American musician, songwriter, producer for over 30 years. Worked in Austin Texas moved to Chicago Illinois area 10 years freelance recording for local musicians around Chicagoland. Newly opened home studio owner/operator

Dean Rusk

American musician, songwriter, producer for over 30 years. Worked in Austin Texas moved to Chicago Illinois area 10 years freelance recording for local musicians around Chicagoland. Newly opened home studio owner/operator

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American musician, songwriter, producer for over 30 years. Worked in Austin Texas moved to Chicago Illinois area
10 years freelance recording for local musicians around Chicagoland.
Newly opened home studio owner/operator

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Beginner
Beginner
Beginner
Beginner

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

IT & Systems Security Supervisor at First Midwest Group
December 1, 2019 - November 24, 2025
Installed and configured routers, structured cabling (Cat5e/Cat6), and fiber optics. Managed CCTV, access control, and Spider door systems from setup to troubleshooting. Led site surveys, installation crews, and equipment placement planning. Maintained network hardware/software for remote access, viewing, and alerts. Conducted monthly system checks, firmware updates, and diagnostics. Managed inventory, vendor accounts (T-Mobile, InHand), and material procurement. Administered work orders, staff schedules, and payroll tracking. Provided technical support and training for apps, NVRs, and system interfaces. Repaired alarm, LTE, elevator phone, and directory display systems.
Data Network Specialist/Installer at M. Spinello & Son Locksmith & Safe
December 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Established, repaired and optimized networks by installing wiring, cabling and devices. Managed system-wide operating system and software deployments, as well as any related upgrade problems. Investigated and corrected problems with printers, copiers and other peripheral devices. Delivered network technology training to junior team members and end-users, enhancing knowledgebase and team productivity. Instructed users on software and hardware use. Documented IT procedures and day-to-day tasks. Analyzed data security risks and performed preventative measures. Fielded, resolved complaints and questions about information systems. Provided troubleshooting and diagnostics for networks and servers in Data/Video field. Set up hardware and software in optimal configurations to meet network performance requirements.

Education

Associate of Science at Rock Valley College, Rockford
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Cisco CCNA at Cisco Certification Program
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Cisco Firewall Design & Advanced Security at Cisco Certification Program
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Residential Construction Blueprint Reading at Certificate Courses
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Residential Home Inspection (80 Hours) at Certificate Courses
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025

Qualifications

Cisco CCNA
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Cisco Firewall Design & Advanced Security
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Residential Construction Blueprint Reading
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Residential Home Inspection Training (80 Hours)
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Other