1. Benjamin Bartell
8024 Panther Creek Road, Christiana, TN 37037
615-653-7469 benjaminbartell@gmail.com
Information Technology Specialist – Systems Administrator
Insightful, results-driven IT professional with notable success in a broad range of corporate and legal IT
systems and solutions including researching, planning, analyzing, and managing those solutions in
support of business objectives. Looking for a position that will allow me to participate in the success and
growth of the company while further developing my skills in a great work environment. Hands-on
experience leading all stages of system development efforts, testing, implementation, and support.
Outstanding communication skills, adept at clearly explaining technical subject matter to business users
and helping personnel through technical issues.
Areas of Expertise
Network and Systems Security Data Integrity / Disaster Recovery
Budget Planning / Cost Analysis Risk Assessment / Impact Analysis
Research and Development Team and Project Leadership
Policy Planning / Implementation Infrastructure Design and Development
Server and Application Management Desktop Management and Support
Technical Proficiencies
Platforms / OS: Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7/10, Microsoft Server 2003/2008/2012, Novell
Netware
Server Applications: Microsoft Exchange 2007/2010, iManage DMS, Juris Suite, Blackberry
Enterprise, Email Archiving (Mimecast), Backup and Data Recovery, SAN
Management, Novell GroupWise, VMWare, Equitrac, Avaya, Nortel, Mitel VOIP,
Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, IIS, Print Services
Tools and
Applications:
Microsoft Office Suite, Word Perfect Office Suite, Ghost and Acronis Imaging,
Juniper and Meraki firewall, AccessIT Security, eCopy Desktop Suite, Norton /
Sophos / Kaspersky Anti-virus, DeskSite / FileSite, WorkShare Professional,
Citrix
Professional Experience
H3GM, Nashville, Tennessee 1997 - Present
Network Administrator, 1997 – 2008
Joined H3GM in a new position to provide assistance to the System Manager for an existing enterprise
network. Responsibilities included user support for all software applications and hardware needs, new
hardware provisions, data backup, and telephony management.
IT Director, 2008 – Present
Promoted to current position of IT Director in July 2008. Responsible for all aspects of the data and voice
systems including security, data integrity and availability, network services, printers, desktops,
telephones, and all other equipment used in the firm. Other responsibilities include research and
development, full IT budget planning and cost analysis, design and implementation of hardware and
software solutions, and influence policy, procedure, and practices for the use of the firm resources.
Key Achievements:
 Migrated Novell network to Microsoft network including GroupWise to Exchange/Outlook
 Converted Avaya/Nortel PBX Option 61C telephone system to Mitel VOIP system
 Developed and Implemented Network security protocols and Disaster Recovery Plan
 Managed firm relocation project, including all wiring, infrastructure, and equipment transfer
 Successfully reduced overall IT budget by nearly 50% while maintaining expected system
reliability