Christian Kotab
Sturgis
Summary
IT specialist with over 6 years of experience in the education environment. Knowledgeable in tech integration, student information systems, curriculum applications, mobile device management, network and server administration, and user account management. Proficient in planning and implementing enterprise solutions to meet the needs of staff, while providing a safe and productive environment for students.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Systems Administrator-3yr/Computer Tech-3yr
Meade School District 46-1
01.2019 - Current
- End-User support for Windows, MacOS, iOS
- Multi-site network infrastructure and wifi configuration
- Network monitoring and security
- Active Directory
- Windows Server/Linux Virtual Machines
- Data and Server backup
- Printing systems
- Mobile Device Management (Mosyle)
- User account maintenance for 3500 users
- Infinite Campus (SIS)
- Inventory and helpdesk management
- Content filter administration
- Cybersecurity and data privacy compliance (FERPA, COPPA, CIPA)
- VOIP phone systems
- Surveillance and Access Control
- Project and purchase planning
- Training of end-users and technical staff
Poker Dealer/Supervisor
Cadillac Jack’s Hotel and Casino
01.2007 - 01.2019
- Running poker games and tournaments
- Creating and maintaining accounting spreadsheets
- Training staff and teaching players
- Enforcing SD Gaming Commission regulations
- Handling money
- Preparing tax paperwork
Education
Associate Degree - Computer Science-IT Specialist
Western Dakota Technical Institute
Rapid City, SD05-2018
High School -
Sturgis Brown High School
Sturgis, SD05-2000
Skills
- IT & Computer Systems Support
- Troubleshooting and Repair
- Tech Integration
- Student Information Systems
- Classroom management solutions
- Curriculum platforms
- User Training
- Staff Management
- IT Policies and Procedures
- Local Area Networks
- Routing & Switching
- Active Directory - File shares, data security, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP
- Virtualization - Server management
- VOIP phone systems
- Printing Systems
- Remote Access solutions
- User account management
- Audio/Video recording and presentation
Other experience
- Over 20 years experience serving as the Tech Director at Grace Lutheran Church in Sturgis, SD. Duties include procuring, operating, and maintaining pro-audio/video equipment and PCs for the church offices and media presentation system, installing/updating software and hardware, networking, website updates, and training employees and volunteers.
- Designed, maintained, and run live sound systems for 25 years in theaters and churches
Timeline
IT Systems Administrator-3yr/Computer Tech-3yr
Meade School District 46-1
01.2019 - Current
Poker Dealer/Supervisor
Cadillac Jack’s Hotel and Casino
01.2007 - 01.2019
Associate Degree - Computer Science-IT Specialist
Western Dakota Technical Institute
High School -
Sturgis Brown High School
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