LaThaniel C. Dillon

Active Certifications

Microsoft® Certified Professional (MCP)

Microsoft® Certified IT Professional (MCITP)

Microsoft® Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)

SharePoint® Services 3.0, Configuration 2007 Certification Number : D154-8430

SharePoint® Administrator 2010 Certification Number : D492-4637

SharePoint® 2010, Configuration Certification Number : D491-6830

Course 20331 Core Solutions of Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 – Completed 11/2013

Professional Summary

Active Top Secret Clearance (2000-Present)

17 years of relevant experience in configuring and maintaining computer systems and networks. Currently acts as an invaluable resource developing SharePoint, and designing effective software solutions to improve efficiency for end-users. In addition, experienced in analysis, design, hands on development and delivery of web-based applications in SharePoint 2003, 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016 and SharePoint Online.

Employment History

August 2014 – Present

Dillon Management Systems, LLC

Chicago, IL

Senior SharePoint Engineer /Administrator (Lead role / Remote)

Client – Defense Finance and Account Service (DFAS), Draper and Kramer

Currently leads the SharePoint Migration from SharePoint 2010 to SharePoint Online. Responsible for content migration, user provisioning, setup and configuration. Creation of site collections, sub-sites, design and form creation.

Responsible for setup and configuration of O365/SharePoint Online

Responsible for setup and configuration of three new farms in the new SharePoint 2013 enterprise platform – including configuration of SQL Server 2012.

Managed, maintained day to day support of operations of Microsoft SharePoint environment.

Manage relationships with 3rd party vendors and consultants for applicable services and products.

Experience with Azure AD

Experience with planning and configuring SharePoint metadata, managing terms, term sets, and groups.

Experience with ITIL Best Practices as it relates to Configuration, Change, and Release Management.

Experience with how to build a successful SharePoint taxonomy.

Experienced Engineer that can take requirements from management for information gathering for implementing solutions and demonstrating implementation success from user request.

Develop, administer, and support all SharePoint and .NET services and SharePoint Portal servers.

Managed SharePoint 2013 implementation consisting of 7 server farm for Production and Test environments and 3 server farm for development environment. (300+ users)

Managed 2 developers that worked on site to create custom application from 3rd party vendors to provide better business solution for the company.

Responsible for requirements gathering from stakeholders and all custom application built in the development environment and transitioned into test and production.

Comprehensive understanding of the functionality and features of SharePoint 2013 and SharePoint Online including Web parts for SharePoint 2013 solutions, Event Receivers, Timer Jobs, Custom Workflows, Business Connectivity Services, User Profile Service, InfoPath

Comprehensive understanding of development on SQL Server 2008 R2 / 2012 platforms.

Experience with architecting and implementing intranets, extranets, portals, and Internet facing sites using SharePoint 2013 and SharePoint Online

Experience in configuring every service application within SharePoint 2013 and SharePoint Online.

Hands on experience using Web Parts, Content Deployment, InfoPath forms, Excel Services, BDC, Content Types, Master Pages, Search Settings

Proficient with SharePoint Designer 2013, Visio 2013, Visual Studio 2010 / 2013

Strong SharePoint 2013 BI knowledge

Experience migrating content from different data sources into SharePoint

Responsible for setting up and configuration of SharePoint DEV, TEST, and Production environments – including setup and fine tuning of all Service Applications.

Ability to translate business requirements into solutions with a readily identifiable set of features

Creation of Governance documentation

Design and testing of Disaster Recovery plan working experience

High level of professionalism and attentiveness, with excellent communication skills, to properly represent the brand to customers

Experience with web development using .Net Technology, ASP.net, C#, JavaScript, SQL Server 2005, SQL Server 2008(R2), SQL Server 2012, Web Services, CSS, HTML, IIS, Active Directory, Visual Studio and XML.

September 2012 – August 2014, SAIC, Tribalco LLC

Supporting JNCC-A, Bagram, Afghanistan

Sr. SharePoint Architect/Engineer (Team Manager)

Responsible for and develop, administer, and support all SharePoint and .NET services and SharePoint Portal servers for NIPR, CENTRIXS and SIPR.

Team Manager for all (Enterprise) SharePoint Projects for Operation Enduring Freedom (4 Developers, 4 Administrators and 3 System Administrators reported directly to me.)

Ensured the proper management of Microsoft SharePoint infrastructure.

Manage and coordinate upgrades, custom application on a strict maintenance schedule.

Gather, coordinate, and understand end-user requirements to develop effective solutions utilizing ITIL processes.

Experience with how to build a successful SharePoint taxonomy.

Experience with ITIL Best Practices as it relates to Configuration, Change, and Release Management.

Experience with planning and configuring SharePoint metadata, managing terms, term sets, and groups.

Created daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance duties for supporting each environment as required.

Managed all information gathering requirements to build SharePoint farms at individual locations that will allow immediate collaboration.

Managed 12 SharePoint portals for Bagram Airfield and Kabul location from implementation through development for each portal to include branding and custom site collections. (Total users over 50k)

Develop, administer, and support all SharePoint and .NET services and SharePoint Portal servers.

Experience with web development using .Net Technology, ASP.net, C#, JavaScript, SQL Server 2005, SQL Server 2008(R2), Web Services, CSS, HTML, IIS, Active Directory, Visual Studio and XML.

Experience with SharePoint 2007, building web based forms using InfoPath 2007, custom workflows using SharePoint designer and Nintex, Master pages, building custom dashboards, Charts, KPI, Excel services, custom web parts, permission structure in SharePoint 2007, and SharePoint Designer.

Experience with SharePoint Designer 2010, InfoPath 2010, OneNote 2010, and developing solutions for SharePoint 2010.

Understanding of the functionality and features of SharePoint 2013 including Web parts for SharePoint 2013 solutions, Event Receivers, Custom Workflows, Business Connectivity Services, User Profile Service, InfoPath

Proficient with SharePoint Designer 2013

Effective use of advanced web parts to include: data form, content query and data view.

Experienced in SQL farm migrations from SharePoint 2007 – 2010 and 2010 – 2013.

Experienced in implementing high quality, scalable and extendable SharePoint solutions.

Experienced in designing and developing custom SharePoint Web parts.

Ability to create SharePoint solutions using OOB features.

Ability to diagnose, resolve and configure assistance with code level tech support.

Demonstrating familiarity with Dashboard, Charts and KPI’s.

Demonstrated ability in migrating and implementing plans that address both tactical and strategic needs.

Experienced in designing and implementing of custom workflows using SharePoint Designer and Nintex.

Experienced in applications packaging and scripting using PowerShell.

Ability to designing and customize InfoPath or WEB enabled forms to include branding customizations.

Advanced coding, testing and implementing solutions in a SharePoint Foundation 2010 environment.

Analyzing technologies, technical processes and/or functions; documenting findings, identifying areas for improvement and creating specifications to implement.

Strong problem solving & analytical skills to resolve technical problems; an understanding of business requirements and IT strategies. Good communication skills (verbal and written) to all levels of the business.

November 2011 – August 2012, Information Systems Solutions

Supporting US SOUTHCOM, Miami, FL

Sr. SharePoint Architect

Provided proficient expertise on the development and optimization of several internal SharePoint and .NET systems on large and small scale projects.

Managed entire SharePoint collaboration project for USSOUTHCOM in over 6 countries. (1 developer, 2 administrators and 1 system administrator)

Develop, administer, and support all SharePoint and .NET services and SharePoint Portal servers for external clients.

Implement MS tools such as Visual Studio, SQL, MS SQL Server and other application tools/languages in contribution to both large and small projects in the .NET Framework.

Implement Microsoft tools creating site templates and master pages.

Proficiency using Microsoft Office InfoPath 2007 and 2010

Ability to follow ITIL practices.

Experience with how to build a successful SharePoint taxonomy.

Experience with planning and configuring SharePoint metadata, managing terms, term sets, and groups.

Experience in implementing Microsoft tools (SharePoint 2007, SharePoint 2010, Microsoft Server)

Experience with Microsoft Exchange 2010

Experience with Microsoft Lync 2010

Experience with the following languages; HTML, DHTML, jQuery, C#, XSL, CAML.

Develop and administer workflows using SharePoint Designer 2007 and 2010.

Perform technical review and systems analysis on SharePoint backups and server maintenance.

Develop, administer, and support all SharePoint and .NET services and SharePoint Portal servers for CENTRIXS

May 2011 – November 2011, IntePros Federal

Supporting Joint Chief of Staff, Pentagon, Arlington, VA

SharePoint and .NET Applications Management Specialist

Develop, administer, and support all SharePoint and .NET services and SharePoint Portal servers for IntePros and external clients.

Implement MS tools such as Visual Studio, SQL, MS SQL Server and other application tools/languages in contribution to both large and small projects in the .NET Framework.

Implement Microsoft tools creating site templates and master pages.

Proficiency using Microsoft Office InfoPath 2007 and 2010

Developed and converted 100s of documents to digital copies using Microsoft InfoPath

Experience in implementing Microsoft tools (SharePoint 2007, SharePoint 2010, Microsoft Server)

Experience with Microsoft Exchange 2010

Experience with Microsoft Lync 2010

Develop and administer workflows using SharePoint Designer 2007 and 2010

Perform technical review and systems analysis on SharePoint backups and server maintenance.

December 2009 – April 2011, Seismic, LLC

Supporting National Security Agency, Baltimore, MD

Senior SharePoint Engineer /Administrator

Provided expertise installing SharePoint and deploying custom SharePoint solutions. Also effectively responsible for the management of SharePoint users, groups, and sites.

Developed and maintained associated training plans for SharePoint administration.

Worked with management defining and designing effective software solutions.

Experience in implementing Microsoft tools (SharePoint 2007, SharePoint 2010, Microsoft Server)

Gather, coordinate, and understand end-user requirements to develop effective solutions utilizing ITIL processes.

Experience with ITIL Best Practices as it relates to Configuration, Change, and Release Management.

Proficiency using Microsoft Office InfoPath 2007

Experience with Microsoft Exchange 2010

Limited experience with Microsoft Lync 2010

Administered and managed SharePoint farms and databases implementing Microsoft tools through SQL.

October 2008 - December 2009, MacAulay Brown, Inc.

Supported Joint Force Headquarters – National Capital Region (JFHQ-NCR), Washington, D.C.

Operations Specialist

Developed and maintained all SharePoint web-based applications supporting legacy application of SharePoint 2003 and upgrade of SharePoint 2007. Worked with both users and the leadership team to define requirements, design an effective software solution, and maintain Web Pages and applications as requested by users.

Worked with Microsoft SharePoint 2007 and Microsoft Office SharePoint Designer 2007. Responsibilities included creating, modifying and deleting SharePoint users, groups, and document libraries.

Trained subordinate and component personnel on Homeland Security Information Network, and SharePoint 2003. Developed, updated, and facilitated quarterly training/certification programs for approximately 50 personnel per session. Drafted training aids for SharePoint 2003 and other collaborative tools.

February 2007 – June 2008, Capstone Corporation

Supported National Guard and US Navy

Operations Manager/Team Lead

Supported the Operation Planning Group, Threat Working Group, and Crisis Action Team for the United Stated Navy, Navy Operations Center. Directed emergency response teams, and conducted employee training and supervised a staff of 10 employees.

Responsible for Systems Administration on Windows operating systems. Responsibilities included: troubleshooting all computer equipment, adding & deleting users, and managing user rights.

Ensured compliance and systems functionality while managing the FPS (Force Protection System) web application. This special-access web application was used to collaborate with Federal and Local law enforcement agencies during exercises for emergency planning.

Managed the classified C4I system/web application for real-time, global communication maintenance. Customized this web application to specific organization users & AOR (Area of Responsibility).

Maintained & oversaw the Defense Synchronization Events Log (DSEL) web application that kept real-time records of information and incidents during crises. Created customized web pages and GUIs for each organization.

Served as senior advisor to the NDW Current Operations Officer and CNIC Headquarters directorates in the Chain of Command.

August 2004 - February 2007, Davis Page Management Systems

Supported Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

Security Specialist

Responsible for all computer related issues to include the input, storage, retrieving, compiling and updating of information in various relational databases and reporting formats using standard or specialized office automations equipment (Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint) and various software packages within the intelligence community.

February 1997 – October 2004, United States Marine Corps

Staff Non-Commissioned Officer

Responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting a variety of computer equipment. Accountable for software and hardware Systems Administration duties including: systems performance, troubleshooting, software installations, hardware maintenance and set-up. Used both COTS and GOTS products, in addition to confidential software packages, applications and web applications.

Education

Currently pursuing a BS in Information Systems, Strayer University

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