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I held the position as the Chief of the Tactical Air Command Intelligence Data Handling System (IDHS) .

Managed a team of six individual contributors responsible for the day to day operations of corporate networks, Unix and Windows NT servers supporting business operations for a power generation and distribution company.

Worked with a large financial services company to support their efforts to implement an internal cloud computing initiative. Acted as a liaison between the technical engineering staff and the web services applications development team. Used in depth knowledge of the computing and applications development platform to assist the development team in better utilize the environment to provide remarkable service to the end customer.

Provided technical expertise in support of pre-sales activities in Central Illinois. Responsible for gathering requirements, performing analysis, and designing fully integrated technology solutions. Technical emphasis was on converged infrastructure platforms including virtualization, compute, network, storage, management, orchestration, and application requirements. Gave technical and sales presentations to business decision makers and technical staff. Assisted with sales campaigns by developing technical responses to customer requests and proposals.

Served as an engagement architect for clients within Education and Research segments across IN, MI, IL, WI, MN, IA, ND, and SD. Liaised closely with account contacts, analyzing client requirements and developing targeted customer solutions that combine hardware, software, storage, and professional services. Participated throughout sales process to assist in penetrating accounts, translating crucial technical information, and capitalizing on opportunities for growth. Led multiple workshops and workouts on diverse subjects, leveraging expertise in server consolidation, virtual desktop solutions, Web CT, and Identity Management.

Provided pre-sales technical expertise in support of Unisys Forward! product activities in the Midwest. Responsible for gathering requirements and designing converged infrastructure technology solutions. Emphasis was on converged infrastructure platforms including compute, network, and storage. Gave technical and sales presentations to business decision makers and technical staff. Assisted sales teams in developing responses to customer requests and proposals.

Technical sales support and solutions architect role; provided cutting-edge technical acumen to craft impactful, custom solutions to Higher Education and Healthcare clientele within territory including IN, IL, MI, MO, and OH. Forged partnerships with potential clientele to assess needs and envision solutions that incorporate Oracle hardware and storage products. Played a key role in capitalizing on sales opportunities, leading proposal development and benchmarking activities and presenting solutions to customers. Steered development of technical strategies and technical components of sales campaigns. Demonstrated aptitude for rapidly mastering and integrating new technologies. Presented solutions and customer case studies regularly to regional conferences in OH, IL, and MO.

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Activities and Societies: Yearbook Photography Editor, Junior Classical League

Currently working on a Master's Degree at the University of Illinois Springfield with a focus on data and security."]