Systems Analyst
Ottawa, Canada Area
Senior Systems Analyst responsible in driving a team to provide a standardized desktop framework to leverage at multiple client locations globally. Created a well-documented Standard Operating Environment, allowed for a timely repeatable process of image creation for over 1 million supported PCs from multiple vendors. The supported operating systems included Windows 10, 8, Windows 7, Vista, XP and 2000. Developed an environment to test mass image deployment using virtual machines, without access to physical hardware until final verification. This change decreased development time and costs by allowing off-site, and off-shore resources to develop in their local environment. Consultant for the architectural design of a total end-to-end solution for PC lifecycle: provisioning, upgrading, retirement, data migration, and replacement. Ran data analysis and Scrum meetings to drive a team with the Jira workflow management software. Worked extensively with Lenovo, HP, and Intel to assess changes in hardware technologies to determine impact and mitigate disruption to corporate environments. Analyzed, developed a plan to integrate and continuously presented these technology changes to global architects, and key decision makers within the corporation.