To get you started with a more professional and concise resume, I've rewritten the provided content, trimming it down to a more manageable length. This version focuses on quantifying achievements, using stronger action verbs, and highlighting key leadership and technical skills. ### Michael E. McFetridge 11250 Falling Creek Drive, Bealeton, VA. 22712 | 202-870-2233 | mmcfetridg@aol.com 1 --- ### Summary Accomplished Program and Project Manager with over 20 years of experience in information technology, specializing in data center operations and the system development life cycle2. A results-driven professional who excels in translating complex technical terms into clear, actionable language for both clients and leadership3. Proven leader and coach with a history of mentoring teams to achieve high-performance results4. Skilled in assessing technical problems and implementing strategic solutions to ensure operational stability5. --- ### Computer Skills - **Project Management & Quality Methods**: PMI, PMBOK, CMMI, and commercial best practices6. - **Operating Systems & Servers**: Microsoft Windows/Server, Active Directory, Linux, SAN, and server blades7. - **Networking & Infrastructure**: LANs, WAN, IP, VPN, VLAN, MPLS, firewalls, and mail infrastructure8. - **Applications & Tools**: Microsoft Project, Visio, SharePoint, Docker, Remedy, Tivoli, and SCOM9. - **Databases**: SQL10. --- ### Experience U.S. Customs and Border Protection 11 **Program/Project Manager, Data Center Operations** (August 2015 – Present) 12 - **Enterprise Data Center Operations Branch - Section Chief** (Feb 2018 – Present) 13 - Managed a team of over 30 employees, overseeing daily operations and ensuring efficient, on-time delivery of projects14. - Identified and implemented process improvements, reducing potential risks and enhancing efficiency within data center operations15. - Managed server upgrades, integration, and automated OS provisioning, while also debugging network, hardware, and Linux OS issues16. - Developed employees through coaching, training, and performance appraisals, ensuring successful performance and career growth17. - Represented the Data Center Operations group at the IT change management board to ensure all changes met requirements before moving into production18. - Managed project managers responsible for data center equipment installations and maintenance across multiple locations19. - **Enterprise Operations Center – Watch Commander (Acting)** (Dec 2016 – Feb 2018) 20 - Managed a complex 24x7 operation, leading a team of system engineers and IT professionals to achieve service level objectives21. - Established and created a single incident management process for Watch Commanders and developed a master schedule to address staffing gaps22. - Created Incident Management training materials with simulated scenarios based on actual outages to prepare new employees23. - **Data Center Operations Branch Chief (TDY – Acting)** (Oct 2016 – Dec 2016) 24 - Provided leadership and guidance on systems planning, design, and integration, ensuring alignment with CBP mission and vision25. - Managed team budgets, including hardware, software, and workforce resources26. - Prepared and delivered briefings on complex and controversial issues to Senior Leadership27. - **Data Center Operations Project/Program Manager** (Aug 2015 – Present, including TDY roles) 28 - Managed multiple teams and resources for the migration of zLinux off the mainframe platform29. - Provided leadership to multiple technical teams responsible for maintaining 24x7 data center environments across multiple geographic locations30. - Oversaw projects related to future investments, cost-estimating models, and cost reduction, as directed by the Chief of Staff31. - Implemented IT security programs to address cyber security vulnerabilities and resolved integration issues related to new security systems32. **Data Center Relocation Project Manager** (July 2013 – August 2015) 33 - Managed multiple migration projects, including a $7 million Email as a Service enhancement project, ensuring projects stayed on track and met timelines34. - Led a large-scale email migration project, moving over 70,000 accounts from the CBP email system to the Department of Homeland Security Data Center35. - Oversaw the acquisition and procurement of tools and services, ensuring proper documentation and monitoring contractor progress36. **Windows Server Group Government Lead** (June 2008 – July 2013) 37 - Managed a 12-member team in planning, designing, and building a Windows NT/Novell-based server farm to house over 1,300 servers in a 24x7 environment38. - Conducted site inspections for IT infrastructure expansion and physical build-out capacity, providing critical assessments for disaster recovery and future needs39. - Wrote System Security Plans (SSP) and worked with Information System Security Officers (ISSO) to obtain Authority to Operate for hardware and software enhancements40. --- ### Education & Certifications - **Master’s Certificate in Program Management**, George Washington University, 2009 41 - **Supervisory Leadership Training (SLT) Program**, 2016 42 - **Certified Scrum Product Owner** & **Certified Scrum Master** 43 - **IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL v3) Foundation & Practitioner**, 2006 44 - **Veritas Netbackup Enterprise 6.0**, Symantec, 2006 45 - **Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)**, 1999 46 --- ### Clearance - **Department of Homeland Security – Customs and Border Protection, Secret** 47 This version of the resume is a strong starting point. 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