VMware Resume

Title
VMware

Primary Skills
VMWARE, Citrix

Location
US-TX-Dallas (will consider relocating)

Posted
May-12-09

Summary
Senior Solution Architect & Technical Consultant skilled in architecture, implementation, migration, and management of and to Microsoft platforms. Expertise includes Virtualization technologies (Microsoft Hyper V, VMWare, HA, DS, Citrix), enterprise solution operations, ERP, P&L responsibility, CRM, e-Commerce, Disaster Recovery and Security (SAN Certified), Out Sourcing, Supply chain (SCM). Results focused team player whose leadership sets the pace for winning performance. I have solutions-based business development experience in a consulting environment, Proven C-level relationship development, and retention capabilities. I am experienced in large enterprise projects in a variety of industries, including government, insurance, communications, retail, and petrochemical industries. Familiar with all Microsoft Stack software, as well as Microsoft Business Solution stack software. Essential functions include: Driving business development efforts across multiple discipline, revenue generation/business growth, and cost savings. Experienced in IT Optimization and Infrastructure Solutions, Architecture and the latest Data Center Strategy Design principles, IT Infrastructure Design principles, and product line technologies pertaining to: Distributed Systems, Intel, IBM, HP, AIX, & Linux platforms), Storage (DASD, SAN, NAS, Tape), Software - Server and Storage Virtualization, Server Provisioning, High Availability, Networks, and Security. Experience in designing and determining solution design objectives related to the Project and lead, guide the efforts of others in these areas. Expert in virtualization by becoming a pioneer in that field worked with Alpha stage server virtualization software: VMware, Connectix and Microsoft (Hyper V, HyperV, AppV, VMM, SCCM),. Through the years, I have architected and implemented a number of complex virtualization solutions for Fortune 1000 clients.

Experience
IBM, GTS, ESMT, Sr. IT/Virtualization Solution Architect 2006-Present
Involved in different projects as a Sr. Microsoft solution architect, Windows 2003, 2008 implementation and migration including Exchange (2007) servers. My experience is in Active Directory, Exchange, SAN, Bladecenter, X-Servers, VMWare, MS Virtual Server, Clustering, Quest, ISA server. I am infrastructure specialist in Microsoft technology.
• BHP Billiton: Current project to support BHP international with their IBM Wintel based xSeries servers deployment, their Active Directory and Exchange 2007 build out, implementation of VMWare, MS Clustering, VERITAS Clustering
• City of New York Comptroller's Office: Sr. Infrastructure Architect to consolidate their datacenter, rack and stack IBM xSeries servers, design, plan and implantation of their Active Directory, exchange 2007. Design, plan and implementation of VMWare infrastructure and specific network for virtualization.
• Belo: Sr. Infrastructure Architect for nationwide AD and Exchange migration and implementation project
• CAP: Sr. Infrastructure Architect for NT4.0 to Windows 2000/3 AD and exchange migration, DR
• CPAIS: Sr. Infrastructure Architect - AD and exchange implementation and migration from NT4.0 to Windows 2003
• ING: Sr. Infrastructure Architect - BDR operation supporting Microsoft platform, implemented AD & exchange world wide
• SME VIA (Virtual Infrastructure Access, VMWare, Citrix) , Sr. Infrastructure Architect for VIA IBM initiative and majority of virtualization software tools from VMWare, Platespin - Provided disaster recovery and physical-to-virtual conversion for VMs
• Wintel Architect experienced in Microsoft High-Availability architectures and implementations
• Hotchkiss School: Designed and implemented VMware HA, DS cluster using IBM blade center hardware
• Wal-Mart: High level design and in process of implementation of Wal-Mart S-series blade center server consolidation project using VMware and Citrix's XenServer and XenDesktop. VMware implementation of HA and DS.
• RBS: Datacenter Relocation and migration project. Migration of DC from Chicago, IL to Edinburgh, Scotland as part of DC exit and business separation. Lead WINTEL architect, managed team of eight to migrate around 900 WINTEL servers to Edinburgh, Scotland. Proposed and define solution for migrating data and cloning of servers.
ePartners Inc. Sr. Technology Solution Architect 2005-2006
Performed solution architect duties relating to MS Windows Stack software and the Microsoft Business Solution Suite, including Windows 2000/3, Exchange 2000/3, SQL Server 2000, Sharepoint, CRM, Axapta, and Great Plains.

• Prepared infrastructure analysis, system design, and implementation.
• Conducted infrastructure assessments which detailed current infrastructure environment, identified business goals, and determined roadmap to comply with current and future business needs.
• Prepared detailed hardware recommendations, including all system hardware and software, and SAN's.
• Performed system implementation. Prepared and executed infrastructure upgrades and migrations.
• Prepared detailed responses to RFP's outlining hardware and software recommendations, implantation timelines, and resource requirements. Conducted Proof of Concept testing for detailed system design.

Anavidere Technologies -- ECM-I, Dallas, Texas, 2001-2005
Senior executive Director, Professional Svcs, Sr. Principle Solution Architect
Account executive responsible for defining corporate and enterprise wide IT strategic plans for our clients. The overall objective is on Microsoft Platform and Cisco networking defining, optimizing, and aligning client's business strategies with its Information Technology initiative. Responsible for providing with an extensive array functional and industry experience, assist our clients in developing innovative "digital business”, commerce strategies, and solutions.
Windows Enterprise Management Solution includes:
Client Remote Control, Hardware and Software Inventory, Automated IT Asset Management, Electronic Software Distribution, Installation, and Removal, Change and Configuration Management, Proactive Performance Monitoring, Environment Event Management, Alerting and Notifications, Intelligent Agents, Rules and Automated responses, Embedded Knowledge Base and Management Packs, Graphical & Web-based Reporting and Trend analysis
ATI utilizes the following tools and methods to anticipate problems before they arise:
Microsoft Operations Manager (MOM) 2.0, Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) 2.0, .Net IQ Extended Management Packs (XMP), Design and Architecture, Implementation and Integration, Troubleshooting and Verification

ICG Commerce, Dallas, Texas, 2000-2001
Director, Professional Services
Played key role by focusing on implementation activities and customer service. Strategic in company's growth from
$5 million to $10 million in annual revenue. Increased installed base by 50% in 9 months, adding new revenue streams while expanding current business. Spearheaded multiple acquisitions and joint ventures, attaining high internal growth and national market expansion.

• I strategies and developed e-Commerce/Procurement site using Microsoft platform, utilizing windows2000, ASP, NET and SQL Server Technology.
• Designed 3 emerging markets with $2 million in revenue projected in first 9 months of operation. Key role in capturing number one market position and driving revenue by 45%. Grew profit rate through innovative product management.
• Spearheaded implementation of fee-based marketing plan adopted by leading Asian financial institution.
• Designed industry's first fault-tolerant communication system that processed 30,000+ transactions per second. Identified business requirements for IT infrastructure tracking up to 500 product sources through complex Web-based system.


PriceWaterhouseCoopers LLP, Dallas, Texas, 1997-2000
Senior Principle, Cross Industry Practice
Conceived and implemented new strategic direction adding diverse consulting capabilities to core Information Technology services within Enterprise Management Practice. I was in charge of Microsoft platform and technologies practice. I reengineered staff and focus of departments including sales and consulting. Developed and implemented strategic marketing and disaster recovery plans for fortune 500 corporations.

• I generated $3-5 million in new consulting business contracts. Managed global practice of 75 professionals in UK and US.
• Responsible for Ford Motor Company ($17 million contract) and Goodyear Tire & Rubber ($53 million contract).
• Identified $15 million acquisition target in the retail packaging industry, conducted due diligence and negotiations.
• Created and implemented e-commerce strategy that drove company's growth from $5 million to $25 million in 2 year.
• I defined Microsoft platform practice definition and impact on consulting business.
• Applied "balanced scorecard" strategy and techniques at fortune 500 corporations.
• Created risk management system and disaster recovery plans for security trading unit

Unisys Corporation, Chicago, IL, 1995-1997
Senior Managing Principle
I was recruited to startup Microsoft systems and networking solutions practice for Midwest region. I managed marketing and implementation of Microsoft platform systems and global Networks for fortune 500 corporations.

• I built Microsoft systems and networking practice generating $10+ million in new business annually. Managed staff of 25 consultants engaged in multi million dollar-consulting projects for Chicago Board of Trade, American Express, and Chase Bank.
• Produced nearly $6 million annual savings while increasing financial flexibility.
• Piloted planning and execution of multiple acquisitions including a $7 million consulting company.
• Conducted 25 management retreats for strategic planning with senior executives.

Alcatel Network Systems, Richardson, Texas, 1990-1995
Senior Solution Architect
Recruited to manage MIS functions in North America. Managed all corporate information assets, systems and networks. Leveraged information technology to reduce costs and increase productivity.

• Managed $1 million budget and 35 employees.
• Designed and implemented global MRP strategy that drove company's growth from $200 - $600 million in 4 years.
• Saved $6 million over 4 years by increasing inventory turns with global MRP II, EDI and Data warehousing systems.
• Played key role in securing $1 billion global agreement with Digital Computers.
• Planned and implemented global disaster recovery plans.
• Created and implemented performance metrics that improved efficiency by 35%.


Continuing Education & Qualifications

BS in Computer Science, (UK)
Professional education: Project Management Professional (PMP)


TECHNICAL TRAINING
Windows 2003 and Exchange 2000, Academies
Windows 20003 Boot Camp
Exchange 2000, 2007 Design and Implementation
VCP and VCDX in progress
CERTIFICATIONS
MCP Exchange
MCSE 2003 and Exchange 2003-2007, in progress
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Project Management Institute
SANS Institute


DETAILED PROJECT ADDENDUM
International Business
Sr. Solution Architect

Performed Proof-of-Concept testing for large, international roll-out of Microsoft CRM, leading to system acceptance. Also investigated various alternative deployment scenarios to mitigate WAN effects..
Prepared detailed migration plan for large international company, including server upgrades, desktop roll-out and upgrades, mail migration, testing, piloting, and training.

VARIOUS INDUSTRIES
Sr. Solution Architect

Performed infrastructure assessments and implementation plans for Microsoft Business Solution implementations, including MS CRM, Great Plains, Axapta, and Solomon. Frequently performed base system installations. Also performed testing of new version of MS CRM.

State Government
Project Manager
Performed project management duties during the design phase of an automated driver's licensing system. This system utilized a three-tier architecture on Windows 2000 with a SQL Server back end. Duties included team management of the network infrastructure support personnel, design of the help-desk system, migration planning, and configuration control.
Federal Government
Back-Office Support Specialist
Created automated server builds for a large-scale nation-wide roll-out of Exchange 2000. Design focused on builds created using Compaq's ASI build process and their Smart Start Scripting Toolkit. Innovations included using the ASI process on a WAN, performing builds through a firewall, and performing builds over slow links. Used the virtual floppy feature of the Remote Insight Board to create a build process that could be completely controlled from a remote location, improving installation efficiency and reducing cost, and developed a staged process to speed up multiple builds at remote sites.
Petroleum Industry
Exchange Support Specialist
Performed Level 3 and 4 support for users migrating to Microsoft Exchange 2000. Also performed migrations. Investigated issues arising during migration, usually relating from Active Directory issues, permissions problems, or conference room setup and access issues. Discovered low-level Windows permissions solution to majority of conference room permissions problems.
City Government
Back-Office Support Specialist
Performed back-office support for a city-wide migration and system integration effort to consolidate a large city government onto a single e-mail system, involving approximately 20,000 users. Performed system design and server builds. Completed migrations primarily from cc:Mail and other Exchange systems. Developed a scripted process to automate as much of the migration as possible. Trouble shot migration and post-migration issues.







Media Industry
Back-Office Support Specialist
Performed back-office support for a nation-wide migration and system integration effort in the cable industry. Completed migrations from a variety of e-mail systems to Exchange: msMail, cc:Mail, Notes, POP mail, and others. Documented and tested many of the migration procedures prior to implementation. Other duties included Level 3 support of on-site personnel during and after migration, resolving client problems.
Insurance Industry
Migration Consultant
Participated in the planning and development of an Exchange migration for one of the largest insurance companies, involving approximately 170,000 users, 160 servers, and 15,000 sites. Primary duties included client development and testing of both Outlook 98 and Outlook 2000, creating client deployment mechanisms and packages, support and training of all levels of help desk support, and assistance in development and implementation of end-user training. Other duties included assistance in developing the migration schedule.
Telecommunications Industry
System Administrator
Performed system administration and end-user support for an Exchange 5.5 system accessed through Outlook, Outlook Web Access, and Netscape Communicator clients on Windows and Unix systems. The Exchange site consisted of multiple OWA servers, LDAP servers, and Exchange servers accessed by approximately 1,000 users, and was available on a 24x7 basis.
Petroleum Industry
Migration Coordinator
Performed migration of approximately 1500 user's data from MS Mail to Exchange 5.5. Assisted with setup of Outlook client on Win 95 and NT systems. Also performed training of these users on the Outlook client, and provided level 2 and level 3 support for client issues and assisted in training help desk personnel on migration and client issues.
Petrochemical Industry
Migration Coordinator
Planned and coordinated a Win 95 and Win NT migration and Outlook deployment for a large company division consisting of approximately 750 users. Duties included gathering system and software inventory of these users, procuring necessary hardware, scheduling the migration, and handling issues raised by follow-up quality check. Set up an MS Access database system to track and report on migration activities. Multiple migration scenarios were possible depending on the initial hardware setup, and cascaded migrations were performed, where one user's computer might be swapped out and transferred to a lower-level user. All of these activities were tracked and coordinated using the Access system, which became a company-wide migration management tool.
Petroleum
Technical Analyst
Assisted in setup and deployment of an international Exchange 5.0 system. Primary duties included setup and testing of server equipment and assistance in client migration.

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