David Kleinpeter Email & Phone Number

Baton Rouge, La, Us

Remote

Maintain and develop both new and existing Windows Batch and PowerShell scripts. Configure, support, and optimize BCM Control-M job scheduling software. Evaluate potential impact of new custom applications, document custom applications and changes to existing custom applications.Interpret existing code for the purpose of modification and resolution of business inquiries/enhancements.Participate in IT development team code reviews and decisions; communicates with end users regarding system requirements and functionality.Utilizes proficient, test-driven development and modern scripting practices.Experience with Scrum/Agile methodologies, ability to navigate MicroSoft 365, AzureDevOps, Jira, SharePoint, ServiceNow.Review file differences using file compare apps: Kdiff, Notepad++, TFS, etc.Monitors and responds to system failures to ensure maximum uptime for bank systems.Maintains positive relationships with internal business stakeholders, external clients/vendors, and collaboration with other development teams. Works with vendors to resolve issues.Works collaboratively with the automation development team to address technical issues and problems while driving software improvements.Complies with all related Federal, State and Industry laws and regulations pertaining to Banking.

Maintain and develop both new and existing Windows Batch and PowerShell scripts. Configure, support, and optimize BCM Control-M job scheduling software. Evaluate potential impact of new custom applications, document custom applications and changes to existing custom applications.Interpret existing code for the purpose of modification and resolution of business inquiries/enhancements.Participate in IT development team code reviews and decisions; communicates with end users regarding system requirements and functionality.Utilizes proficient, test-driven development and modern scripting practices.Experience with Scrum/Agile methodologies, ability to navigate MicroSoft 365, AzureDevOps, Jira, SharePoint, ServiceNow.Review file differences using file compare apps: Kdiff, Notepad++, TFS, etc.Monitors and responds to system failures to ensure maximum uptime for bank systems.Maintains positive relationships with internal business stakeholders, external clients/vendors, and collaboration with other development teams. Works with vendors to resolve issues.Works collaboratively with the automation development team to address technical issues and problems while driving software improvements.Complies with all related Federal, State and Industry laws and regulations pertaining to Banking.

Focused on continuous improvement for server, desktop, SAN, and network infrastructure management, including on-prem and cloud, multi-environment. Provided unique solutions to increase uptime and availability.Streamlined patch management of all server systems and boosted overall patching cadence.Organized server, workstation, and cloud backup management, including training new hires on related practices and various aspects of service desk. Authored a handbook to share best practices and lessons learned.Primary resource for Citrix XenApp issues. Verified installation across multiple environment, including single and multi-site configurations. Provided recommendations on improvement and optimization.Sought as a trusted technical resource for T2 ticket management and completion.Supervised server room infrastructure (Firewall, VM host, SAN, NAS, Data Center Management) covering various environments. Advocated for reworked standard operating procedures to reduce annual IT costs.Ensured accurate documentation for all clients during course of projects or ticket resolution.Remedied time-sensitive security issues in on-prem and cloud services, including o365 email, dark web alerts. Coordinated with IT leadership to build new security processes and practices.Noted for vital contributions to the onboarding team, evaluated environments on-site and remotely, and presented recommendations. Offered insights into emerging technologies, automation, and deployment management.

Handled complex migrations (MS SQL 2017, Exchange 2016, DFS Project) while also managing critical projects (server consolidation, Netwrix audit). Performed rigorous reviews on systems to inform process improvement.Led Veeam Backup Implementation. Migrated from Veritas Netbackup to Veeam. Improved backup quality and frequency. Implemented snapshot/replicas for faster recovery.Heavy contributor to VMWare host replacement and SAN implementation project for multi-site redundancy. Led and managed security risks using Solarwinds LEM. Remedied security risks before yearly in-house and outside pen-testing review.Led and completed DFS overhaul project to improve security and reduce storage usage.Primary resource during physical branch migration. Labeled and physically migrated server room to new site. Required review and updating documentation to verify all connections and functionality to ensure smooth migration.Contributed to Teller signature pad project. Implemented iPads physically to multiple locations, including physical security to prevent theft, and server-side upgrades/improvements to ensure functionality. Required server software and database upgrades.

Implemented best patch management best practices using WSUS.Overhauled SQL server configurations. Upgraded to latest versions, backed up and removed unused data, implemented SQL maintenance jobs and configured proper point-in-time backups.Optimized Veeam Backup and Replication. Increased efficiency and redundancy.Overhauled Active Directory configurations. Reduced footprint of Domain Controllers from 8 down to 2 while increasing efficiency. Cleaned up orphaned domains, ultimately fixing replication issues.Overhauled DFS and consolidated DFS. Implemented security best practices and migrated data to newer servers. Completed Exchange 2010/2013/2016 migrations. Performed cleanup and optimized configuration.Implemented centralized documentation storage and backup using Atlassian Confluence wiki software.Led and optimized ManageEngine ticket software implementation and asset management.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana Area

Patch management of all physical and virtual machines.Server consolidation project resource. Converted physical servers to virtual machines, stripped VM’s of functionality. Confirmed with various teams.Resolved Tier 2 tickets, critical on-call and change management.Proactively resolved systems issues detected by monitoring solutions. Participated in Generator Testing, verified maintenance of Generator, A/C units, and Fire Alarms in Datacenter.Created and maintained documentation while resolving issues. Passed on suggestions to Tier 1 teams.