ABOUT ME

Hi, I'm Devin McKinney. A Network Administrator for the U.S. Army with over 7 years of active duty experience. Proficient at managing and maintaining networks, troubleshooting issues, and implementing efficient solutions. A team player and skilled communicator with an aptitude for learning. Passionate about personal and professional development. A fast learner committed to achieving organizational goals. Seeking new challenges to grow and contribute my expertise to a new high-performing team. Ask for my full resume for a more detailed list of my skills and proficiencies.

Azure Resume Architecture

I developed this project as part of the A Cloud Guru Azure Resume Challenge. I utilized Visual Studio Code with the Azure Tools extension pack and built it using .NET 8.0 LTS with an in-process model and the necessary NuGet packages. The core of the solution is hosted in Azure Blob Storage, which contains the static website for the resume. The website is built with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, with JavaScript implementing a visitor counter. This counter not only displays visitor information but also makes API calls and integrates with an Azure Function. The Azure Function interacts with Azure CosmosDB to store visitor counter data. Additionally, Azure CDN is used to enable features like HTTPS and custom domain support for the static site deployed on Azure Blob Storage. GitHub handles all CI/CD tooling, and the backend is developed in C#.

Certifications

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

2020

CompTIA Security+

2022

CopmTIA A+

2024

Microsoft AZ-900

2024

Professional Experience

U.S. Army

Sr Network Administrator• May 2023 - Present

  • Configured and managed LAN and WAN technologies, ensuring 99.9% network uptime.
  • Automated administrative tasks using PowerShell, reducing manual workload by 40%.
  • IMonitored networks during critical missions, maintaining 100% mission readiness.
  • Delivered technical support, resolving 95% of helpdesk inquiries within 24 hours.
  • Implemented security protocols, maintaining zero security breach incidents.
  • Managed server updates, patches, and backups with SolarWinds, ensuring system integrity and zero data loss incidents.t
  • Documented and managed company assets, ensuring accurate tracking of 2,000+ assets.

    • U.S. Army

    Network Administrator • November 2020 - May 2023

  • Configured and managed network devices, ensuring timely execution of NATO support exercises.
  • Managed network transmission capabilities, minimizing operational downtime.
  • Optimized VMware environments, enhancing system efficiency.
  • Proficiently resolved network and satellite communications issues, maintaining mission success
  • Developed quick reference guides, boosting team efficiency and reducing troubleshooting time by 20%.
  • Managed a team of 50 network and satellite communications operators, ensuring 100% mission readiness.

    • U.S. Army

    Jr Network Systems Administrator • May 2017 - November 2020

  • Managed a Joint Nodal Network Node Team during overseas deployment to Iraq, coordinating efforts to ensure mission-critical network operations.
  • Automated software updates deployment with PowerShell, reducing downtime by 50%.
  • Operated and maintained LAN and WAN technologies, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
  • Utilized SolarWinds for proactive network monitoring and management.
  • Deployed and configured hardware for Air Force and NATO Allies, enhancing interoperability and mission success.