The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

Updated legacy applications and rolled out additional regions
Migrated Oracle 12c to 19c
Identified and improved MS SQL performance issues
Migrated legacy vibration analysis application and data from a proprietary database to MS SQL.
Created a modern SharePoint intranet for the Beaumont site
Supported all of Chemical’s US sites
Updated legacy documentation
Improved Houston dispatch operations by creating Oracle databases, tablespaces, and user setups, and implementing a more efficient process for logging and admitting trucks, resulting in reduced demurrage charges.

Software Development Architect

BB Energy Trading Ltd.

During my time at BB Energy, I fortified the organization's IT infrastructure with my technical expertise. I managed a hybrid Microsoft Azure environment, ensuring uninterrupted global operations.

My role included asset management, access control, and troubleshooting complex technical issues. I led the migration of critical systems to the cloud, optimizing Citrix-based CTRM, ETRM, and Accounting systems. I enhanced cybersecurity through migrating BB USA's antivirus to the cloud. 

In the face of Texas' historic ice storm, I implemented vital workarounds to ensure business continuity, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills. I also strengthened facility access controls and led a $20k UPS project to enhance power resilience.

I collaborated effectively with colleagues worldwide, earning recognition as a skilled team builder. My oversight of vendor contracts controlled costs. My BB Energy experience reinforced my commitment to delivering innovative solutions and seamless system integration.

Information Technology Administrator

ExxonMobil

Managed programming, maintenance, and administration for a $180B company's Beaumont plant automation environment. Supported mixed DCS with 30+ servers, remote stations, controllers, and IO. Oversaw DCS upgrades, ensured vendor compliance, and led successful rollouts with process enhancements.Diagnosed and optimized automation issues, improving performance and stability.

Provided critical on-call support, ensuring maximum uptime. Achieved rapid response times, including full web server restoration within 4 hours and reducing call-outs to 99% uptime.

Resolved interface issues with external SAP systems, developing automated compliance processe and flagged errant documents for review, ensuring seamless integration.

Trained Packaging supervisors on new software, addressing software and hardware issues for successful rollouts. Designed and implemented an efficient asset tracking solution using dynamic SharePoint lists.

Administered user and system administration, including network devices and access-control lists. Acted as a local SharePoint subject matter expert, providing training and coordination across ExxonMobil sites.

Operating System Specialist

EMCO Technologies

Temp to hire at ExxonMobil's largest Mobil1 facility.

Beaumont Independent School District

Extracted, Transformed, & Loaded TEA grant data in collaboration with the Michael and Susan Dell Foundation.

Provided technical analysis and support for district-developed business intelligence solutions, working with Microsoft and IBM database technologies.

Mentored staff and faculty on campus-deployed technologies, both in person and remotely.

Supported a wide range of technologies, including servers, mainframes, and desktop systems.

Computer Programmer

MD Anderson Cancer Center

Recommended and assisted with implementation of new Liebert cooling system for data center.
Provided end user support by phone and in person with all levels of employees.
Monitored and ensured maximum system availability for both Microsoft server based hospital applications and legacy mainframe hospital data systems including VMS based technologies.
Supported server, mainframe, and desktop technologies including printer technologies.
Performed all necessary support functions continuously for 72 hours straight during tropical storm Allison enabling essential services to continue as the medical center underwent massive flooding, inaccessibility, and staffing shortages all above and beyond what was required.  Received commendations for my efforts.

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As a Software Development Architect at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, I apply my 20 years of IT experience and my MS in Management Information Systems to solve complex and compelling problems. I have a passion for technology and a knack for puzzles and problem-solving. I am confident in using any programming language, but I specialize in T-SQL, C#, and databases.

I have successfully updated legacy applications, migrated Oracle and MS SQL databases, created a modern SharePoint intranet, and improved dispatch operations for Goodyear's Chemical US sites. I have also supported the automation environment of the Beaumont plant, overseeing the upgrade of distributed-control systems (DCS), supervising vendor contract compliance, and diagnosing automation issues. I enjoy working with diverse and dynamic teams, and I always strive to go beyond the normal.

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