Pascal Baumeler

Experience

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  York County, Virginia

  Jan 2012 - now

  • Develop and implement strategic IT plans to ensure scalability, security, and reliability of York County's IT infrastructure• Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of IT systems, including VMware virtualized environments, Cisco network solutions, with a mixture of Windows, Linux, and Unix servers, ensuring high availability and performance.• Drive cybersecurity efforts by implementing software such as AI-driven CrowdStrike XDR, for endpoint protection and advanced threat detection, and integrate Log360 SIEM for real-time security monitoring • Manage and mentor a team of IT professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, growth• Negotiate and manage contracts with third-party vendors, including Cisco and VMware, to ensure cost-effective and high-quality IT solutions.• Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans leveraging storage solutions to ensure minimal downtime and continuity of critical services.• Plan and manage the IT infrastructure budget, optimizing resources for critical areas such as storage, network upgrades, and cybersecurity solutions.• Spearhead modernization efforts by adopting cloud technologies, and transitioning to Microsoft O365 to enhance operational efficiency, streamline workflows, and ensure secure, scalable solutions across departments.• Collaborate with county leadership and departments to align IT initiatives with organizational goals, ensuring that IT investments support long-term objectives. Show less • Led the design and implementation of scalable IT infrastructure for a 1500+ node network, ensuring high availability, performance, and security across all systems.• Lead infrastructure projects, including server migrations and data center consolidations, meeting project deadlines and budget requirements.• Automated system administration tasks and patch management using PowerShell, Batch scripts, and configuration management tools, reducing manual intervention and improving operational efficiency.• Led the deployment and management of Exchange, IIS, Active Directory, DNS, SQL, and other critical systems, ensuring seamless integration and minimal downtime.• Designed and executed backup strategies using Veeam, ensuring data protection and rapid recovery during system failures.• Enhanced network security by implementing solutions from Kaspersky, Symantec, Barracuda, and Cloudflare• Directed the implementation of new security protocols, including multi-factor authentication (MFA) and endpoint protection, reducing security risks across the organization.• Managed vendor relationships and coordinated with third-party service providers to ensure optimal service delivery for hardware, software, and network solutions.• Mentored and led a team of systems administrators, providing guidance on technical issues and fostering professional development.• Utilized PRTG, Scrutinizer, and other monitoring tools to proactively identify and resolve network performance issues, ensuring system uptime. Show less • Designed and maintained IT infrastructure for a 1500+ node network, ensuring high availability and performance.• Managed and Optimized VMware, Windows Server 2016/2019, IIS, Exchange, and Linux/Unix systems, ensuring efficient resource allocation and disaster recovery capabilities• Automated system administration tasks using PowerShell, Batch scripts, and configuration management tools, reducing manual intervention and improving operational efficiency.• Designed and executed backup and disaster recovery strategies using Veeam, ensuring data protection and rapid recovery during system failures.• Designed and managed various storage solutions with Synology, TrueNAS, HP, Tintri, Dell , NetApp• Utilized PDQ,WDS,WSUS,GP,MDT for software deployment and patch management• Supported MDM management with AirWatch and ensured secure mobile device usage.• Leverage PRTG, Scrutinizer, and Wireshark, along with other network monitoring and analysis tools to proactively identify and resolve network issues, ensuring system maximum uptime.• Configured Cloudflare for enhanced security and optimized network services Show less • Supported the County’s wide area network by managing software installations, system upgrades, and patching.• Maintained data integrity and optimized system performance through proactive monitoring and configuration management.• Installed, configured, and troubleshot hardware and software, ensuring seamless IT operations.• Administered Active Directory and Group Policy to streamline user access and system policies.• Deployed and supported PCs, mobile devices, and network equipment to meet organizational needs.• Monitored systems for security threats and maintained compliance with update and anti-virus protocols.• Provided on-call support to ensure system reliability and user satisfaction. Show less

  • Chief of IT Infrastructure

    Aug 2020 - now

  • Systems Administrator III

    Apr 2020 - Aug 2020

  • System Administrator II

    Jun 2016 - Apr 2020

  • System Administrator I

    Jul 2015 - Jun 2016

  • Computer Support Specialist

    Feb 2013 - Jun 2015

  • Computer Support Technician

    Jan 2012 - Feb 2013