Steven Beals
Poughquag, New York *2570
Tel. # 845-***-****
Email: able4z@r.postjobfree.com
Information Technology professional with over 13 years hands-on experience
in company operations and all aspects of IT. In depth knowledge and
experience in information technology infrastructure planning and system
implementation.
TECHNICAL AND MANAGEMENT SKILLS
. RDBMS - SQL 2000/2005, SSRS and data warehousing
. Windows 2008/03 Server, Vista & XP Operating Systems
. Citrix XenServer and XenDesktop
. Business System Administration and Implementation - Microsoft Dynamics
GP, Microsoft Dynamics CRM
. LAN, WAN, TCP/IP, HTTP, FTP
. IT infrastructure planning and management
. Enterprise data center and telecommunications management
. Security policy and management
. IT Budget Planning
EXPERIENCE
Strategic Legal Solutions March 2009 - Present
New York, NY
Director of Information Technology
Manage the day to day operations of SLS enterprise network and staff.
Serve as onsite technical expert for Dynamics GP installation.
Key Contributions:
-Proposed, Managed and Implemented Citrix XenDesktop installation, creating
a centrally managed environment for document review projects
-Managed office relocation project that included the move of 50 users
including peripherals and data center
-Setup Remote offices in New York City, Atlanta, and Charlotte as needed
-Manage in house and remote Document Review project setups, which include
provisioning of connectivity, workstation setup and Document Platform
Application Configuration, and training
-Developed plan to cut overall IT costs by reviewing current vendor
contracts, renegotiating terms where needed
-Investigated and proposed new Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to replace
current legacy system
-Develop, manage, and support Dynamics GP Reports using Crystal Reports
-Handle day-to-day GP/SQL database administration
Reliant Business Software Solutions May 2008 - Present
Poughquag, NY
Independent North Eastern based MBS Consultant specializing in MS Great
Plains and IT support.
Key Contributions:
-Led Several Dynamics GP implementation projects
-Led multiple Dynamics GP Upgrades
-Wrote customizations in VBA for existing and new clients
-Documented customization and training manuals for implementations and
upgrades
-Support various Dynamics GP users throughout customer base
-Develop various Crystal and SQL Reports using SQL Stored Procedures and
Views
-Create Project Budgets and other Project Management functions
Breitling USA, Inc. September 2004 - May 2008
Wilton, CT
IT Manager
Manage day to day operations of Breitling USA's enterprise network. Serve
as onsite technical expert for Dynamics GP installation.
Key Contributions:
-Develop, manage, and support Dynamics GP Reports using Crystal Reports and
Crystal Server
-Handle day-to-day GP/SQL database administration
-Support three remote office GP installs
-Served as onsite Project Lead on GP 7.5 to GP 9.0 upgrade project,
including the management of developer and consulting resources.
-Created training program for Purchasing and Field Service Modules as they
pertain to Breitling's customizations, and provide training to new users.
-Research and implement any third party applications that enhance the GP
system
-Provided Day-to-Day support of enterprise network consisting of Windows
2003 Servers, Exchange Server, Crystal Reports Server, and SharePoint
installation
-Created yearly IT Budget for executive approval
Del Global Technologies Corporation December 2003 - September 2004
Valhalla, New York
IT Manager
Manage IT Staff of 3 which provides remote and on-site support and
direction for user population of 250 users, including support for
enterprise LAN/WAN.
Key Contributions:
-Developed Return Materials Authorization Program in MS Access, including
access and web reports
-Developed Inventory Control Program in MS Access
-Developed Web Based IT Tracking Application with an MS Access backend
-Developed Sales and Bookings Database Program in MS Access with links to
Open VMS MRP system
-Webmaster for Del Global Technologies Enterprise web site
Nice Pak Products, Inc. December 2002- November 2003
Orangeburg, New York
Sr. Network Administrator
Provided remote and on-site support for user population of 500 users,
including support for enterprise LAN/WAN.
Key Contributions:
-Managed and implemented Microsoft Exchange 2000 migration from Lotus
Notes, including the introduction of wireless email devices
-Managed network and telecom setup for 125,000sq ft Distribution Warehouse
-Implemented Quality Management System Application running on Citrix
Metaframe XP and Microsoft SQL Server 2000
-Successfully managed and implemented 10base to 100 base Switch Upgrade
-Documented IT Department Network Policies and Procedures
-Created Disaster Recovery Plan for Enterprise Network
-Developed Product Tracking Database for the Quality System Department
-Performed major upgrades to several corporate information systems by
evaluating needs, planning conversions, and training staff
Beaver Brook Products, Inc. November 2000 - November 2001
IT Manager
Wilder Richman Property Management October 1999 - November
2000
IT Manager
Mount Kisco Medical Group
IT Support September 1997 - October 1998
Assistant Director of MIS October 1998 - October 1999
Education and Certifications:
Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences/Education May 1996
Pace University, Pleasantville, New York
Certified Microsoft Dynamics GP Installation and Configuration October 2008
Microsoft Dynamics GP Distribution June 2008