Dane C. Email & Phone Number

Tulsa, Ok, Us

Broken Arrow, Ok, Us

Remote

• Oversee the execution of strategies for Microsoft O365, Azure, Pureview, OneDrive, and SharePoint. • Develop a clear governance structure defining roles, responsibilities, and decision-making processes.• Formulate comprehensive data protection policies compliant with HIPAA.• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and threats.• Implement continuous monitoring systems to track compliance with internal policies and external regulations.• Design and implement comprehensive training initiatives to promote user adoption and drive process changes.• Identify potential automation opportunities within workflows.• Mentor team members on automation best practices and execution.• Lead a dedicated team to manage social platforms, fostering dialogues, addressing inquiries, and tracking trends.• Maintain extensive knowledge across various O365 and Azure offerings.• Ensure the team remains proficient in current and emerging cloud technologies.• Lead initiatives to continuously improve stakeholder communication.• Monitor the progress of adoption initiatives and adjust strategies accordingly.• Establish and execute communication plans tailored to diverse stakeholder audiences.• Review existing systems to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.• Implement strategies that leverage technology for enhanced operational efficiency.• Act as a subject matter expert and mentor to junior employees.• Facilitate professional development and knowledge sharing.• Review processes regularly to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.• Collaborate with Product Managers and Owners to design robust test strategies for individual products.• Ensure thorough testing processes to validate product readiness and performance.

Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States

Managed and implemented VMware Hypervisor virtual appliances, infrastructure, and IT team. Worked with other departments to understand needs. Worked with providers and negotiated contracts with vendors. Learned the needs from other departments to make sure their needs were being met. • Completed project to move main IT support from MSP to internal IT environment• Optimized onboarding process• Enforced Multi-Factor Authentication and created self-service password system• Added Microsoft Defender Vulnerability Management to mitigate high risk users and devices • Spearheaded and completed project updating warehouse management to AGI WMS system• Managed project to convert physical servers to a virtual environment with replication, backup, and encryption• Managed all servers, file sharing, Active Directory, Print Management, local Domain Controllers, DNS, and DHCP• Managed SQL Deployments, promotions from test to production, and version-based backups• Implemented Microsoft Pureview for automated risk assessment and data governance• Converted Active Directory to Azure with sync• Deployed Remote Desktop Gateway and Azure Multi-Factor Authentication Server using RADIUS• Constructed a wide-area network connecting satellite offices to main office• Upgraded network to a fault-tolerant fiber backbone for IT, telecom, and core business functions• Provided senior technical support to both in-house staff and users• Created and implemented a Mobile Device Management plan• Implemented Zendesk for automating ticketing, helpdesk, asset management, HR, Software, and compliance• Created Domain Trust with multiple organizations to create seamless sharing of SharePoint data• Implemented dual WAN for failover protection

Broken Arrow, Ok

Installed, configured, and managed at the highest level various enterprise devices, software, and appliances: SCSI devices, VPNs, SDWANs, servers, DHCP, DNS, PCs, SAS, NAS, WSUS, gateways, physical security, VOIP, switches, distribution switches, and Wireless Access Points (WAP) at multiple sites. Oversaw setup of servers and imaging desktop workstations. Worked with providers and negotiated contracts with vendors. Worked with auditors and developed SOX standards. Developed desktop imaging environment using Windows Deployment Services (WDS). Built and configured Active Directory (AD) and provided ongoing management of groups and user policies. Set up and managed SharePoint for filesharing, document retention, intranet and SAAS apps. Implemented and maintained virtual environment with Hypervisor, VMware, vSphere, and ESXi. Created testing environments. Built servers and computers. Engaged users to determine their potential future business requirements. Maintained PCI compliance.• Designed and constructed a wide-area network connecting satellite offices to corporate headquarters.• Completed multiple on-premise Exchange Server to Office 365 migration projects and tenant migrations.• Recruited and trained network and desktop support technicians.• Spearheaded and completed project creating Sage 100C ERP environment and supported users and maintained systems.• Managed project to convert physical servers to a virtual environment with replication and Azure infrastructure.• Spearheaded upgrade from Skype to Teams with Polycom VOIP integration.• Completed project to move IT to a MSP after headquarters moved from Broken Arrow, OK to Dallas, TX. Transition consisted of moving virtual assets to new datacenter and to Azure. Also provided inventory of assets, logins, and training of business structure and procedures• Spearheaded Power-BI project creating better business intelligence and reporting.• Converted Active Directory to Azure with hybrid sync.

Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States

Managed engineering application projects for new software and upgrades of existing software. Oversaw the development, testing, and implementation teams involved in launching AVEVA PDMS suite. Interacted internally with engineering supervisors and management. Communicated with other IT teams to create timelines and budgets for implementation of projects. Oversaw infrastructure team to build out and upgrade servers for development, testing, and live production. Managed relationships with vendors and subcontractors of engineering software. Provided application support for engineering software. Managed servers for engineering software: Inventor, AutoCAD, licensing, Citrix, database, file server, and Vault. Configured Active Directory (AD) and provided ongoing management of groups and user policies for engineering.• Implemented then supported AVEVA Engineering, Plant, Electrical, and Piping.• Launched and supported Synergis Adept 2019.1 Upgrade. Created new Virtual Servers for development, testing, and live production.• Transitioned engineering department to be remote during SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic.• Worked with team to upgrade from Skype to Teams with VOIP integration.

Broken Arrow, Ok

Design by Dane, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma - Repaired computers, servers, and other computing devices. Created custom computer equipment, provided software support and network setup. Designed conceptual drawings, graphical art, video production, sound production, effects graphics, design logos, presentation folders, brochures, conceptual art, and advertisements. Provided solutions to clients by creating concepts, and final product for clients. Negotiated contracts with clients. Designed and built high-end computers, Network Attached Storage (NAS), and Servers. Used cost effective methods to provide quality work, but still keep budget down. Consulted with clients to determine their needs and design encompassing IT solutions for them.

Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

Developed and deployed Service-Now Express with Okta integration. Trained IT personnel on Service-Now Express processes. Managed SCCM installs, updates, reports, and application distributions. Built images for PC deployment. Created VMs for testing and imaging.• Oversaw project to implement SCCM server and deployment to PCs with replication.• Spearheaded project to build Service-Now Express ticketing system with Okta and Active Directory (AD) integration.

Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

Managed Active Directory (AD) Groups and Policies. Managed computer staging, computer assets, and DoD level encryption and tracking. Trained IT personnel on Service-Now processes. Mentored and trained techs on common issues. Established as main point of contact for escalations with clients and users. Built images for PC deployment. Managed Active Directory Groups and Policies. Ran Ethernet cable and managed switches. Provided positive user experience with each end user interaction. Engaged users to determine their potential business requirements. Addressed and resolved hardware, software, and customer issues. Evaluated system configuration and software to ensure effective use of hardware resources. Performed preventive maintenance, test, and repair of equipment. Installed and supported both hardware and software components for user. Supported, installed, and maintained computers, local area networks, server hardware, operating systems, software, and related IT sanctioned peripherals groups. Assisted users in solving problems using available hardware and software tools. Provided technical support and training to clients and PC network users.• Spearheaded project to automate install of software, endpoint encryption, and operating systems.• Developed imaging system using SCCM.• Oversaw Symphony project to setup training infrastructure for all supervisors for the hospital after acquisition by Ascension Health.

Little Rock, Arkansas Area

Wrote and maintained programs to create custom labels and shelf products with variable data. Provided client and internal support for data, software, and printing issues.Programmed and compiled advertising labels, signs, shelf strips and other physical, printable products for inner store and outer store merchandise items using shelf edge marketing techniques. Gained various forms of exposure and experience by utilizing PostScript, SQL, Visual Basic, .NET, and Access database development. Monitored and maintained automation of data conversion and printing processes. Created standards for new product, reports, and related instruction documents for graphical outputs. Designed shelf labels, displays, and other in-store marketing tools that integrated with current brand campaigns.Gained an understanding and used propriety software designed by Vestcom. Formulated ideas to increase productivity and reduce costs with administration and production teams by voicing enterprise resource planning (ERP) suggestions and solutions. Coordinated with internal and external teams to formulate and follow customer desired business rules, project requirements, and timelines. Provided client and internal support for data, software, and printing issues. Interacted with external information technology department managers, marketing department managers, and designers. Major accounts included Kroger, Ulta and Safeway.

Greensboro, North Carolina

Observed and gained an understanding of company's production processes and standards. Analyzed, designed, and implemented new graphics templates to increase productivity for new products. Created standards for new product, reports, and related instruction documents for graphic team. Created and produced an inventory of graphics and products. Negotiated image contracts determining color schemes, branding, and materials with QuikTrip, ExxonMobil, Valero, 7-Eleven, and Phillips 66. Worked with clients to determine color schemes, branding, signage, material, layout, color matching, and quality. Managed web content management, FTP file management, and SharePoint. Designed, built, and maintained graphic team's computer equipment.Upgraded and modified software and existing software code to improve efficiency. Managed graphic team's PCs, software, web content, and large format printers.• Spearheaded project with production to bring digital printing in-house. Project included purchasing Durst RHO600 Digital printer, plotter, and laminator. • Worked with engineering team to develop and program FlexPay encrypted pin pads to make fuel dispensers PCI compliant.• Worked on development team that transitioned ordering process from a physical process to an online ordering process.• Implemented and managed SharePoint.• Worked on Habitat for Humanity build team.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Area

Provided solutions to customers by creating concepts, graphics for concepts, and engineering specifications for production using Photoshop, Illustrator, AutoCAD, and Inventor. Drafted renderings and developed 3D and sectional views. Administered design software and distribution. Implemented new procedures to prepare engineering specifications from conceptual designs. Created proposals in response to customer requirements. Prepared sample graphics illustrating design choices for clients. Major accounts included NCAA, Big 12, Big 10 and NASCAR.• Completed advanced training for Autodesk Inventor, and Lean.• Worked on team that designed championship trophies and other awards for NCAA.• Completed advanced training for Autodesk Inventor and managed parts database.• Administered design software and distribution.

Oklahoma City

Created preliminary CAD drawings and edited drawings using AutoCAD, operated heavy equipment, requested quotes from venders, maintained IT equipment, traveled to job sites, and worked with construction supervisors. Major accounts included Tyson, Purina, and Conagra.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Area

Provided total solutions by assessing customer needs, creating, and executing solutions. Collaborated with marketing representatives on sales calls and provided technical support.

Associate Of Arts - Aa, Graphic Design

Hs, 3.75

Activities and Societies: Music Theater of Wichita, Track, Football, Basketball, Band, Academic Honors Society, and Choir