Brian Collins
About Brian Collins
Brian Collins is a Senior Systems Engineer with extensive experience in the healthcare and finance sectors. He has worked at WH Trading LLC since 2020 and previously held various engineering roles at UI Health and Onshore Networks in Chicago, Illinois.
Current Role at WH Trading
Brian Collins serves as a Senior Systems Engineer at WH Trading LLC, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on optimizing systems and enhancing operational efficiency within the trading environment. His responsibilities include managing complex systems and implementing solutions that support the company's trading strategies. Collins' expertise in systems engineering contributes to the overall performance and reliability of the firm's technology infrastructure.
Previous Experience at UI Health
Prior to his current role, Collins worked at UI Health for a total of eight years, holding two significant positions. He was the Senior Healthcare Systems Engineer - Team Lead from 2017 to 2020, where he led a team in managing healthcare systems. Before that, he served as the Healthcare Systems Administrator - Data Management Team from 2012 to 2017. His tenure at UI Health involved optimizing healthcare technology to improve patient care and operational workflows.
Background in Network Integration
Before joining UI Health, Collins worked as a Network Integration Field Consultant at Onshore Networks from 2009 to 2012. In this capacity, he was responsible for integrating network solutions and ensuring seamless connectivity for clients. His experience in network integration laid the groundwork for his later roles in systems engineering, where he applied similar principles to optimize system performance.
Education and Technical Skills
Collins earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Illinois Chicago. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in computer systems and programming. He possesses expertise in managing and optimizing systems on AIX and HP-UX platforms. Additionally, he is skilled in scripting languages such as Python and Bash, which he utilizes for automation tasks. His knowledge extends to implementing virtualization solutions and handling big data technologies.
Versatility in Industries
Brian Collins has a diverse professional background that spans both the finance and healthcare sectors. This versatility in systems engineering allows him to adapt his skills to various industry requirements. His experience in healthcare technology and financial systems demonstrates his ability to manage complex systems and contribute to business operations across different fields.