SUMMARY
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Experienced and innovative
Information Technology professional with over ten years of hands on experience
in multiple aspects of the industry from assembly, installation, and troubleshooting,
to web development. Strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills,
excels in individual as well as team environments. Detail and results
oriented.
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INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE
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Software:
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- PC / Network Operating
Systems including Microsoft Windows XP, 2000, NT, 98, 95, Novell Netware,
OS/2 and DOS.
- Symantec Ghost,
Microsoft Office, ArcServe, Jasc's Paint Shop Pro, Adobe Photoshop,
Adobe Acrobat, Macromedia Dreamweaver, Hot Dog Pro, HEAT and GoldMine.
- HTML 4, JavaScript,
and Perl/CGI coding for web page development.
- Manufacturing Execution
System (MES) and Clinical Supplies (CS) software for pharmaceutical
and biotechnology FDA-regulated industries.
- Database software
including Oracle, Personal Oracle, MS SQL Server and MS Access.
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Hardware:
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- Microcomputer integration,
with experience in PCI, SCSI, USB, and AGP, including printers, scanners,
tape drives, portable storage, multimedia and gaming devices.
- Desktop and laptop
workstations, including server upgrades / maintenance.
- Palm PDA devices.
- LAN architectures
including 10base-T, 100base-T, Ethernet, and Token Ring topologies.
- Radio-Frequency
scanners, infrared scanners, barcode printers, and various weigh scales.
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EXPERIENCE
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| CommNet
International Voorhees, NJ, December 2000 - Present |
Software
Engineer
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- Develop, configure,
manufacture, and test monthly client reload CD's, used for laptop and
desktop deployment, and by client's end user for emergency recovery.
This entails installing new applications, updating existing applications,
configuring network settings and proper device driver configurations
to assure a completely functioning system.
- Create, test, and
distribute System Support Utility CD's for client use with easy installation
of software applications, upgrades, and patches.
- Serve as FTP Site
Administrator; manage client and employee access and maintain site efficiency.
- Serve as backup
to the Systems Administrator in all functions and duties: file server,
email, web server, and tape backup maintenance, as well as general network
and computer stability / upgrades.
- Tier-2 telephone
technical support, providing support for Tier-1 Help Desk personnel.
- Test, evaluate,
and recommend new hardware and software for use in-house or by client.
- Write and update
Technical Bulletins that address product errata, client software and
network anomalies, and general technical issues. These are use by in-house
technical staff and the client.
- Write various procedures
for the client, as needed, which include hardware maintenance, software
usage, and proprietary software instructions.
- Configure, test,
and activate Palm PDA's for client, assureing connectivity and client
personalization.
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Activ NetSciences / Base Ten Systems, Inc. Trenton, NJ, June 1996 -
November 2000 |
Webmaster,
June 1999 - November 2000
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- Serve as Webmaster
for ClinX.net, a portal for the Clinical Supplies professional.
- Serve as Webmaster
for corporate website. Responsible for maintenance and publication,
including password-protected access to specific customer and demo sections.
Maintain a rich online environment through easy navigation and graphics
creation.
- Developed new corporate
website (www.activnetsciences.com)
from the ground up using HTML, and JavaScript coding. This includes
all graphics and design.
- Created a customer-only
online message forum to exchange and gather information used in the
development process of Base Ten's core software packages.
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Applications
Engineer February 1998 - August 2000
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- Provide in-house,
telephonic, and field technical support to Base Ten personnel, customers,
and third party systems integrators for Base Ten's product line throughout
the U.S. and Europe.
- Responsible for
maintaining customer relationships, discovering customer needs, advocating
Base Ten products, and providing post-integration customer support.
- Determine best
process for installation and integration of MES and CS products. Oversee
client migration to a paperless, electronic system of meeting FDA laws
and regulations.
- Convert client's
reports, manufacturing processes, and workflows to our software system.
- Review and edit
formal tests. Author and execute client's formal qualification testing.
- Identify and isolate
product errors. Determine origin of the errors and provide fast resolution
to the client. Interview users and attempt to recreate the system error.
Participate in Software Configuration Control Board meetings to best
determine the error level and priority. Interact with development team
to aid in resolutions.
- Author and edit
product Installation Guides, Upgrade Guides, and Standard Operating
Procedures (SOP's), to assure compliance with FDA Current Good Manufacturing
Procedures (cGMP).
- Review and approve
system tests, SOP's, and product guides, verifying technical correctness
and readability.
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Technical
Support Specialist / Manufacturing Engineer June 1996 - February 1998
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- Document and troubleshoot
hardware and software problems reported by clients.
- Author Technical
Service Bulletins (TSB) for defects in hardware or software errata.
- Serve as Web Developer
for uPACS portion of corporate website.
- Create, update,
review, and approve multiple drawings, lists, and procedures for compliance
with FDA GMP requirements.
- Evaluate project
hardware and documentation to determine if change to FDA 510(k) is required.
- Create and edit
Installation, Operator, and Service Manuals.
- Responsible for
inspection and testing of products and subsystems in accordance with
Quality Assurance requirements.
- Research and evaluate
new product components.
- Assist with company-wide
networking, e-mail, and Internet connections and configurations, PC
installations, troubleshooting, and upgrades.
- Member of Preliminary
Review Board and Configuration Control Board.
- Detail system defects,
provide alternative solutions, and incorporate component research into
future uPACS enhancements and releases.
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| Virtual
Reality Feedback Corporation, Howell, NJ, December 1995 - June 1996 |
Computer
Consultant / Head Technician
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- General PC consulting
for clients located throughout New Jersey.
- Perform software
and hardware installations.
- Serve as tester
for VRF's gaming product line.
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| Highland
Computer Center, Lawrenceville, NJ December 1993 - December 1995 |
Account
Consultant
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- Build, upgrade,
repair, and configure computer systems from XT through Pentium.
- Instructor for
basic DOS and Microsoft Windows classes.
- Meet with prospective
clients, generate quotations, and finalize sales
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| Trenton
State College, Ewing, NJ September 1989 - December 1993 |
Computer
Technician Manager, January 1991 - December 1993
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- Install and configure
microcomputer and network hardware and software.
- Identify and repair
hardware and software problems and provide necessary on-site assistance.
- Supervise and train
junior technicians.
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Lab Consultant,
September 1989 - January 1991
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- Maintain Computer
Lab's PC Workstations and printers.
- Assist student
and faculty end-users on various network applications.
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| Larry
Rose, Computer Consulting & Support, Sharon Hill, PA October 1992
- February 1994 |
Network
Field Engineer
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- Install, configure,
and support LANs and software applications.
- Train junior Network
Engineers and end-users in the use of hardware and network usage.
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| Microcomputer
Consulting / Tutoring, Hamilton, NJ, January 1992 - January 1999 |
Part Time
Consultant
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- Install, upgrade,
troubleshoot, and repair system hardware and software.
- Tutor end-users
on software and hardware applications.
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EDUCATION / TRAINING
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- Microsoft Certified
Professional - MCP
- CompTIA A+ Certification
- Web Developer Certificate
(Mercer County Community College)
- Java Programming
(NovaSoft Information Technology)
- Microsoft Windows
NT Training
- FDA Good Manufacturing
Practice (GMP) Requirements Training
- Novell Certified
NetWare 3.1x Administrator - CNA
- Attended Trenton
State College 1987-1990, towards Computer Science degree.
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