Brian S.

Experience

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  Friends University

  Jan 1993 - Jan 1998

  Director of Technical Services
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  Schlumberger

  Jan 1998 - Jan 1999

  Network Administrator
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  The Triple-I Corporation

  Apr 1999 - Jan 2000

  Systems Engineer
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  Housby Mack & Isuzu

  Feb 2000 - Jul 2010

  I.T. Manager

  Provided all levels of IT support for the entire organization including multiple remote locations. Responsible for Multi-platform server management including backup, restoration, adding/replacing hardware, and preventative maintenance. Accomplished all maintenance on Cisco Unified CallManager VoIP phone system including programming, add/moves/changes and automated attendant. Supported TCPIP based enterprise systems including switches, routers and perimeter security devices. Maintained and supported VPN remote access for management and sales staff. Provided accounting with needed information to develop the department’s yearly budget. Designed and implemented a company website including a web based vehicle inventory system using MS SQL Server as a backend database. Successfully designed and migrated an existing NT domain to Active Directory to include a simultaneous Exchange platform upgrade. Implemented and maintain Barracuda Spam Firewall. Successfully rolled out and maintained a group of 20+ Blackberrys for management and sales giving them secure remote access to Outlook data including email, calendars, and contacts. This included all support for Blackberry Enterprise Server (BES). Show less

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  Ntegra Solutions

  Jan 2009 - now

  Owner/Network and System Administration Consultant

  Consultant – Specializing in network and system administration including technology strategy development, design, and implementation.

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  Elijah Ltd.

  Jul 2010 - Jan 2017

  Director of Information Technology

  Plan, coordinate, direct, and design all operational activities of the IT department, as well as provide direction and support for IT solutions that enhance mission critical business operations. Work closely with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost effective technology solutions for all aspects of the company.

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  Brian Stockton Photography

  Jul 2014 - now

  Owner/Photographer

  Freelance photographer working to capture and edit high-quality, creative images for clients specializing in corporate events, entertainment and portraits. Prepare images for print and web, then catalog, archive and deliver to client on a deadline. Attend meetings with clients to estimate costs and develop a budget. Logistics of planning and scouting for shoot locations. Build relationships and consult with clients during pre and post production to meet their needs. Responsible for setups on lighting systems, camera, props, and backgrounds for studio and location photoshoots. Manage bookkeeping, sales, marketing, purchasing, training and hiring. Volunteering time and licensed images with several local nonprofit organizations as an event photographer. Show less

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  AEROGRAPHS.NET

  Jun 2018 - now

  Owner/Pilot

  FAA Certified Remote (UAV/Drone) Pilot and Camera Operator.Capturing images of homes, cottages, businesses, construction sites, farms, crops, churches, and much more. Because of the attributes and advantages associated with unmanned aerial vehicles, I provide a valuable, cost-effective service to everyone, including realtors, home builders, farmers, and many home owners who would just love to have an aerial photo of their home in their living room.

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  Iowa Speedway

  Jun 2018 - now

  Track Photographer

  Photograph all marketing events for race weekends, concerts, and special events.

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  Veenstra & Kimm, Inc.

  May 2019 - now

  • System Security Architect

    Jun 2024 - now

  • Network Administrator

    May 2019 - Jun 2024