IT Manager Systems Engineer Network Administrator Cybersecurity JAMF AWS OKTA Cisco Linux macOS Windows Project Management NIST Google Cloud Python Bash Active Directory SAN NAS DAS Storage SIEM Automation Scripting Terraform Ansible JAMF Pro Intune MDM Confluence Jira Service Desk API Integration Cloud Services Azure Container orchestration DevOps Infrastructure Management Vendor Management Team Leadership Cost Optimization Security Compliance NIST 800-171 NIST 800-53 Incident Response Disaster Recovery Business Continuity Meraki Arista Palo Alto Networks CrowdStrike Sophos

Manny Contreras

Senior IT Professional | Systems Engineer | IT Manager | Technology Consultant

Open to Work IT Leadership Systems Architecture Security Compliance

Professional Summary

🎯 Systems Implementation

Expert in enterprise-level systems deployment, network administration, and infrastructure management

📋 Project Management

Proven track record delivering complex IT projects on time and within budget across multiple industries

🔒 Cybersecurity

Extensive experience with NIST frameworks, security audits, and compliance requirements for major studios

👥 Team Leadership

Successfully led IT teams and managed global operations across multiple international offices

About Me

Results-oriented IT professional with over a decade of hands-on experience in systems implementation, network administration, and cybersecurity. Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget while driving business success through innovative technology solutions.

Seeking a challenging mid to senior IT position where I can leverage my skills and experience to make a positive impact throughout the organization by leading teams effectively or being a hands-on professional.

Core Competencies:

  • Enterprise Infrastructure Management
  • Multi-platform Environment Administration (macOS, Windows, Linux)
  • Cloud Services Integration (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure)
  • Security Framework Implementation (NIST 800-171, 800-53)
  • Automation & Scripting (Python, Bash, APIs)
  • Vendor Management & Contract Negotiation
  • International Team Leadership

Technical Expertise

Infrastructure & Hardware

Servers SAN/NAS/DAS Storage Active Directory Domain Policy Network Segmentation

Operating Systems

macOS Administration Windows Server Linux Systems Configuration Management Large-scale Deployment

Automation & Development

Python Scripting Bash Scripting API Integration Terraform Ansible Data Orchestration

Networking Technologies

Cisco Equipment Meraki Arista Networks Palo Alto Firewalls LAN/WAN Management

Cloud Platforms

AWS Google Cloud Microsoft Azure Google Workspace Office 365

Security & Compliance

NIST 800-171 NIST 800-53 CrowdStrike SIEM Tools Security Audits

Management Tools

JAMF Pro Microsoft Intune OKTA Jira Service Desk Confluence

Media & Production

SNS EVO AVID Adobe Creative Suite DaVinci Resolve Media Asset Management

Professional Experience

Sr IT Solutions Engineer
Self Employed / Contractor
Los Angeles, California
Oct 2023 - Present
  • Managed and monitored comprehensive IT infrastructure including LANs, WANs, network segments, intranets, and data communication systems
  • Enhanced post-production equipment for clients including Robeson Parks and QCODE Media, implementing industry best practices with 24/7 support
  • Performed daily system monitoring across Linux servers, SAN servers, macOS and Windows environments
  • Ensured highest security levels through NIST 800-171 and NIST 800-53 frameworks, completing security audits with Disney and Apple
  • Created comprehensive documentation for system and network configurations and mapping
  • Managed enterprise services including Google Workspace, email servers, SNS EVO, AVID, Adobe Creative Suite, Office 365, and DaVinci Resolve
Sr Manager of Post Technology
Tastemade
Santa Monica, California
Aug 2023 - Oct 2023
  • Developed innovative workflows enhancing security compliance while supporting 60+ editors' post-production infrastructure
  • Orchestrated global operations across international offices in Argentina, Brazil, UK, and Japan
  • Managed equipment domestically and internationally, overseeing upgrades and security vulnerability remediation
  • Led strategic JAMF deployments aligning IT initiatives with business goals
  • Administered petabytes of data using four-tiered strategy with Cisco, Arista Network, and Palo Alto Networks
Senior IT Manager
Crooked Media
Los Angeles, California
Jan 2023 - Sep 2023
  • Project managed strategic technology operations including systems implementation and data engineering in mixed PC/Mac environment
  • Upgraded network hardware to align with business objectives and performance requirements
  • Collaborated with C-Suite and departments to identify future technology needs facilitating organizational growth
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiated contracts, and ensured effective vendor performance
  • Led deployment of Media Asset Management, Jira, and SNS EVO Server with comprehensive network overhaul
Sr IT / Project Manager
ATTN:
Los Angeles, California
Aug 2021 - Dec 2022
  • Led dedicated IT team providing Mac/PC and iOS support to 240+ employees in Apple Mac/Windows environment
  • Modernized IT infrastructure introducing Meraki, Arista, JAMF, OKTA, and CrowdStrike technologies
  • Automated Jira Service Desk improving SLA compliance and departmental objectives including onboarding/off-boarding policies
  • Implemented strategic budgeting optimizing IT services and eliminating wasteful spending
  • Oversaw IT SecOps operations supporting creative