Tom Pruitt
About Tom Pruitt
Tom Pruitt is a Senior Systems Administrator specializing in Enterprise Business Intelligence, currently employed at Sallie Mae and has over 25 years of experience across various industries including Banking, Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, and Manufacturing.
Work at Sallie Mae
Tom Pruitt has held the position of Senior Systems Administrator for Enterprise Business Intelligence at Sallie Mae since 2009. In this role, he is responsible for managing and optimizing business intelligence systems, ensuring efficient data processing and reporting. His extensive experience in systems administration and data management contributes to the organization's ability to leverage data for decision-making. Pruitt's work at Sallie Mae is characterized by a focus on enhancing system performance and supporting business objectives.
Current Position at North Carolina State University
Since 2022, Tom Pruitt has been working as a SAS Administrator at North Carolina State University. In this role, he administers SAS software, specifically SAS 9.4 and Viya products, within a Linux environment. His responsibilities include maintaining system integrity, optimizing performance, and providing support for users. Pruitt's position allows him to apply his expertise in a higher education setting, contributing to the university's data analytics capabilities.
Previous Experience at DaimlerChrysler and MBNA
Tom Pruitt's career includes significant roles at DaimlerChrysler and MBNA. He worked as a SAS QC Developer at DaimlerChrysler from 1997 to 2001, where he focused on quality control processes within SAS applications. Following this, he served as Senior Manager of Database Marketing at MBNA from 2001 to 2005, overseeing marketing data initiatives. These positions provided him with foundational experience in data management and analytics.
Background in Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Industries
Pruitt's professional background includes experience in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. He worked as a Quantitative Marketing Analyst at AstraZeneca from 2005 to 2006, where he applied data analysis to marketing strategies. Additionally, he held a position at Credit One Financial Solutions as a Data Warehouse & Business Intelligence professional from 2006 to 2009. This diverse industry experience has equipped him with a broad understanding of data applications across various fields.
Expertise in SAS Administration
Tom Pruitt possesses specialized expertise in administering SAS 9.4 and Viya products, particularly within a Linux environment. His technical skills enable him to manage complex data systems effectively, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. With over 25 years of experience across multiple industries, Pruitt's knowledge in SAS administration is a key asset in his current and previous roles, allowing organizations to harness the power of data analytics.