Jim Dewell
About Jim Dewell
Jim Dewell is a System Administrator with extensive experience in IT infrastructure management, currently working at Exponent in Chicago, Illinois. He has a background in Computer Science and has held various roles in system support and laboratory information systems.
Current Role as System Administrator
Jim Dewell currently serves as a System Administrator at Exponent, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for managing and maintaining the organization's IT infrastructure. His duties include performing tape backup and restore tasks using HP Data Protector and Veeam, as well as developing and maintaining PowerShell scripts to ensure the cleanliness of Active Directory. He coordinates with various vendors to resolve hardware issues related to servers and routers, contributing to the overall efficiency of the IT operations.
Previous Experience at Exponent
Prior to his current position, Jim Dewell worked at Exponent as a Senior Systems Support Specialist from 2011 to 2021. During his tenure, he played a key role in setting up a new office by configuring servers, printers, and network resources. His responsibilities included automating the generation of mobile device environment reports and conducting audits on a weekly and monthly basis, which enhanced the operational capabilities of the organization.
Professional Background at Blessing Health System
Jim Dewell's professional background includes a role as a Laboratory Information Systems Analyst at Blessing Health System, where he worked from 2009 to 2011. In this position, he was involved in managing laboratory information systems, contributing to the efficiency and accuracy of laboratory operations during his two-year tenure.
Education and Certifications
Jim Dewell holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from Quincy University, which he completed from 2006 to 2009. He also studied at Microsoft, achieving the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) certification. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in system administration and IT support.