operations Center (UARNOC) Norfolk, VA

Network Systems Engineer

Design and recommend site layouts for integrating new or additional equipment, circuits, firewalls, and encryption devices into the network. Design and recommend changes to existing site layouts to optimize operations and enhance security. Performs systems administration of installed and future computer systems and Networking peripherals in support of UARNOC operations. Provide security measures for existing systems. Provide on the job training as required for NOC military/government operators and maintainers.

3/97 – 6/97 BBN, Mediterranean Network Operations Center Installation Naples, Italy

Lead installation Engineer

Performed Site Survey for Installation of Network Operation Center. Install and configure all required equipment for Network Operations center including: SUN workstations and servers, HP-UX workstations and servers, Cisco routers, Linux Mail exchangers and DNS servers, Spectrum Servers, and TSI Gauntlet Firewall.

10/96 – 3/97 BBN, Joint Training, Analysis and Simulation Center Suffolk,VA

LAN ADMINISTRATOR

Administrate multi-server, multi site Netware 4.1 network. Provide technical support and customer assistance for local Solaris 2.5 based network. Troubleshoot, repair, upgrade, and configure Windows 3.11 and Windows 95 Workstations on a Unix and Windows NT based network.

06/94 - 09/96 US Navy, Naval Telecommunications Center Hampton Roads Norfolk, VA

LAN ADMINISTRATOR

Repair, configure, and upgrade all types of personal computers for growing Communication Station. Interface extensively with clients and assist with operational problems. Set up NetWare v3.11, v3.12 & v4.1 Networks for Station. Configure file servers, workstations, backup devices, and printing services to client specifications. Install and configure such Network Applications as Microsoft Office, Word for Windows and WordPerfect + WordPerfect for Windows and dBase IV. Create login scripts and custom user menus. Set up security on NetWare Networks. Provide continuing training on NetWare v3.12 & v4.1 Administration. Manage a division of 4 people.

08/90 - 06/94 US Navy, USS Norfolk SSN-714

TEAM MANAGER

Operate, Repair, & maintain all electronic monitoring and control equipment for Nuclear Reactor. Provide continuing training for personnel in department on various concepts of nuclear power and safety. Maintained rigorous preventive maintenance schedule for all reactor support equipment. Managed division of eight personnel.

EDUCATION:

10/96 -11/96 Netware 4.1 Administration, Advanced Admin, & Installation, CES Virginia Beach ,VA

10/95 - 10/95 Netware 3.x Administration & Installations, NCTAMS Training Facility

03/93 - 06/93 Electronics Technician Maintenance Supervisor, Charleston, SC

08/88 - 08/90 Naval Nuclear Power Schools, Orlando, FL / Ballston Spa, NY

CLEARANCE:

Security Clearance available upon request.