Kevin Peebler

Experience

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  US Navy

  Jun 1994 - Sept 2004

  Petty Officer First Class

  Performed routine and daily maintenance for multiple helicopter squadrons. Led heavy inspections on helicopters as a Quality Assurance Representative. Trained reservists to maintain qualifications for the work center. Supervised 20 sailors on daily duties and ensured proper training and qualifications. Worked as a Quality Assurance Representative for 3 work centers and held the role of Publications Officer and Trainign Officer as collateral duty for the workcenter.

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  J.P. Instruments

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2007

  Network Administrator

  Evaluated the current infrastructure and redesigned server and wireless infrastructure. Increased efficiency of network throughput and Point to Point wireless stability and reliability.• Organized successful rebuild of servers and domain to increase business continuity and uptime.• Collaborated with software engineers to implement needed resources to increase workflow and improve output.

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  Akins IT, Inc.

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2010

  Sr. Systems Administrator

  Consultant for IT Services to a variety of businesses including manufacturing, medical, biotech, and retail. • Designed maintenance schedules for server and workstations for managed services clients to maintain security and minimize vulnerabilities to threats. • Composed SOP’s for corporations surrounding their particular environments to gain standardization of operations.• Successfully Led server virtualization projects for multiple organizations leading to increased efficiency and ROI. Show less

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  Cooke Enterprises

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2012

  Systems Administrator

  Over the course of this tenure, I led implementation of organizational security policies and monitored system infrastructure and server and desktop environment for adherence to industry standards and best practices. At the same time, I performed major system upgrades with no downtime to daily operations.

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  Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2015

  Systems Engineer

  Here, I oversaw design and deployment of several systems promoting virtualization and operational functions, maintaining of critical applications and infrastructure to support 500 geographically dispersed end-users. I also ehanced security at 20 locations across region by spearheading, designing, and integrating VMware Horizon View Deployment and 24/7 secure remote access.

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  Network Runners, Inc.

  Apr 2015 - Feb 2017

  Transitions Lead/Project Manager

  During this time, I guided and directed a team of system engineers and system administrators in transition of systems into navy’s enterprise data center sites, coordinating multiple schedules and migrations. Quite remarkably, I quickly rescued four major projects that were in danger of failing prior to accepting position.

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  UHS

  Feb 2017 - Dec 2021

  Accountable for ensuring the monitoring, availability, & performance of the Regional Server Infrastructure and Foundational Services for 5 hospitals. Provide Project Management for Regional I.T. Projects ensuring a consistent level of quality while maintaining the UHS standards. Provides development, implementation, support and continuous improvement of the Clinical and Non-Clinical applications for the Region.Key Achievements: Performed key recovery for Infrastructure and systems after targeted UHS Ransomware attack. Was a crucial contributor to the SOCAR Regional Hospitals for service recovery and restoring Operations in unprecedented timeframe.  Integral contributor to implementing Change Management program for the UHS SOCAR Region Show less In this role, I provide comprehensive leadership to technical and clinical staff in development, implementation, and management of new technologies and services. Essentially, I own responsibility for setting department strategy and driving integration across multiple functions. I have also been charged with establishing IT policies and monitoring systems to ensure consistent alignment and compliance with business requirements and regulating statutes. In doing so, I facilitate department meetings and lead planning sessions related to building department capacity.Prior to this role I served as Information Systems Supervisor and led development and implementation of innovative technologies while overseeing execution of daily activities for technical deployments and upgrades.Some key accomplishments during this time include:~Routinely delivers project requirements on-time, within budget, and according to quality standards.~Served as Chief Security Officer for entire hospital system while maintaining collateral duties.~Commended by senior leadership for maintaining 100% productivity while managing implementation of change management processes within the IS and clinical IS departments. ~Initiated contract negotiations with third party vendors to secure significant cost savings.~Led implementation of telehealth system for frontline workers during COVID-19 pandemic. ~Promoted to director position after demonstrating exceptional ability to take accountability for delivery of excellent service.~Succeeded in developing, reviewing, and revising department policies and procedures for improved productivity and efficacy. Show less Led development and implementation of innovative technologies while overseeing execution of daily activities for technical deployments and upgrades. Collaborated with department leaders to evaluate new technology and forecast value and utilization within organization. Key Achievements: Promoted to director position after demonstrating exceptional ability to take accountability for delivery of excellent service. Succeeded in developing, reviewing, and revising department policies and procedures for improved productivity and efficiency. Show less

  • Regional Sr. Systems Administrator

    Sept 2020 - Dec 2021

  • Director Of Information Services

    Jul 2019 - Sept 2020

  • IT Supervisor

    Feb 2017 - Jul 2019
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  San Manuel Band of Mission Indians

  Nov 2021 - Oct 2023

  Manager, Systems Engineering

  Manager, Systems Engineering, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, San Bernardino, CA - Led a high-performing team of 9 engineers in delivering successful projects, migrations, and change management initiatives for the Engineering Team leading to Successfully managing the migration from on premise M365 Suite to a Cloud Instance for the Enterprise, boosting efficiency and saving on storage and licensing costs. - Established and maintained strong working relationships with cross-functional teams, such as Network, Telecom, Applications, Infrastructure, and QA to ensure timely and effective project delivery.Developed and managed a Multi-Million dollar budget for the Engineering team, reducing vendor contract costs and service costs by 25%.- Partnered with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement disaster recovery plans and procedures, ensuring the organization's systems and infrastructure can quickly recover from any disruptions or disasters.- Managed a Ransomware attack with tireless efforts over a 36-hour period, leading to thwarting the takeover and resulting in the complete disposal of the ransomware from the enterprise environment. Show less

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  City of Carlsbad

  Sept 2024 - now

  Business Technology Manager

  In my role as a Business Technology Manager at the City of Carlsbad, I lead cross-functional collaboration with Police, Fire, and IT partners to implement technical solutions that drive business goals in a complex environment. I mentor and challenge my team members, leading technical projects and promoting a positive work culture. I am accountable for my team's work daily, supporting staff in diagnosis, repair, and root cause analysis techniques.