Bhisham Ramkeerat, MSc ********@*****.***
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Summary of Qualifications
Highly motivated and flexible individual with 10 years of progressive
experience in a variety of data processing. Proficient in critical analysis
of business requirements to provide 'out-of-the-box' solutions that adds
value to systems. Experienced in rapid prototyping of systems with existing
legacy resources providing proof of concept and viability of solutions to
management, before investing and spending dollars, which resulted in a
better ROI for new projects. Proficient at working with software
professionals in different regions and time zones. Provides tremendous
support to offshore team with regards to training, troubleshooting,
providing information, etc. Good communication skills and works well with
other teams to identify and fix issues - such as reprocessing, project
related work, troubleshooting, etc. Proficient in information technology
methodology from conceptual design through documentation, implementation,
user training, quality review, and enhancement.
Technical and Software Skills
. Languages: - Visual Basic 6.0, C, C++, Fortran, Assembly Language,
Pascal, VB.NET, ASP.NET, SQL, JCL, HTML5, Sencha Architect.
. Databases and Tools: MS SQL Server 2005/2008, MS Access, MS Project,
FrontPage, PowerPoint, WinHelp Workshop, Robohelp, Visio, Word, Excel,
WordPerfect, Outlook, Flash 5, Crystal Reports, Batch Manager, OCFM,
Navigator and Data Delivery.
. Operating Systems: Windows NT/95/98/ME/XP/2000/2003/Vista/7
Professional Experience
Nielsen Media Research
Process Owner 2013 - 2014
. Proficient in software development life cycle, including system
requirements, analysis, design, testing, training.
. Worked with offshore developers to develop and manage a consolidate
website (Support Operations User Portal - SOUP) for the mobile
measurement team.
. Trained team members on the functionality of the team website - SOUP.
. Employed root cause analysis to identify issues and develop process
improvements that led to cost savings.
. Provided data analysis and metrics for upper management to
demonstrate the current health and performance of the processes
within the group.
Coordinating Analyst 2010 - 2013
. Successfully leveraged system resources and staff to meet service
level agreements for client deliverables.
. Performed numerous reprocessing efforts to fix and correct data
resulting in file fixed mainframe flat and M204 files using Mainframe
MVS system and Job Control Language (JCL) manipulation.
. Participated actively in the launching of many new local people meter
markets from set meters.
. Provided outstanding customer-focused support and consulted with
clients on system configurations.
. Performed many data analysis to troubleshoot client inquires.
. Worked on employee capacity planning to ensure even distribution of
work load among team members.
. Worked with developers to design and implement new products and tools
for the team.
Senior Analyst 2008 - 2010
. Projected the Daily Sales Report, Weekly Stop Reports, and Circulation
Reports for management.
. Prepared reports/charts requested by management or other departments
in analyzing circulation performance.
. Demonstrated expertise to identify solutions, provide conclusions to
problems, and multi-task effectively.
. Maintained strict support schedules and documentation of monthly and
quarterly data reporting.
. Assisted in utilizing in-house systems to test installation as well as
registration techniques and fixes.
. Provided advice and assisted in acquiring research data and recommends
resolution to difficult problems.
. Proven ability to identify user requirements, review design options,
and recommend solution options.
. Routinely conducted critical database application backups,
maintenance, and disaster recovery.
. Created, formulated, and designed any necessary corrections to
computer spreadsheets for the above reports to make the appropriate
changes as required by management.
Nielsen Media Research
Analyst 2006 - 2008
. Assisted team to consistently meet client SLAs to ensure quality in
all processes and work assigned.
. Coordinated with delivery team process owners and team members across
different teams to meet goals.
. Successfully supported Local People Meters through production and
delivery.
. Successfully supported CW/MY network from startup through implemented.
. Assisted the team in implementing 10 years file retention for
mainframe files.
. Served as a technical/project leader for many Local People meter
implementation.
.
Associate Analyst 2005 - 2006
. Ensured proper setup and inspection of meter market cycle, station
changes, and exceptional processing.
. Monitored data loads and all client releases by performing inspections
on both mainframe and client server.
. Checked proper setup and communication of metered markets delays,
exclusions, and production issues.
. Assisted in developing tools that would minimize or eliminate manual
processes to improve research.
. Monitored proper setup, execution, and delivery of weekly, navigator
printed weekly and cycle processing.
. Provided support and technical guidance to contract staff, external
partners, and data providers.
. Provided hardware and software installations as well as applications
and hardware technical support.
Guyana Sugar Corporation (www.Guysuco.com) Guyana, SA
Computer Analyst/Programmer 2000 - 2001
. Consistently participated as a team member in the Computerization of a
Manual Payroll using Visual Basic 6.0. The payroll was for
approximately 20,000 weekly paid employees spanning five (5)
locations.
. Proven expertise demonstrated in performing analysis and documentation
of the Manual System.
. Produced a cost and benefit analysis of in-house development versus an
off-the-shelf package, and different in-house solutions with network
topology, location, and security were proposed.
. Actively participated in the modeling of data and the creation of
tables needed for the analysis process.
. Designed and coded front-end and middle-tier interfaces, such as:
forms, reports, and using Visual Basic.
Education
University of Phoenix
Master of Science in Computer Information Systems
St. Petersburg College
Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD)
University of South Florida
University of Guyana, Guyana, South America
Bachelor of Science Degree, Computer Science