AMY SMITH
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Objective: Seek the Position of Systems Analyst
SUMMARY: Profoundly knowledgeable, creative and resourceful Systems Analyst with more than eight years experience providing system-level support of multi-user operating systems, hardware and software tools, including installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of these systems; and identifying alternatives for optimizing computer resources.
Summary of Qualifications
Extensive knowledge of wide range of company supported hardware, software and operating systems, including configuration and connectivity.
Exceptional ability to investigate and analyze information and to draw conclusions.
Remarkable ability to plan, implement, test, and troubleshoot system software.
Uncommon ability to develop systems solutions for operational problems.
Strong knowledge of computer flow charts and of programming logic and codes.
In-depth ability to determine computer problems and to coordinate hardware and software solutions.
Profound ability to communicate technical guidance and instruction to users on the use of PC and mainframe applications and systems.
Immense ability to write technical instructions in the use of programs and program modifications.
Great knowledge of computer security procedures and protocol.
Profound knowledge of federal copyright laws as they pertain to the use of computer software.
Solid ability to determine the nature of computer hardware and systems software problems, and to communicate technical guidance and information to users.
Uncommon ability to learn and support new hardware, software and operating systems.
Great interpersonal skills to work with users.
Professional Experience
Minneapolis State University, Minneapolis 2002 - Present
Systems Analyst
Collect information to analyze and evaluate existing or proposed systems.
Research, plan, install, configure, troubleshoot, maintain and upgrade operating systems.
Research, plan, install, configure, troubleshoot, maintain and upgrade hardware and software interfaces with the operating system.
Analyze and evaluate present or proposed business procedures or problems to define data processing needs.
Prepare detailed flow charts and diagrams outlining systems capabilities and processes.
Research and recommend hardware and software development, purchase, and use.
Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and connectivity problems, including user access and component configuration.
Select among authorized procedures and seek assistance when guidelines are inadequate, significant deviations are proposed, or when unanticipated problems arise.
Record and maintain hardware and software inventories, site and server licensing, and user access and security.
Install, configure, and upgrade desktop hardware and peripherals to include; network cards, printers, modems, mice and add-in boards.
Work as a team member with other technical staff, such as networking to ensure connectivity and compatibility between systems.
Write and maintain system documentation.
Conduct technical research on system upgrades to determine feasibility, cost, time required, and compatibility with current system.
Maintain confidentiality with regard to the information being processed, stored or accessed by the network.
Document system problems and resolutions for future reference.
Minneapolis State University, Minneapolis 2000 - 2002
Network Engineer
Installed, supported and maintained new server hardware and software infrastructure.
Allocated network resources.
Set up user accounts, permissions and passwords.
Monitored network usage.
Ensured the most cost-effective and efficient use of servers.
Suggested and provided IT solutions to business and management problems.
Ensured that all IT equipment complied with industry standards.
Analyzed and resolved faults, whether it was a major system crash or a forgotten password.
Undertook routine preventative measures and implemented, maintained and monitored network security, particularly when the network connected to the internet.
Provided training and technical support for users with varying levels of IT knowledge and competence.
Supervised other staff, such as help desk technicians.
Worked closely with other departments/organizations and collaborated with other IT staff.
Planned and implemented future IT developments and undertaking project work.
Managed the website and kept internal networks running.
Monitored the use of the web by employees.
Minneapolis State University, Minneapolis 1998 - 2000
Junior Network Engineer
Assisted in supporting corporate applications; internal corporate servers, user desktops, etc.
Assisted with basic troubleshooting, backup, and archiving.
Helped install and improve computer software and network equipment.
Created network and email accounts for new users.
Set up computers for new users and ensured delivery of equipment to users in different locations when necessary.
Updated company phone lists and email address books.
Helped answer all trouble calls/emails and entered work orders into the University's tracking software.
Assisted in administering and maintaining a local and web-based version of the University's tracking software.
Assisted in the administration and maintenance of Internal Systems programs such as Invisic, Saleslogix, Epicor, and ADP as well as operating systems used.
Interacted with internal clients to resolve basic help desk issues; communicated with internal clients in a professional manner maintaining confidentiality.
Provided responses to internal clients in a timely manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science University of New York (1998)