Candidates About

 

Mykl Sandusky

Highly self-motivated and disciplined professional with over 20 years of experience in the Information Technology field in many capacities including Enterprise Architect, Solution Architect, Engineer, Project Manager and Analyst.  Skilled problem solver and solution designer, accustomed to collaborating with multiple teams to ensure functional and non-functional requirements are met.  Expert ability to present information and create documentation for multiple audiences. TOGAF Certified Enterprise Architect.

Professional Skills Application Virtualization Budgeting Business Analysis Communications Critical Thinking Developing Standards & Guidelines Documentation Enterprise Architecture Hardware Virtualization Identity and Access Management Instructor IT Strategy Leadership Presentations Project Management (Waterfall, Agile) Road mapping Scripting Software Rationalization Solution Architecture Staff Management Supplier Management Systems Analysis Systems Engineering Team Building Technical Architecture Troubleshooting Windows Deployment

Technology Experience Active Directory Group Policy Citrix Crystal Reports DB2 RDBMS DNS / DHCP File & Print Services HTML / CSS iSeries Administration Javascript JD Edwards EnterpriseOne LDAP Microsoft Active Directory Microsoft Exchange Microsoft Internet Information Server Microsoft Office Microsoft SharePoint Microsoft SQL Server Microsoft VBScript Microsoft Visio Microsoft Windows Client & Server Office 365 Oracle RDBMS RedHat linux Administration Storage Area Networking VMWare Windows Desktop Deployment Windows PowerShell

Professional Experience

SharePoint Developer [Contract]

Developed SharePoint hosted solutions for the Enterprise Response Readiness team.

·      Created custom portal site on SharePoint 2010 / 2013 using SharePoint libraries, SharePoint Designer workflows, custom html master pages, custom CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and SPServices.

·      Developed custom forms using Microsoft InfoPath.

·      Managed SharePoint security, including users, groups, and permissions.

·      Developed documentation using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).

Project Manager / Senior Technical & Systems Analyst [Project Consultant]

Member of consulting team engaged with one of the largest U.S Banks, tasked with completing an assessment of projects within an Information Technology Asset Management (ITAM) program and to position the client to manage technology delivery for the ITAM initiative to successful completion as one integrated program.

·      Elicited, documented, reported and managed program and project level status, risks, and dependencies. Interviewed business and technology SMEs regarding existing applications, documented the application purpose, and determined dependencies between applications.

·      Produced executive level and detailed technical documentation, including presentations and architecture diagrams.

·      SharePoint Developer on SharePoint 2013 using SharePoint libraries, SharePoint Designer workflows, and Microsoft InfoPath.

·      Developed documentation using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).

Portfolio Architect

Lead Enterprise Architect for IT services, including end user computing, asset management, support services, and devops.

·      Responsible for executing the architecture process for technology solutions and driving the adoption of new technologies by researching technical trends and developments.

·      Led IT Tools Rationalization program.

·      Established Enterprise Architecture Standards and Guidelines.

·      Developed documentation using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).

Solution Architect [Contract]

Solution Architect for the System Development Lifecycle, and Release & Deployment Management work stream of the IT Services Management program.

·      Performed discovery and analysis of organizational culture & practices, identified gaps to resolve, and provided transition & target state architectures.

·      Teamed with project management to establish project framework.

·      Mentored other architects in TOGAF framework.

·      Developed documentation using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).

DoD Contractor [Contract]

Developed processes and utilities to collect, consolidate, and deliver critical information needed for ensuring security and availability of systems providing services to over 1.5 million active duty soldiers, national guardsmen, veterans, and their families.

·      Developed process and Microsoft PowerShell scripts to validate compliance with U.S. Cyber Command requirements, reducing time required from 20 hours per week to 30 minutes per week, and improving accuracy of information.

·      Collaborated with other teams to improve communication, comprehension of activities, and consistency of delivery.

·      Analyzed environment for process improvement opportunities, and created proof of concepts using Microsoft PowerShell, and other web scripting technologies.

·      Developed documentation using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).

Solution Architect (Apr 2011 - Feb 2013)

Following restructuring, became a member of the Enterprise Architecture team, responsible for development of global business, data, information & technology architectures in the 125,000-user environment covering North America and the United Kingdom. 

·      Lead Enterprise Architect for workplace systems, including identity & access management, application virtualization, user virtualization, directory services, messaging, collaboration, social networking, and content management. 

Technologies included Windows Server, Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8, Active Directory, Group Policy, SharePoint, Windows PowerShell, System Center, Hyper-V, Microsoft Deployment Toolkit, VMWare ESX, Citrix XenServer, LDAP integration, SAML 2.0 integration, Office 365, SAP integration, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Visio.

·      Using TOGAF9, created functional and non-functional specifications including use cases, process flows, user interface design, system interface design, and data impacts. 

·      Developer of proof of concept systems, including Office 365 (Active Directory, Exchange, & SharePoint), and cloud utilization.

·      Developed documentation using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).

Manager, Information Technology Engineering (Oct 2008 - Mar 2011)

Managed team of 4 responsible for design, documentation & delivery of operational systems. 

·      Responsible for the design, implementation, and management of operating systems, productivity tools, server applications, database management systems, identity and management services, file & print services, and system configuration.

Technologies included Windows Server, Windows XP, Windows 7, Active Directory, Group Policy, SharePoint, Visual Basic Script, Windows PowerShell, Hyper-V, Citrix XenServer, LDAP integration, SAML 2.0 integration, SQL Server, Exchange Server, PGP, DFS, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Visio.

·      Collaborated with other IT groups including program management, governance, application support, database administration, procurement, & field support. 

·      Established design and operation models for Active Directory, Distributed File System (DFS-N, DFS-R), desktop & software deployment, Group Policy, and desktop management. 

·      Developed documentation using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).

Windows Technical Architect [Contract]

Provided analysis, architecture & project management for introduction of Windows Server 2008 into global enterprise environment, including virtualization, and upgrade paths from Windows Server 2003.

·      Investigated, and analyzed benefit of Windows Server 2008 to environment, particularly in regard to interoperability & obsolescence of legacy technology. 

Technologies included Windows Server 2008, Windows Deployment Services, Active Directory, DHCP, Group Policy, Microsoft Deployment Toolkit, VMWare ESX, and SQL Server.

·      Participant of “OneGE” efforts to standardize use of Windows Server 2008 across the entire corporation.

·      Interacted with other teams, departments, and vendors regarding impact analysis and discovering shared opportunities for improvement.

·      Developed documentation using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).

Solution Architect [Contract]

Provided analysis & implementation of projects to stabilize environment and enhance functionality in a 1,000+ user Windows environment, including Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, File & Print Services, software delivery, and application performance.

·      Re-engineered Active Directory to address production issues, improve user experience, and reduce support time & cost. 

·      Designed and implemented standards for group policy, user/group management, security, distributed file system, tcp/ip management.

·      Automated workstation & software installation.

·      Developed documentation using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).

Consultant

Provided operational and technical expertise for JDE Edwards EnterpriseOne, & related systems to clients.

·      Provided Configurable Network Computing (middleware) expertise for multiple clients.

Technologies included JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, Windows, Unix, OS400, Macintosh operating systems, Citrix, SQL Server, Oracle, Create!Form, Crystal Reports, and WebSphere.

·      Performed technology evaluations, established and documented procedures, and trained client staff.

·      Automated application change management and deployment.

·      Developed documentation using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).

Senior Systems Engineer / CNC Administrator

Senior technology staff member, responsible for all client/server systems, including strategic planning and development with executive leadership. 

·      Lead technologist for the enterprise. 

Technologies included JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, Exchange Server, Cisco switches, SAN, Windows Batch scripts, Visual Basic Script, PGP encryption, and secure check printing.

·      Responsible for ERP design, operation, and enhancement of system including SDLC, Scheduling, Interfaces, and performance tuning.

·      Developed processes in support of business system operations. 

·      Developed documentation using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).

CNC Analyst / Administrator

Responsible for architecture, managing operation, optimization, and enhancement of EnterpriseOne ERP system.

·      Determined application technical configuration and operational processes.

Technologies included JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, Windows Server, Citrix Metaframe, IBM iSeries, Visual Basic Script, and IBM WebSphere.

·      Project Leader for consolidation of EnterpriseOne systems.

·      Coordinated with other groups to ensure operation with international usage.

·      Developed documentation using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).

Information Systems Department Manager

Responsible for all data and voice services at Parts Distribution Center.  Member of Corporate Information Technology Council.

·      Managed budget, oversaw staff of 7, acted as systems engineer, and implemented JD Edwards EnterpriseOne ERP.

Technologies included JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, Windows Server, Citrix Metaframe, Oracle RDBMS, Microsoft SQL Server, Cisco switches, and Visual Basic Script.

·      Performed analysis that led to reduction of department budget by 50%, and reduction in corporate telecommunication costs by over 20%. 

·      Led implementation of transportation system, reducing order-to-ship duration for internal shipments and increasing reporting abilities. 

·      Reconfigured Warehouse Management System to meet new business needs, allowing end user ad hoc reporting abilities. 

Information Systems Department Manager / Systems Engineer

Responsible for all IT operations including governance, evaluations, vendor management, and training.  Telecommunications Committee Chair.  ERP Steering Committee Member.

·      Managed staff of 5 FTE & 13 contract staff, acted as systems engineer & administrator of computer, Internet, & network systems.

Technologies included JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft Exchange, Oracle RDBMS, Microsoft SQL Server, Citrix Metaframe, Cisco switches, and Visual Basic Script.

·      Oversaw integration of acquired resources into the environment. 

·      Led upgrade from Windows NT4.0 to Windows 2000 Active Directory and Microsoft Exchange upgrade. 

·      Worked with executive management to support operational strategy, with technology implementation.

Windows Architect [Contract]

Developed three-year plan for consolidation of services that resulted in reduced overhead costs & consolidation of similar operational practices. 

·      Designed methods for migrating mail services to Microsoft Exchange from various other platforms, and an enterprise fax service. 

·      Participated in evaluation and completion of Microsoft Enterprise Agreement for all state agencies. 

·      Recognized for cost reduction innovations

·      Developed documentation using Microsoft Word.

Project Manager / Systems Engineer [Contract]

Project Manager for implementation of statewide forty-five site rollout of managed care system. 

·      Managed schedules, installs, and provided training. 

·      Windows and Exchange Administrator.

·      Installed network and server hardware. 

·      Primary liaison with customers and partners.

Network Manager

Manager responsible for all IT operations during establishment of Information Systems Department for fourteen-site, multi-state, physician practice in a Windows environment.

·      Responsible for all IT services.

Technologies included Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Proxy Server, EagleNT Firewall, IBM AIX, Wide Area Networking, and Local Area Networking.

·      Installed network and server equipment at new sites.

·      Provided IT governance. 

·      Developed documentation using Microsoft Word.

Senior Network Analyst & Project Leader [Contract]

Responsible for deployment of networks in three sites within national enterprise. 

·      Established desktop build and deployment process. 

·      Installed equipment for new sites. 

·      Provided informal and classroom instruction.

·      Developed standard support procedures using Microsoft Word.

Systems Analyst / LAN Administrator [Contract]

Responsible for tier two support of three-hundred users.

·      Provided LAN administration, desktop support, & coordinating PC installations of over 900 PCs in a Windows environment. 

·      Acted as classroom trainer and technology consultant to executive management. 

·      Coordinated supplier services. 

·      Received corporate award for improved software deployment method.

Education & Certifications

Higher Education

§  Bachelor of Sciences in Business Management & Economics                                                                    2002

Empire State College, Syracuse NY: Concentration of Studies in Information Systems

Industry Certifications

§  PRINCE2 Foundation (Certified)                                                                                                                  2012

Registration #: P2R/US013260, Certification #: 02306147-01-RB4Q

§  TOGAF9 Certified                                                                                                                                         2011

Registration #: 48360

§  ITIL v3 Foundation (Certified)                                                                                                                        2009

Exam #: 1140479, Candidate #: 989450

Microsoft Certifications

§  Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): Windows Server 2008                                                    2012

D711-9952

§  Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Enterprise Administrator                                                        2008

B413-6962

§  Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Server Administrator                                                             2008

B413-6951

§  Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure, Configuration                                                                                                                                                 2008

B413-6949

§  Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Config.                                                                                                                                                                        2008

B413-6949

§  Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring 2008

B413-6948

§  Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Business Desktop Deployment                                   2008

B413-6938

§  Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE): Microsoft Windows NT 4.0                                               1998

B413-6925

§  Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)                                                                                                        1997

B413-6926