Daniel Boonstra
About Daniel Boonstra
Daniel Boonstra is a Principal Software Development Engineer at CommonSpirit Health, with over 30 years of experience in IT architecture and management. He has held various roles in organizations such as CHI St. Luke's Health Memorial and Pilgrim's, demonstrating expertise in server and network administration, enterprise virtualization, and application management.
Current Role at CommonSpirit Health
Daniel Boonstra serves as the Principal Software Development Engineer at CommonSpirit Health, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for leading software development initiatives and managing complex projects. His work includes overseeing the application archival and decommissioning team, ensuring that legacy systems are efficiently managed and transitioned. Boonstra has played a significant role in implementing an enterprise project management tool, enhancing operational efficiency within the organization.
Previous Experience in Healthcare IT
Before his current role, Boonstra worked at CommonSpirit Health as a Senior Software Engineer from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, he was employed at Catholic Health Initiatives, where he served as a Senior Application Portfolio Analyst from 2018 to 2020 and as a Systems Administrator for 11 months in 2018. His experience in healthcare IT includes deploying and administering the Allscripts Paragon EHR system, contributing to improved patient management and data handling.
Background in IT and Networking
Boonstra has over 30 years of experience in IT architecture and management. His career began as a Network Specialist at Pilgrim's from 1998 to 2002. He later worked as a CTI Engineer at Etech Global Services from 2008 to 2012. His expertise includes server and network administration on Windows Server platforms, enterprise virtualization management through VMWare and Hyper-V, and Citrix XenApp and Netscaler administration.
Education and Certifications
Daniel Boonstra studied at Angelina College, where he earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) degree in Electronics from 1990 to 1995. He holds Microsoft certification, which underscores his proficiency in server and network administration. His educational background and certifications support his extensive experience in IT and contribute to his effectiveness in software development and systems management.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Boonstra is skilled in various technical areas, including capacity planning, system and network support, and storage installation. He is proficient in security auditing, system documentation, troubleshooting, and performance enhancement. His comprehensive skill set enables him to address complex IT challenges and implement effective solutions within his roles.