Myrick Fludd

Experience

1. Senior Network Administrator

   Optim Health System

   Sep 2025 — Present · Savannah, GA, US

   Designed, deployed, and maintained network infrastructure including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, and structured cabling-Administered Windows Server environments, Active Directory authentication, VMware management, and Citrix environments-Configured, managed, and maintained LAN, WAN, and WLAN networks across multiple sites-Secured enterprise networks by implementing firewall rules, access controls, and proactive threat monitoring-Ensured compliance with HIPAA security standards, safeguarding patient data and sensitive information-Managed Watchguard firewalls, Dell and Unifi switches, and Unifi wireless controllers and cameras-Oversaw data center operations, including storage configuration (Pure Storage, EqualLogic), monitoring, and capacity planning-Conducted server backups, patch management, and system/data migrations to maintain reliability and compliance-Collaborated with cross-functional IT teams to diagnose and resolve complex network/system issues-Partnered with vendors for procurement, licensing, hardware/software support, and maintenance contracts-Maintained detailed technical documentation including network diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures-Implemented antivirus and endpoint protection strategies to safeguard data integrity-Monitored network performance, analyzed metrics, and optimized infrastructure for efficiency and availability-Delivered hands-on support for users, ensuring uptime and adherence to security and compliance requirements.