Michael M Deweber
Midland,TX
Summary
Accomplished IT Director with over 23 years of experience in educational and enterprise environments, specializing in network engineering, cybersecurity, and IT infrastructure management. Proven leader skilled in system design, network security, and technical support. Passionate about continuous learning and delivering innovative solutions to enhance organizational technology and security.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Information Technology
Holy Cross Catholic High School
Midland, USA
06.2015 - Current
- Managed IT infrastructure for the entire school, ensuring reliable network and system performance.
- Configured and maintained VLANs, DHCP servers, and static IP assignments for secure network segmentation.
- Installed and supported Ubiquiti and Unifi switches and access points to provide robust wireless coverage.
- Oversaw firewall setup and maintenance, including Sonicwall configuration for network security.
- Led Cat6 and fiber installation projects, including fiber splicing for high-speed connectivity.
- Provided technical support and troubleshooting for desktops, laptops, and network devices.
- Supervised device technicians, supplied parts, and maintained a positive work environment.
- Generated gross profit reports and made technology recommendations based on experience.
- Led technology strategy to enhance educational resources and student engagement.
- Managed IT infrastructure ensuring reliable network connectivity for staff and students.
- Developed and implemented cybersecurity policies to protect sensitive information.
- Oversaw software procurement aligning tools with academic needs and budget constraints.
- Coordinated training sessions for faculty on new technologies and systems integration.
- Collaborated with administration to align IT initiatives with school mission and goals.
- Evaluated emerging technologies for potential adoption in the classroom environment.
- Supervised IT support staff providing guidance on troubleshooting and user assistance.
- Identified issues and resolved problems with hardware and software to improve end-user experience.
- Analyzed financial data, developed budget, and managed expenditures for technology services.
- Designed contingency planning, formal training, and employee development plan to increase staff quality performance.
- Collaborated with and mentored technology staff, promoting synergetic partnerships, credibility, and teamwork.
- Developed and implemented short and long-term technology programs to determine performance measurements, outcomes, and investment needs.
- Coordinated, managed and prepared RFPs and RFQs for purchasing department, recommending software, and hardware specifications.
- Facilitated leadership to community and internal staff by conducting technology trainings and workshops.
- Collaborated with management team to create tactical and strategic information systems plans meeting consumer needs.
- Streamlined mobile and cloud-based computing through blend of efficient and effective applications with ongoing reliability testing.
- Established processes for collecting feedback from customers on their experience with IT services.
- Researched best practices for managing IT assets such as computer equipment tracking methods.
- Created policies and procedures for system access, usage, security, backup and recovery, disaster recovery plans, and other related activities.
- Reviewed vendor contracts related to IT services including cloud hosting providers.
- Documented all changes made to the IT environment including hardware and software upgrades or modifications.
- Performed regular system audits to ensure data integrity and security protocols are followed.
- Managed the installation, configuration, and maintenance of network hardware and software.
- Monitored performance metrics such as system uptime, response times, throughputs.
- Identified opportunities for process automation through scripting or other methods.
- Ensured appropriate licenses were purchased for any third-party software used within the organization.
- Implemented short-term workarounds and long-term solutions to technical problems.
- Anticipated future trends using strategic planning resulting in balancing risk-taking with continuous innovation.
- Attended ongoing seminars, workshops and continuing education courses to remain current in emerging technology and advancements.
- Maintained knowledge of advances in information technology systems and applications.
- Evaluated organization's technology to recommend upgrades for hardware and software.
- Reviewed and approved project plans prior to implementation.
- Procured IT resources for strategic and operational computing requirements.
- Developed data security and disaster recovery procedures.
Jr. Network Administrator
Bowie ISD
01.2002 - 08.2012
- Maintained computers and performed ghost imaging for efficient system deployment.
- Configured Cisco routers and managed network hardware installations.
- Terminated Cat5/6 cables and performed fiber termination for network infrastructure.
- Created user accounts and managed Microsoft Server 2000 environments.
- Conducted regular backups using Veritas Backup solutions.
Lead Computer Technician
CompUSA
Lewisville, USA
02.2005 - 07.2007
- Diagnosed and repaired hardware and software issues on Windows and Linux systems.
- Provided technical support to customers and staff for various computer problems.
- Installed and configured operating systems and software applications.
- Assisted with network setup and troubleshooting for clients.
Education
M.A. - Clinical Psychology
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TXM.S - Clinical Psychology, Biology, Neuropsychology
Skills
- Network engineering
- Network security
- Sonicwall Firewall configuration
- VLAN and DHCP configuration
- Ubiquiti and Unifi Switches and AP configuration
- Fiber and Cat6 installation and splicing
- Server and system administration
- Network infrastructure management
- Technical troubleshooting and support
- Team leadership and mentoring
Certification
- CodeHS and Coder Z Certification for JavaScript and Python
- Google Workspace Certification
- CompTIA A+
- Sonicwall Certification for Firewalls
- CCNA
Timeline
Director of Information Technology
Holy Cross Catholic High School
06.2015 - Current
Lead Computer Technician
CompUSA
02.2005 - 07.2007
Jr. Network Administrator
Bowie ISD
01.2002 - 08.2012
M.A. - Clinical Psychology
Midwestern State University