Hello! I am Randy Gargotta. I am the Systems Administrator for the First State Bank of Uvalde. I have passion for being a life long learner in my field.
Work Experience
Systems Administrator
First State Bank of Uvalde
IT and Network Ad ministration. Focused on meeting company objectives, and maintaining a reliable, secure infrastructure. Integrating systems for different departments, and improving the overall capabilities of the organization through new systems and technology. Ensuring organization compliance with state and federal regulators.
fsbuvalde.com
Help Desk & NOC Supervisor
Deltra Systems
At Deltra Systems, I quickly became the Help Desk Administrator. While being in charge of a new department, I had the pleasure of developing new training documentation, setting SOPs for my department, and developing a training program for new hires. I also have conducted project management, while also carrying out daily and monthly tasks performing NOC and Help Desk work.
deltrasystems.com
Technician Supervisor
AllGen Computers
At AllGen Computers, I took on additional roles and responsibilities. I managed a team of technicians, setup network infrastructures for large organizations, and developed skills for managing Windows Server and domains. I also completed two certifications during my time at AllGen in order to better educate myself on concepts for my field.
Computer Technician
Computer NERDZ!
My first job, and where I cut my teeth in order to become an IT professional. I worked at both the San Antonio and Austin, TX locations. Here I repaired computers, setup SOHO networks, and developed the skills and foundation to make me an IT professional.
Education/ certifications
High School
James Bowie H.S - Austin, TX
Microsoft Azure AZ-305
Completing this certification is required along with the AZ-104 to attain the Solutions Architect Expert Certification. This certification focuses on designing complex Azure environments with a focus on scalable, secure and dispersed azure workloads.
Microsoft Azure AZ-104
This certification taught me how to manage and design Azure workflows, virtual networks, virtual machines, security options and more. It will also train me on concepts to move on-premise work loads to the cloud.
CompTIA Security+ CE
This certification gave me a security focused mindset, and helped me learn a myriad of security best practices and technologies.
CompTIA Network+ CE
This certification reinforced my knowledge and trained me on best practices for networking.
Skills
Help Desk
Windows Server; Active Directory
Microsoft Azure
Contact Info
Hobbies
In my free time, I enjoy using my home lab to learn new concepts and to stay fresh. I also enjoy hiking, building DIY projects for my home, and working on computers.