David M. Kelley Information Technology Manager

Innovative and results-oriented professional with extensive administrativeexperience within complex technicalenvironments. Analytical strategist skilled in successfully implementing new processes and systems that enhance organizational initiatives and deliver increased productivity. Collaborative communicator continually focused on building relationships and promoting synergy. Proven track record of leading multiple complex projects from inception through completion. Recognized for strategic ability to lead others and optimize resources. Areas of Expertise include:

IT Strategic Planning / Comprehensive Network Administration / Budget & Project Management
Systems Design & Monitoring / New Process Implementation / Data & System Migration
Emerging Technology Evaluation / Staff Recruitment, Training & Leadership / Business Continuity Planning
Experience & Notable Contributions

ELLUCIAN COMPANY AT UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD West Hartford, CT2014 to 2015

Technical Director

Facilitated the outsourcing transition of the Information Technology Services department.

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UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORDWest Hartford, CT1985 to 2014

Director ITS, Technical and Network Services (2001 – 2014)

Oversaw the evaluation and installation of technologies that enhanced the University’s objective and administrative needs. Directed a team of nine associates focused on maintaining the server, network, voice and cable television infrastructures. Provided troubleshooting initiatives and problem resolution through level II and level III support.

Key Accomplishments:

  • Reinforced security of the University’s data and network with mechanical measures and policy best practices.
  • Implemented fault tolerant campus-wide servers, private cloud, LAN, WAN and wireless networks, VoIP telephone system and streaming media systems to support efficient and seamless University operations.
  • Maintained over 140 Windows, Linux and Solaris servers, PCs and Macs, laptops, mobile devices and computer labs.
  • Contributor to multiple University technology planning, strategy and implementation committees.

Assistant Director ITS, Networks and System Support (1999 – 2001)

Analyzed and recommended hardware and software upgrades, including file and application servers, network equipment and collaboration software. Administered budget estimates for multiple upgrade and migration projects.

Key Accomplishments:

  • Supervised network and server installation and maintenance.
  • Identified technology proposals to optimize educational value on the Academic Computing Advisory Committee.

System Programmer/Analyst – VAX (1987 – 1999)

Designed and installed the VAX and Alpha OpenVMS system and VMS clusters. Created the system software to manage over 7,000 accounts on the VAX systems, NT Domain and access servers. Guided a team of student employees.

Key Accomplishments:

  • Established the University’s first campus-wide WindowsNT domains and servers.
  • Initiated the University’s first campus-wide and residential computer networks.

Additional experience as a VAX Systems Manager and Help Desk Coordinator for the University of Hartford, and as the owner of The Pell Programs, a computer programming business from 1985 to 1998.

Education & Certifications

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION | University of hartford | West Hartford, CT

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE | University of hartford | West Hartford, CT

Associations & Certifications:

Member, Academic Strategic Technology Policy Committee

Chair, Responsible Technology Use Policy Committee

Alternate, University Situation (Crisis) Management Team

FEMA National Incident Management System Certificate

FEMA Incident Command System Certificate

Presenter in University of Hartford Executive/Accelerated MBA and EDD classes

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