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Analystguy89
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I just found out about this site not to long ago and it looks to be a bunch of knowledgeable and diverse professionals. I am in a conundrum as far as career path goes. I am 25 and have my bachelors in MIS and would like to pursue an MBA or Masters by the time I am 27. I currently work as a business analyst but would like to get more involved with the tech side of things. I don't think having the 2 years experience as an analyst will get me a job doing something else so I would like to go the certification route. The problem is I am not sure which career path to take. I narrowed it down to 3 or 4 that sound interesting from my research but I don't know what the next step would be. I don't have any programming experience per-say but I have messed around with building websites in school and using java and VBA but not well enough to pass a test.
I either would like to get into IT Security, Software engineer, or Systems Analyst in that order. What certificates should I get first for any of these careers? Is there a certification that fits all 3 of these or even 2. How long does it take to learn a programming language on average? Any stories about getting into these fields or suggestions would be much appreciated. I also will post my resume for a critique that is much needed. I really want to get into IT Security but I am not sure how easy it is without any experience.
My Name HERE
Email: email@email.com
My Address here H: 555-555-5555
Rest of Address Here C: 555-555-5555
Qualifications Summary:
Have 2 years work experience as Business Analyst with solid understanding of Systems Integration, Business Continuity Planning, Process Improvement, and Project Management.
Hands on experience in project plan preparation, monitoring, and execution.
Willingness to learn any programming language and adapt to new technologies.
Experience with creating and presenting reports to senior management, and ability to communicate across all business units.
Experience:
Cummins Mid-South, Memphis, Tennessee (2012 - Present)
IT Business Analyst (January 2012 - Present)
Evaluated the impact, return, and costs presented by work process improvements.
Performed day-to-day analysis and support of applications, working closely with technical analysts to research and propose solutions regarding system issues and requests initiated by business partners.
Implemented tracking software for rental generators preventing stolen equipment.
Consulted with upper management for strategic planning, forecasting procurement needs, business risk assessment, and process redesign.
Designed and maintained dashboard that highlighted annual sales performance.
Created and supported referral program for planned maintenance increasing units under contract by 25%.
Trained salesmen and Upper management to use Oracle-CRM Siebel which is now used for customer accounts and sales opportunities.
Created sales process through market analysis that gave salesmen proper margin to quote based on location, market, and generator size increasing sales in for each individual.
Aided quantitative and statistical revenue analytics, network analytics and competitive market analysis using financial principles.
Monitored project progress by tracking activity; resolving problems; publishing progress reports; recommending actions.
Reviewed financial statements, controlled inventory, and invoiced unit and service sells.
Kroger, Bartlett, Tennessee (October 2010 – March 2012)
Pharmacy Technician
Maintained proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
Order, label, and count stock of medications, chemicals, and supplies, and enter inventory data into computer.
Established and maintain patient profiles, including lists of medications taken by individual patients.
Education:
B.B.A.: Management Information Systems May 2012
University of Memphis: Memphis, TN
Skills: All areas of Microsoft Office: Microsoft Project, Access, Excel, Power Point, and Visio, Siebel (Oracle), Minitab, Microsoft Expression, Business Management Systems, Lotus Notes.
I either would like to get into IT Security, Software engineer, or Systems Analyst in that order. What certificates should I get first for any of these careers? Is there a certification that fits all 3 of these or even 2. How long does it take to learn a programming language on average? Any stories about getting into these fields or suggestions would be much appreciated. I also will post my resume for a critique that is much needed. I really want to get into IT Security but I am not sure how easy it is without any experience.
My Name HERE
Email: email@email.com
My Address here H: 555-555-5555
Rest of Address Here C: 555-555-5555
Qualifications Summary:
Have 2 years work experience as Business Analyst with solid understanding of Systems Integration, Business Continuity Planning, Process Improvement, and Project Management.
Hands on experience in project plan preparation, monitoring, and execution.
Willingness to learn any programming language and adapt to new technologies.
Experience with creating and presenting reports to senior management, and ability to communicate across all business units.
Experience:
Cummins Mid-South, Memphis, Tennessee (2012 - Present)
IT Business Analyst (January 2012 - Present)
Evaluated the impact, return, and costs presented by work process improvements.
Performed day-to-day analysis and support of applications, working closely with technical analysts to research and propose solutions regarding system issues and requests initiated by business partners.
Implemented tracking software for rental generators preventing stolen equipment.
Consulted with upper management for strategic planning, forecasting procurement needs, business risk assessment, and process redesign.
Designed and maintained dashboard that highlighted annual sales performance.
Created and supported referral program for planned maintenance increasing units under contract by 25%.
Trained salesmen and Upper management to use Oracle-CRM Siebel which is now used for customer accounts and sales opportunities.
Created sales process through market analysis that gave salesmen proper margin to quote based on location, market, and generator size increasing sales in for each individual.
Aided quantitative and statistical revenue analytics, network analytics and competitive market analysis using financial principles.
Monitored project progress by tracking activity; resolving problems; publishing progress reports; recommending actions.
Reviewed financial statements, controlled inventory, and invoiced unit and service sells.
Kroger, Bartlett, Tennessee (October 2010 – March 2012)
Pharmacy Technician
Maintained proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
Order, label, and count stock of medications, chemicals, and supplies, and enter inventory data into computer.
Established and maintain patient profiles, including lists of medications taken by individual patients.
Education:
B.B.A.: Management Information Systems May 2012
University of Memphis: Memphis, TN
Skills: All areas of Microsoft Office: Microsoft Project, Access, Excel, Power Point, and Visio, Siebel (Oracle), Minitab, Microsoft Expression, Business Management Systems, Lotus Notes.