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    KEVIN M SAMPSON

  • EDUCATION & JOBS

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    Northern Trust Corporation

    April 2015-Present
    Lead DevOps Automation Engineer & Developer

    • Architect an enterprise-secure CI/CD pipeline across multiple 3rd party DevOps tools to ensure agile development and deployment speed across hundreds of application teams through a multitude of environments 
    • Develop custom front/back-end to reduce amount of tools used and time spent to complete big projects
    • Work closely with other teams to replicate, automate, and audit pre-existing deployment processes and scripts with ability to comprehend and rewrite a multitude of languages such as bash, batch, Python, and Linux environment variables/scripting using licensed software simplifying migration architectures into action-based flowcharts while adhering to company audit and SDLC standards
    • Capable of creating full-stack projects. Created multiple custom web pages including the following feature capabilities: Active Directory group upgrade management with LDAP-integrated Single Sign On capability deisgned in PHP, JavaScript/JSON, responsive design, with MySQL administration featuring action auditing, debug emailing, live API calls, admin features, and version controlled using Atlassian Bitbucket (Git) deployed automatically on a multitude of platforms such as Cloud Foundry, Docker, and AWS
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    Benecure

    2013-Present, Chicago IL
    Developer & Videographer

    • Develop front and back end architecture and new features using Ruby on Rails
    • Ensure secure connections and communications across all endpoints
    • Maintain team Trello board and designate new feature cards
    • Film, design, and edit company media videos and competition bundles
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    New York Stock Exchange (ICE|NYSE)

    -April 2015
    Release Management Analyst

    • Own and enforce the version-controlled SDLC of all NYSE and ICE daily software updates from development to installation to ensure smooth upgrades and bug fixes in a highly demanding company reliant on said software
    • Create and develop in-house automation tools used to increase productivity and ROI for our group and other groups throughout the company
    • Resolve requested tickets, troubleshoot user issues, and train users new to our suite of system tools
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    The Underground Arts LLC

    2011-Present, Chicago IL
    Founder, CEO

    • Fostered internet advertising and social media status generating startup presence
    • Coordinated and organized company social and video projects progressing growth and expansion
    • Managed company finances and equipment
    • Network with skilled companies and artists expanding the artists’ network online
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    WBEZ: Chicago Public Radio

    June-Aug 2013
    Engineering Intern

    • Responsible for improving equipment use and efficiency therefore simplifying productivity and broadcasting and enhancing the reliability by utilizing only the best materials
    • Assisted with creation, installation, and maintenance of cables, transmitters, and studio equipment
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    WIIT Radio

    2010-2013, Chicago IL
    Tech Director

    • Maintained upkeep of station equipment to allow DJs to seamlessly perform shows
    • Manage WIIT website and radio automation server to sustain and comply with legal broadcasting requirements
    • Responsible for managing, training, and overseeing DJs and exec board
    • In charge of managing events, constitution changes, and positive social status of station presence
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    Office of Technology Services

    2009-2013, Chicago IL
    Lab Assistant / Lab Controller

    • Promoted to Controller with greater responsibilities including opening labs and maintaining equipment all throughout campus on call
    • Assembled lab environment maximizing productive atmosphere for students
    • Kept detailed information in hourly logs as required by organization policy
    • Safeguarded work environment and equipment for future institution utilization
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    Illinois Institute of Technology

    2009-2013, Chicago IL
    Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineer (Dual Degree)

    • Software utilized: PSpice, Virtuoso, Cosmoscope, Eclipse, MATLAB, PowerWorld, and Git
    • Coursework: Java, C, and assembly programming, electronic circuit analysis, signal processing, power engineering
    • IEEE Student/City Member
    • Tech Director (Temporarily Station Manager) for WIIT Radio
    • Webmaster for Commuter Student Association
    • Created unfunded promotional videos for IIT
    • Alien Light and Sound member
  • PERSONAL BIO

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    Work

    Hard
     
    6'4" and 200 lbs of pure determination.
     
    Getting my hands on a project allows me to show people how I can think critically and outside of the box. There are so many ways to accomplish a goal, I just tend to see and communicate the patterns a little clearer.
     
    Whether I'm building a circuit, designing a crucial piece of code, or producing a video I make sure to take charge while being open to everyone's thoughts and opinions.
     
    In life I've learned that teamwork and communication is the key to a successful project.
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    Play

    Hard
     
    Making an impression is a difficult thing to do in life, but if you know the path it can be as easy as saying hello.
     
    I use the resources I'm given to utilize them to benefit those around me. As seen above, there's no point in being able to make something great happen, and not doing so. Enjoying my time with those around me is just as important as the accomplishments made with those people.
     
    Living life is only worth it if you're loving it.
  • BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE

    It's enough already, but I go beyond

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