What follows is a condensed resume of my background with only the most recent items listed. While not actively seeking employment with anyone in particular, please send e-mail to me at wdirks@sirinet.net if you have an offer I can't refuse, or any questions you may have. (Updated 10-Dec-97)

• 1992-Present - Independent computer consultant specializing in all aspects of computer security from environmental considerations to employee and procedural matters. Especially strong background in OS/2 and DOS and reasonable background in Windows and Linux/Unix based systems regarding virus detection and removal and other malware and security issues without loss of data. Experienced in web page design to include Perl/cgi scripts for form, database and other uses. I also possess experience in training, system troubleshooting, network setup, and some programming to include web page design. During this time I've also done some custom programming and database programming along with writing some shareware programs and operating a BBS since 1989. Some Linux/Unix security experience, to include culling and identifying bad encrytpted passwords and related matters.
• 1974-1992 - Active duty U.S. Army. Caught in the first wave of the downsizing. Last position held was Chief of Automation for a 10,000 person organization with over 1000 PC's. Was responsible for procurement, system standardization within the organization, security standards, system setup, assembly, troubleshooting and repair, a help desk, training, and expanding the Wide Area Network (WAN) by over 300%. Created a virus free environment along with eliminating the use and presence of pirated programs to include 100% accountability of all hardware and software.
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