Engineer Software
Resume:
Jimmy T. Brock
(abhzbp@r.postjobfree.com)
Mobile: 901-***-****
ISERIES ARCHITECT
• Excellent troubleshooting skills tenaciously committed to the thorough resolution of
technical issues and an ability to grasp and master new technologies quickly and easily.
• Experienced with data center moves, system upgrades hardware & software and system
migrations from V5 to V6 technology.
• Experienced with installation and setup of HA/DR tool VISION OMS/ODS as well as IBM
iCluster HA/DR solution.
• Directly responsible for managing iSeries capacity planning, performance, and interfaces to
ensure they are adequately equipped and configured to meet the company's current and
projected needs.
• Provide functional project management leadership skills within the I.T. Team to ensure that
complex implementations and integrations of systems, operating systems upgrades,
network, database and vendor software are successful and tested end-to-end. Provide
leadership support for problem detection and resolution.
• Directly responsible for recognizing and identifying potential areas where existing policies
and procedures require change, or where new ones need to be developed, especially
regarding future business expansion.
• Worked closely with other IT groups to coordinate current and future project plans and
activities, including the coordination and technical assistance to facilitate specific
development projects that involve the various system environments.
• Demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of technology and applies advanced skill and
knowledge in the delivery of hardware and software solutions.
TECHNICAL SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS
Hardware/Operating Systems: IBM iSeries 595, 570 & 520 Power5 & Power6, HMC console setup
and installation, also external tape library system (IBM TS 3550) configurations. Software: i5
Operating Systems V5R4 & V6R1, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word)
Programming Languages: RPG, CL, SQL
Certifications: Novell Certified Network Administrator (CNA)
Microsoft NT 4.0 Administrator
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc., Memphis, TN 2005- Present
ISeries Architect
Provided operating systems support, troubleshooting, and technical consultation to client companies
with complex networking environments. Proven vendor management in complex hardware and
software support environments. Strong working knowledge of large scales iSeries platforms and
Architecture, VISION OMS/ODS high availability environments. Effectively manage Direct
Access Storage Device (DASD) in a EMC SAN environment.
Performed day to day operational support on the AS/400 iSeries platform
Provided support to infrastructure engineers to implement application and database
strategies access
Participated in the development of technologies on the IBM iSeries platform and new
applications
Thomas & Betts, Memphis, TN 2001-2005
Lead iSeries Engineer
Lead Systems AS/400 Administrator charged with installing, configuring, testing, and maintaining
computer and network operating systems, related software, and hardware components. Tasked with
managing key technology projects and deployment strategies of related technologies. Working
knowledge of iSeries system administration, VISION, TCPIP, and other replication software.
Ensured proper systems operations and implemented proactive measures to ensure
availability, reliability, and performance goals are consistently met
Facilitated problem-solving teams that accurately assess technical challenges and
successfully transform ideas into appropriate, workable solutions
Worked efficiently with other teams to understand current and projected needs, and establish
initiatives to support those needs.
International Paper, Inc., Memphis, TN 2000-2001
Senior Project Lead, AS/400 Platform
Engineered LPAR consolidated solutions for eleven local and remote AS/400 systems. Challenged
with safeguarding technology services and security through the development and implementation of
the Disaster Recovery Plan. Selected to build and manage key projects including performing CISC
to RISC migrations.
Developed departmental procedures and designed documentation process
Performed OS/400 and release upgrades and third party software upgrades
Provided problem determination/isolation and recovery support for remote properties
Aided in the development and implementation of system auditing guidelines
Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc., Memphis, TN 1997-2000
System Engineer, AS/400 (iSeries) Platform
Experienced in Information Security and Disaster Recovery. Engineered five local remote high-end
AS/400 computer systems. Ability to develop employees and maintain team approach to meeting
company’s objectives and lead the company’s I.T. Department to the company’s projected future
growth.
Analyzed system performance, forecasting disk growth and trending
Installed feature cards, peripheral equipment, and communications
Facilitated and maintained system security through the development and implementation of
the Disaster Recovery Plan
Performed OS/400 and release upgrades and third party software upgrades
Hollywood Casino, Tunica, MS 1994-1997
MIS Supervisor
Planed and implemented the opening of the MIS department. Met all project management plan
objectives on or ahead of schedule. Supervised and train I.T. staff of seven members and daily
production schedules.
Facilitated I.T. operations staff training
Supported and trained users on LAN and software applications
Installed and administered Novell Networking servicing 300 users
Installed personal computers and terminals
Controlled all systems contracts and terminals
EDUCATION
University of Tennessee at Martin, Martin, TN
Bachelors of Science, Computer Science (M), Mathematics (m)
Completed 2 years
Remington College, formerly Southeast College of Technology, Memphis, TN
A.A.S. of Computer Programming and Information Systems, May 1989
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