Dynamic Senior Storage Systems Software Specialist with a proven track record at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas. Excelled in identifying critical software bugs and championing secure coding practices, enhancing system reliability and data security. Skilled in software development and project management, coupled with exceptional teamwork and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated adaptability by staying ahead of tech trends, driving innovation and performance improvements.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Storage Systems Software Specialist
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
10.1974 - 03.2013
Identified and resolved critical software bugs, ensuring optimal system performance and reliability.
Maintained up-to-date documentation for all software projects, enabling seamless team collaboration and knowledge transfer.
Championed best practices for secure coding, safeguarding sensitive user data from potential breaches or misuse.
Conducted thorough market research to identify emerging trends and opportunities, informing future product development strategies.
Under the direction of the Assistant Manager, Storage Systems, participates in the installation maintenance, and utilization and requirements gathering activities of the storage management function. Directly responsible for the storage system configuration planning and activities in the storage management function, including the Storage systems (tape and DASD), monitoring the storage systems to insure acceptable performance is provided, assisting with storage system problem resolution, prepares performance reporting and completes data set activities for all data sets used by the DASD system.
This position required a bachelors degree in Computer Science or the equivalent. I achieved the equivalent,