## BIO
QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Results-oriented Application Architect/Technical Lead with progressive and diverse experience coordinating and directing various projects including the support and design of automation/integration for trade and data systems. Strong technical skills encompassing in-depth knowledge of key system development methodologies to streamline design, development and refinement of critical business solutions that improve functionality and enhance operations. Expertise in advanced planning, organizational leadership, and team training. Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills, quickly build rapport with team members, vendors, and senior management.
KEYWORD SUMMARY
Technology Specialist, Application Architect, Technical Lead, project management, enterprise automation systems, network design, network implementation, team leadership, training, real-time business solutions, disaster recovery strategies, troubleshooting, problem resolution, technical support, system development methodologies, enhanced operations, improved functionality, relationship management, root cause analysis, technical documentation, standards-based solutions, technical design, test networks, standardization policies, systems administration.
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
Platforms: Windows 95/98/XP/NT/2000/2003, Linux, Cisco, Novell, Solaris
Tools: Apache, Internet Information Server (IIS), Dreamweaver MX/2004, CF Studio, DNS, Send Mail, MS SQL, ODBC, JDBC, OLEDB, Tidal Soft, Win32 Perl Automation, MFTP, Oasys, ILX, Base Line, StockVal, Liquid Net
Languages: HTML, DHTML, JavaScript, Cold Fusion, JSP, ASP, Active X, COM, Perl, CGI
Hardware: LAN Cards, Modems, Video Cards, Sound Cards, Memory Upgrades, Laser/Bubble Jet Printers, Raid Controllers (Fiber-SCSI), Zion/Pro/PII Processors
Protocols: Cisco Systems, Nokia, POP, ISDN, Frame Relay, SDSL, ADSL, IP-Routing/Bridging/Switching/IP Chains, OSPF, BGP, RIP, IGRP, EIGRP, Squid Proxy, MS Proxy, NAT, 10/100/1000 Ethernet, Ether Channel, IP Load Balancing
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
WACHOVIA/FIRST UNION – EVERGREEN INVESTMENTS, Charlotte, NC, 1999 to Present
Application Architect/Technical Lead
Manage several key technical responsibilities concurrently to provide stable, high available infrastructures to support critical business information systems. Deliver information/solutions regarding current and projected technology needs to all levels of management; collaborate with various staff to identify technical needs and offer solutions. Accountable for providing root cause analysis for various technical failures. Produce comprehensive documentation to support security and automation/integration requirements. Provide second/third level support to Citrix team members. Train Windows Support team to support Citrix environment. Key Achievements:
** Designed a standards-based solution to streamline and effectively manage integration/automation environment, which provided faster implementation turnaround.
** Successfully extended vendor based applications, which provided real-time process results utilizing J2EE/Web integration.
** Instrumental in designing Citrix environment for commercial bank to support 400+ users and 84 applications.
** Key team member in the development of automation solution for large implementation project for new Security Master File System (InfoStrat).
** Optimized operations by merging multiple automation environments into a single environment.
** Recognized for outstanding contributions; promoted from Officer to Assistant Vice President in 2004, and received ‘Merlin Award’ in 2002 for providing exceptional technical solutions.
Technical Designer, Level III
Hold concurrent responsibility as Technical Designer for design team of 20+. Research and identify sources of failure for corporate infrastructure and security issues; provide innovative solutions to alleviate technical problems. Create test networks using latest operating systems and hardware. Develop and implement software and hardware standardization policies. Train and mentor technical team members; offer expertise regarding advanced methodologies and conceptual designs. Supervise 3 junior NT Administrators and Application Integrators. Key Achievements:
** Designed and implemented several key processes and systems; developed fault tolerant/high available strategies for critical information systems, high performance information systems, and automation processes, which optimized operations and enhanced availability.
** Successfully designed and deployed an automation system that effectively supported proprietary trade and performance systems.
** Instrumental in development of Y2K and Disaster Recovery contingency plans for production applications.
Technical Support/Systems Administration
Simultaneously manage systems administration and technical support for 200+ computer systems and applications; accountable for maintaining continued operations for 60+ Windows, Citrix, and Novell Servers within a production environment. Key Achievements:
** Enhanced operations by setting up and configuring Windows, Linux, and Solaris servers focused on ever changing business needs.
** Designed comprehensive network administration models based on current hardware and software standards.
** Researched and developed Windows, Linux, and Solaris operating systems within a test environment.
UNITED STATES ARMY, 1994 to 1997
Aircraft Electrician
Completed extensive training regarding aircraft electronics; accountable for performing avionic and electrical inspections and repairs. Troubleshot, diagnosed, and maintained electrical and electronic components including solid-state and transistorized subsystems. Supervised activities of 3 direct reports. Key Achievement:
** Honored for outstanding performance and contributions; recipient of the ‘Good Conduct Medal’ and the ‘Army Achievement Medal.’
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
** Coldfusion 4.5 Master
** Implementing & Supporting Windows NT Server 4.0 in the Enterprise
** Aircraft Electrician Training
** Implementing & Supporting Windows NT Server 4.0
** Windows NT Server 4.0 Network Essentials
