RICHARD AMOLE
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
IT Professional with more than 10 years of experience in design, development, testing and evaluation of computer based systems. I possess extensive knowledge in the analysis and design of business applications on complex, large-scale systems, including database management concepts and coding methodologies. Advanced expertise in modern software development processes in various environments, to include object-oriented development. Capable of translating operational requirements into detailed software/system requirements and integrating COTS products into software/system architectures. Knowledge of current storage and retrieval methods, as well as, the ability to formulate specifications for use in coding, testing and debugging of various applications.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC), Alexandria, VA 2007-Present
Department of Defense
Systems Analyst
Ø Analyze and revise existing system logic difficulties and documentation to enhance system efficiency.
Ø Maintain file servers and network access; document and analyze system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance.
Ø Troubleshoot and analyze tasks on various phases of system development including interoperability testing, field test plans and customer acceptance plans to maintain the credibility/viability of the system.
Ø Write test plans for all levels of testing. Conduct testing and maintain records of test progress, document results, prepare reports and present results as appropriate.
Ø Work with engineers and customers to gather and determine system requirements.
Ø Recommend industry best practices and frameworks (e.g. ITIL, CMMI) and follow through on implementation.
Ø Provide training on how to maximize usefulness of existing software.
Ø Design custom data models that integrated with Oracle Applications.
Ø Facilitate priority setting for the availability of resources where there are project conflicts.
Ø Produce project documentation including schedules, system requirements, technical design and testing.
Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) Rockville, MD
Department of Agriculture September 2004 – June 2007
Oracle Developer
Ø Identified and promoted best practices and patterns for logical data modeling, and provided oversight for all activities related to data cleansing, quality and consolidation using standard modeling methodologies and processes.
Ø Performed data-manipulation as necessary, and transformation.
Ø Developed various Oracle Applications using PL/SQL, SQL*Plus, Forms, Reports, Workflow Builder, and Application Object Library.
Ø Used Oracle E-Business Suite applications for accounts payable/accounts receivable (AP/AR), general ledger, fixed assets, and cash management, supporting data extraction, filtering, and validation.
Ø Facilitated users through all Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) phases.
Ø Wrote technical design documents for conversions, extensions, interfaces, and reports.
Ø Performed database repairs and managed database backup and recovery procedures.
Ø Investigated feasibility, cost, time and compatibility with hardware and software systems.
Ø Monitored database disk utilization and recommended storage requirements and strategies.
Ø Knowledgeable about database data warehousing constructs such as fact tables, star and snowflake schemas.
Ø Designed and developed logical data models based on business requirements.
Softech Systems Incorporated Rockville, MD
Department of Health and Human Services May 2001 – August 2004
Oracle Developer
Ø Created and modified Oracle forms and reports to system specifications.
Ø Created and maintained database objects.
Ø Developed E-Business Suite programs to support supply chain, order and warehouse management system inventory, purchasing, and iProcurement.
Ø Designed and implemented error checking and correction protocols and programs.
Ø Built Internet access and GUI interfaces to Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS).
Ø Created detailed project outlines of tables, databases, forms, and reports.
Ø Gathered application requirements and provided design recommendations.
Ø Created, modified, tested, and documented PL/SQL, tables, packages, procedures, functions, and database triggers.
Ø Experience using Oracle Collections, bulking techniques, partition utilization to increase performance.
Ø Performed database repairs and managed database backup and recovery using standard and reliable procedures.
Ø Implemented database security best practices in compliance with government and industry regulations.
Ø Maintained DDL changes across code releases, ensuring they are packaged appropriately for deployment to promoted environments.
Signal Corporation Rockville, MD
Department of Transportation March 1999 – April 2001
Oracle Developer
Ø Managed the technical design and implementation of Oracle related components.
Ø Experience with data partitioning, materialized views, and parallel queries.
Ø Independently determined methods and procedures to be used on new assignments and provided guidance to other personnel.
Ø Interacted with management on matters concerning several functional areas and/or customers.
Ø Developed test plans, for data access and data distribution routines.
Ø Created detailed project outlines of tables, databases, forms, and reports.
Ø Produced requirements, functional and design specifications in the course of implementing solutions.
Ø Analyzed system performance using various tools and reported recommendations for improving system stability and performance.
Ø Created complex SQL queries and UNIX shell scripts as part of data migration.
Ø Designed, developed, implemented and maintained business, accounting and management information.
Ø Developed and customized programs on demand and maintained existing data.
Ø Communicated and documented system changes and processes to appropriate personnel.
SKILLS
Programming Tools: C, C++, Oracle Developer, Oracle Forms & Reports, Visual Basic, HTML, XML, Workflow Builder, Application Object Library, Java Script, Java
Applications: Microsoft Access, SQL Server, Oracle Financials E-Business Suite 11i, Oracle Financials 10.4, SQL*Loader, SQL*Plus, PL/SQL, Cognos, Microsoft Vista Professional, Lotus Notes
Operating Systems: Oracle 8/9i/10g, UNIX, AIX Terminal (Sun Solaris), Microsoft Windows NT/2003/XP/Vista
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
South-Bank University, London, U.K.
Bachelor of Science, Technology Management
Completed: July 1996
Oracle DBA/Developer Certification, Business Process Engineering, Developing User Requirements, Making Successful Business Decisions, Software Quality Assurance, Relational Database Design, Introduction to Business Analysis, Software Change, Configuration and Release Management, Introduction to Software Testing, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Quantitative Methods, Data Sufficiency, ITIL: Foundation and Best Practice Concepts