I have considerable expertise in Linux, including the design and maintenance of my own distribution — Zinux Linux. Zinux is based on the Linux from Scratch project, but has been greatly customized and extended for my own requirements. Most significantly, I have created an automatic build system that makes from-source installation of the entire OS a simple and speedy process. Zinux includes a complete set of standard Linux tools, a variety of Internet and network servers, and even a live CD for easy installation and emergency use.

I have also contributed patches or other code for several open-source projects including clamdmail, qmail-ldap, and dovecot, (all in C) written several WoW addons including AcceptDailies, AutoGroupFriends, and TurnInEverything (all in LUA) and have completed a variety of unpublished personal programming projects such as a hybrid BlueTooth/GPS multi-user location tracker that includes both web (PHP, PgSQL) and BlackBerry (Java) components, and a web-enabled, multi-zone, scheduled, proximity-sensing, weather-aware thermostat (C, PHP, Perl, Bash, PgSQL).

Work Experience:


July 2002-Present	Cynic by Trade, LLC	La Crosse, WI
President
In 2002 I created a computer consulting company to provide comprehensive technology support to small business. We provide computer sales and service, server, network, and end-user support, and custom programing, integration, and automation services — essentially the same services that an in-house IT staff would provide, but without the expense of dedicated staffing. In this position I directly manage 1 full-time and 2 part-time employees.

May 2006-Present	Dice, Inc.	Urbandale, IA
Integration Engineer
As an integration engineer for Dice I have performed a variety of programming tasks, including the design and implementation of both internal and external monitoring programs, web spiders to collect job postings and sales leads, and many smaller projects. My work is primarily in Perl, but often includes lesser amounts of PHP, HTML, JavaScript and SQL. I have also provided both maintenance and new development for ClearanceJobs.com and JobsInTheMoney.com, including new job loading interfaces via SOAP and email.

June 2005-May 2006	Palisade Systems, Inc.	Ames, IA
Software Engineer
As a software engineer for Palisade Systems I continued my contributions to the company's line of network security products, including ScreenDoor and PacketSure. I designed and coded many parts of the products' configuration and reporting interfaces in C, Perl, PHP, Flash, HTML and SQL, and assisted with testing and debugging of the products as a whole. I also designed and maintained several data tracking and integration systems for Palisade's internal use in manufacturing, marketing and accounting.

November 2003-June 2005	Palisade Systems, Inc.	Ames, IA
Intern
In this position I contributed to the design and implementation of network security products including PacketHound, ScreenDoor, FireBlock, and SmokeDetector. I wrote and modified programs in C and Perl, both for the core network product and the user and OS interfaces. I also created and administered several databases and interfaces for customer and product tracking.

March 2002-June 2005	Iowa State University, Music	Ames, IA
Systems Administrator, Webmaster
My primary duties in this position include the design and maintenance of a large website, computer and office technology support for faculty and staff, and administration of all departmental servers. I also oversee the department's enterprise-integrated computing labs and their support staff.

June 2003-November 2003	CyRide	Ames, IA
Transit Driver
In this position I obtained my class B commercial driver's license and operated transit buses up to 42' in length.

2000-2003	Iowa State University, Horticulture	Ames, IA
HTML Assistant
My primary duties in this position included the design and maintenance of a large website as well as computer and office technology support for faculty and staff.

Summer 2002	La Crosse Area Convention & Visitor's Bureau	La Crosse, WI
On-Site Representative
My primary duties in this position included telephone and in-person assistance of La Crosse area visitors and the general pubic, in relation to activities, lodging, dining, and many other concerns.

Summer 2001	The Trane Company	La Crosse, WI
Summer Engineer
In this position I was a member of the control systems design team for a new air conditioner control platform. My primary duties included drafting and execution of verification plans for both software and hardware components of the control system.

Summer 2000	The Trane Company	La Crosse, WI
CenTraVac Checker
In this position I was a member of the CenTraVac production team. My primary duties included locating and transporting all CenTraVac components into the assembly room.

1999-2000	Wal-Mart	Onalaska, WI
Floor Clerk
My primary duties in this position included sales, merchandizing, and customer assistance.

1998-1999	Happy Joe's	Onalaska, WI
Pizzamaker
In this position I prepared and served pizzas and other foods, and performed various cleaning duties.

1997-1998	Apac Teleservices	La Crosse, WI
Customer Service Representative
In this position I was a member of several phone sales and customer service teams. My primary duties included sales, data entry, and customer assistance.

1996-1997	Lodestar Publications	Holmen, WI
Office Assistant
In this position I performed various clerical duties, including typing and proofreading, and helped support their office technology.

Volunteer Experience:

I was founder and leader of The Empire from 1997 to 2003. The Empire is a service-oriented youth group in the La Crosse, Wisconsin area. We performed various fundraising and community service tasks and provided safe activities for area teens. In addition to my involvement in and organization of The Empire's social and service activities, I maintained several electronic services for the group.

Awards & Activities:

National Merit® Scholar, 2000
Member of IEEE, 2001-2003
Member of the Iowa Statesmen, 2000-2004
Member of the Iowa State University Hockey Pep Band, 2002-2008

Employer References:

Larry Curry
Facilities Manager
Department of Music

141 Music Hall
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011-2180

Phone: (515) 294-4735
Email: lcurry@iastate.edu

Dave Rush
Development Manager
Palisade Systems, Inc.

400 Locust Street, Suite 700
Des Moines, IA 50309

Phone: (515) 296-3778
Email: drush@palisadesys.com

Doyle Groves
Integration Engineering Manager
Dice

4101 NW Urbandle Dr
Urbandale, IA 50322

Phone: (515) 313-2143
Email: doyle@dice.com

Personal References:

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