Val Szarota
About Val Szarota
Val Szarota is an Information Architect at the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, with extensive experience in IT project management and software implementation. They have a background in replacing legacy systems and have held various roles in IT consulting and management.
Work at Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
Val Szarota has served as an Information Architect at the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care/CYSSC/TBS since 2010. In this role, Szarota engages in interfacing and mapping tasks as part of a large-scale IT project. Responsibilities include requirements gathering, governance, architecture, implementation, and troubleshooting. Szarota also utilizes Cognos reporting to support various data analysis needs within the organization.
Previous Experience at Endeavor Volunteer Consulting Network
Prior to the current role, Val Szarota worked as an IT advisor at Endeavor Volunteer Consulting Network (EVCN) from 2009 to 2010. This position involved providing IT guidance and support, contributing to the organization's ability to leverage technology effectively in volunteer consulting initiatives.
Director IT at SS&C Technologies
Val Szarota held the position of Director IT at SS&C Technologies from 2001 to 2008. In this capacity, Szarota managed IT operations and strategic initiatives, overseeing technology implementations and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Expertise in IBM Curam and Informatica
Szarota possesses extensive experience with IBM Curam software, particularly in the context of replacing Mainframe DB2 Legacy systems with Informatica. This expertise is critical in modernizing IT infrastructures and enhancing data management capabilities within organizations.
Technical Skills and Systems Knowledge
Val Szarota has a strong technical background, with expertise in AIX Oracle systems and providing SAN support. This skill set supports the effective management of data storage and retrieval processes, contributing to the overall efficiency of IT operations.