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Dwayne Davis 

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Resume Headline: Dwayne Davis - Sr. Microsoft Certified Database Specialist

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Resume of: Dwayne Davis, MCSE, MCDBA, MCTS

d.aspen.ranger@gmail.com

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Dwayne Anthony Davis

Senior Business Intelligence Consultant

Security Clearance:  DoS – Interim Secret and DOJ Minimum Background Investigation (MBI)

 

Professional Profile:

Microsoft Certified Database Administrator, MCDBA, MCSE, MCTS

 

To obtain an contract Database Administrator/Technical Trainer  opportunity, which requires a knowledgeable, experienced and dynamic “customer-focused’’  personality. My Myers-Briggs personality-type is ENFP

Experienced Senior Certified Microsoft Database Administrator  and Certified Trainer. Resourceful and motivational team member with over 14  years experience in the area of Database AdministrationBusiness Analysis and Technical End-User Training.  Well-rounded certified database expert. 

Most recent full time assignment as the Sr. Microsoft SQL Server Consultant with Verizon Enterprise Services,  in the Microsoft SQL Server Professional Services group.  Specialties include:  HADOOP Implementation/Training, High Availability Implementation and Big Data Analysis Tools.

Verizon Enterprise Services,  Ashburn, VA 5/10 – PRESENT

SQL Server Database Administrator / Professional Services Consultant

Provide database consulting services to the Premiere Customers of Verizon Enterprise Services, Inc.  

Database Administration tasks includes:

§ Architecture  and Design of large-scale SQL Server 2008 R2 infrastructure for Fortune 100 Enterprise clients;

§ Implementing numerous  Disaster Recovery and High Availability configurations.  This includes Database Mirroring, Log Shipping, SQL Server Clusters and Transactional Replication. Clients includes: Major Airlines and Government Agencies.

§ Developed and implemented enterprise-wide SQL Server Backup procedures which includes the creation  of Full, Differential and Transaction Log backups.

§ Design and configuration of SQL Server Maintenance Plans;

§ Provisioning of users access via Login and Database User account creation;

§ Developed comprehensive and detailed database operations documentation. This supported compliance requirements.

§ Implementing standard  processes for SQL Server Alert  and Job events

§ Tune database server and stored procedures

§ Led technical team during the Migration Planning 

§ Provided Tier 3 Support for all SQL Server and Database Application incidents.  All incidents tracked and resolved within stated SLA (Service Level Agreement) requirements.

§ Subject Matter Expert on Big Data Tools such as Hadoop and Hive

§ Mentor Junior DBA's
 

Learning Tree,  Reston, VA 7/11 – PRESENT

Instructor (Part-time)

Lead public courses in Microsoft SQL Server curriculum.  Averaging evaluation scores of 3.87 to 4.0.  Considered knowledgeable, dynamic and motivating by students. Highly evaluated by students. “now ranked #2 out of 8 U.S. 137 instructors, and only a tiny fraction from being ranked #1”

Guident,  Herndon, VA  1/10 – 12/11

Department of Transportation (as needed)

Sr. Business Intelligence Technical Trainer

Provided  development and delivery of executive level technical training to multiple agencies and data partners of the Department of Transportation  (e.g. FAA, FRA, FMCSA, PHMSA,  TSA, USCG).

The objective  of each session  is to provide practical information regarding the  core concepts of the recently implemented  Hazmat Intelligence Portal (HIP).  The HAZMAT Intelligence Portal (HIP) is multi-agency  sponsored data warehouse,  designed to facilitate   sharing of actionable  information regarding  the transportation  of the hazardous materials.  This Agile project  was implemented across multiple federal agencies using a cross-functional team. Each onsite (and remote)  session consist of  delivering “high-energy”  role-based  workshops to over 30 DOT staff (e.g.  Directors  and non-management).


Worldwide Information Networks (WINS),  Washington, DC 7/09 – 3/10

U.S. Department of State 

Technical Operations Manager

 

Responsible for planning, monitoring and overseeing all aspects of the COPRS II Microsoft SQL Server 2008 clustered infrastructure. This  includes 24/7 operational support, day to day management of the Development, Test, Staging and Production environments, ensuring smooth deployment of code from development into the production system, and providing performance reporting.

Worldwide Information Networks (WINS),  Washington, DC 12/06 – 7/09

Department of Justice/Office of Justice Programs

 

Sr. Microsoft Certified Database Administrator

Database Administration tasks includes:

As the Sr. Database Administrator on our Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs (OJP) contract, I provided technical support services for Microsoft SQL Server v.2000 and V.2005.  Specifically, I  administer and troubleshoot the  Windows-based data-driven solutions.  These solutions include: Heat, Microsoft Project Server 2007, SharePoint,  eCora Auditor, EM7  and System Management Server (SMS).

 

§ Led Technical Team while performing Microsoft SQL Server Installs, Upgrades, Service Packs and Server Configurations;

§ Development and maintenance of database stored procedures, SLA reports and automated SQL Agent jobs;

§ Implemented Account Provisioning for SQL Logins and Database Users.  This involved implementing Fixed Server and Database Roles;

§ Implementing and Designing High Availability solutions and strategies for Backup and Recovery

§ Enhancement of operating environment by utilizing new tools, techniques and automated processes;

§ As part of our performance-based service contract, I designed, developed and automated all customer-facing SLA metric reports. I use a variety of Business Intelligence tools. These tools include  Microsoft Reporting Services (SSRS), Microsoft Excel (Pivot)  and the advanced features of Microsoft Access;

§ Supported the planning and implementation of development, test and production infrastructure changes;

§ Configured Business Intelligence tools such as SQL Server Integration and SQL Server Reporting Services;

§ Present oral and written reports to Senior Management. Additionally assisted with the strategic vision and planning of MS SQL Server solutions.

HP Services,  Washington, DC 09/06 – 12/2006

United States Senate

 

Sr. Microsoft Certified Clustering Specialist / Technical Writer

Short-term contract to research, to design and develop Technical Build Documentation for Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Failover Clustering implementation. Worked with US Senate employed Principal Information Technology Specialist and Enterprise Data Support Team to identify and document all tasks associated with the implementation of a production level SQL Server 20005 Failover Clustering installation.

 

Aspen-Ranger, Inc., New Rochelle, NY 09/99 – PRESENT

Sr. Applications Developer / Certified Trainer (part-time)

 

Sr. Applications Developer /Trainer  for Microsoft IT Systems Integrator. Implemented architecture and deployment of  large-scale networking environments.  Engaged in pre-sales  and on-site client installation support. Designed and developed business critical database applications using Microsoft Access, SQL Server  and Visual Studio .NET.  Responsible for  implementing application security, performance optimization, troubleshooting and development of technical documentation (business requirements, functional specifications documentation). Conduct Executive-level technical training.

PEART-HANNON, LLC10/2005 – 5/2006

Maryland Motor Vehicle Agency (MVA)

Senior Database Consultant / Mentor

 

Directly responsible for providing Microsoft related best-practice knowledge to MVA staff regarding the support and optimization of Microsoft SQL Server 2000 clustered environment. In addition to general administrative responsibilities, daily performance checks, data optimization and troubleshooting, I designed and delivered custom training courses.  This position requires strong knowledge developing Stored Procedures, Triggers, Cursors, DTS jobs and SQL replication in a large state-wide clustered government environment.

 

As the sole mentor, I  provided  daily database advice and support services to MVA’s  .NET development  and database team.

 

HP  Services, Greenbelt, MD1/2004 – 11/2005

United States Postal Services

Senior Application Developer, Process Re-Engineering and Custom Solutions  (Contractor)

 

Process Re-Engineering Solutions Developer directly responsible for providing business analysis and custom solutions. Developed, designed multi-module database solution (‘Thales’) which enables HP Services to manage, report and administrator 2000+  servers. Technologies used: Microsoft Access, SQL 2000, ADO, WSH, WMI,  NetIQ, BMC PATROL, Windows 2003 Enterprise Server,  and Microsoft Reporting Services.

 

§    Daily tasks include: SQL Server configuration, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

§    Developed complex reports using Data Transformation Services (DTS), MS Access and VBA

§    Provided as needed Performance tuning / query optimization

§    Responsible for database design/development including planning, developing and maintaining the enterprise level database architecture

§    Provided technical leadership and direction to other solution developers in the design of table structures, stored procedures, underlying triggers, views and user defined functions.

§    Worked with NetIQ, BMC Patrol monitoring team to establish appropriate  (SLA driven) monitoring counters.

§    Ensured architectural integrity and optimal database performance.

§    Responsible for all interface development and complex automated reporting and data warehouse structures.

 

Technical Certifications

 

·   Microsoft Certified Database Administrator  (MCITPS)

Microsoft SQL Server 2005

 

·   Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)

Microsoft SQL Server 2005

 

·   Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)

Windows Server 2000/2003

 

·   Microsoft Certified Database Administrator  (MCDBA)

Microsoft SQL Server 2000

 

·   Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)

Microsoft Server-based solutions

 

The items below represent daily tasks which are performed routinely with regards to  various Fortune 100 clients that I currently support,  or have work with over the past 10 years.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

 

In addition to the items listed below, I  teach multiple evening & weekend based Microsoft Certified IT Professional  (MCITP) SQL Server focused workshops throughout Washington, DC and Maryland.

CitiGroup (Solomon Smith Barney), New York 2/98 - 1/04

Global Securities Division

Applications Developer  (Contractor)

 

Senior Consultant directly responsible for providing business analysis, Level II technical support and executive level on-site training. Developed, designed multiple business critical multi-user relational databases which resulted in a budget savings of over $100,000 per year. Technologies used: Microsoft Access, SQL 7.0/2000, VB.NET, Windows 2000 Enterprise Server and  SQL Tools.

 

Sales Discount Expense and Revenue Tracking: This project was developed to track the revenue and expenses for the Global Securities Division (ADR Unit). The application is currently in use to manage Sales Discount, Issuance and cancellation revenues as well as provide highly customized management reporting.

 

 

 

 

Compaq Services, New York, NY 2/98-8/99

Site Desktop Lead, Compaq Corporation - Global Office Project

 

Site Desktop Lead responsible for the management and roll-out of 1,100+  desktop PCs to various business units.  Personally responsible and accountable for Assessment, Design, Migration and Final transition of all units.  Hands-on experience and certified knowledge of software automation  and packaging using Microsoft Systems Management Server 2.0. Delivered over 200 hours of Microsoft BackOffice related training.

 

EDUCATION

§    Microsoft Certified Trainer with over 2000 hours of in-class experience.

§    Trained in  Adult Learning Theories at Cornell University’s Train-the-Trainer Program

§   Highly rated (based on student evaluations) by students as knowledgeable, inspirational and incredibly motivating.

§   .NET ASP.NET Conference, New Orleans, LA, Spring 2003

 

Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy, Fordham University, New York , 1998-2000

Project Management, American Management Association, New York, 1995

AAS, Banking and Finance, Borough of Manhattan Community College, 1990

Security clearance:  ** mBI – minimum Background investigation **

 

MCSE, MCDBA, MCTS

Rev.20160501_01

 

Knowledgeable, Motivated and Inspired!

 

 

 

Experience

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Job Title

Company

Experience

Sr. Microsoft Certified Database Specialist

Verizon Business

- Present

 

Additional Info

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Desired Salary/Wage:

60.00 - 70.00 USD yr

Current Career Level:

Manager (Manager/Supervisor of Staff)

Date of Availability:

Immediately

Work Status:

US - I am authorized to work in this country for any employer.

Active Security Clearance:

Active Confidential

US Military Service:

Citizenship:

US citizen

 

 

Target Job:

Target Job Title:

Sr. Microsoft Certified Database Specialist

Desired Job Type:

Intern
Temporary/Contract/Project
Seasonal

Desired Status:

Part-Time
Per Diem

 

Target Company:

Company Size:

Industry:

Aerospace and Defense
Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals

Occupation:

Biotech/R&D/Science

·         Pharmaceutical Research

IT/Software Development

·         Computer/Network Security

·         Database Development/Administration

 

Target Locations:

Selected Locations:

US-MD-Montgomery County

Relocate:

Yes

Willingness to travel:

Up to 100%

 

Languages:

Languages

Proficiency Level

Spanish

Beginner