Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
CORE COMPETENCIES
Languages
Timeline

Will Coston

Mecklenburg EMS Agency (Medic)
Charlotte,NC
18
years of professional experience

Senior SQL Server Database Administrator and Full-Stack .NET Developer experienced in enterprise infrastructure and custom web application development. Achieved optimal database performance and data integrity through advanced SQL Server administration, performance tuning, and disaster recovery planning. Focused on leading complex projects, enhancing system efficiency, and fostering collaboration in dynamic environments.

Work History

SQL Database Administrator / C# ASP.NET Developer

8 Years 4 Months
Mecklenburg EMS Agency (Medic) | 01.2018 - 05.2026
  • Administered and optimized enterprise SQL Server environments supporting mission-critical emergency medical services operations.
  • Implemented high-availability and disaster recovery solutions, including Always On Availability Groups, failover clustering, replication, and log shipping, ensuring system reliability for critical operations.
  • Enhanced SQL Server performance through advanced indexing strategies, query optimization, execution plan analysis, and database tuning, resulting in faster query response times.
  • Developed complex T-SQL solutions including stored procedures, triggers, functions, XML processing, and ETL workflows.
  • Resolved database performance issues caused by deadlocks, blocking, parameter sniffing, and concurrency conflicts.
  • Led SQL Server upgrades, migrations, and environment standardization initiatives.
  • Managed backup, recovery, security, encryption, and disaster recovery planning for critical systems.
  • Designed and developed custom ASP.NET MVC applications that streamlined internal workflows and improved operational efficiency.
  • Developed and maintained enterprise web applications using C#, ASP.NET MVC, JavaScript, AJAX, jQuery, HTML5, CSS, and IIS, facilitating streamlined user experiences and improved workflow efficiency.
  • Implemented backup and recovery strategies to safeguard critical data assets.
  • Developed complex SQL queries for data extraction and reporting needs.
  • Monitored database health, identifying and resolving performance issues proactively.
  • Administered SQL Server databases, ensuring high availability and performance optimization.

Systems Engineer

5 Years 10 Months
Mecklenburg EMS Agency (Medic) | 03.2012 - 01.2018

Managed VMware vSphere, HA, DRS, and vMotion environments supporting critical business systems.

  • Managed VMware infrastructure supporting over 200 virtual machines across enterprise environments.
  • Administered Windows Server infrastructure, Active Directory, SCCM, and endpoint management solutions to ensure system availability and security.
  • Administered Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, Exchange, and enterprise Windows Server environments.
  • Improved infrastructure reliability through proactive monitoring, patch management, and disaster recovery planning.
  • Led patch management initiatives through SCCM and WSUS to improve security and compliance.
  • Maintained enterprise backup and recovery solutions with Veeam, Backup Exec, and EMC Data Domain to safeguard data integrity and availability.
  • Conducted capacity planning, infrastructure upgrades, performance analysis, and testing initiatives.
  • Supported Informatica administration and managed enterprise data integration processes to enhance data flow and accessibility.

Systems Administrator / C# ASP.NET Developer

3 Years 9 Months
Akima Management | 06.2008 - 03.2012
  • Administered Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and endpoint infrastructure.
  • Maintained server, desktop, network, and virtualization environments to uphold operational efficiency and minimize downtime.
  • Supported enterprise infrastructure for 120+ users across multiple locations, ensuring system reliability and accessibility.
  • Developed ASP.NET MVC applications using C#, JavaScript, AJAX, jQuery, and SQL Server.
  • Developed internal business applications that automated operational processes and improved productivity.
  • Delivered technical training and support to end users and operational staff, enhancing user competence and satisfaction.
  • Built and maintained virtualized test environments supporting software validation and deployment initiatives.
  • Assisted with technology procurement, hardware evaluations, and infrastructure planning.
  • Diagnosed and resolved complex technical issues through in-depth analysis, facilitating uninterrupted business operations.
  • Improved data integrity and reliability by designing and implementing robust backup and recovery strategy.

Education

Associate of Science - Computer Programming

Bryant & Stratton College | NY | 04.1990

Skills

SQL technologies
Stored procedure development
Query optimization techniques
Backup recovery
Data transfer
Database design principles
ETL methodologies
Data technologies
Web development
C#
ASP.NET MVC
HTML5
CSS
JavaScript
jQuery
AJAX
JSON
XML
LINQ
Entity Framework
REST APIs
IIS
MS-Access Application Development
Development tools
Visual Studio
SQL Profiler
Database Engine Tuning Advisor
Veeam plug-in
Backup Exec
Data Domain
Informatica
Tableau
Cisco Configuration Manager
PowerShell
Database monitoring tools
System infrastructure
Windows Server
VMware vSphere
vMotion
Active Directory
SCCM
WSUS
DNS
DHCP
LDAP
Exchange
SharePoint
Analysis services
ETL methodologies

Accomplishments

  • 20+ years supporting enterprise infrastructure, database, and software development environments.
  • Managed SQL Server environments supporting mission-critical healthcare operations.
  • Administered VMware infrastructure consisting of 200+ virtual servers.
  • Designed and developed multiple enterprise ASP.NET MVC applications used by operational departments.
  • Implemented high-availability and disaster recovery solutions utilizing Always-On Availability Groups, clustering, replication, and log shipping.
  • Led SQL Server performance optimization initiatives resulting in significant improvements in database responsiveness and system reliability.
  • Managed enterprise backup and recovery platforms including Veeam, Data Domain, and Backup Exec.

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Database Administration & Development
  • Microsoft SQL Server (2022/2019/2017/2016/2014/2012)
  • Performance tuning & query optimization
  • T-SQL development
  • Stored procedures, triggers, functions
  • Index optimization & execution plans
  • SSIS / ETL
  • Backup & recovery strategies
  • High availability & disaster recovery
  • Always On, replication, mirroring, clustering
  • Data modeling & database design
  • Encryption & security
  • SQL Profiler & DBCC utilities
  • Dynamic management views/functions
  • Linked servers & partitioning
  • Full-Stack Development
  • C# ASP.NET MVC
  • ASP.NET Web Applications
  • HTML5 / CSS / JavaScript
  • JQuery / AJAX / JSON / XML
  • Entity Framework / LINQ
  • REST APIs / Web Services
  • OOP / SOLID principles
  • IIS Administration
  • Visual Studio
  • Microsoft Access Application Developer
  • PowerShell
  • Systems Engineering & Infrastructure
  • Windows Server Administration
  • VMware vSphere / vMotion / HA / DRS
  • SCCM / WSUS
  • Active Directory / Group Policy
  • DNS / DHCP / LDAP
  • Cisco Configuration Manager
  • Veeam / Data Domain / Backup Exec
  • PowerShell scripting
  • Virtualization & Storage Management
  • Patch Management
  • Enterprise Desktop Support

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

SQL Database Administrator / C# ASP.NET Developer

Mecklenburg EMS Agency (Medic)
01.2018 - 05.2026Read More

Systems Engineer

Mecklenburg EMS Agency (Medic)
03.2012 - 01.2018Read More

Systems Administrator / C# ASP.NET Developer

Akima Management
06.2008 - 03.2012Read More

Bryant & Stratton College

Associate of Science from Computer Programming
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Will Coston