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Evangeline Simmons

Valrico,Florida

Summary

Experienced systems and network professional with a strong background in IBM AS/400 administration, midrange systems, and enterprise network environments. Proven ability to support production systems, maintain system security and performance, and provide advanced technical support. Adept at troubleshooting, system operations, and infrastructure maintenance.

Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

System Associate

New York Life Insurance Co
Tampa, FL
06.2003 - Current

Delivered comprehensive training to enhance departmental proficiency in new applications and processes.

Led project transition from Solimar to Extreme for enhanced printing capabilities.

Oversaw the implementation of automated processing systems for nightly, weekly, and monthly cycles, streamlining workflow and reducing manual intervention.

Assisted in the implementation of Halycon enterprise console for IBMi. Documented processes and facilitated training sessions.

Documented necessary information for change management duties. Assisted in organizing meetings to discuss changes and identify potential conflicts. Supported the approval process for proposed changes.

Provided metrics for Ibmi…data storage increase/decrease…processing time for events on the system

Collaborated with team members to achieve project goals across various platforms. Assisted colleagues in utilizing multiple platforms effectively.

Rumba, service now, pagerduty, phoenix, halcyon, mimix, aldon,

Created deployment sets using aldon for moving code from dev to production

Achieved timely recovery of operations through coordinated disaster response efforts.

Achieved operational stability by effectively monitoring key applications. Facilitated timely resolution of critical issues through proactive event escalation.

Systems Engineer

Intermedia Communications, Inc.
08.1998 - Current
  • Install, configure, and maintain AS/400 operating system, communications, and related system objects. Maintain system security, data integrity, and acceptable system performance for AS/400 systems. Evaluate, install, and maintain AS/400 hardware, peripherals, and third-party software solutions. Provide technical support for production applications, users, and development staff. Analysis of new technologies.

Network Engineer

Pharmerica, Inc.
02.1993 - 02.1998
  • Installed, configured, and maintained Microsoft NT and Novell servers. Performed general Novell and Microsoft NT utilities. Used network tools, such as Lanalyzer, Network General Sniffer, and Welletec’s Site Manager to troubleshoot network connectivity issues. Provided third level user support in the desktop environment. Installed configured and supported desktop hardware and desktop applications. Coordinated equipment relocation. Responsible company wide for connectivity between the AS400 and the desktop system. Installation of network cables, data jacks, and patch panels.
  • System Operator
  • Installed, configured, and maintained AS/400 peripherals. Responsible for daily processing, system operations, backups, and IPL. Printed billing statements from the AS/400 via Xerox 4050, 4850.

System Operator

Computer Dynamics, Inc.
03.1991 - 09.1992
  • Provided system support in a Wang environment. Responsible for daily processing, nightly backups, and troubleshooting computer related issues.

System Operator

Somerville Lumber
11.1989 - 11.1990
  • Responsible for troubleshooting communications devices, maintaining on-line communications between systems, running nightly production batch jobs and printing and distributing reports. Printed vendor checks on demand.

Massachusetts Army National Guard
06.1986 - 08.1990
  • Typed military orders, memorandums, and purchase orders.

Education

No Degree -

University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Amherst, MA

Skills

  • Experience with Mainframe and Midrange systems (IBM 4381, AS/400 Server series)
  • Experience with Windows NT 35,40 and Novell 311 servers
  • Managed IDF closets (Hubs, Data Jacks, Cat5 Cabling, Fiber Converters)
  • Strong troubleshooting skills Network, Servers, AS/400, Desktops
  • Experience in Token Ring and Ethernet environments
  • Experience with various protocols
  • Incident management

Timeline

System Associate

New York Life Insurance Co
06.2003 - Current

Systems Engineer

Intermedia Communications, Inc.
08.1998 - Current

Network Engineer

Pharmerica, Inc.
02.1993 - 02.1998

System Operator

Computer Dynamics, Inc.
03.1991 - 09.1992

System Operator

Somerville Lumber
11.1989 - 11.1990

Massachusetts Army National Guard
06.1986 - 08.1990

No Degree -

University of Massachusetts, Amherst