Randy Smith
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Over ** years of data systems, processing and information technology experience including software/hardware implementation, database administration/development, computer repair, technical support, and detailed analysis on various software applications
Experience as an IT manager for mid-west operations overseeing strategic information systems planning, development of end user support systems, and all disaster recovery plans
Key strengths:
Organized
Excellent problem solver
Strong documentation skills
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS SUMMARY
Project Management
Budget management, Documentation library rollout, System Migration
Database Administration
Oracle, SQL Server, Access
Network Management
Novell, NT, TCP/IP, NETBUI, FTP, TFTP, UDP, IP, VPN, Telnet, HTTP
Computer Operations
DOS, Windows10/11, 2019, Unix
Systems Analysis
SQL, TSQL, PL/SQL, Crystal Reports, Power BI
Software Systems
Microsoft 365, VMware, Veeam Backup, Ivanti Systems, Corel Office 2000, Lotus Smart Suite
Web systems
IIS, ASP, Java, HTTP, VB Script, Outlook, Lotus Notes, Exchange, Dreamweaver, Tomcat
Lab Information Systems
Orchard Software (Copia and Harvest), TrueMed LIS/CRM cloud software
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
04/20 to Present - Patients Choice Laboratories Indianapolis, IN
IT/LIS Specialist / IT Manager
Set up the department budget and do IT equipment purchase for the laboratory and remote users.
Plans, schedules, and implement hardware and software installations and upgrades (Microsoft 365).
Responsible for developing certification documentation for core functions and system procedures.
Provides timely support on issues with network and data communication areas.
Provide on-call support for remote employees when needed.
Responsible for providing prompt service to in-house users with PC problems and documenting workable solutions.
Manage in-house projects, work with and acquire new vendors as needed for these projects.
04/03 to 04/20 - Bell Techlogix Indianapolis, IN, (As a Contractor for Epson America, Inc.)
System Support Specialist,
Plans, schedules, and implement hardware and software installations and upgrades (Ivanti LanDesk).
Responsible for developing documentation for core functions and system procedures.
Provides timely support on issues in network and data communication areas.
Responsible for all distributed printing and RF guns in the warehouse LAN (Ivanti Avalanche).
Responsible for setting up and providing support for web and FTP servers.
Responsible for providing prompt service to users with PC problems and documenting workable solutions.
Provide on-call support for weekend and second shift employees when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by management
09/91 to 03/03 - MICRODYNE (L3) - Indianapolis, IN (As a Contractor for Epson America, Inc.)
MID-WEST IT MANAGER and DBA 08/00 to 2003
Responsible for all IT functions with Microdyne Outsourcing in the Mid-West including the following: budget management, maintaining service level agreements on contracts, developing/maintaining a documentation control plan, maintaining software licenses/services agreements and supervising all database administrations
Oversee the IT helpdesk and projects list
Functioned as the on-site project manager for the opening of a new center in Columbus, OH
ORACLE DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR / APPLICATION SUPPORT (09/96 to 08/00)
Responsible for all Oracles databases with Microdyne Outsourcing nationwide. Responsibilities included backup, performance tuning, migration and configuration of all Oracles databases, plus license and services agreement maintenance
Analyzed repair information using SQL, Access, and Crystal Reports. Controlled the distribution of information from engineering to technicians for the testing and repair of computers, monitors, and printers using Internet and Intranet web servers
Technology Used: Oracle, SQL, Access, and Crystal Reports
TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST (09/91 to 09/96
Supervised the testing and repair of computers, monitors and printers. Specialized in difficult and complex repairs. Acted as the system administrator working with Novell, Lotus and Access
9/90 to 9/91 - CSX/SEA Land Logistics - Indianapolis, IN (As a Contractor for Epson America, Inc.)
REPAIR SUPERVISOR
Supervised the servicing and repair of computers, monitors and printers. Had responsibility for the repair department with up to 28 employees
EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
ITT Technical Institute, Indianapolis, IN
BACHELORS APPLIED SCIENCE ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (GPA 3.8)
BACHELORS APPLIED SC AUTOMATED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY (GPA 3.9)
Network + Certified Professional
Oracle Certified Professional – DBA