Steve O Hernandez, MCS

Senior Software Engineer

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

Current
  • National President at Lambda Theta Phi, Latin Fraternity Inc.
  • Senior Software Engineer ( Programmer / Analyst III ) at Nova Southeastern University
Past
  • Network Administrator at Daily Management, Inc.
  • Network and Systems Engineer at SmartSource, Inc.
  • Dir of Information Technology at Lambda Theta Phi
  • Instructor of Information Technology at Fast Train, Inc.
  • Assistant to the Director of Communications at Lambda Theta Phi, Fraternidad Latina Inc.
  • Technology Manager / Vice President at S&R Processing, Inc.
  • Computer Technician at Nova Southeastern University
  • Web Programmer at Luxury Yacht Group, LLC
Education
  • Nova Southeastern University
  • Nova Southeastern University
  • Nova Southeastern University
Connections
158 connections
Industry
Information Technology and Services
Websites

Steve O Hernandez, MCS’s Summary

- Detailed understanding of Microsoft’s Office Suite, including but not limited to Visio, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Access
- Programming experience with various computer-programming languages and Object Oriented programming, design and implementation.
- HLL Language experience: ASP.NET: 5yrs, VBScript: 3yrs, SQL (MS Access, MSSQL Server): 5yrs, DHTML: 3yr, JavaScript: 4yrs, CSS: 4yrs, HTML: 8yrs, VBA: 3yr
- Experience with various applications: Adobe Professional Suite, Symantec / Norton Application Suite
- Desktop publishing knowledge: Adobe Acrobat Professional, Microsoft Publisher, and Adobe Photoshop image manipulation.
- Experience with various operating systems: from Windows 95 to Windows Vista and server flavors. Various *NIX Operating Systems.
- Web Application Design and Management, Database Design and Management, Information Systems Analysis, Internet Research, Helpdesk, Networking, Customer Service
- Full Hardware support, including but not limited to troubleshooting and diagnostics, upgrades, maintenance and optimization.
- Working knowledge of UNIX / LINUX and related systems
- Fluent in both Spanish and English, learning Italian
- Typing Skills: 70 WPM

Steve O Hernandez, MCS’s Specialties:

Network and system support, installation, repair and maintenance, Web programming and web design, Graphic design, Web development, ecommerce, technology management.


Steve O Hernandez, MCS’s Experience

  • National President

    Lambda Theta Phi, Latin Fraternity Inc.

    (Non-Profit Organization Management industry)

    April 2009Present (8 months)

  • Senior Software Engineer ( Programmer / Analyst III )

    Nova Southeastern University

    (Educational Institution; 1001-5000 employees; Higher Education industry)

    May 2008Present (1 year 7 months)

    * Created custom applications to increase the efficiency of departmental performance for all departments.
    * Streamlined business processes using organizational analysis and functional requirements.
    * Applications built using ASP.NET (VB.NET) 3.5 in the Visual Studio 2008 Professional Development Suite.
    * ASP.NET Atlas (AJAX) implemented in all applications to increase the user experience with dynamic user interfaces (UI).
    * Website and portal designs created from scratch, implementing such tools and technologies as CSS, XHTML, Photoshop CS3 and slicing, Dreamweaver, and Flash.
    * Reported directly to the Director of Emerging Technologies.

  • Owner

    The Tech Guy, Inc.

    (Information Technology and Services industry)

    June 2005August 2009 (4 years 3 months)

  • National Vice President

    Lambda Theta Phi

    (Non-Profit Organization Management industry)

    August 2008April 2009 (9 months)

    - Govern a large non-profit organization with more than 100 individual entities and 3000+ constituents.
    - Head of operations for the Board of Directors.

  • Director of Information Technology

    Lambda Theta Phi, Fraternidad Latina Inc.

    (Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing industry)

    June 2006July 2008 (2 years 2 months)

  • Network Administrator

    Daily Management, Inc.

    (Hospitality industry)

    August 2006May 2008 (1 year 10 months)

    * Maintained diverse network infrastructure of Windows 2000 and 2003 servers, Windows 2000 and XP workstations, Cisco and LinkSYS routers, and a variety of other intricate hardware.
    * Network consisted of 35 Windows Server 2000 and 2003 servers, including several Citrix Servers, email and web servers, SQL 2000 server, and over 350 Windows 2000 and XP workstations in 6 states.
    * Administered the 8 existing domains and their Active Directories, as well as user privileges.
    * Implemented security procedures and feature to ensure network security, such as hardware and software firewalls (ie. FortiGate, etc), virus protection (Symantec, Sunbelt), spam, spyware, etc. using enterprise software.
    * Coordinated day-to-day operations, maintenance, monitoring, software installation, protocol configuration, and problem resolution.

  • Network and Systems Engineer

    SmartSource, Inc.

    (Privately Held; 201-500 employees; Information Technology and Services industry)

    May 2006June 2007 (1 year 2 months)

    - Workstation troubleshoot, installation and calibration: Windows XP, Windows 2000 and Windows 98.
    - Windows 2000 and 2003 server installation and calibration based on client specifications.
    - Printer maintenance, troubleshooting and installation: HP LaserJet Series, Brother, Canon.
    - Cisco VoIP Phone installation and calibration. Network troubleshooting and implementation.

    Projects:
    - ValCom / Grainger: 5/06
    - InSight / VLAX: 6/06 - Present
    - InSight / St. Joe Towns and Resorts: 5/06 – Present
    - ValCom / Target: 8/06

  • Dir of Information Technology

    Lambda Theta Phi

    (Information Technology and Services industry)

    20062007 (1 year )

  • Instructor of Information Technology

    Fast Train, Inc.

    (Educational Institution; 11-50 employees; Information Technology and Services industry)

    January 2006June 2006 (6 months)

    - Taught several classes of students, ranging from four to ten students each, covering topics related to becoming a Computer Repair Technician or Network Technician.
    - Courses focused on preparation for the CompTIA A+ Hardware, CompTIA A+ Software and the CompTIA Network+ certification examinations.
    - Successfully maintained a 75% passing rate for students.
    - Designed, planned and implemented curricula, tests, lectures and laboratories where students were ensured hands on experience for the field.

  • Assistant to the Director of Communications

    Lambda Theta Phi, Fraternidad Latina Inc.

    (Non-Profit; 501-1000 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)

    January 2005June 2006 (1 year 6 months)

  • Technology Manager / Vice President

    S&R Processing, Inc.

    (Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Financial Services industry)

    October 2003December 2005 (2 years 3 months)

    - Implemented company’s network infrastructure, of: ten workstations and three Server03 servers.
    - Designed and implemented company’s intranet using ASP.NET and provided full documentation of plans and codes.
    - Completed hardware and software support for all users, including clients.
    - Set up inner-office procedures for optimum workability and efficiency, allowing the company to double it’s 1st, 2nd and 4th quarter revenues in 2004.
    - Managed four to six employees, dictated assignments and projects.
    - Assisted the company to reach goals of attaining the greatest market share for out-sourced mortgage
    processing in the State of Florida, only one year after the founding of the firm.
    - Trained new and current personnel with computer systems, website, intranet and company protocol.

  • Computer Technician

    Nova Southeastern University

    (Educational Institution; 501-1000 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)

    June 2003August 2005 (2 years 3 months)

    - Supervise and manage the proper use of equipment in computer labs.
    - Assist end-users with technical questions and problems regarding hardware and software installation.
    - Maintain and test all laboratory equipment periodically, ensuring proper function and operation.
    - Responsible for the repair and calibration of lab equipment, including desktop computer and network
    components, and printers.
    - Upgraded and serviced desktop workstations, as well as routine maintenance on all systems in the
    facility.

  • Web Programmer

    Luxury Yacht Group, LLC

    (Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Maritime industry)

    August 2004February 2005 (7 months)

    - Visual Basic .NET web based programming for a multi-million dollar yacht chartering company with four websites servicing over 2000 users a day.
    - Responsible for MSSQL 2000 relational database design and implementation, as well as documentation and reporting for all current and future projects.
    - Responsible for testing and maintenance of the organization’s websites and intranets.
    - Created dynamic web pages with client-side and server-side technologies, specifically HTML, ASP.NET, JavaScript, VBScript and SQL relational database interfaces using DreamWeaver as primary development tool, and integrated multimedia components for a dynamic experience.
    - Upgraded all ASP 3.0 to ASP.NET 1.0 to ensure a quality end-user experience, as well as increase efficiency and usability. This upgrade was completed two months before deployment deadline.


Steve O Hernandez, MCS’s Education

  • Nova Southeastern University

    Doctorate (PhD) , Computer Science , 20082012 (expected)

  • Nova Southeastern University

    Masters of Science , Computer Science , 20072008

  • Nova Southeastern University

    Bachelors of Science , Computer Science , 20022005

    Lambda Theta Phi, Latin Fraternity Inc:
    o National Director of Information Technology
    o Regional Director of Operations – FLS2
    o Beta Gamma Chapter President
    o Beta Gamma Chapter Webmaster

    Nova Southeastern University’s Student Government Association:
    o Executive Board Secretary
    o Leadership Committee Chair person
    o Inter-fraternity Council Senator

    Spanish and Latin Student Association (SALSA): Treasurer

    The Inter-Fraternity Council of NSU:
    o Vice President of Recruitment
    o Assistant to the Vice President of Internal Affairs

    Activities and Societies:
    Lambda Theta Phi, Latin Fraternity Inc., Student Governement Association, Interfraternity Council, Spanish and Latin Student Association

Additional Information

Steve O Hernandez, MCS’s Websites:

Steve O Hernandez, MCS’s Groups:

Affiliations:
- Lambda Theta Phi, Latin Fraternity Inc.
- IEEE – Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
- ACM – Association for Computing Machinery
- SPHE – Society of Professional Hispanic Engineers Member
- ASEE – American Society of Engineering Education Member
- NFL – National Forensic League Life Time Member
- ARC – the American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter
- Order of Omega - National Greek Leadership Honor Society

  •    Hispanic Net
  •    The Official IEEE Group
  •    Lambda Theta Phi, Fraternidad Latina, Incorporated
  •    .NET People
  •    The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
  •    ACM Members
  •    Graduate School of Computer and Information Sciences at Nova Southeastern University
  •    Nova Southeastern University (NSU) Alumni
  •    South Florida IT
  •    A Job Needed - A Job Posted
  •    Bridgestar Nonprofit Executive Director Network

Steve O Hernandez, MCS’s Honors:

Scholarships:
- Florida Bright Futures Gold Scholarship Recipient
- Nova Southeastern University’s Honors Scholarship Award
- Florida Student Access Grant Recipient

Awards:
- “Who’s Who” of High School Students: 2002
- Dean’s List: Fall / Winter 2002
- Neophyte (New Member) of the Year for Beta Gamma Chapter: Winter 2003
- Office of Greek Affairs Greek God Award: Winter 2004
- Most Campus Involvement: Winter 2004
- Philadelphia (Brotherhood Cup Winner: Winter 2004
- Broward County High school Programming Competition 2001 and 2002 Second Place Winner hosted at Nova Southeastern University High School


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