Dear Employer,

I have a vast amount of knowledge and work experience working remotely in all
phases of Systems Design, Programming, Data Modeling, Conversions, and DBA
support using multiple platforms to develop and convert systems for organizations
like Procter & Gamble, General Electric Aircraft Engines, Convergys, Kroger,
Cincinnati Milacron as a proven Systems Developer. Below is a summary of the
software, platforms, languages, and Data Bases that I have worked with using SDLC
Methodologies.

--> Client/Server experience includes - Oracle 8i, 9i, 10g, PL/SQL, Stored
Procedures, Packages, Functions, Triggers, Tables, Indexes, SQL*Plus, MS SQL
Server 2005, DTS, SSIS, Connect Direct, FTP, HP-UX, Unix Shell Scripting, Toad,
Linux, Apache, Windows NT/2000/XP, MS Office Suites, Excel, Open Office 2.2,
Business Objects, Micro Focus, HTML, ITSM, ERP, Erwin, Visio, Data Modeling,
Physical Design, Optimizing, and Data Warehousing using SDLC methodologies.

--> Mainframe experience includes - z/OS, S390, MVS, Cobol, CICS, DB2, PL/1,
Assembler, Fortran, IMS DB/DC, MFS, IDMS ADS/O, TSO, ISPF, JCL, Clist, Rexx,
Roscoe, FileAid, BMC, SPUFI, QMF, Xpediter, Abend-AID,  SAR, SAS, Syncsort, RACF,
ACF2, VSAM, Strobe, Omegamon, Intertest, Endevor, Changeman, Panvalet, BMS/GT,
IBM Debugger, ITSM, CA-7, UCC7, CA-11, UCC11, and Zeke.

As you can see this experience is very diversified and I have the ability to
work independently using a strong work ethic on a remote basis. Throughout my
career I have been successful in completing projects despite demanding
specifications, requirements and timelines. Projects have consistently been
completed on time and done right with a mature attitude and a very “Tenacious Get
It Done” work style. 


Sincerely,

Thomas B. Shedd


Objective

Seeking contracts working remotely that involve any phases of Systems
Development including Programming, DBA Support, Data Modeling,  Evaluations,
Benchmarks, Legacy Conversions, and support for Oracle, SQL Server, Unix and
Mainframe systems on a 24/7 basis, along with providing on-site support as
needed.


Overview

--> Developed and supported systems at Procter & Gamble Corporate Headquarters,
GE Aircraft Engines, Cincinnati Milicron, Convergys, Kroger and Ohio National
Life Insurance for over 20 years.

--> Experience in all phases of system development and Database Design using
SDLC methods for Client/Servers and Mainframes with a wide variety of platforms
and software.

--> Provided remote system development and support on a 24/7 basis to Fortune
100 clients.

--> Provided Forensic Data Recovery, IDS, Firewalls, Spyware, Malware, and
support for private investigators.


Experience

Procter & Gamble Corporate Headquarters   12 years - (Various Projects) from
1992 - 2008

Oracle CRM Data Warehouse Project - Developed, fine tuned, and optimized PL/SQL
Stored Procedures, Packages, Functions, Triggers, Tables, Indexes, and performed
DBA roles and functions using Oracle 9i, 10g on a HP-UX Client/Server system in a
Java/J2EE environment. Also streamlined and optimized Unix Daily, Weekly, and
Monthly  Shell Scripts, along with QA Testing and conversions. Remote development
and support was 24/7.  

Order, Shipping, Billing, AP, AR, CRM, Sales, & CPG Projects -  Developed
On-Line and Batch systems utilizing CICS, IDMS, DB2, Cobol, PL/1 along with
extensive system regression, QA testing and conversions. Assisted DB2 DBA(s) with
Data Modeling and Index Optimization along with creating scripted backups and
restores.  As a IDMS DBA designed, Coded, Tested and Implemented P&G's ADS/Online
Product Structure Database for CRM using Teradata denormalized tables. Remote
development and support was 24/7. 


Kroger  – 2006 - 2007

Oracle/SQL Server Manufacturing Accounting System Project - Developed new
Client/Server requirements, designs, and specifications from legacy Cobol/PL/1
IMS/DB2 Mainframe manufacturing systems using Stored Procedures, Functions,
Triggers, Tables and Business Objects, running on Oracle 9i/Unix and MS SQL
Server 2003 platforms in a Java/J2EE environment. Assisted DBA(s) with Data
Modeling, Indexing, Optimization requirements and conversions. Assisted and
evaluated ERP systems with Legacy logistic migrations to MS SQL Server.


Ohio National Life Insurance  -  2004 - 2005

ACH Bank Drafting and Traditional Life Insurance Projects - Enhancements and
Batch Development for a merged insurance company into the Mainframe Systems
utilizing Cobol, PL/1, IMS,  DB2, and  Vantage 1. Extensive system regression and
QA testing was done to insure 100% accuracy of enhanced modules.


Cincinnati Milacron  - 1998 - 2000

Oracle Product Data Warehouse Project - Converted and QA Tested Cobol IDMS/ADSO
Mainframe system to Oracle8i Data Base Warehouse system utilizing PL/SQL Stored
Procedures, Packages, Functions, Triggers, Tables, and Indexes on a HP-UX Unix
Client/Server system. Remote development and support was 24/7. 


Convergys  4 years - (Various Projects) from  1990 - 1994 

Cellular Phone Billing System Project - Developed new Client/Server
requirements, designs, specifications and programs from legacy Mainframe Cellware
system utilizing Micro Focus CICS, Cobol, and DB2. Extensive system regression
and QA testing was required to insure 100% accuracy of enhanced modules.

NTT Japan Billing System Project - Developed On-Line and Batch Mainframe
programs using CICS, Cobol, IMS DB/DC, and DB2 using Micro Focus Client/Servers.


General Electric Aircraft Engines  - (Various Projects) from  1986 - 1990

GE Invoicing, Tooling and Spare Parts Projects - Developed On-Line and Batch
Mainframe programs using Cobol, IDMS/ADSO to convert Honeywell Systems to IBM.
Mentored Jr. Analysts and programmers just out of college. Extensive system
regression and QA testing was required to insure 100% accuracy of enhanced
modules.  Development and support was 24/7.


Education

University of Cincinnati Computer Science Graduate


Hourly Rate: Competitive

Citizenship: USA Citizen

References: Upon Request