System Developer at The Reynolds and Reynolds Company
Houston, Texas Area
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- System Developer at The Reynolds and Reynolds Company
- Past
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- Freelance: iPhone Game Developer at Subtle, LLC
- Student Technician at University of Texas at Austin
- General Partner/Accountant/Technician at Computer Systems Repair
- Sales Associate at RadioShack
- Dell Software Technician at Sitel
- PC Builder at Westgate Computers
- Education
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- SANS
- The University of Texas at Austin
- Amarillo College
- Amarillo
- Amarillo Area Center for Advanced Learning
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Joshua Rieken’s Summary
While working at UT Austin, I acquired quite a bit of experience managing Mac OS X and Windows servers and systems.
In my free time, I like to experiment with different operating systems, both Unix- and Windows-based. Reading lots of books and articles to enhance my knowledge of systems and network administration, as well as digital security, helps me to stay up-to-date. Also, I built a personal computer lab where I test and experiment with different technologies and techniques.
I'm interested in different operating systems, programming languages and networking technologies. I also enjoy obtaining industry-recognized certifications to enhance and showcase my knowledge.
Please see my web site (linked to below) for my reading lists and additional information about me.
Joshua Rieken’s Specialties:
- Mac OS X client and server, Windows XP/Vista/2003 and Ubuntu/Fedora/CentOS Linux administration
- PC and Mac support and repair
- Security
- Programming
Joshua Rieken’s Experience
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System Developer
The Reynolds and Reynolds Company
(Privately Held; REY; Computer Software industry)
January 2009 — Present (11 months)
- Develops software solutions for R&R and its clients.
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Freelance: iPhone Game Developer
Subtle, LLC
(Entertainment industry)
October 2008 — January 2009 (4 months)
- Conceptualize and develop high-quality games for the iPhone using Unity 3D.
- Script complex game elements with JavaScript.
- Administer remote hosts via SSH, SFTP, and HTTP to store development data.
- Install, configure, and utilize web-based collaboration and development tools such as Google Apps, Trac, and Subversion. -
Student Technician
University of Texas at Austin
(Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)
September 2006 — July 2008 (1 year 11 months)
- Provided desktop and server support and various services (backup, mail, print, directory, and file sharing on Mac OS X server) for 100+ customers on Mac OS X and Windows XP machines in a three-person team environment.
- Trained customers to use Mac OS X, Windows XP, MS Office, and office-grade HP and Canon printers.
- Managed an inventory of hundreds of computers, peripherals, and cabling.
- Documented fixes, bugs, and other findings. -
General Partner/Accountant/Technician
Computer Systems Repair
(Information Technology and Services industry)
July 2005 — December 2005 (6 months)
- Specialized in enhancing security of Windows XP machines (malware elimination and prevention, system and application hardening, router and firewall configuration).
- Serviced Windows XP machines on-site and in the workshop for customers in the Amarillo area. -
Sales Associate
RadioShack
(Public Company; RSH; Retail industry)
November 2004 — February 2005 (4 months)
- Determined and matched customer needs with technology products.
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Dell Software Technician
Sitel
(Privately Held; SWW; Outsourcing/Offshoring industry)
February 2004 — June 2004 (5 months)
- Provided phone support for Windows XP, Microsoft Office XP, and McAfee and Norton products.
- Achieved a top spot on an internal company list of technicians with a high QA score. -
PC Builder
Westgate Computers
(Information Technology and Services industry)
November 2002 — December 2002 (2 months)
- Assembled hundreds of Windows XP PCs for customers. Loaded and configured software with MS OEM System Builder.
Joshua Rieken’s Education
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SANS
SEC-401 Security Essentials Boot Camp 2008 — 2008
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The University of Texas at Austin
B.A. , Philosophy, Government , 2006 — 2008
- Activities and Societies:
- Honors
Phi Beta Kappa
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Amarillo College
A.S. , Business Administration , 2003 — 2005
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Amarillo
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Amarillo Area Center for Advanced Learning
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Joshua Rieken’s Interests:
digital security, game development, video games, board games, reading, working out, spending as much time as possible with friends and family
Joshua Rieken’s Groups:
CompTIA A+ and Network+ certified, GSEC certified (score of 94/100)
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Joshua Rieken’s Contact Settings
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