Resume for Consulting purposes

Edward Koloditzky

173 Mount Selkirk Close, SE, Calgary, Alberta T2Z 2R5

(403)234-6046 (W) (403)257-1245 (H)

email: ed_koloditzky@cdnoxy.com

Objective:

To apply proven strengths in systems analysis and integration in order to maximize Information Systems value.

Professional Overview

Experienced professional in the facilitation, design, implementation and evaluation of desktop and network computing solutions.
Proven ability to manage complex desktop computing environments.
Over 8 years of IS experience working in oil and gas related firms.

Key Attributes

Executes responsibilities competently with individuals and team members.
Experience with Novell Netware and Windows NT Server on both token ring and ethernet networks.
Experience with many hardware platforms including Intel and Macintosh based PC�s and compatibles,.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills as well as a degree in management.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (1994)

The University of Calgary, Faculty of Management

Advanced High School Diploma (1988)

Henry WiseWood High School

Professional Experience

May, 1996 -

Present

Canadian Occidental Petroleum - Calgary, Alberta

Sr. Network Analyst

Created and maintained corporate intranet pilot.
Implemented server management program and alert paging system.
Played a key role in the planning and implementation of Windows NT 4.0 on all corporate desktops.
Implemented and maintained comprehensive enterprise virus protection strategy.
Tested, implemented and maintained enterprise backup strategy.
Responsible for day to day network operations and software installation, at head office and satellite offices.

July, 1994 -

May, 1996

Amerada Hess Canada Ltd. - Calgary, Alberta

Network Analyst

Planned migration to Windows 95 environment.
Planned and implemented ManageWise 2.0 desktop/network management software in both head office and field.
Coordinate purchasing, support, training, administration and distribution of desktop hardware and software for 210 clients (including both head office and field staff).
Novell Netware, Windows NT and MS Mail administration.
Software/Hardware support for all AHCL employees.

April, 1994-

July, 1994

Panther Software � Calgary, Alberta

Systems Consultant

Designed networking solution which integrated Macintosh, PC/Windows, and SUN/UNIX platforms.
Software and Systems Support.
Consulted on user interface design for Panther software.

May, 1993-

April, 1994

Numac Energy Inc. - Calgary, Alberta

PC Support Analyst

Project Manager for Numac�s migration from DOS to the MS Windows platform.
Supported 130 users with software, hardware, and network related problems. Hardware consisted mainly of PS/2�s with an introduction of Compaq Prolineas in late 1993, all on a token ring network. Software consisted primarily of Word Perfect 5.1, Harvard Graphics 3.0, Lotus 123, and Paradox 3.5, all on a Novell network.
Acted as backup network administrator.
Assisted in the implementation of a new integrated Human Resources/Payroll system.
Implemented a new automated hardware and software inventory system.
Selected and purchased PC�s, components, peripherals and software.

May, 1989 -

May, 1993

Delta Catalytic Corporation - Calgary, Alberta

PC Support Specialist

· "Help Desk" computer support which involved hardware, software and Novell network troubleshooting.

· Hardware/Software training and support for a suite of applications based on the Microsoft Windows environment.

· Oversaw the operations of the IBM AS/400 and System/36 computer systems.

· Performed daily and weekly backup and maintenance on the IBM AS/400, System/36 and a four-server Novell network.

Computer Proficiency

Windows 3.1/NT/95
DOS
Netware 3.x/4.x
NT Server 3.51, 4.0
MS Excel
MS Word
AlertPage
Novell ManageWise
Freelance
Access
LANdesk Virus Protect
ARCserve

Additional Information

Special Skills & Certifications

Thorough knowledge of most major software applications for DOS and Microsoft Windows as well as the environments themselves.
Novell Certified Network Administrator (CNA) in Netware 4.1
Microsoft Certified Product Specialist in:

Windows 95
Windows NT Server 3.51
MS Mail
Windows NT Server 4.0
Windows NT Workstation 4.0

A rare combination of strong technical skills with business training and savvy.
Fluent in the Russian Language.

Comments

As a commerce graduate I bring a unique slant to information technology. Aside from possessing strong technical skills, I look at information from a management perspective. I am keenly aware of the costs and benefits of information technology, as well as its importance to a firm�s success.

References

Available upon request.