Edwin Matias
DataCenter Infrastructure Team Lead
Imus Cavite
Summary
Organized Team Leader builds positive rapport, inspire trust and guide teams toward achievement of organizational goals. Strong facilitator adept at working cross-departmentally with co-management and top-level leadership. Excellent trainer and mentor.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
DataCenter Infrastructure Team Lead
Continental Automotive Services Philippines Inc.
Manila
2022.11 - Current
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Influenced positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.
- Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
- Conducted regular progress reviews with individual team members to identify areas for improvement and provide guidance on career development opportunities.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Directed and supervised team of 10 engaged in DataCenter Infrastructure Operations and Project related tasks
Chief Infrastructure Consultant
Continental Temic Inc
Manila
4 2011 - Current
- Assigned as Senior Infrastructure Consultant for Global Infrastructure support MES/ Camline System
- Key activities and responsibilities include Supporting Global Infrastructure Server Support, Providing technical support NetApp Filer, Provides SLES 11 Operating System Support, Provides Oracle Database RAC Support, Supporting VMWare Vsphere infrastructure on HP Blade Infrastructure, Supporting Oracle 11G Database Support for MES/Camline System, Providing Project implementation for MES/Camline Projects globally, Handles Change Management on all server infrastructure.
- Improved infrastructure efficiency by identifying bottlenecks and implementing strategic solutions.
- Evaluated emerging technologies for potential incorporation into existing systems, enhancing capabilities as needed.
- Provided technical expertise in the design and implementation of scalable infrastructure solutions for complex environments.
- Mentored junior team members in best practices for managing IT infrastructure projects while fostering an environment of continuous learning and growth
Systems Administrator
Merck Sharp and Dohme
Manila
2006.03 - 2011.03
- Assigned as Senior Systems Administrator for System and Server Group for Asia Pacific Region, and handles 12 x 2 Global Infrastructure support for Hardware/Operating system
- Key activities and responsibilities include Supporting Global Infrastructure Server Support on a 12 x 2 scenario, Providing technical support on Windows NT, 2000, 2003, Supporting VMWare ESX 3.X/ Virtual Center 2.X Infastructure / Guest OS, Part of the Critical Response Team handling Hardware and Operating System Platforms (12 x 2 Support Structure), Providing support in System Provisioning/ OS Patching using BladeLogic, Provides technical support of Operation for Asiapacific region, Handles Change Management on all server infrastructure.
- Improved system performance by implementing server upgrades and hardware replacements
- Proactively identified areas for improvement in the IT infrastructure, recommending appropriate technology solutions to boost productivity and performance levels
- Managed vendor relationships effectively to ensure timely delivery of hardware/software products while staying within budget constraints
- Maintained strong working relationships with cross-functional teams, collaborating on joint initiatives that supported organizational goals
Senior Systems Administrator
Amkor Technology Philippines
Manila
2003.07 - 2006.03
- Assigned as Senior Systems Administrator for the Systems and Server Group of Amkor Technology - Philippines, which handles IT Operations, from Managing, Leading and providing technical support for the group
- Key activities and responsibilities include Managing and Leading the day to day Operations of Server and System Group, Providing technical support on Solaris, Windows NT, 2000, 2003, Implemented Windows 2003 Active Directory on Amkor Technology Philippines, Part of the team to migrate ATP Notes users from Lotus Notes version 4 to Lotus Notes version 6.5, Part of the team implemented 4 Node Clustering on Lotus Notes Mail Servers, Providing Project Management on some Business driven projects of the Company, Redirection of Outgoing Notes SMTP to Local Internet Services using Lotus Notes 6.5 running on Solaris 9, Domino R6.5 Migration ( using 4 Node Microsoft Clustering, NetApps FAS270, Veritas Netbackup/ Storagetek Tape Library), Providing support in policies and procedure documentation in preparation for External audit, in compliance to Sarbanes-Oxley, Implemented / customized Hobbit Monitoring Tool running on Redhat linux to monitor, manage servers running on Microsoft Operating Systems, Linux, Solaris, System provides alert monitoring using email, Historical Data are provided using LARRD graphs.
Section-Head
BAYANTEL INC
Quezon City
2003.02 - 2004.05
- Assigned as SectionHead for the Network and System Group of Bayantel Inc, which handles IT Operations, from Managing, Leading and providing technical support for the group
- Key activities and responsibilities include Managing and Leading the day to day Operations of Network and System Group, Providing technical support, Providing Project Management on some Business driven projects of the Company, Part of the team which migrated BTI Lotus Notes Users to MS Exchange Server 2000.
- Established effective communication channels between departments, promoting collaboration and information sharing
IT Specialist
SKYCABLENET
Quezon City
2002.01 - 2002.12
- Edwin is assigned in IT Operations, System and Network Administration of SkyCablenet’s IT resources
- Key activities and responsibilities include Provides Technical Support on Sun Solaris, Linux, Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 Operating Systems, Provides Networking Support, Conduct feasibility studies and proposal for future IT needs of the company, General Administrative Tasks Performed System patches and packages, Solaris crash dump analysis, Kernel tuning, disk and file system installation, User account setup, local network administration (/etc/hosts, resolv.conf, /etc/services, /etc/inetd.conf, etc.), Maintain and troubleshoot printers, print queues, network monitoring using Big Brother, NFS, SSH, etc.,
IT Specialist
WESERV SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL
Makati City
1997.07 - 2000.08
- Employed by Werserv International to provided expertise and support to Fujitsu Teamservers locally and in Asia-Pacific region
- Primary focus was designing and implementing network / systems management solutions using Unicenter TNG
- Solutions that have employed includes network and systems management for local clients of Computer Associates
- Served as primary Windows NT support within Fujitsu Philippines and for local clients of Fujitsu Philippines
- Other Responsibilities Includes: Project implementation of Enterprise Systems Management Solution from Computer Associates, Perform Project Management task, assisting the Project Manager, from Requirement Analysis, Project Implementation, and Software Testing, Responsible for resolving Windows NT and network connectivity issues, and he performed basic NT domain administrative functions, Responsible in 2nd Level support, Supporting Fujitsu Sparc Based and Intel-Based Servers, running Sun Solaris Operating System version 2.6, Perform Windows NT 4.0, Networking Essentials, and Unicenter TNG Basic and Adanced User Training internally within Weserv Systems International and on Local Clients of Computer Associates, Provided Implementation Services for Computer Associates clients: Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR, Philippines), International Exchange Bank (IEBank, Philippines), International Container Terminal Incorporated (ICTSI, Philippines).
Systems Engineer
MicrocircuitsvSystems International
Makati City
1994.02 - 1997.06
- Responsibilities included pre-sales consulting, technical implementation, and operational training
- Much of my work was with Compaq and Datamini PC’s and servers, Genius LAN products hardware, HP printers, Calcomp Plotters, Hayes modems and supporting Microsoft software
- My primary focus was re-sale and post-sale support for the company products.
- Improved system performance by identifying and resolving technical issues in a timely manner
- Managed installation, upgrade and deployment projects and provided on-site direction for network engineers
Education
Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering -
Wesleyan University- Philippines
Cabanatuan City , Nueva Ecija 1986.01 - 1991.04
Skills
Certification
SAFE
Timeline
DataCenter Infrastructure Team Lead
Continental Automotive Services Philippines Inc.
2022.11 - Current
Systems Administrator
Merck Sharp and Dohme
2006.03 - 2011.03
Senior Systems Administrator
Amkor Technology Philippines
2003.07 - 2006.03
Section-Head
BAYANTEL INC
2003.02 - 2004.05
IT Specialist
SKYCABLENET
2002.01 - 2002.12
IT Specialist
WESERV SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL
1997.07 - 2000.08
Systems Engineer
MicrocircuitsvSystems International
1994.02 - 1997.06
Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering -
Wesleyan University- Philippines
1986.01 - 1991.04
Chief Infrastructure Consultant
Continental Temic Inc
4 2011 - Current
SAFE
AWS Cloud Practitioner
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