Carlos Simbaña

Experience

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  Taski Group

  Feb 2001 - Jan 2002

  Head of Systems

  Launched the Software Factory to change the company's business focus. Developed five MVPs of systems that were later sold to institutions in the public and private sector. Led a team of nine (9) engineers.

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  NOVA DEVICES S.A.

  Feb 2002 - Feb 2005

  Programador Senior

  I collaborated as programmer of Kypus Server Appliance product development team in languages: C ++ (Linux Backend), Visual Basic and Delphi (Windows Frontend). Kypus Server Appliance is a communication server, firewall, proxy and other features.Additionally, I was a trainer and support engineer for various clients in Quito, Guayaquil and Galapagos Islands.

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  AEROLINEAS GALÁPAGOS - AEROGAL

  Nov 2006 - Mar 2008

  Webmaster / JAVA and PHP Programmer

  Java development for the implementation of the reservation system.Data migration to a new system.Development in PHP of the online payment system and electronic ticket issuance.Trainer and support engineer for the use of applications, in Quito, Guayaquil, Cuenca, Bogotá; and Santa Cruz and San Cristobal islands in Galapagos.

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  EDUCRECER S.A.

  Jul 2008 - Jul 2011

  Moodle virtual courses Integrator

  Implementation and Maintenance of MOODLE Virtual Classrooms at Crecer Institute.

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  Interbiz

  Aug 2011 - Dec 2012

  Online Payment Consultant

  Development of Systems in PHP Language.Development of Payment Buttons with platforms from Ecuador and Peru.Implementation, administration, and maintenance of Moodle Virtual Classrooms and Websites.Relevant experience: Medical audio system for a pharmaceutical laboratory and a radio station in Quito - Ecuador.

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  Oil & Energy Ministry

  Dec 2012 - Jan 2014

  Research and IT Projects Manager

  Project management: scope, cost, time, and risks through the PMI framework.Management, measurement, and control of indicators based on the Balanced Scorecard model of the Technology Department.Mapping of information technology processes based on COBIT and ITIL.Trainer and facilitator for the implementation of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System in the Technology Department.

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  Social Security Ecuadorian Institute

  Jun 2014 - Jul 2015

  Project Manager

  I led the projects for medication delivery in private pharmacies and technological separation of the IESS from the Bank of IESS.Coordination of activities with different levels of responsibility: software developers, operational staff, upper hierarchical level of hospitals, Banco del IESS, Asset Management Department, General Management, and the Governing Board of the IESS.

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  INTERBIZ SCC

  Aug 2015 - Nov 2017

  Online payments consultant and developer

  Supporting systems, websites and software development. Systems Development in PHP Language.Technological advice for the implementation of online payment systems.Development of Payment Buttons with platforms of Interdin Ecuador and Alignet Peru.Implementation, administration and maintenance of Moodle Virtual Classrooms.Most relevant experience is an online reservation system development for a hotel in Papallacta and support.

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  Financial and Economic Analysis Unit

  Mar 2020 - Dec 2021

  I led IT projects, achieving a 45% budget reduction. I collaborated on two data center relocations, ensuring smooth transitions. I implemented measures and activities to comply with the Information Security Framework. I promoted operational efficiency by segregating functions within a team of 10 people, enhancing collaboration and goal fulfillment. Administration and optimization of ORACLE database schemas.Worked with an external team to minimize risks and ensure that all updates were implemented smoothly with minimal disruption to daily operations.Achievements: Enhanced database security through a critical engine update. Improved analytical query response times from hours to minutes by reconfiguring storage and revising query plans.

  • Information Technology Specialist

    Dec 2017 - Dec 2021

  • DBA

    Mar 2020 - Nov 2021
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  National Institute of Statistics and Census

  Mar 2022 - Sept 2023

  Data Engineer

  Construction of historical tables from government sources using Hive and Spark within the Hadoop ecosystem.Design of new analytical architecture.Application of the Personal Data Protection Law, the DAMA framework (Data Management Association), and the Governmental Information Security Scheme, in data collection, processing, and delivery.Management of the objectives and activities of the processing team.Generation of a methodology for data processing and visualizers, based on the agile frameworks SCRUM and TDSP (Team Data Science Process).Drafting of public procurement documents with financing from Multilateral Agencies.Achievement: Optimized code in HIVE reducing processing time by 30%. Show less

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  Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock.

  Sept 2023 - Feb 2024

  Chief Information Technology Officer

  Database management and functional area requirements, IT continuity and contingencies, warranty control, security services, and data provisioning. Achievements: Modernization of data storage, processing, and visualization services.

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  EP EMSEGURIDAD

  May 2024 - Aug 2024

  Information Technology Analyst

  I generate and implement technological projects to support citizen security in the Metropolitan District of Quito with community alarms, cameras, and sensors.

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  Ministerio del Interior Ecuador

  Oct 2024 - now

  Cybercrime Analyst

  I develop technological projects in support of the National Police's cybercrime and digital forensic investigations. Passionate about using advanced analytics to strengthen public safety and protect digital environments.