Brian J. Klier

It is my goal to provide accurate and dependable computer, network, and multimedia skills, while presenting a professional and positive attitude in my place of employment.  Meeting these goals will not only help expand and improve my skills in these areas, but will also make it easier for others to learn skills.

Networking
Cisco Routers and Switches; Cisco PIX Firewall; 3Com Switches; 8e6 Content Filters; Barracuda Spam Firewall; LAN and WAN Network Design

Computers and Servers
Windows 95-XP, Windows 7; Novell NetWare 4.11, 6.0; Macintosh; HP Proliant Servers; Altiris Deployment Solution; DeepFreeze; FirstClass E-Mail; Windows Software Update Server (WSUS); JetDirect and central printer management.

Video
Adobe Premiere, Windows Movie Maker, and iMovie Editing Suites; MiniDV Camcorders; IEEE-1394/Firewire; Knowledge of DivX, RealMedia, and Windows Media Codecs; Camera Operation; Leightronics Video Switch and Scheduling for live broadcast

Web Design
HTML, PHP, Active Server Pages, Microsoft Frontpage, Internet Information Server, Adobe Photoshop, Windows Media Encoder

Security
HID Keycard Systems, Badging Printers, Philips DESA Surveillance, Johnson Controls Metasys

Training
Continuing Education In-services and workshops to other Technicians, Professional and Clerical Personnel in all of the above skill areas.

Network Systems Architect
Summer 2000 Rice County Sheriff's Department Rice County, MN

I designed a layout for and implemented a Local Area Network and telephone system for the Rice County Emergency Communications Command Center. This is a mobile 30-foot trailer that is wired for both voice and data, and contains computer, phone, and radio communication systems that Police, Fire, and the Sheriff's Department will use during emergencies and special events.  The trailer was designed with emphasis given on fault-tolerance of the communications systems.  Industry standard connectors and cables were used during the implementation and design phases of the project.  Extra equipment and cable runs are available to attach the trailer to another building's data and phone systems, to provide Internet access and four lines of telephone service to personnel inside the command center.

Administrative Support Technician
1997 – Present Faribault Public Schools Faribault, MN

As a District Technician with network responsibilities, I have enhanced my skill area in several areas. Some of my responsibilities in this position include:

• Troubleshooting and correcting of LAN, WAN, and telecommunications problems on-site throughout the district.
• Providing technical and software support for District administrative data systems, including Infinite Campus.
• Installation and configuration of LAN operating systems, servers, printer, other peripherals, and application software.
• Installing, configuring, and maintaining District Internet, Intranet, e-mail, instructional, management, voice mail, and remote access communications servers.
• Providing training to District secretaries and media specialists on network maintenance, operating systems, and application programs, such as Microsoft Office.
• Implementation and periodic testing of system backup, restore, and recovery procedures for servers, ensuring that data can be recovered in the event of loss.
• Assisting with design, implementation, and management of a 20-server enterprise network.
• Production of a Technology Department electronic newsletter.
• Design and implementation of a live, streaming video-on-demand system using RealMedia and Windows Media technology.  This is used to broadcast live school district events, as well as school district and community news programs.
• Propose strategies for high quality network upgrades using limited funds.

Data Service Intern
1996 - 1997 Faribault Public Schools Faribault, MN

Some of my responsibilities during my internship included working closely with others to troubleshoot computer and network problems, maintaining and uploading web pages to the District web server, converting existing documents into HTML (including the Data Service Department newsletter), plus any other computer support needed.

Diploma in Electronics and Computer Networking
1995 - 1997 South-Central Technical College Faribault, MN

General Education
1995 - 1996 Minnesota State University Mankato, MN
Completed Introduction to Computer Science, Macroeconomics, Business Ethics, and Psychology.

Diploma, with Honors
1994 - 1996 Faribault Senior High School   Faribault, MN

Brainbench Certifications

• Certified MASTER Network Technician
• Certified Cisco Network Support Engineer
• Certified TCP/IP Administrator
• Certified Microsoft Windows 2000 Desktop Administrator
• Certified MASTER Windows NT Workstation Administrator
• Certified Telephone Etiquette Specialist
• Certified MASTER Computer PC Essentials User
• Certified LAN/WAN Communications Specialist
• Certified Novell NetWare 4.11 Administrator
• Certified Microsoft Internet Information Server 4.0 Administrator
• High IT Aptitude Certification
• Certified MASTER Keyboard Typist
• Certified in Written English

I have a few projects that I am working on in my spare time.  Usually these projects are focused on futuristic technology or special-interest.

Home Automation
Contributing Programmer to the MisterHouse Open-Source Home Automation software package.  Wrote code to track remote GPS units with wireless MODEMs (TNCs), in order to find the position of moving vehicles.  The software also provides the ability to remotely control the house (i.e., remotely turn on an Air Conditioner from another house or vehicle, etc.)  For more information, visit http://kliers.net/index.php/projects/69-mhats

MailTalk Voice-based E-Mail Client
Wrote a homebrew E-Mail Client for 386 and above computers with a SoundBlaster card and MODEM, that allows visually-impaired people to have their incoming E-Mail read to them through a text-to-speech interface.  Many pieces of software available are difficult to use without aid of a person with sight.  The focus of this software was to provide an easy-to-use interface to let individuals with little or no sight to communicate with friends and family on the Internet.  For more information, visit http://kliers.net/index.php/projects/81-mailtalk

The following is a list of articles I have had published:

"Home Automation" magazine, July 2001 edition.
Radio Waves; Linking Automation with Amateur Radio
http://kliers.net/index.php/projects/home-automation

Volunteer services include:

Faribault Community Television (FCTV)
I assisted with many production projects, including Lead Camera Operator of "Live-on-Cable TV" High School Football, Wrestling, and Swimming.  I hope to further my skills in videography and video post-production.

Rice County Amateur Radio Emergency Response Team (A.R.E.R.T.)
The A.R.E.R.T. contains a group of Amateur Radio operators that helps local law enforcement (police and fire) with communications during emergencies. Members of A.R.E.R.T. have solid knowledge of the importance of command infrastructure and the role everyone plays in an emergency situation.  I volunteer my communications skills and equipment for community events like the Tree Frog Music Festival.

Rice County Emergency Services
Storm Spotting and advanced warning for Rice County, specifically through the Skywarn program. I assist with dispatch of storm spotters, running net control during storm emergencies, as well as field spotting myself.  Information from our group is sent to the National Weather Service to assist meteorologists when issuing weather warnings, and to local dispatchers to sound emergency alert sirens throughout the county when necessary.

Received the Outstanding Volunteer award for Region 1 (South-Central/South-Eastern Minnesota) from the Association for Minnesota Emergency Managers, Summer 2002.  I was awarded this honor for my work on the Rice County Mobile Command Center, net-control during city emergencies and Skywarn, and other volunteerism for the County.

Received the Golden Web Award from the International Association of Web Masters and Designers for excellence achieved in Web Design, Content and Creativity on the Faribault Public Schools website (http://www.faribault.k12.mn.us), for four straight years, 1999-2000, 2000-2001, 2001-2002, and 2002-2003.

Received a 4 out of 5 star rating from the Southeast Service Cooperative Wonderful Website Award 2001 for the Faribault Public Schools website (http://www.faribault.k12.mn.us). Scores were awarded for functionality, design, content, originality, professionalism, and effectiveness.

Received Certificate of Merit from the Minnesota Schools Public Relations Association for excellence on the Faribault Public Schools website (http://www.faribault.k12.mn.us), 1998.  I was nominated for this award by a Journalism instructor at the Faribault High School.