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OBJECTIVE

To obtain a program or project manager position in a technology oriented company that would benefit from my years of expertise within diverse IT organizations in various leadership and support roles.

PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS.

Successfully project managed various multi-millions dollar infrastructure and application development projects to include a patented ERP Information Management Software system using various formal PMO methodologies that included financial and control management processes.

Directly managed the delivery and implementation of new products and services for a wide range of customers within IT, Internet, Data, and Telecom organizations resulting in millions of dollars in new revenues while creating competitive advantages in the marketplace.

Provided consulting services for various enterprises that included financial analysis, and engineering solutions for various switched voice, data, and Internet networks required to meet specific business operations requirements.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Tenneco Automotive, Inc.

Senior Project Manager (Contractor) Aug 2015 - Present

Project managed the global deployment of the IE-11 browser throughout Tenneco and initiated the MS Office 2016 upgrade.

Managed the reengineering and upgrade of the Tenneco SAP Enterprise Warehouse Management system that included UAT and formal software development methodologies.

Successfully managed the conversion of Lotus Notes to O365 Outlook throughout the Tenneco global user base that included over 13,500 Mailboxes, and several hundred mail-in databases.

Managed the buildout of a new Tenneco facility infrastructure in support of a new business venture.

TYSON, Inc. Chicago, IL Jul 2014– Aug 2015

Senior Project Manager (Contractor)

Program/ Project Manager for global IT Modernization program across the enterprise focused on improving performance and decreasing costs, while implementing state-of-the art technology.

WAN & LAN upgrade across 40 sites throughout the US incorporating new global and site architecture build-out for new and existing locations.

The IT Modernization program includes deployment of wireless services, DHCP migration, Data Center re-engineering, VPN Upgrade, E911, other related initiatives to create standards and improve operations.

Responsible for adhering to Corporate PMO standards to include scheduling, budgets, risk management, and change management

ABBVIE, Waukegan, IL Feb 2014 – Jul 2014

Senior Project Manager (Contractor)

PM for the implementation of new Enterprise Application to support Abbvie pharmaceutical process.

Managed cost analysis and budgetary performance for the infrastructure to support new Enterprise application through various environments Alpha, Development, Quality Assurance, Training, and Production.

Managed internal Abbvie resources and third party vendors in support of the design and delivery of Enterprise architecture.

HOSPIRA, Lake Forest, IL Nov 2011 – Feb 2014

Senior Program/Project Manager (Contractor)

Managed the design, engineering, and implementation of an upgrade for 60 International Hospira locations to support various SAP and business applications that included build-out of new locations and the re-engineering of existing sites.

Managed cost analysis and budgetary performance and other project metrics in accordance with Hospira PMO policies and procedures.

Managed third party vendors in support of the design and delivery of WAN technology that included MPLS, Internet, and failover solutions.

EXELON, Warrenville, IL May 2011– Oct 2011

Senior Project Manager (Contractor)

Developed program and project plans for Exelon Nuclear infrastructure facilities wireless infrastructure.

Managed the design, engineering, and implementation of a Cisco based secure wireless infrastructure to support various wireless applications for Exelon Nuclear sites.

Managed cost analysis and budgetary performance of assigned projects in accordance with Exelon PMO policies and procedures and third party vendors in support of the design and delivery of various IT technologies.

WELLS FARGO. Chicago, IL Feb 2010 – May 2011

Project Manager III (Contractor)

Created project plans for the Wells Fargo SAN, NAS, and Back-up provisioning automation process development and implementation.

Project managed the implementation of a new Hitachi SAN at several data centers and the data migration from EMC to the HDS platform

Created business cases, financial analysis, and risk analysis documentation required in accordance with Wells Fargo EPMO standards necessary to support project development, funding, and implementation.

DISCOVER FINANCIAL SERVICES, Riverwoods, IL Dec 2008 – Sep 2009

Project Manager- (Contractor)

Created and managed project plans for the implementation and upgrade of Discover Financial Services applications and infrastructure architecture and consisting of Linux, Windows, and UNIX operating systems.

Managed the implementation of Symantec CSP enterprise security systems upgrade across the Discover Financial Services infrastructure, the upgrade of ECM Documentum system, and other enterprise applications.

Responsible for developing, reviewing, and implementing disaster recovery and business continuity plans for data center migration, various infrastructure related services, and ERP applications.

TNC - IT, DATA, NETWORK, Lombard, Illinois June 2008 – Nov 2008

Project Manager/Consultant Infrastructure Management

Created project plans in accordance with customer business requirements, and delivered C-level presentations to communicate project objectives, status, schedules, and performance measurements.

Designed and project managed the implementation of customized IT infrastructure, VoIP, telecom, and data services for small and medium size businesses to include disaster recovery and business continuity solutions.

Evaluated and managed third party vendors in accordance to financial and engineering specifications required to meet client technical and strategic business requirements.

AT&T, Chicago, Illinois Dec 2006 – May 2008

Project Manager/Business Analyst (Contractor)

Directly responsible for the project management of the development and deployment of new Security Services for a major carrier that included developing RFPs, negotiating engineering specifications, gap analysis, and costs analysis adhering to SDLC methodologies and change control management processes.

Developed and delivered C-level project status presentations, identifying risks, costs, performance, and data analysis via Excel spreadsheets, timelines, and deliverables following formal release management processes.

Developed operational infrastructure to support the delivery of managed security services that included Vulnerability Scanning, Managed Electronic Authentication, Managed Firewall, Secure Email, and Digital Encryption that conformed to disaster recovery and business continuity governance.

TERRA FIRMA TECHNOLOGIES, INC., Chicago, Illinois Nov 2003 – Nov 2006

A software information management service provider

Chief Operations Officer/Project Manager

Project managed the development of a new-patented IT software application, an information management system to adhere to federal regulatory requirements such as HIPAA and Sarbanes Oxley.

Created business plans and financial statements, to include pro forma for financial presentations, extensive data analysis using MS Access, for investors, shareholders, and strategic business partners.

Provided consulting services to evaluate, and analyze IT, data network, and Telecom solutions for various clients that included reengineering existing architectures or designing and implementing new infrastructure to ensure disaster recovery and business continuity.

eCHARGE, Northbrook, Illinois Mar 2003- Nov 2003

An e-commerce enterprise designed to deliver B2B and B2C billing and financial solutions.

Consultant/Project Manager- Application Development

Project managed the design and development of a patented Internet e-commerce software billing solution incorporating Telecom technology (ANI) for third party financial institutions, consumers, and businesses.

Developed RFP’s and evaluated technical IT/Telecom solutions to create a new e-commerce software platform that included a patented identity and access management solution. .

Developed business plans, analyzed and evaluated innovative internet financial technologies necessary to support eCharge online e-commerce solutions.

ELECTRIC CITY, CORP., Elk Grove, Illinois 2001 – 2002

A national energy and utility company that produced and distributed customized switchgear.

Senior Vice President Operations

Developed new networking technology to improve remote management of the Energy Saver equipment deployed nationally though third party distributors and contractors.

Improved EBIDTA because of increased operational efficiencies through creating a more effective manufacturing processes, reduced waste, and improved Engineering and Quality Control procedures.

Developed OEM and operational procedures, created RFPs, and negotiated contracts for inventory control, procurement, and outsourcing.

MAVERIX.NET, Chicago, Illinois 1999 – 2000

A Midwest Regional DSL DLEC company that provided DSL technology and various ISP services.

Senior Vice President Operations and Network Services

Designed and implemented an integrated regional an IP-based DSL data network providing ISP services utilizing broadband technology for 13 cities in the Midwest Region.

Engineered a unique scalable network design consisted of an ATM backbone, bonded T-1s, DS-3s, and ILEC collocations, utilizing Copper Mountain, Turnstone, and ASC equipment.

Developed and managed a field organization required to build, operate, and maintain a regional network, to include the installation of CPE equipment while delivering ISP services.

NEXTLINK COMMUNICATIONS (XO), Oakbrook, Illinois 1997 – 1999

Regional Vice President Operations and Engineering

Engineered and managed the construction of fiber networks, switch facilities, data center, and collocations, while managing a $12 million operating budget.

Directly managed the day-to-day installation, operations, and maintenance of a digital switch fiber networks, data networks, and the delivery of Internet services to include customer service, billing, and provisioning

US ARMY (ACTIVE & RESERVES) Signal Officer, Major 1972 – 1997

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION

Masters Project Management (MPM), Keller Graduate School of Management, Chicago, Illinois (2011)

Masters Business Administration (MBA), Keller Graduate School of Management, Chicago, Illinois (2003)

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Roosevelt University, Arlington Heights, Illinois

Professional Management Professional (PMP) – certified (active since 2009)

Certified Scrum Master (CSM) - 2017

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

Project Management – Clarity, Access One, 3-D, Planview, SharePoint, MS Project, SDLC, PMBOK, ADM, and various project management methodologies.

Telecom/IT/Data Networks - switched voice & data networks, Security Services, SAN/NAS, Internet technology, LAN/WAN, UNIX/Linux OS, PBX’s, VoIP, ATM, DSL, DHCP, SONET, Frame Relay, fiber optic, OSP, routers, Nortel DMS-500, TCP/IP, power AC/DC, UPS, SMTP, NOCC operations.

Computer Skills – MS Office, MS Excel, Visio, MS Power Point, MS Word, MS Project, QuickBooks, MS .Net Framework, software development.

RELATED INTERESTS

Professor(MIS, Network, Project Management) – Keller Graduate School of Management 2007- Present

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