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Customer Service Procurement Specialist

Location:
Los Angeles, CA
Salary:
165,000
Posted:
March 25, 2023

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Peter Hunt

Lakewood, CA ***** 310-***-**** adv4ub@r.postjobfree.com LinkedIn

Chief Integration Engineer

Discipline – Capability Development – Computer Information Systems

Dynamic Chief Integration Engineer with 20+ years of exceptional track record, strong written and verbal communication skills, and superior technical knowledge. Adept problem-solver with ability to think and act efficiently. Proactive, results-driven, constant learner thrives in collaborative environments. Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, extremely professional, and customer service oriented. Passionate about new technology, process improvements and system integration. Remote work ready. Willing to travel 50%.

Key Competencies & Skills

Collaboration • Agile Environment • Communication • Problem Solving • Budgets • Time Management • Cloud • Risk Analysis • Leadership • Mentoring • Team Leadership • Presentations • System Architecture • Technical Management • Certified Itilver3 • 360 Management • FLUKE LAN Meter Tester & Network Cable Tester • Sunset, T-COM & T-BERD Telecommunications • Dsx Interfaces • Glenayre Modular Voice Processor (MVP) • Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND) • Networks • Security Engineering • Product Installation • Applications • Lucent G3Si Switch System • Microsoft Disk Operating System (MS-DOS V6.22) • Comtia A+ • MNE • MCP • 2K Administrator • Marconi ATM Switch TNX 210

Professional Experience

DirectTV 02/2001 – Present

Broadcast Systems Engineer: Perform system management and maintenance and new project design, integrating and implementation. Maintain asset management and inventory control and direct procurement of networking and broadcasting systems. Create expense forecasts and ensure budget compliance. Lead team of 20+ and inform senior executives of power trending and average costs. Work as procurement specialist and asset management lifecycle professional.

Key Competencies: Time Management, Leadership, Organizational, Capability development, Functional Analysis

Generated ads to Set Top Box, on time and in budget by integrating new advertising software into DTV linear systems

●Collaborated with multiple external vendors to source hardware on time

●Installed and configured all systems ahead of production launch

●Inspired team to execute physical build in advance of time parameters allowing rapid application installation

Key Competencies: Technical leadership, System Integration, Development Activities, Strategic Planning, CISA

Migrated hardware to new location at lease end with zero user downtime or system failures

●Consulted with application owners to develop schedule on system move and backed up for post power up

●Executed phased relocation of systems that required downtime maintenance

●Scrutinized all systems at new location, powered up, and tested connectivity

Key Competencies: Cross Functional Leadership, Process Improvement, New Services, Technical Planning, Analysis

Decreased outsourcing costs through creation and design of mobile device testing at Data Center

●Decommissioned old hardware for space and redesigned or retrofitted cabinets to accommodate mobile devices

●Assembled, set up, and configured all devices

●Created hardware remote capabilities to control systems, verified network, and directed testing

Key Competencies: Information Security, Technology Investment, Assessment, Leadership, Cybersecurity

Improved intelligence monitoring, integration planning, and asset management by installing DCIM software

●Negotiated with vendor on correct software configuration enabling multiple monitoring points on one system

●Sourced, installed, and licensed hardware, set up and configured all devices to report to software tool (Sunbird)

●Developed dashboard for end users, enabled executive report facility, and lowered kW usage

Key Competencies: Supportability, Communication, Problem Solving, Customer Requirements, CRM, Analysis

Mobilized team to supply on-air support for live NFL sporting event

●Examined and tested primary and back up paths (Satellite and Fiber) and ran test prior to game day

●Confirmed paths up and transmitting and fiber links authorized from venue on game day

●Directed post break down and set up analysis

Key Competencies: Technology Investment, Computer Information Systems, Emerging Technologies, Dedication

Headed integration for data center hardware development and shaped installation and design of cabinet locations

●Collaborated with engineers to install power PDUs, cameras, and cross connects to existing cages

●Scheduled and completed new fiber to cages prior to hardware distribution

●Delivered application readiness on time and on budget

Key Competencies: Collaboration, Leadership, Specifications, Technology, Verification, Technical Expertise

Converted Cisco 7600 to 9500 version, scheduled maintenance downtime, sourced, and designed new rack elevations

●Created cabling design and Bill of Material (BOM) for any new hardware requirements

●Executed MOP with comprehensive back up plans and coordinated team to ensure support during changeover

●Conducted backup scripts to confirm all systems operational, evaluated new software, and monitored systems

Key Competencies: Collaboration, Leadership, Communications, Vendor Relationship Management

Minimized launch delays multiple times over 20 years by leveraging vendor relationships

●Collaborated with multiple vendors for hardware and software licenses among other items

●Directed internal asset tracking for procured HW and SW for multiple scrum teams

●Assisted other teams to bring in lead times for projects by procuring HW through known vendors

Other Relevant Experience

Microdyne, Torrance, CA Senior Technician 2000 - 2001

Hawaiian Gardens Casino, Hawaiian gardens, CA Video Technician 1999 – 2000

Education

Fresno State University, Fresno, CA

Bachelor of Science – Computer Science (In Process)

DeVry University, Napierville, IL

MCSP and MCP: Computer Engineering

California Education Institute, Carson, CA

Computer Networking for N2, W2K Pro Administration

Cisco Networking 2500 and 2900 switches

A+ Certified

Certified Itilver3 Professional

El Camino College, Torrance, CA

Associate of Arts



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