Brent Sweeney
Trafalgar,IN
Summary
Results-oriented IT expert with over 8 years of experience in infrastructure management, systems operations, and leadership in enterprise and military environments. Proven track record of managing IT staff, overseeing major infrastructure projects, and optimizing systems performance and security. Skilled in Fortinet firewall, Active Directory, PowerShell automation, and network operations. Recognized for mentoring teams, troubleshooting complex technical issues, and delivering reliable IT services in high-pressure settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Support Engineer
Toyota Material Handling
12.2022 - Current
- Administer and maintain Windows Server infrastructure, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy across a multi-site enterprise
- Configure and manage Fortinet firewalls, VPN tunnels, and VLAN segmentation to enforce secure network access and perimeter defense
- Deploy and manage endpoints and servers using NinjaOne RMM and PowerShell automation to streamline patching, asset management, and remote support
- Monitor system health and availability across on-prem and cloud environments; respond to performance and security alerts, ensuring 99.9% uptime
- Perform user provisioning, access control, and group membership management in Active Directory and Microsoft 365
- Lead infrastructure initiatives including server migrations, backup strategy improvements, and secure decommissioning of legacy systems
- Act as Tier 3 escalation point for complex incidents related to authentication failures, system performance, and firewall rules
- Document infrastructure configurations, disaster recovery plans, and internal SOPs using network diagrams and versioned knowledge base articles
IT Specialist
U.S. Army
05.2017 - 12.2022
- Supervised a team of IT personnel in daily operations, ensuring system integrity, uptime, and adherence to strict security protocols.
- Managed enterprise network infrastructure, monitoring real-time activity, resolving performance bottlenecks, and enforcing access control measures.
- Led the implementation of backup and disaster recovery procedures, securing critical data against potential threats or system failures.
- Oversaw configuration, maintenance, and updates of hardware and software systems in line with DoD compliance standards.
- Provided technical mentorship and training to junior specialists on troubleshooting, helpdesk protocols, and secure operations.
- Maintained highly-sensitive systems and data with a strong focus on information assurance, confidentiality, and mission support.
- Planned and prioritized work assignments for systems, networking, and helpdesk personnel.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN10-2025
Skills
- Active Directory
- Windows Server
- PowerShell
- Fortinet Firewalls
- NinjaOne RMM
- Systems Administration
- Incident Management
- IT Project Coordination
Timeline
IT Support Engineer
Toyota Material Handling
12.2022 - Current
IT Specialist
U.S. Army
05.2017 - 12.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology
Purdue University Global
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