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SoftwareEngineer

Paula Space

Parkersburg

Summary

Senior Technical Advisor with 10+ years of project management experience at US Treasury, specializing in data analytics and process improvement to boost operational efficiency. Expertise in developing innovative solutions with SharePoint, Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI, driving collaboration among cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Skills

  • IBM z/OS tools: 5 years
  • DB2, SQL, Oracle, and Access database administration: 10 years
  • Backup and recovery, and disaster management: 5 years
  • Project management: 10 years
  • Statistical analysis: 10 years
  • Mainframe programming: 10 years
  • Data analytics: 10 years
  • SharePoint, Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Power Pages: 5 years
  • Process improvement: 10 years
  • Java, Python, COBOL, C, and Visual Software Development: 10 years
  • Risk assessment: 10 years
  • SharePoint administration: 5 or more years
  • Agile methodologies: 10 years

Work History

Senior Technical Advisor

Criminal Investigations, IRS
Management & Program Analyst GS-15
10.2023 - Current
  • Delivered briefings and comprehensive reports on project progress to key stakeholders.
  • Monitored system performance metrics to ensure high operational standards.
  • Developed Criminal Investigation Data Architecture and Data Catalog for digital data lifecycle tracking.
  • Implemented support strategies across the agency utilizing SharePoint, M365 tools, and Power BI.
  • Established organizational structures that improved departmental efficiency.
  • Prepared action plans with detailed statistical summaries for strategic decision-making by management.
  • Facilitated stakeholder communication with development teams during project design phases.
  • Researched new technologies that could improve the organization's IT capabilities.

Information Technology PM & Innovation Developer

Learning and Innovation - Internal Revenue Service
IT Specialist - GS14
11.2021 - 10.2023
  • Conducted analyses of software packages for online learning, emphasizing cloud services for Internal Revenue Service.
  • Identified risks and benefits impacting millions of taxpayers through detailed research.
  • Developed actionable recommendations and corrective measures based on comprehensive findings.
  • Coordinated teams to effectively address complex federal and state policy issues.
  • Provided consultation to senior management on sensitive matters requiring strategic insight.
  • Aligned cross-functional teams with agile methodologies to fulfill user requirements.
  • Managed compliance oversight with the Administrative Procedure Act for federal rulemakings.
  • Presented detailed reports on project progress to senior leadership, ensuring transparency.

Web Development and Volunteer Work

Humane Society of Parkersburg
IT Specialist/Web Developer
06.2017 - 08.2023

Executed web development and design projects to enhance online presence.

  • Conducted research to identify operational efficiencies and process improvements.
  • Performed financial reviews to ensure accountability and transparency.
  • Led outreach initiatives for successful fundraising campaigns.
  • Trained volunteers on best practices for animal handling.
  • Conducted system analysis and testing to resolve technical inefficiencies.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve project objectives within deadlines.
  • Implemented front-end development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for visually appealing web pages.

Senior Tech Analyst

Human Resources, Bureau of the Fiscal Service
IT Specialist GS-13
10.2019 - 11.2021
  • Identified HR processes suitable for Robotic Process Automation, gathering requirements with cross-functional teams.
  • Coordinated stakeholder engagement through agile and lean methodologies, aligning teams with strategic goals.
  • Prepared and circulated program directives and policy statements while developing procedural guidelines.
  • Served as liaison with agency managers and executives, advocating for HR interests in planning and execution.
  • Resolved conflicts that hindered program objectives, ensuring timely initiative completion.
  • Developed process improvement projects using data analytics to enhance Human Resources efficiency.
  • Managed organizational changes by applying continuous process improvement principles.
  • Transitioned operations from HPSM to ServiceNow for improved Change Control and Ticket Management.
  • Configured MS Office features such as SharePoint, Flow, and Teams for better collaboration between teams.

Data Storage Administrator

Bureau of the Fiscal Service
IT Specialist GS-12
06.2016 - 10.2019
  • Crafted whitepapers outlining AI integration in predictive storage management systems.
  • Applied AI and machine learning methodologies to address potential data access risks.
  • Revamped backup and recovery solutions for Bureau of Fiscal Service using IBM Spectrum Protect.
  • Ensured compliance with IT standards through solution architecture focused on system integrity.
  • Launched IBM TS7700 Virtual Tape System in two data centers, enhancing data redundancy.
  • Managed migration from legacy tape systems to modern virtual tape storage solutions.
  • Developed policies for maintaining mainframe backups within Tivoli Storage Management environment.
  • Monitored performance metrics to optimize storage operations and support customer needs.

Budget Formulation and Execution Mgmt.

Bureau of the Fiscal Service
Supervisory Financial Systems Analyst GS-13
05.2013 - 06.2016
  • Supervised Shared-Service team to standardize budget formulation and execution services for multiple US Government agencies.
  • Coordinated stakeholder engagements using agile and lean methodologies to align cross-functional teams with strategic goals.
  • Managed approximately 20 personnel, including Customer Service Representatives and Application Developers.
  • Utilized leadership training techniques to optimize resource allocation and fulfill program objectives effectively.
  • Oversaw planning, directing, and execution of the Budget Formulation and Execution Program through delegated authority.
  • Approved multi-year work plans for contracted teams, enhancing program goal achievement via a custom ticketing system.
  • Led development of budgeting software for congressional budget books, ensuring continuous improvements in functionality.
  • Gathered requirements and analyzed performance metrics to preemptively address risks in shared services processes.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems including use of SharePoint, Teams, and JIRA custom solutions.

Adjunct Professor of Computer Science

West Virginia University of Parkersburg
Computer Science & Technology
12.2008 - 12.2015
  • Prepared curriculum and selected materials for diverse student needs across multiple course levels.
  • Managed large classrooms, ensuring effective engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Delivered lectures for courses including Systems Analysis, Database Theory, and Introduction to Computer Science.
  • Conducted classes in both traditional and virtual environments to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Designed virtual environments to facilitate online instruction and enhance accessibility.
  • Wrote policies for assignment handling to streamline processes and improve transparency.
  • Recorded instructional materials in video and audio formats for online courses and special needs students.
  • Researched and implemented best practices to enhance teaching methods and instructional delivery.

Lead Database Management Specialist

Bureau of the Fiscal Service
IT Specialist GS-13
05.2012 - 05.2013
  • Led cross-functional teams, including database administrators and financial analysts, in technical research on product usage and effectiveness.
  • Coordinated stakeholder engagement using agile and lean methodologies to unify team strategies around user needs.
  • Monitored database growth trends and market fluctuations to inform environmental analyses for US Treasury systems.
  • Advanced adoption of emerging technologies within government operations to enhance efficiency.
  • Evaluated departmental needs and delegated tasks to maximize production outcomes.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly while ensuring professionalism and service quality.
  • Developed comprehensive reports on operational metrics and presented findings to senior management.
  • Guided management staff in developing and evaluating policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives.

Database Management

Bureau of the Public Debt
IT Specialist - GS-12
03.2005 - 12.2011
  • Designed, tested, and monitored critical datasets for US Treasury to enhance data integrity.
  • Served as Primary Database Administrator for TreasuryDirect, TRES, and ESTBNB systems.
  • Achieved certification as first trained DB2 UDB Administrator for Bureau of the Public Debt.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze product usage and recommend improvements impacting millions of US taxpayers.
  • Utilized Crystal Reports, Power BI, Tableau, Oracle, DB2, SQL for predictive analysis of taxpayer needs.
  • Executed successful transfer of HBITS application data to new hardware format.
  • Led training initiatives on JCL, SQL, BMC, database design, and Systems Development Lifecycle.
  • Provided support for MySQL, DB2, Oracle, SQL, and Access database management systems and developed SQL queries for large dataset insights.

EEO Counselor

Bureau of the Public Debt
Collateral Duty Assignment
06.2003 - 06.2009
  • Conducted interviews with aggrieved individuals and management to facilitate informal grievance resolutions.
  • Performed comprehensive analysis of Federal Regulations and HR processes for grievance resolution recommendations.
  • Authored monthly Counselor’s Reports for formal and informal grievance processing.
  • Informed management of complaints through Rights and Responsibilities Interviews, identifying opportunities for resolution.
  • Investigated civil and equal rights claims to identify just cases and pursue satisfactory outcomes.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changes in legislation affecting Equal Opportunity rights.
  • Collaborated with legal counsel to address complex issues involving Equal Opportunity law.

Software Applications Developer

Bureau of the Public Debt
IT Specialist COBOL And Java - GS-7 To 12
03.2002 - 12.2005
  • Designed and tested systems delivering IT products for US Treasury, including Payment Automations and TreasuryDirect.
  • Developed software solutions in Python, SQL, Java, JS, C, C++, JCL, JSON, HTML.
  • Served as User Experience Designer for public and staff-facing initiatives across design areas.
  • Incorporated Agile and Waterfall methodologies to enhance system development lifecycle and quality assurance.
  • Authored user manuals for customer training sessions to facilitate effective roll-out.
  • Analyzed user requirements to create tailored software solutions with high usability.
  • Conducted system integration testing across multiple platforms to ensure performance reliability.
  • Identified and resolved system bottlenecks through thorough debugging processes.

Counter Intelligence Agent and Signals Operator

US Army
E1 To E5
07.1990 - 07.1997
  • Executed counterintelligence surveys and investigations to identify national security threats.
  • Analyzed foreign troop movements and intercepted military communications using sensitive radios.
  • Compiled and distributed comprehensive counterintelligence reports for force protection.
  • Led liaison operations with foreign agencies to enhance collaboration.
  • Maintained counterintelligence databases to ensure data accuracy and availability.
  • Served in Desert Shield and Desert Storm operations, demonstrating commitment and resilience.
  • Functioned as Recruiter upon returning home, facilitating personnel onboarding.
  • Received multiple commendations, including Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Software Engineering

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems, Statistics

West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Montgomery, WV

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Technical Advisor

Criminal Investigations, IRS
10.2023 - Current

Information Technology PM & Innovation Developer

Learning and Innovation - Internal Revenue Service
11.2021 - 10.2023

Senior Tech Analyst

Human Resources, Bureau of the Fiscal Service
10.2019 - 11.2021

Web Development and Volunteer Work

Humane Society of Parkersburg
06.2017 - 08.2023

Data Storage Administrator

Bureau of the Fiscal Service
06.2016 - 10.2019

Budget Formulation and Execution Mgmt.

Bureau of the Fiscal Service
05.2013 - 06.2016

Lead Database Management Specialist

Bureau of the Fiscal Service
05.2012 - 05.2013

Adjunct Professor of Computer Science

West Virginia University of Parkersburg
12.2008 - 12.2015

Database Management

Bureau of the Public Debt
03.2005 - 12.2011

EEO Counselor

Bureau of the Public Debt
06.2003 - 06.2009

Software Applications Developer

Bureau of the Public Debt
03.2002 - 12.2005

Counter Intelligence Agent and Signals Operator

US Army
07.1990 - 07.1997

Some College (No Degree) - Software Engineering

West Virginia University

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems, Statistics

West Virginia University Institute of Technology
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