Experience

OrgRoleAccomplishments
IndependentIndependent ConsultantDeployed and maintained Linux servers for 24/7 operation as a platform for Ubuntu, Linux Mint 22, Apache, MySQL, PHP, and Docker. Developed Bash shell scripts to automate routine processing functions. Troubleshot problems, documented installation and configuration procedures, and upgraded systems to maintain secure and reliable operation.

Performed setup, recovery, and training for end users on Microsoft Windows 10 & 11 systems. Analyzed, troubleshot, and configured Windows systems on-site and via Remote Assistance. Developed procedures for the rapid unattended installation of Windows on multiple systems.
Performed the build, configuration, testing, and maintenance of hardware (desktops, servers, storage, and networking equipment) and software (operating systems and applications). Troubleshot problems and upgraded systems software and hardware to increase system performance.

Rapidly learned the WordPress platform and maintained and hosted multiple public Web sites based on WordPress, including the design and implementation of the sites and the configuration of DNS records, SSL certificates, and email accounts.
Hosted and published a commercial Web site for a Client’s B&B property, providing online room availability and booking. Worked with the Client to evolve the design and enabled the Client to derive new rental income.
Hewlett-Packard Company
Supply Chain IT
Information Technology EngineerRemotely led a multinational team of 6 programmers to deliver complete Web-based applications in J2EE through the full software development life cycle, from architecture through development, release, deployment, and maintenance. Produced well-designed, robust, and maintainable code, with an emphasis on supporting industry standards.

As the Microsoft Windows Test Manager, oversaw the assessment of our organization’s applications to ensure compatibility with existing systems. Collaborated with developers on the creation, documentation, and execution of test strategies and test plans. Utilized business management tools for tracking time, expenses and project status, and documentation.

Remediated 100% of security issues discovered during the audit of a world-wide product classification system. Reverse-engineered PL/SQL code and integrated modern software components into existing code to produce a functional solution, including the migration to a standard J2EE front end with SiteMinder SSO.

Analyzed requirements from multi-functional teams to design solutions for 10+ applications within SCIT. Fulfilled project management documentation requirements for design, testing, implementation, and change control. Communicated technical information to non-technical personnel within the organization.

Supported multiple Supply Chain IT back-end services by performing Unix System Administration using shell commands and scripts for maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem resolution. Worked with other IT Support personnel and service providers to research, analyze, and resolve technical problems.
Hewlett-Packard Company
Global Engineering Services
Information Technology EngineerDeveloped HP’s RFID middleware strategy to help HP satisfy a large, well-known HP vendor’s requirements for production. Traveled to HP sites in Asia and in Brazil to deploy and validate HP’s RFID infrastructure.

Successfully deployed RFID middleware in HP’s new data centers to improve asset tracking. Delivered design documentation and cost estimates, and developed Web-based management tools using XML/XSL.

Showcased RFID with HP’s RFID Lab in Palo Alto, HP’s Noisy Labs in Omaha, and item-level tagging for IPG Brazil. United RFID vendors with HP Labs for research and HP C&I for go-to-market opportunities.

Represented HP in EPCglobal’s ONS and EPCIS Software Action Groups to help HP influence the direction of emerging RFID standards. Developed software to help EPCglobal publicize RFID vendors.
Hewlett-Packard Company
Logistics & Global Trade
Information Technology EngineerDesigned and delivered the Global Trade E-services Architecture, an object-oriented Web services architecture based on industry standards such as J2EE and XML, to replace legacy LGT applications.

Led a team of 5 developers to create a portfolio of 10+ Web services and components based on this Web services architecture in collaboration with business process leaders from within LGT.

Incorporated fail-over and disaster recovery techniques into the Global Trade Portal infrastructure. Led the consolidation of individual Web sites to achieve a robust, high-performance LGT Web portal.
Hewlett-Packard Company
Asia-Pacific IT
Information Technology EngineerManaged the deployment of HP products into the Asia-Pacific region, providing project plans and timelines, coordinating the tasks of project participants, and conducting formal training sessions.

Redesigned HP’s sales force compensation system from a legacy platform to a Visual Basic environment, achieving improvements in performance, reliability, and flexibility.

Collaborated with a team of engineers to design and develop a Java-based rapid application development platform and released a shipment tracking application based on this platform.
Hewlett-Packard Company
Medical Products Group
Information Technology EngineerLed the 3-person Andover Lotus Notes Team to establish documented policies and procedures for supporting Lotus Notes. Developed Lotus Notes services, fee structures, and budgets for the Andover site. Consulted for internal and external customers on IT solutions based on Lotus Notes.
Hewlett-Packard Company
Medical Products Group
Software Development EngineerStudied and applied OO methodologies in a UNIX-based C++ development environment. Evaluated C++ component libraries to endorse products for R&D use. Designed a custom HP workstation clustering environment based on NFS. Developed C-language PC software for configuring HP medical equipment.
AT&T Bell LabsSoftware ResearchDesigned, implemented, and documented EZ-FIT, a device-independent, windowing integrated development environment for FIT, a UNIX-based programming language.
Los Alamos National LaboratorySoftware DevelopmentProgrammed and maintained a C- and Pascal-based system of software that analyzes bottlenecks on DEC mainframes and produces reports detailing their use.