SUMMARY

Engineer/Web developer experienced in creative problem-solving using analytical and critical thinking skills. Sharply honed organizational skills for developing procedures, processes, and tasks. Excellent written and verbal communication, both technical and non-technical. Experienced in creating instructional materials and providing instruction and tutorials on technical topics to non-technical personnel. Skilled liaison between technical and non-technical personnel. Able to work independently or in a team.

SKILLS

• Scripting: ColdFusion (CFML), HTML 4/5, PHP, CGI/Perl, jQuery, Ajax, Javascript, XML, CSS 2/3
• Database: MSSQL, MySQL
• Tools: HomeSite+, Dreamweaver, ColdFusion Builder 2, PhotoShop, Fireworks, Flash
• Other: Audio and video recording and editing

EXPERIENCE

Self-employed (Aug 2001 - present): Web Developer.

Independent and subcontracted web development. Internet, software, and network consulting. Full life-cycle development of personal and small business web sites in ColdFusion, HTML 5, CSS, Ajax, and jQuery with custom content management systems. Music video and audio recording and editing.

SunGard Pentamation, Inc. Bethlehem, PA. (Sep 1996 - Aug 2001): Internet Information Specialist.

Designed, developed, and maintained all Internet and intranet web development (in ColdFusion, HTML, CSS, Perl, and PHP). Specified and purchased computer systems for Unix-based and Windows-based Internet applications, particularly: Firewalls, web servers, ftp servers, VPN servers, mail relays, and web conferencing. Administered and maintained all of the above servers.

Provided technical support for all Internet-related issues. Trained non-technical employees and customers in basic Internet technology, security, and protocols. Worked closely with many departments (including Customer Service, Engineering, Human Resources, Administration, Technical Writing, Sales, Training, Quality Assurance, and Product Support).

Accomplishments

• Created web-based applications that eliminated communication bottlenecks, promoted information sharing, simplified employee administration, and streamlined the hiring process.
• Developed applications that provided feedback mechanisms between employees and management, optimized and centralized market analysis, established web-based training for customers and employees, and expanded customer access to product information and product support.
• In 6 months, migrated the company from a state of no Internet capability to one with a full Internet presence, including public web site, intranet, customer support web site, web-based video conferencing, firewalls, virtual private networks (VPN), email, and FTP.
• Drafted Internet Security and Acceptable Use policies to ease transition to company intranet and web-based customer service.

Naval Air Warfare Center Warminster, PA. (Jul 1987 - Sep 1996): Electronics/Facilities Engineer.

Operated Dynamic Flight Simulator for research and training. Provided facility support for the Human Centrifuge Facility. Installed, maintained, repaired, and upgraded computer and communications systems and networks within the branch.

Accomplishments

• Assumed responsibility for local network administration, specification and purchase of computer systems for office automation, data acquisition, dynamic control of mechanical systems, communications, and multimedia applications.
• With no budget, created a media center to promote resource sharing of limited equipment in order to manage the audio and visual needs of the department.
• Created the first and only web site for the Dynamic Flight Simulator facility.

Drexelbrook Engineering Co. Horsham, PA. (Nov 1985 - Jul 1987): Electronics Engineer.

James D. Morrissey, Inc. Philadelphia, PA. (Nov 1984 - Nov 1985): Highway Surveyor.

EDUCATION

Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA. (1983 - 1984): Graduate Studies.

Drexel University (1983): B.S.E.E..

Delaware County Community College, Media, PA. (1978): AS.

INTERESTS

Jewelry design, writing, songwriting, composing, piano, violin, sailing, birdwatching, geocaching, puzzle solving, nutrition, humor.