John Dummer
About John Dummer
John Dummer is a data scientist with extensive experience in data engineering and analytics. He has worked for various organizations, including Highmark Inc. and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, and holds multiple degrees from Robert Morris University.
Work at Highmark
John Dummer currently serves as a Data Scientist at Highmark Inc., a position he has held since 2022. Prior to this role, he worked at Highmark as a Senior Analytic Data Integrator from 2020 to 2021 and as an Analytic Data Integrator from 2018 to 2020. His tenure at Highmark spans several years, during which he has contributed to various data-driven projects aimed at optimizing business operations and enhancing decision-making processes.
Education and Expertise
John Dummer has a strong educational background in data analytics and computer science. He earned a Master’s Degree in Data Analytics (Enterprise Systems) from Robert Morris University from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Cyber/Computer Forensics and Information Security from the same institution, completed between 2012 and 2014. He also achieved an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Computer and Information Sciences from Community College of Allegheny County from 2010 to 2012. His expertise includes predictive modeling, data mining, and hypothesis testing.
Background
John Dummer has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles across multiple organizations. He began his career as a Front End Coordinator at Giant Eagle from 2011 to 2014. He later held positions at Robert Morris University, including Computer Specialist and Freshman Mentor. His experience also includes roles at Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. as a Business Analyst Intern and at PNC as a Technical Platform Specialist. His work history reflects a consistent focus on data and analytics.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
Before his current role as a Data Scientist, John Dummer held several positions that contributed to his expertise in data analytics. He worked as a Senior Data Engineer at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield for five months in 2022. His earlier roles at Highmark included Business Intelligence Engineer from 2016 to 2018 and Senior Analytic Data Integrator from 2020 to 2021. His experience also includes working at Target as a Flow Team Member and at LANXESS as an Information Technology Intern.
Skills and Proficiencies
John Dummer is proficient in working with large and complex datasets, enabling him to extract valuable insights and identify key patterns. He is adept at leveraging data to unlock hidden opportunities and foster data-driven decision-making. His skills include predictive modeling, data mining, and rigorous hypothesis testing, which have been instrumental in optimizing business operations and implementing streamlined solutions.