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Jim Moreau

Jim Moreau

Palmer,MA

Summary

Accomplished Regional IT Manager/Senior Systems Engineer with over 30 years of experience leading and developing diverse engineering and operational teams. Known for my attention to detail and ability to drive results, I possess exceptional critical thinking, time management, and leadership skills. Recognized as a catalyst for organizational change and providing a clear vision for employees. Seeking a management position to leverage my expertise in resource management and leadership to drive success.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Advanced Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS)
05.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for the cross-team collaboration on the CPS (Conventional Prompt Strike) program supporting requirement, software, and hardware development
  • Supported Deputy Program Manager and Product Owner efforts in the review and delivery of SDRLs
  • SME for trade study development, cost analysis and team delivery
  • Saved $160k through the execution of an initial trade analysis
  • Managed the development and on-ship testing/deployment of the CPS weapon system proof of concept effort
  • Collaborated with GDMS and customer on the development, review and approval of the CPS weapon system installation and check-out procedures (INCO)
  • Directed efforts towards optimizing process for log retention, facilitating streamlined analysis
  • Performed vendor and customer on-site equipment replacement procedures for line-replaceable units (LRUs)

Regional IT Manager

Amazon
04.2019 - 05.2022
  • Responsible for the IT Operation and Site Builds for 250+ Amazon Delivery & Specialty Fulfillment buildings in the North American northeast
  • Directed group of 12 IT managers and their teams to achieve outstanding IT support
  • Maintained budget, schedule, planning with general contractors, electricians, low-voltage contractors, and IT staff during all phases of building construction phases
  • Acknowledged by top figures at Amazon for maintaining flawless adherence to opening timelines
  • Developed a risk management process under Agile to identify and mitigate risks
  • Developed workload and resource forecast in support of current and future IT build and operational support
  • Developed and managed the construction planning roadmap and logistics plan supporting an aggressive Amazon Fulfillment and Delivery Station build schedule
  • Utilized operational insights to drive targeted improvements in network efficiency
  • Demonstrated effective team management including recruitment and development of all direct reports, performance management and performance appraisals
  • Managed all network life cycle projects to include network devices, end user equipment and RF scanners
  • These initiative-taking efforts resulted in an increased network and device reliability and predictability
  • Achieved successful rollout of advanced networking systems with Juniper-based infrastructure
  • Provided training and active coaching to all North American teams on the implementation and troubleshooting

Network Manager

IBM, US Forest Service
03.2010 - 03.2019
  • Managed network performance, operational efficiency and capacity for over 1100 US Forest Service locations
  • Created long-term and short-term planning for the Network Engineering team to address issues and develop program of continuing improvement for the organization
  • Analyzed lifecycle metrics of decommissioned equipment to enhance asset sustainability
  • Supported procurement processes by managing equipment upgrades at distributed offices
  • Developed plan and implemented snmpv3 (simple network management protocol version 3) on all managed network devices to comply with DISA STIG UCR2008
  • Identified process improvement opportunities to decrease cost, improve quality and increase efficiency within the department
  • Saved US Forest Service $2 million in annual circuit savings in the ongoing circuit billing initiative
  • Implemented new asset management audit process utilizing dynamic information collected by network devices, active directory, and application databases
  • This effort eliminated the need to physically touch over 1500 devices and decreased the time required to perform the audit from 4 weeks to 8 hours

Network Operations Manager

IBM, DHS
01.2009 - 03.2010
  • Led cross-functional engineering team supporting Citizenship and Immigration Services' international 24x7x365 networking operations
  • Provided strategic updates to senior DHS executives on program status
  • Facilitated kickoff meetings and managed critical projects from inception to completion
  • Maintained and consolidated program software and hardware contracts
  • Provided customer with forecast estimates based upon projected growth
  • Established availability baselines for MTTR (mean time to repair) and MTBF (mean time between failures)
  • Achieved a decrease in MTTR from an average of 4-6 hours to below 2 hours through SOP implementation and process automation

Mission IT Division Manager

InfoZen
03.2008 - 01.2009
  • Facilitated efficient operations for the Transportation Safety Administration Secure Flight project in Colorado Springs
  • Managed engineers responsible for production databases, firewalls, routers, and switches
  • Led weekly collaborative discussions with TSA Deputy Director, data analysts and operations to review any mission-impacting activities
  • Designed new network infrastructure to remove single points of failure and increase data throughput
  • Created comprehensive Bill of Materials and project plan to communicate the material cost, external labor charges and expected duration of the work

Network Engineer IV

Isys Technologies
10.2007 - 03.2008
  • Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems
  • Provided complete end-to-end engineering and installation of route-based IP network solutions
  • Performed troubleshooting for Juniper, Cisco, and packet analysis
  • Provided network support services for devices such as hubs, bridges, routers, and other hardware
  • Troubleshot complex multi-vendor network service provider issues

Senior Information Mgmt Principal

ACS Inc
02.2007 - 09.2007
  • Responsible for the company’s network, including network design and security, Tier 3 support, customer setup and security
  • Identify process flaws and develop tools automation tools to reduce inefficiencies

Senior Network Engineer

Cendant Inc
09.2002 - 02.2007
  • Led initiatives to enhance classified network systems in U2 Signals Reconnaissance Operations
  • Deployed Solarwinds software to aid in network monitoring and future infrastructure expansions
  • Designed and implemented a new tactical ATM solution that will significantly increase the functionality of the program., Responsible for the successful migration of Cendant Business Units into the network infrastructure
  • Executed thorough checks to uphold reliability in database and network tools
  • Developed solutions for enhanced efficiency through tool automation

Network Manager

Flagstar Bank
05.2002 - 09.2002
  • Manage the Network Services team, responsible for all network design, troubleshooting and expansion of the corporate and branch offices
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies and applications

Sr Project Manager

Cisco Systems Inc
01.2000 - 06.2001
  • Developed and scoped new professional services opportunities in the Service Provider market
  • Developed detailed SOWs and updated cost structures
  • Crafted comprehensive project plans encompassing resource allocation, timeline establishment, and milestone setting
  • Provided guidance to Cisco Sales and Pre-Sales in the Professional Services procedures and processes

Education

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

University of Maryland - Global
06.1990 - 06.1998

Skills

Agile & SDLC Methodologies
Client service and support
Hardware and software installation
IT infrastructure
Material accountability
Model-based system engineering
Network and Security Operations
Network architecture
Project management
Risk Identification and Mitigation
System testing
TCP/IP protocol
Team leadership and mentoring
Time management
Training and development
Troubleshooting

  • Disaster recovery
  • Network security
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Firewalls
  • Switches and routers
  • Network architecture
  • Information security
  • Configuration management
  • Model-based system engineering

Certification

SAFe 5 Product Owner Project Manager Cisco CCNP Enterprise MBSE Scrum Owner Architect Profession Certification - Level 1 Experienced – IBM Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) Certification Training Quality in Practice Badge – IBM IBM Agile Explorer – IBM Cognitive Practitioner - IBM Security and Privacy by Design Foundations – IBM US Army 1983-1989

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Quote

The more I learn, the more I realize how much I don't know
Albert Einstein

Interests

Motorcyles

Guitar

Timeline

Senior Advanced Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS)
05.2022 - Current

Regional IT Manager

Amazon
04.2019 - 05.2022

Network Manager

IBM, US Forest Service
03.2010 - 03.2019

Network Operations Manager

IBM, DHS
01.2009 - 03.2010

Mission IT Division Manager

InfoZen
03.2008 - 01.2009

Network Engineer IV

Isys Technologies
10.2007 - 03.2008

Senior Information Mgmt Principal

ACS Inc
02.2007 - 09.2007

Senior Network Engineer

Cendant Inc
09.2002 - 02.2007

Network Manager

Flagstar Bank
05.2002 - 09.2002

Sr Project Manager

Cisco Systems Inc
01.2000 - 06.2001

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

University of Maryland - Global
06.1990 - 06.1998
Jim Moreau