IT Infrastructure Project Manager

Responsible for managing enterprise wide IT projects as assigned

Significant accomplishments include:

·              Management of a 2 year long acquisition and merger of 300 new branch locations

·              Managed a Server Hardening project for the enterprise

M&I Bank, Richfield, MN3/02 to 3/12

Sr. Project Manager-Enterprise Technologies

Responsible for implementation of large enterprise technology projects including MS Active Directory, Desktop Management (HP-Radia) and E-Mail Retention/review.

Significant accomplishments include:

•Installation, setup and configuration of a corporate project server (MS Project Server )

•Assembly and management of a cross-functional project team

•Development of a corporate project plan for implementation of MS Active Directory

•Ongoing management of the AD migration project for a user base of 8000 in a mixed Netware & NT environment

•Introduction and implementation of enterprise wide desktop management capabilities (Radia) including Remote Control, Patch Management, Software Distribution and Software/Hardware Inventory.

·              Bank acquisition project management

·              Introduction of Office 2010, Bank Platform Automation and LN 8.5 across a user base of 10,0000 +

·              PC Replacement Project – Corp Wide

Expertise with the following products:

•Microsoft Project Server

·              Microsoft SharePoint

•Microsoft Project Professional

•Microsoft Active Directory

·              Lotus Notes 8.5

Richfield Bank & Trust, Richfield, MN11/95 to 3/02

Chief Technology Officer, Network Administrator

Responsible for total technology planning, implementation, and maintenance of a large, progressive, and fast growing Community Bank.

Significant accomplishments included:

•Installation and configuration of a new LAN/WAN system

•Introduction of a secure remote computing environment

•Complete overhaul of the IT Policies and Procedures Manual

•Significant efficiency increase with tools such as HelpDesk software, Remote Control Capabilities, and introduction of PC software and hardware standards.

•Security enhancements with the introduction of Firewall, Intrusion Detection, and improved network monitoring.

•Successful Y2K transition (no Y2K failures)

•Network & Mainframe uptime of 99.5%

•Management of an IT budget of $2M, and a staff of 11

•Negotiation of significant vendor contract cost reductions.

Expertise with the following products:

•Novell Netware 4.11 & 5.1 (CNE)

•Microsoft Windows 9x, 2000 Professional & NT 4.0 (MCSE)

•Checkpoint Firewall-1

•Computer Associates AimIt (Asset Tracking), ArcServIt(Backup) and ControlIT(remote control) products

•Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5 & Outlook 2000

•Citrix MetaFrame & MS Terminal Server

•Intel/SHIVA VPN Express and ACE Server products 

UNISYS Corporation, Eagan, MN10/94 to 10/95

Client Services Engineer/ Product Manager

Responsible for a variety of special projects including the introduction of leading edge laptops to field personnel. Installation of LAN’s and WAN’s at various customer sites. Responsible for all aspects of employee PC support, as well as network installations for small to medium size financial institutions.

PCEZE, Plymouth, MN12/89 to 9/94

Owner

PC consulting to small and medium size companies, and home based businesses including software sales and service. Provided support in all areas of computer related equipment and service selection, procurement, installation, configuration, training, and ongoing support.

ONAN Corporation, Minneapolis, MN5/80 to 11/89

Project Manager, Technical Services Mgr

Responsible for PC and CAD station specifications, acquisition, installation, training, and maintenance. Managed large corporate projects from design to production & marketing. As the Technical Services Manager for this company, I was responsible for a design, test & documentation group as well as a technical library. Had 5 reporting managers, and a total of 30 staff with a budget of $5,000,000. Handled all aspects of budgeting, staffing, and project management. Worked closely with manufacturing to assure cost effective and timely introduction of new products into the marketplace. As Project Manager, I headed major new product projects with responsibilities of timely and cost effective completion. Made several trips to suppliers in Japan for the purpose of price negotiations, as well as definition of technical requirements for new products. Was among the first implementers of computer technologies, as well as CAD design in support of our design and production efforts.

Perkins Engine Co.   Plymouth, MN6/70 to 5/80

Chief Application Engr., Sales Mgr

Responsible for the designing and testing of engine installations into industrial and construction machinery. Headed a team of 5 designers and engineers. Responsibilities included staffing and budgeting.

EDUCATION:

·              PMP Certification – 2006

·              A+ Certification,                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Expected completion – 4/15

•Microsoft-MCSE,Benchmark Learning Center, Bloomington, MN1999

•Novell CNE, CNA,Benchmark Learning Bloomington, MN 1998

•Hennepin Technical College - Eden Prairie, MN Computer Science Degree 1995

•Michigan Technological University - Houghton, MIBS Electrical Engineering & Engineering Physics

Excellent references will be provided upon request.