Derek Hardwick
Systems Engineer
29/04/81
Profile
Experienced IT professional, seeking to combine IT and development work.
Skills
Information Technology
10+ years of experience assisting various organizations with internal IT needs, as well as developing back-end server networks for startups.
Communication
Native English speaker with extensive practical knowledge in writing technical documents, project proposals, and Master's-level research papers. Proficient in Dutch (level C1).
Project Direction
Proven ability to lead and manage a wide variety of IT, business, and scholastic projects in a team environment.
Technical
- Network Design
- Database Administration
- Exchange & Postfix
- Windows Server
(through 2008)
- VMware ESX
- Linux Administration
- Web Services (Apache, IIS)
- VPN & Firewall Systems
(Cisco, Netscreen)
- Desktop Support Strategies
- Windows XP/Vista & Mac
- PBX & VoIP Administration
- Web-Based Applications
(CMS, Wiki, Forums, Blogs)
Experience
Nitinol Devices & Components
Director of IT
Feb 2008 - Sept 2008
Fremont, California
Designed and supervised complete rollout of all-new IT infrastructure after NDC separated from Johnson & Johnson in early 2008, minimizing downtime for the organization. Managed a diverse team of internal and external personal, and coordinated large handoff of services and data over a period of several months. Responsible for all post-transition technology aspects of 150+ person corporation including Windows/Linux server infrastructure, telephone systems, backups, networking systems, security audits, and supervising and assisting with desktop support (100+ workstations and laptops).
Left organization in September '08 to pursue Master's degree at the Universiteit van Amsterdam.
Stand Sure Systems
Network Engineer & Consultant
2007 - 2008
Mountain View, California
Assisted internet startups with design, implementation, and emergency troubleshooting of high-availability, public-facing production environments. Supplied clients with network documentation and network monitoring services. Advised and supported with the maintenance of a broad range of corporate server environments (both Windows & Linux), email services (Exchange, Zimbra, Postini, Rackspace), and VPN solutions.
Unitek Information Systems
Lead Consultant
2000 - 2006
Fremont, California
Provided consulting assistance to numerous clients with Microsoft networks (Exchange, File and Print Services, Directory Services). Acted as senior-level systems administrator for mission-critical web and information servers (Linux/Unix/Windows server environments). Manager of LAN/WAN communications for branch offices and remote (VPN) users, as well as large wireless network installations.
Education
Universiteit van Amsterdam
MSc Political Science, Conflict Resolution & Governance — cum laude
Thesis Title - Cooperation Amongst Care-Providing NGOs and the Forces That Shape It
Dutch Language Coursework, Level Advanced
San Francisco State University
BA International Relations — cum laude
Emphasis in International Conflict & Crisis Management
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
Certified in Server, Workstation, and Networking Essentials
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
Exchange Server, TCP/IP, and Directory Services
Derek Hardwick — derek@derekhardwick.com — +31 64 148 7356
Lootsstraat 32-1 — 1053 NZ Amsterdam — The Netherlands
