Pete DiBernardo

Lead Network Operations, Systems Administration, Cybersecurity, and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) technology teams supporting countywide enterprise services. Key Responsibilities • Manage strategic planning, budgeting, procurement, and lifecycle management for enterprise infrastructure and cybersecurity technologies. • Direct enterprise networking, systems administration, and security operations supporting county services and public safety initiatives. • Collaborate with executive leadership, public safety stakeholders, and department heads to align technology initiatives with operational objectives. • Lead infrastructure modernization projects focused on resiliency, scalability, and cybersecurity. Key Accomplishments • Directed implementation of Forescout Network Access Control (NAC) to improve endpoint visibility and compliance enforcement. • Led migration from Cisco ASA VPN infrastructure to Juniper SRX solutions utilizing SAML-based authentication. • Managed countywide network modernization initiative replacing legacy switching infrastructure with Juniper EX architecture. • Designed and implemented active/passive disaster recovery environment to strengthen business continuity capabilities. • Directed separation of EMS technology infrastructure into an independent operational environment. • Oversaw NetApp storage modernization initiative that significantly expanded enterprise storage capacity. • Led migration of enterprise DNS services from Akamai to Cloudflare. • Managed Comcast SD-WAN deployment connecting critical county facilities. • Directed modernization of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and RADIUS services. • Partnered with cybersecurity personnel to implement NIST 800-53 aligned security controls and governance practices. • Managed critical data center infrastructure improvements including UPS and generator modernization projects.

Provide executive leadership for a nonprofit youth sports organization serving more than 1,200 members. • Direct strategic planning, budgeting, financial oversight, and organizational growth initiatives. • Lead and manage a staff of over 25 directors, coaches, and administrative personnel. • Develop operational policies, procedures, and governance practices. • Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and procurement activities. • Serve as primary liaison with municipal government agencies and community stakeholders. Key Accomplishments • Implemented financial controls and accounting best practices. • Led deployment of online registration and payment processing systems. • Streamlined competitive program payment structures to improve participation and affordability. • Developed operational procedures that improved efficiency and member satisfaction.

Instructional Computing Technician • Managed technology projects, infrastructure deployments, and campus technology upgrades. • Administered and supported enterprise endpoint environments including Windows, macOS, laptops, and mobile devices. • Managed server licensing and infrastructure supporting CAD, engineering, and digital media programs. • Delivered advanced technical support for faculty, staff, and students across multiple campuses. • Coordinated classroom technology refresh initiatives and equipment deployments. • Led technology installation and upgrade projects at the Pruitt Campus.

* Supported Windows and Linux server infrastructure in Citrix XenServer virtual environments. • Managed enterprise backup and disaster recovery operations. • Provided technical support for distributed offices and remote users. • Implemented infrastructure improvements including virtualization, centralized authentication, and patch management solutions.

• Responsible for developing and implementing data security systems that provide detection, prevention and containment and deterrence mechanisms to protect and maintain the integrity of data files throughout the school district. • Responsible for installation, support and maintenance of District firewall and VPN appliances • Review and analyze current network environment, security policies and procedures and assist Information Systems staff on modifying them as deemed necessary • Provide security awareness and best practices to staff based upon assessment of network environment to implement throughout the district.. Accomplishments • Migrated existing Symantec SGS 5660 firewall to Juniper SSG550 cluster to resolve district wide network/internet latency issues. • Installed and configured two authoritative DNS servers for the district on RHEL 5 servers running BIND. • Upgraded existing Symantec SGS 5460 firewall to two new Symantec SGS 5660 firewalls in HA/LB mode. • Tested and researched various email SPAM filtering devices before Implementing PineApp’s Mail- Secure SPAM filtering device for district email on an active/active Domino Lotus Notes cluster. • Installed and configured a Juniper SA2000 SSL VPN appliance to replace the existing Windows PPTP server for remote access for staff and vendors.

• Manage and support 65 server MetaFrame XP Farm including the configuration and installation of new servers, troubleshoot and repair all hardware/software issues, OS patches and virus protection updates, and application installs or upgrades. • Ensure existing LAN servers and networking equipment are functioning efficiently under typical and peak load conditions. Coordinate and execute all activities regarding server infrastructure, and day-to-day operations including backup and recovery of production infrastructure. • Manage and monitor LAN/WAN equipment to over 45 remote company branches and outsourced partners. Maintain connectivity over frame relay, T-1, and VPN (DSL) circuits, including design, configuration, and implementation of new WAN sites. • Maintain security measures by monitoring firewall and router traffic logs. • Provide third-level technical support for approximately 1200 end users while resolving any WAN related connectivity, Windows server OS/hardware and Citrix MetaFrame issues. Accomplishments • Upgraded existing 48 Citrix MetaFrame 1.8 servers to Citrix Metaframe XP • Upgrade of the Windows NT 4.0 domain to Windows 2000 with Active Directory • Migration of Exchange 5.5 to Exchange 2003 which resides on an HP MSA1000 SAN • Implemented VPN solution over DSL using Juniper Netscreen 5XTE appliances to take sites off of frame relay to improve cost effectiveness. • Employed two NetScreen 204 firewalls and Radware LinkProofs for load balanced redundant T-1 Internet connectivity to replace the previous CheckPoint firewall.

• Responsible for installation, upgrade and support of multiple Novell Netware 4.x, Windows 2000, Windows NT 4.0 and Red Hat 6.x and 7.x Linux servers. • Involved in the design and implementation of company Internet and Intranet website. • Provided technical support to approximately three hundred and fifty end-users on networking, software application and hardware related problems. Accomplishments • Project manager for company’s conversion from Pegasus mail to Microsoft Exchange 2000 involving the migration of Pegasus mailboxes to Exchange, administration of Microsoft Exchange server, creation of user accounts and Microsoft Outlook training to end-users. • Designed and implemented company's Intranet containing company-wide news and updates, online help desk and real-time interactive calendar using PHP and MySQL running on an Apache web server.

• Responsible for the installation and support of Frame Relay connectivity to remote branch locations using Cisco 2500 routers. • Assisted Network Manager in the administration of multiple servers running Novell 4.x & Windows NT 4.0 with approximately four hundred end-users over a Wide Area Network (WAN). • Played major role in PC related technical phone support, as well as the configuration, upgrading, and troubleshooting of new and existing PC's. Accomplishments • Created and maintained network setup and maintenance procedure manuals.