Derek Hardwick
29/04/1981
Profile
Experienced IT professional interested in development work for a better future.
Skills
Communication
Native English speaker with extensive practical knowledge in drafting technical documents, developing project proposals, and writing Master's-level research papers. Proficient in Dutch (level C1).
Project Direction
Proven ability to lead a variety of technical as well as business-oriented projects in a team environment. Experience in both corporate and non-profit organizations, using standardized QMS practices.
Information Management
10+ years of experience assisting various organizations with the management of IT projects, as well as the design and development of back-end server networks.
Education
Universiteit van Amsterdam
MSc Political Science, Conflict Resolution & Governance — cum laude
Thesis Title - Cooperation Amongst Care-Providing NGOs and the Forces That Shape It
Dutch Language Coursework, Level Advanced
San Francisco State University
BA International Relations — cum laude
Emphasis in International Conflict & Crisis Management
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Dutch Language Coursework, Level Advanced Plus
Experience
Fairfood International
Manager ICT
Feb 2010 - Present
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Supervised and managed all IT operations for a fast-paced and growing international NGO. Primary tasks included development of internal policies and documentation, solicitation of sponsoring-in-kind (donations) from various IT partners, server administration, management of service providers, and supervision of interns. Contributed greatly to the international expansion of Fairfood by supplying IT and logistical support to six newly opened offices in both developing and OECD countries.
Nitinol Devices & Components
Director IT
Feb 2008 - Sept 2008
Fremont, California
Designed and supervised complete rollout of all-new IT infrastructure after NDC separated from Johnson & Johnson in early 2008, minimizing downtime for the organization. Managed a diverse team of internal and external personnel, and coordinated large handoff of services and data over a period of several months. Responsible for all post-transition technology aspects of 150+ person corporation including Windows/Linux server infrastructure, telephone systems, backups, networking systems, security audits, and supervising and assisting with desktop support (100+ workstations and laptops).
Left organization in September '08 to pursue Master's degree at the Universiteit van Amsterdam.
Stand Sure Systems
Network Engineer & Consultant
2007 - 2008
Mountain View, California
Assisted internet startups with design, implementation, and emergency troubleshooting of high-availability, public-facing production environments. Supplied clients with network documentation and network monitoring services. Advised and supported with the maintenance of a broad range of corporate server environments (both Windows & Linux), email services (Exchange, Zimbra, Postini, Rackspace), and VPN solutions.
Unitek Information Systems
Lead Consultant
2000 - 2006
Fremont, California
Provided consulting services to numerous clients, primarily concerned with the expansion of their internal server infrastructure and improving the management of IT systems and procedures. Acted as senior-level systems administrator for mission-critical web and information servers within Unitek (Linux/Unix/Windows server environments). Managed the expansion of Unitek's IT systems to include additional branch offices and remote users.
Technical
- Web Server Management
- CRM/HRM Implementation
- Collaboration Systems
(CMS, Wiki, Forums, Blogs)
- Productivity Tools
- Database Administration
- Basic Scripting
(Bash, Python, Excel)
- Network Design
- Mailinglist Systems
- Server Administration
(Linux, Windows, Exchange)
Derek Hardwick — derek@derekhardwick.com — +31 64 148 7356
Lootsstraat 32-1 — 1053 NZ Amsterdam — The Netherlands
