It Specialist Information Systems

GEORGE KELLY, JR.

************@*****.*** • MABLETON, GA • 678-***-****

HIGH LEVEL SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE

Senior level IT specialist with years of experience across a myriad of diverse application development platforms. Highly competent with a full range of expertise in many programming and markup languages including but not limited to Visual Basic, C#, Python, React w/Typescript, JavaScript, HTML, and JSON. Possess extensive hands-on experience with IT related infrastructure (hardware, software, and networking and security appliances) that are used to support and manage enterprise IT environments with a focus on business continuity. Proficient knowledge of cloud computing services, machine learning, Artificial Intelligence (AI) modeling and Natural Language Processing (NLP) solutions. Demonstrates artistic creativity with the production of compelling visual content for digital marketing initiatives (web design, email and marketing/branding campaigns) in support of various business objectives. A proven leader who has competently conducted the performance of cross-functional teams, with an emphasis on keeping team members focused on objectives and timelines. Keen ability to think strategically while developing innovative solutions through collaboration with stakeholders from within and/or outside of the organization. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

With over three decades of hands-on experience and active engagement in diverse technologies and their infrastructures, I provide a deep commitment to advancing the strategic objectives of an organization. My proven leadership skills are evidenced by a demonstrated history of leading diverse teams and managing complex projects to fruition. As a team leader, I excel in planning, facilitation and delegation. As a strategic thinker, I consistently contribute to an organization’s success through innovative problem solving utilizing the most current technological resources available. Core strengths include:

• Proficient in conceptualizing, designing, and implementing enterprise-level information systems and computing solutions, with a hands-on approach honed through practical experience,

• Skilled in configuring, deploying, and monitoring security appliances, ensuring robust protection and proactive threat detection within organizational environments,

• Experienced in developing comprehensive security controls and processes to safeguard data and information systems, ensuring adherence to security policies, standards and regulatory requirements,

• Possess years of hands-on experience detailing the requirements and features for information systems and its related hardware and software to ensure it meets the needs of a particular system, application or solution,

• Expert level capabilities for the configuration, deployment, and maintenance of DNS, web, syslog and email servers, ensuring optimal functionality and reliability for enterprise- wide infrastructure.

• Proficient in the development of comprehensive disaster recovery policies, ensuring resilience and continuity in critical business operations,

• Advanced proficiency using HTML and CSS for

development, with a track record of creating visually appealing and responsive web interfaces,

• Accomplished in a myriad of programming languages and frameworks including Visual Basic, C#, .NET, JavaScript, Python, React (with TypeScript), and .Net Entity

Framework,

• Possess a high competency in database schema design, implementation (table design, development of stored procedures, etc.) and maintenance,

• Consultation and Technical Assistance Skillset

• Experienced with managing Business Operations, personnel development, project management, problem exploration

(individual or team based) as well as data-informed strategic planning,

• Stakeholder Engagement

• Documentation & Policy Creation

• Planning and Facilitating Meetings and Training Sessions

• Contract Negotiations

• Industrial Equipment Specification and Procurement

• Client and Supply Chain Engagement

• Highly Skilled In Collaborating With Cross-functional Teams

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional

(CISSP)

CAREER

PRINTING SYSTEMS • JANUARY 2000 -PRESENT

Marietta, Georgia

Printing Systems specializes in providing turnkey industrial printing solutions in support of on-package promotions hosted by consumer goods companies.

Senior IT Specialist

As Senior IT Consultant, I specialize in designing, specifying, and implementing enterprise-grade solutions that align with the organization’s strategic business objectives. My role encompasses providing expert guidance on the development and deployment of scalable IT systems, with a focus on ensuring operational continuity, robust data security, and compliance with privacy regulations. Director of Technology

As Director Technology, I was responsible for providing technical expertise and guidance for development, implementation and deployment of the organization’s flagship turnkey solution in addition to supporting and cultivating client relationships. Responsibilities included,

• Managed a cross-functional team that included 10 staffed application developers and varying contracted vendors, overseeing all aspects of project planning, execution, and delivery to ensure high-quality infrastructure and software solutions,

• Architecting, procuring and deploying the organization’s network infrastructure.

• Facilitating the specification, procurement and implementation of hardware, software, and creation associated policies in accordance with the requirements of the organization in support of the business objectives,

• Recommending computer hardware, software and protocols for personnel in accordance with the requirements of the organization.

• Integration of security measures and protocols to ensure business continuity.

• Documentation of standard operating procedures and processes in accordance with the current standards for maintaining the safety and integrity of an organization’s data and proprietary assets.

• Negotiating contracts and managing relationships with supply chain vendors, clients and regulatory agencies.

• Utilized programming languages and technologies to create and/or revise the organization’s new and existing applications.

• Instituting versioning and change management for the life cycle of application and information systems.

• Architecting, deploying and maintaining databases for optimal performance in support of organizational and client requirements.

• Creation of policies, procedures and processes in support of business continuity (BC) and disaster recovery objectives (DR). OWENS-ILLINOIS• AUGUST 1996 -DECEMBER 1999

Perrysburg, Ohio – Closure Division

Owens-Illinois (OI-Glass) is an American company that specializes in container glass products. It is one of the world's leading manufacturers of packaging products, holding the position of largest manufacturer of glass containers in North America, South America, Asia-Pacific and Europe. Position(s) held -

Director of New Technology

As Director of New Technology, I was responsible for providing technical expertise and guidance on engineering matters in support of (1) new equipment design, installation, certification, and continuous improvement (2) existing manufacturing equipment and processes for all manufacturing facilities within the organization and (3) the Division for new technology development. Corporate Electrical Engineer

As a member of the engineering staff, I was responsible for providing technical expertise and guidance on electrical engineering matters in support of

(1) new equipment design, installation, certification, and continuous improvement, (2) existing manufacturing equipment and processes for all manufacturing facilities within the organization and (3) the Division for new technology development. The responsibilities included,

• Managing thirty-six (36) member team of innovation specialists specializing in equipment design and process improvement

• Providing electrical engineering expertise to the engineering and new technology departments.

• Designing new control systems for new equipment.

• Designing new control systems for process improvement.

• Providing specifications for new equipment.

• Managing equipment procurement and installation.

• Managing budgets for technology initiatives.

• Reporting performance (goals, feasibility, economic impact, etc.) of projects.

• Customizing machinery user interfaces.

• Creating programmable logic controller code.

• Revising programmable logic controller code for process and efficiency improvements.

• Managing software versioning and system backups.

• Project management of engineering projects.

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate solutions for manufacturing improvements and/or proficiency.

• Creating policies (SOPs, safety, preventive maintenance, etc.) and associated training documentation.

• Providing training and educational sessions for personnel.

• Supervising maintenance personnel.

• Managing contractors and other stakeholders to ensure integration of engineered solutions.

• Certifying electrical design schematics for new equipment design.

• Revising existing electrical design schematics to document improvements to manufacturing efficiency.

• Fostering best practices across the organization by collaborating with key stakeholders within all facilities to implement production improvements obtained from engineering and/or manufacturing improvements.

• Collaborating with vendors to customize application software for compliance with the organization’s objectives and standards. LIBBEY-OWENS-FORD • APRIL 1995-AUGUST 1996

Sherman, Texas

Libby-Owens-Ford produces OEM automotive glass components such as windshields, side windows and back windows, as well as modular components that include value-added molded and encapsulated features. Position(s) held -

Electrical Engineer

As a member of the engineering staff, I was responsible for providing technical expertise and guidance on electrical engineering matters in support of manufacturing, which included.

• Providing electrical engineering expertise to the engineering department.

• Designing new control systems for process improvement.

• Providing specifications for new equipment.

• Managing equipment procurement and installation

• Revising programmable logic controller code for process and efficiency improvements.

• Managing software versioning and system backups

• Project management of engineering projects.

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate solutions for manufacturing improvements and/or proficiency.

• Creating policies (SOPs, safety, preventive maintenance, etc.) and associated training documentation.

• Providing training and educational sessions for personnel.

• Supervising maintenance personnel.

• Managing contractors and other stakeholders to ensure integration of engineered solutions. HARBISON WALKER REFRACTORIES • JULY 1990-APRIL 1995 Bessemer, Alabama January 1994 – August 1996

Engineering Supervisor

Fairfield, Alabama July 1990 – December 1993

Position(s) held -

Maintenance Supervisor

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

Application Development (Front, Back-end and Desktop) Web Design & Hosting

Industrial Equipment Design

Customer Relationship Marketing

Secondary Packaging Manufacturing

Marketing/Advertising/Branding

Consumer Goods Manufacturing

Industrial Conveyance

Quick Service Restaurant

Bottle Closure Manufacturing

Windshield Manufacturing (Aftermarket)

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Brick Refractory Manufacturing

EDUCATION/ LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS

Recent Certifications

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), November 2024 Certified in Cybersecurity May 2024

Microsoft OpenHack: App Modernization with NoSQL, December 2022 Microsoft OpenHack: Migrating Microsoft Workloads to Azure, September 2022 Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, July 2022 Formal Education

University of Alabama, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering APPLICATION AND PROGRAMMING INTERFACES

Adobe Creative Suite

Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code

Koala SASS Development Platform

Microsoft Office

Microsoft SQL Server

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