Karen Veenker
About Karen Veenker
Karen Veenker serves as the Information Technology Site Lead at Navistar Inc, where she has worked since 2019. With a strong background in IT operations and infrastructure, she has played a significant role in various IT projects, including the startup of the Tulsa Bus Plant.
Work at Navistar
Currently, Karen Veenker serves as the Information Technology Site Lead at Navistar Inc, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she oversees IT operations in the Tulsa, Oklahoma area. Prior to this, she worked as a Remote Systems Analyst at Navistar from 2016 to 2019. During her tenure, she played a significant role in the startup of the Tulsa Bus Plant, where she was responsible for setting up and installing critical IT infrastructure, including Windows Servers and Cisco networking equipment. Additionally, she has held the position of IT Site Manager at Navistar from 2000 to 2010.
Previous Experience at IBM
Karen Veenker worked at IBM from 2010 to 2015, where she held various roles including IT Site Manager and Service Availability Manager. As IT Site Manager, she managed IT operations for four years in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In her role as Service Availability Manager, she worked for ten months in 2014 to 2015. Her experience at IBM contributed to her expertise in IT infrastructure and service management.
Education and Expertise
Karen Veenker obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology from Kaplan University, studying from 2012 to 2016. She also earned an Associate's degree in Business Administration and Management from Western Oklahoma State College, where she studied from 1986 to 1999. Her educational background supports her extensive knowledge in IT operations, strategic planning, and vendor management.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Karen Veenker possesses a strong technical skill set in various areas of IT infrastructure. She is proficient in LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, SAN, VMware, and Cisco Wireless Networks. Additionally, she has expertise in managing Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy Objects (GPO). Her experience includes running and correcting fiber optic installations and using tools such as ServiceNow and SCCM/SCOM for IT service management. She is skilled in rapid deployments and implementing best practices for continuous improvement in IT operations.
Background in IT Operations
Karen Veenker has a comprehensive background in IT operations, particularly within manufacturing environments. She has extensive experience with large-scale deployments and structured methodologies in IT settings. Her strategic and business planning skills enhance her ability to manage IT infrastructure effectively. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a commitment to improving IT operations and supporting organizational development.