Kevin D. Mees
Interim IT Director
North Platte,NE
Summary
IT professional with comprehensive experience in managing IT infrastructures and implementing strategic initiatives. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through innovative solutions. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and consistently achieving project goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Interim IT Director
City Of North Platte
04.2025 - Current
- Conducted regular audits of hardware inventory to ensure proper asset management across the organization''s technology infrastructure.
- Coordinated large-scale technology migrations to minimize disruption while enhancing overall system capabilities.
- Optimized existing systems through regular evaluations, making necessary adjustments to improve functionality and user experience.
- Enhanced IT infrastructure by implementing strategic technology upgrades and streamlining system processes.
- Developed performance metrics to evaluate IT department success and identify areas for potential improvement.
- Established IT policies and procedures, fostering a secure and efficient work environment for all employees.
- Managed a team of IT professionals, providing mentorship and guidance to boost productivity and ensure project success.
- Implemented cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive company data and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Reduced downtime and improved overall system performance by proactively addressing potential issues with network maintenance.
- Facilitated seamless communication between IT personnel and other departments, promoting collaboration on key projects.
- Oversaw budget management for the IT department, allocating resources effectively while minimizing costs where possible.
- Wrote strategic business plans outlining need for departmental information technology resources.
Lead IT Specialist
City Of North Platte
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Assist IT Director in daily operation of City of North Platte IT Department
- Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
- Cordate projects and receive updates on current projects of the IT department.
- Resolves issue that arise with current employees.
- Keep Director updated with any issues and projects of the IT department.
Network Specialist II
City of North Platte
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Assist IT Director as needed.
- Fill in as needed in the absence of the IT Director.
- Performed advance configuration and troubleshooting of Tyler Technologies Enterprise ERP software.
- Performed advance configuration and troubleshooting of Harris Computers NorthStar Utility Software.
- Collaborated with IT team members to develop comprehensive strategies for daily operation of of the City of North Platte.
Network Specialist I
City of North Platte
11.2014 - 01.2019
- Provided daily communication with the County Jail and County Sheriffs Office.
- Install PC, Printer, Laptops, and other hardware to support the Jail & Sheriff Office.
- Performed configuration and troubleshooting of Watchguard Firewalls & Trend Micro to maintain the security of the County.
- Collaborated with IT team members to develop comprehensive strategies for daily operation of the IT Department
- Assist with Daily operations of the County Courthouse and City of North Platte.
IT Specialist
North Platte Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine
11.2013 - 11.2014
- In charge of clinics daily IT needs and upgrades
- Install and help maintain numerous medical software (Horizon, McKesson, Centricity, Eclipsys)
- Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
- Patched software and installed new versions to eliminate security problems and protect data.
- Managed hardware and software inventory, ensuring timely updates and replacements as needed.
Certified Resident Tech
Staples
07.2013 - 11.2014
- Remove viruses from customer’s computers
- Repair customers’ computers as needed
- Help customers with all of their technology questions
- Help maintain technology area
- Help sell electronic items
IT Specialist II
LRICO Services
05.2012 - 07.2013
- Take Help Desk calls from multiple companies that are owned by LRICO
- Managed hardware and software inventory, ensuring timely updates and replacements as needed.
- Built, maintained, and customized the companies Spiceworks help desk server
- Maintain inventory of company PCs and Laptops
- Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
- Help maintain company cell phones and policies
- Help users setup VPN connection
- Set up user email profiles on both of the companies hosted and un-hosted Exchange servers
PC/Hardware/Help Desk Support
Crete Carrier Corporation
02.2008 - 05.2012
- Prepare, repair, and troubleshoot user PCs
- Maintain inventory of all user PCs and printers
- Help maintain print server
- Take Help Desk calls from user and managers and assist with advance questions
- Assist other help desk user with questions and problems
- Used company ran Sharepoint site to input and maintain help desk tickets.
- Assist users with Crete’s AS/400 program
- Help maintain Citrix Server
- Help users setup VPN connection
- Monitor Daily and Monthly Windows Backups
- Monitor and maintain antivirus/email program
- Process, setup, and install new computers
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - MicrocomputerTechnology With Focus in Networking And PC Troubleshooting
Southeast Community College
Lincoln, NE 05.2005 - 01.2007
Skills
Skilled in Microsoft Windows 95 through Windows 11
Windows Server 2003 through Server 2025 administration
Ubuntu, Linux Mint, Red Hat, Fedora, & Kali Linux system administration
Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
Experienced with Microsoft SQL Server
Proficient in Veeam Backup
Experience with System i technology
VMware vSphere administration
Proficient in WatchGuard firewall configuration
Experienced with Microsoft Exchange and Exchange Online administration
Experience with numerous Help Desk software packages
Proficient in Tyler Technologies Enterprise ERP
Skilled in utilizing NorthStar software
Experience with healthcare software
Administration of Microsoft 365 solutions (Entra, Intune, Azure, Autopilot
System installation expertise
Management of system upgrades
Technical troubleshooting skills
Technical support expertise
IT financial management
IT infrastructure management
Information security
IT project oversight
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Timeline
Interim IT Director
City Of North Platte
04.2025 - Current
Lead IT Specialist
City Of North Platte
01.2024 - 04.2025
Network Specialist II
City of North Platte
01.2019 - 01.2024
Network Specialist I
City of North Platte
11.2014 - 01.2019
IT Specialist
North Platte Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine
11.2013 - 11.2014
Certified Resident Tech
Staples
07.2013 - 11.2014
IT Specialist II
LRICO Services
05.2012 - 07.2013
PC/Hardware/Help Desk Support
Crete Carrier Corporation
02.2008 - 05.2012
Associate of Applied Science - MicrocomputerTechnology With Focus in Networking And PC Troubleshooting
Southeast Community College
05.2005 - 01.2007