Professional Resume of Steve Hernandez

Steve O Hernandez

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5.08 - Present Nova Southeastern University North Miami Beach, Fl

Senior Software Engineer (Programmer / Analyst III)

  • Developed custom applications to increase efficiency and performance for internal use of employees.
  • Streamlined operations using business process analysis to define functional requirements.
  • Applications built utilizing ASP.NET (VB) 3.5 in the Visual Studio 2008 Professional Development Suite.
  • ASP.NET Atlas (AJAX) implemented in all applications to increase user experience and application efficiency with a dynamic user interface (UI).
  • Website, user interfaces and portals designed from scratch, utilizing such tools and technologies as CSS, XHTML, Photoshop CS3 and slicing, Dreamweaver CS3 and Flash CS3.
  • Reported directly to the Director of Emerging Technologies, a division of the Office of Information and Communications.
8.2006 - Present Daily Management, Inc. Weston, Fl

Network Administrator

  • Maintained diverse network infrastructure of Windows 2000 and 2003 servers, Windows 2000 and XP workstations, Cisco and LinkSYS routers, and a variety of other intricate hardware.
  • Network consisted of 35 Windows Server 2000 and 2003 servers, including several Citrix Servers, email and web servers, SQL 2000 server, and over 350 Windows 2000 and XP workstations in 6 states.
  • Administered the 8 existing domains and their Active Directories, as well as user privileges.
  • Implemented security procedures and feature to ensure network secutiry, such as hardware and software firewalls (ie. FortiGate, etc), virus protection (Symantec, Sunbelt), spam, spyware, etc. using enterprise software.
  • Coordinated day-to-day operations, maintenance, monitoring, software installation, protocol configuration, and problem resolution.
7.2006 - Present Lambda Theta Phi Hollywood, Fl

National Director of Information Technology

  • Created and maintained several event and organizational websites, including design, layout, functionality, programming and database driven applications using ASP.NET, ASP and PHP connected to mySQL, MSSQL and Access databases, including Membership Directory, Request and Response system, a tracking system, etc.
  • Oversaw a team of 10 members responsible for IT infrastructure development for the national organization as Project Manager and Team Leader..
  • Created policies and procedures for the membership, including training and governance material for over 100 entities in over 20 states.
  • Worked in a diverse environment with superiors and coworkers via email, teleconference and video conference.
  • Sat on the Board of Directors and oversaw daily operations of the operations of the national non-profit entity, in conjunction with 10 other directors and various committee members.
  • Developed a private member intranet (web accessible) to foster information flow and relationship development which included a bulletin board, job board, member directory, permission flexibility and many other useful and productive features.
6.2006 - 6.2007 SmartSource, Inc. Fort Lauderdale, Fl

Network and Systems Engineer

  • Workstation troubleshoot, installation and calibration: Windows XP, Windows 2000 and Windows 98.
  • Windows 2000 and 2003 server installation and calibration based on client specifications.
  • Complete network installation, including preconfigured Cisco routers, SonicWall Firewalls, 3COM switches, etc.
  • Printer maintenance, troubleshooting and installation: HP LaserJet Series, Brother, Canon.
  • Cisco VoIP Phone installation and calibration. Network troubleshooting and implementation.
- ValCom / Grainger: 5/06 - InSight / VLAX: 6/06 - Present
1.2006 - 6.2006 Fast Train, Inc. Fort Lauderdale, Fl


Instructor of Information Technology

  • Taught several classes of students, ranging from four to ten students each, covering topics related to becoming a Computer Repair Technician or Network Technician.
  • Courses focused on preparation for the CompTIA A+ Hardware, CompTIA A+ Software, CompTIA Network+ and several MCSE 2003 certification examinations.
  • Successfully maintained a 75% passing rate for students.
  • Designed, planned and implemented curricula, tests, lectures and laboratories where students were ensured hands on experience for the field.
10.2003 - 12.2005 S&R Processing, Inc. Miramar, Fl


Vice President / Technology Manager

  • Implemented company’s network infrastructure, of: ten workstations and three Server 2003 servers.
  • Designed and implemented company’s intranet using ASP.NET and provided full documentation of plans and codes.
  • Completed hardware and software support for all users, including clients.
  • Set up inner-office procedures for optimum workability and efficiency, allowing the company to double it’s 1st, 2nd and 4th quarter revenues in 2004.
  • Managed four to six employees, dictated assignments and projects.
  • Assisted the company to reach goals of attaining the greatest market share for out-sourced mortgage processing in the State of Florida, only one year after the founding of the firm.
  • Trained new and current personnel with computer systems, website, intranet and company protocol.
8.2004 - 2.2005 Luxury Yacht Group Fort Lauderdale, Fl

Web Programmer

  • Visual Basic .NET web based programming for a multi-million dollar yacht chartering company with four websites servicing over 2000 users a day.
  • Responsible for MSSQL 2000 relational database design and implementation, as well as documentation and reporting for all current and future projects.
  • Responsible for testing and maintenance of the organization’s websites and intranets.
  • Created dynamic web pages with client-side and server-side technologies, specifically HTML, ASP.NET, JavaScript, VBScript and SQL relational database interfaces using DreamWeaver as primary development tool, and integrated multimedia components for a dynamic experience.
  • Upgraded all ASP 3.0 to ASP.NET 1.0 to ensure a quality end-user experience, as well as increase efficiency and usability. This upgrade was completed two months before deployment deadline.
6.2003 - 8.2004 Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, Fl

Part-Time Computer Technician

  • Supervise and manage the proper use of equipment in computer labs.
  • Assist end-users with technical questions and problems regarding hardware and software installation.
  • Maintain and test all laboratory equipment periodically, ensuring proper function and operation.
  • Responsible for the repair and calibration of lab equipment, including desktop computer and network components, and printers.
  • Upgraded and serviced desktop workstations, as well as routine maintenance on all systems in the facility.

Education

3.2008 - 6.2010 Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, Fl

Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science

  • Research topics: Artificial Intelligence, Communication Networks, Information Security, Data Mining and Machine Learning.
1.2007 - 3.2008 Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, Fl

Masters of Science in Computer Science
8.2002 - 5.2005 Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, Fl

Bachelors of Science in Computer Science

  • Minor: Business Administration

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Extra Curricular Activities

Activities:

Lambda Theta Phi, Latin Fraternity Inc:

  • National Director of Information Technology
  • Regional Director of Operations – FLS2
  • Beta Gamma Chapter President
  • Beta Gamma Chapter Webmaster

Nova Southeastern University’s Student Government Association:

  • Executive Board Secretary
  • Leadership Committee Chair person
  • Inter-fraternity Council Senator

Spanish and Latin Student Association (SALSA):

  • Treasurer

The Inter-Fraternity Council of NSU:

  • Vice President of Recruitment
  • Interim Vice President of Operations and Internal Affairs

Scholarships:

  • Florida Bright Futures Gold Scholarship Recipient
  • Nova Southeastern University’s Honors Scholarship Award
  • Florida Student Access Grant Recipient
  • SMART Grant Recipient

Honors and Awards:

  • “Who’s Who” of High School Students: 2002
  • Dean’s List: Fall / Winter 2002
  • Neophyte (New Member) of the Year for Beta Gamma Chapter: Winter 2003
  • Office of Greek Affairs Greek God Award: Winter 2004
  • Most Campus Involvement: Winter 2004
  • Philadelphia (Brotherhood Cup Winner: Winter 2004
  • Broward County High school Programming Competition 2001 and 2002 Second Place Winner hosted at Nova Southeastern University , University School, High School

Affiliations:

  • Lambda Theta Phi, Latin Fraternity Inc.
  • IEEE – Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
  • ACM – Association for Computing Machinery
  • SPHE – Society of Professional Hispanic Engineers Member
  • ASEE – American Society of Engineering Education Member
  • NFL – National Forensic League Life Time Member
  • ARC – the American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter

Miscellaneous:

  • Coordinator of various community service events including: Boys and Girls Club of Davie Mentoring and Fundraising, Camilla’s House Soup Kitchen, the American Red Cross Donation Drive, the Salvation Army food and clothing drives, as well as other projects dealing with battered women, breast cancer and underprivileged children.
  • The American Red Cross Volunteer for the Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort in Gulfport, Mississippi and New Orleans, Louisiana for 3 weeks: September 23rd to October 14th, 2005

Skills

  • Detailed understanding of Microsoft’s Office Suite, including but not limited to Visio, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Access
  • Programming experience with various computer-programming languages and Object Oriented programming, design and implementation.
  • High Level Language (HLL) experience: ASP.NET: 2yrs, VBScript: 3yrs, SQL (MS Access, MSSQL Server, MySQL): 2yrs, DHTML: 1yr, JavaScript: 4yrs, CSS: 4yrs, HTML: 5yrs, VBA: 1yr
  • Experience with various applications: Adobe Professional Suite, Symantec / Norton Application Suite
  • Desktop publishing knowledge: Adobe Acrobat Professional 8.0, Microsoft Publisher, and Adobe Photoshop CS3
    image manipulation.
  • Experience with various operating systems: Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP Home /
    Professional, Windows 2003 Server
  • Web Application Design and Management, Database Design and Management, Information Systems Analysis,
    Internet Research, Helpdesk, Networking, Customer Service
  • Full Hardware support, including but not limited to troubleshooting and diagnostics, upgrades, maintenance
    and optimization.
  • Working knowledge of UNIX /LINUX and related systems
    • FreeBSD Unix
    • Ubuntu Linux (Server and Workstation)
    • Red Hat Linux
    • SUSE Linux
    • Apache Web Server
    • MySQL Database
  • Fluent in both Spanish and
    English, learning Italian
  • Typing Skills: 70 WPM