Felix Schmitt - System Consultant

Grafing bei München, Germany

Experience

Jan 2022 - Present

2 years 7 months

System Consultant

Viridium Gruppe

Operational optimization – stabilization of system and application operations
System administration in a Linux environment with WebSphere Application Server and DB2 databases
Creation of concepts to resolve production-related errors in the ticketing system based on an as-is analysis
Setup, configuration, and deployment of test environments according to concept
Execution of error analyses and troubleshooting in WebSphere (Java) and MQ servers
Creation of benchmarks to compare specified performance with current performance
Creation of releases and release updates
Technical documentation

Jan 2020 - Dec 2022

2 years

System Consultant

Finanz Informatik Technologie Service

System administration of LINUX/UNIX systems
Handling of customer orders in the UNIX server environment
Incident, problem, and change management according to ITIL
Incident resolution at third- and second-level support for operating systems and server provisioning
Participation in projects
Support of applications and their infrastructure
Setup of a Kubernetes environment for ABACUS 360

Aug 2020 - Oct 2020

3 months

IAM Architect

Stadtwerke München

Creation of a concept for a new Identity Management System based on One Identity
Mentoring on the necessary measures for the migration

Jun 2019 - Mar 2020

10 months

System Consultant

IDnow GmbH

Professional services
Development of custom client adaptations in Java and deployment in Kubernetes/Docker
Assisting IDnow customers with integration using REST APIs
Gathering customer requirements and consulting on API usage
Creating customer configurations, versioning and deploying configurations via GitHub and Jenkins
Querying customer-specific data in the MySQL database

Feb 2019 - May 2019

4 months

System Consultant

IS4IT GmbH / UniCredit Group / VTS

Migration of UniCredit Group internet platforms in Apache Webserver and Tomcat/JBOSS to new platforms
Setup and configuration of middleware Apache HTTP Server and JBOSS on various RedHat Linux versions
Securing web presences by hardening deployed middleware
Client consulting on internet presences
Certificate management
Advising the client on highly available and high-performance web presences
Automation of operational processes

Oct 2018 - Dec 2019

3 months

System Consultant

KOGIT GmbH / Deutsche Börse Group

Identity Management with SailPoint IdentityIQ
Gathering requirements, specification, and implementation of the 'Leaver' process
Implementation of the 'Leaver' process in Java and BeanShell
Optimization of LDAP and ForgeRock Directory Services integration

Jul 2013 - Jul 2018

5 years 1 month

Identity Management Architect

Oracle / European Central Bank

Functional responsibility for the Identity Manager installation with integrations to Active Directory, LDAP (Oracle Unified Directory - OUD), Oracle databases, and Microsoft Exchange
Further development of the web services interface to SAP in Java
Definition of additional functionalities
Development of a Java-based connector for SCIM (System for Cross-domain Identity Management)
Integration of Microsoft Exchange (2010 + 2016) with Oracle Waveset
Single Sign-On integration with Windows Desktop
Integration of the installation with Kerberos for UNIX/Solaris
Administration of installations on Glassfish and Oracle WebLogic
Analysis and resolution of errors and open tickets

Apr 2013 - Jun 2013

3 months

System Consultant

Cellent / O2

New FN-LDAP Directory Server (OpenLDAP-based)
Definition of the LDAP schema
Specification and implementation of security requirements
Functional point of contact for directory server users during the migration phase
Creation of Java code examples demonstrating password policy usage
Documentation
Creation of LDAP test scripts

Feb 2013 - Apr 2013

3 months

System Consultant

iC Consult / ING DiBA

Extension of an Oracle Waveset installation
Consulting in the area of Oracle Waveset IDM
Expansion of the system with new Java modules
Analysis and resolution of errors and open tickets
Implementation of changes
System documentation
Configuration of the WebLogic environment and deployment of customizations

Jan 2010 - Dec 2013

2 years

System Consultant

Allianz SE / Allianz Common Applications and Services GmbH

Administration of Risk Analysis Infrastructure
Concept and design of infrastructure on RedHat Linux
Development of scripts for RedHat Enterprise Linux
Administration of application databases based on Oracle 10.x and 11.x
Installation, configuration, and setup of system components for Risk Analysis Infrastructure (comprising server applications and JEE web applications)
Administration of the complete Algorithmics Algo Suite
Deployment and administration of frontend web applications on WebSphere Application Server
Analysis and implementation of the project 'Setup ITSM for Solvency II'
Server monitoring, system tuning, script development, job scheduling
Execution of incident, problem, and change management processes
Support of the business unit

Sep 2010 - Mar 2013

2 years 7 months

Switzerland

System Consultant

Kanton Aargau (Schweiz)

Support for Sun Identity Manager (day-wise)
Assistance in setting up an SVN and NetBeans-based development environment for Sun Identity Manager
Setup of an SPML2 interface for provisioning eGovernment users and development of new workflows
Support in resolving issues with Identity Manager customizations
Integration of resources: Microsoft Active Directory, Sun Directory Server, and various databases
Development of a Java interface

Sep 2010 - Dec 2010

4 months

System Consultant

Fujitsu Services GmbH

Linux application migration
Analysis of the existing application landscape across multiple data centers
Installation, configuration, and migration of applications to the new server landscape
Inventory of applications and adjustment of the application overview
Analysis of network traffic including protocols used between applications
Analysis of configuration and necessary adjustments for migration
Analysis of current infrastructure/dependencies on other systems
Development of a migration strategy
Definition of acceptance criteria after application migration in coordination with the client
Synchronization of migration schedules
Execution of test migrations
Definition of a fallback strategy
Functional testing of test migrations
Migration of applications including adjustments to Quest Vintela Authentication Service for integration with Microsoft Active Directory
Migration support during the first week post-migration

Nov 2009 - Jun 2010

8 months

System Consultant

dwpBank (Deutsche WertpapierService Bank AG)

Implementation of Sun Identity Manager extensions
Replacement of existing Lotus Notes-based workflows with newly developed workflows in Sun Identity Manager
Development of Java modules to extend Sun Identity Manager functionality
Support for upgrading the existing Sun Identity Manager installation to version 8.1
Installation and configuration of Glassfish Application Server
Integration of the new office desktop infrastructure with Identity Manager

Sep 2009 - Oct 2009

2 months

System Consultant

DZ Bank

Upgrade of Sun Identity Manager
Upgrade of an existing Sun Identity Manager installation to the current version
Installation and configuration of Oracle WebLogic in various environments
Adaptation of the Oracle database to meet Sun Identity Manager requirements
Adaptation of existing customizations to the new version
Cleanup of no longer required components

Apr 2009 - May 2010

1 year 2 months

System Consultant

T-Systems

Architectural support in the implementation of an identity management solution
Assistance in developing the solution based on Sun Identity Manager
Review of the planned solution architecture
Consulting on technical product details
Development of a 'Sounds Like' search for names

Jan 2009 - Apr 2009

4 months

System Consultant

Rohde & Schwarz

Setup of an LDAP infrastructure and integration with Sun Identity Manager
Support in integrating SAP HCM
Architecture, design, planning, and installation of Sun Java Directory Server
Integration of the new LDAP server with Sun Identity Manager
Design of the LDAP directory schema

Nov 2008 - Dec 2009

2 months

System Consultant

Sun Microsystems GmbH

Support for Vodafone/network planning pilot
Architectural consulting for integration of EAI and web services with identity management and Single Sign-On (SSO)
Setup of a proof of concept with OpenSSO

Oct 2008 - Oct 2008

1 month

System Consultant

GfK

Support for LDAP Directory Server upgrade
Assistance in upgrading Sun Java System Directory Server to the current version and integrating with Solaris systems

Feb 2007 - Mar 2007

2 months

System Consultant

Bosch-Rexroth

LDAP Directory Server migration
Migration of an LDAP directory server to a new version in production
Planning and coordination of all migration-related tasks
Consultation with the client on optimized use of the directory server within the client portal
Creation and implementation of a backup strategy

Dec 2006 - Dec 2006

1 month

System Consultant

Uni Erlangen

LDAP workshop for Solaris and Linux systems
Architecture workshop on using LDAP directory server for UNIX name services

Jul 2006 - Dec 2008

1 year 6 months

System Consultant

Delta Lloyd

Identity management infrastructure
Consulting, architecture, and implementation of an identity provisioning solution based on Sun Identity Manager and an Oracle database
Integration of data from the HR system into the identity management infrastructure
Integration with an existing enterprise SSO component
Evaluation of existing applications and prioritization of applications to be connected
Support in integrating Java-based applications into an access management solution based on Sun Access Manager/Sun Directory Server
Integration of Microsoft Active Directory with Sun Identity Manager

Jun 2006 - Sep 2009

3 years 4 months

System Consultant

msgGillardon AG / Finanz Informatik Technologie Service

System administration of UNIX systems and introduction of LDAP
System installation and administration in the trading platforms and online banking environment for various banks; Solaris 8/9/10, Sun Cluster, Veritas Volume Manager, and Linux RedHat Enterprise Server, RedHat Cluster, and Satellite Server
Integration of systems into the existing backup and monitoring infrastructure
Design and implementation of an LDAP server for authentication of UNIX (Linux, Solaris, AIX) users and management of these users via Sun Identity Manager
Handling customer orders and tickets
Incident, problem, and change management according to ITIL
Support of applications and their infrastructure

May 2006 - May 2006

1 month

System Consultant

Delta Lloyd

Identity management infrastructure
Upgrade of the environment and support for the development department in creating a J2EE application

Mar 2006 - Present

19 years 5 months

System Consultant

Freelance

Projects in identity and access management, Single Sign-On, and LDAP directories
Development of Java modules
Development and administration of Java/J2EE-based applications on various application servers
Administration of Unix systems (Linux, Solaris, AIX) and applications
System migrations

Nov 2005 - Dec 2005

2 months

Consultant

T-Systems

T-COM ID
Consulting on the introduction of a Single Sign-On solution for RechnungOnline
Development of Java login modules for a Single Sign-On solution for SAML and Liberty Alliance-based authentication
Extension of LDAP directory schemas
Installation and configuration of a web server with SSO policy agent

Sep 2005 - Oct 2005

2 months

Consultant

Delta Lloyd

Identity management infrastructure
Development of an architecture for an identity management solution with LDAP directory server, access management, Single Sign-On, and provisioning
Installation and customization of the solution on Linux within workshops
Support for software development in integrating a new J2EE application into the access management and SSO parts of the solution

May 2005 - Feb 2006

10 months

Consultant

Morse GmbH

Conception of complex IT architectures based on Sun systems
Installation and configuration of hardware and software, especially Sun systems with Solaris and Linux
Product selection, configuration, and preparation of technical proposals for client projects
Support for sales in client projects as technical consultant

Feb 2004 - Feb 2005

1 year 1 month

Service Account Manager

Sun Microsystems GmbH

Planning, coordination, and execution of projects for installation of Sun hardware and software
Ensuring maximum availability of client systems through proactive services
Responsibility for delivery of reactive and proactive service offerings to clients
Escalation management and personal client support to achieve maximum client satisfaction
Focus on technologies and products:
Sun systems and Solaris 8, 9, Sun Cluster 3.1,
Veritas Volume Manager, Veritas Cluster
Sun/Hitachi Data Systems Storage

Jan 2004 - Dec 2004

1 year

Service Account Manager

O2

Planning, coordination, and execution of installations of Sun hardware and software in various projects (Lotus Notes environment, Home Zone Management Cluster, DWH, Dealer Gateway, WAP Gateway, etc.). Products used included:
Sun systems (e.g., SunFire 15K, SunFire 25K, SunFire 6800, SunFire V440, SunFire V880/V890, SunFire V490, SunFire V40z, LX50, etc.)
Sun StorEdge/HDS 9960, HDS 9980, HDS 9990, A3000, A5000, etc.
Solaris 8, 9 including StorEdge SAN, Red Hat Linux Advanced Server 2.1
Solaris Jumpstart Kit
Sun Cluster 3.1
Veritas Volume Manager

Jan 2003 - Dec 2004

2 years

Pre-Sales Consultant

Deutsche Telekom

Pre-sales for a Single Sign-On solution
Support of sales for a Liberty Alliance standards-based SSO solution for Deutsche Telekom divisions. Tasks included:
Presentations
Architecture consulting and clarification of technical details for software use within the desired solution
Collaboration with product management and development teams to address customer requirements
Installation of a test environment
Support for software developers in integration into a proprietary Java-based application
Product installation and benchmarking in a proof of concept

Jan 2003 - Dec 2004

1 year

Pre-Sales Consultant

HypoVereinsbank

Pre-sales for an LDAP directory server project
Support of sales in selling Sun Directory Server for user authentication in a BEA WebLogic-based application project. Tasks included:
Presentations
Creation of a highly available directory server architecture considering failure scenarios
Troubleshooting of the installation

Jan 2003 - Dec 2004

1 year

Pre-Sales Consultant

T-Mobil

Pre-sales for a portal server project
Support of sales in selling Sun Portal Server. Tasks included:
Presentations
Architecture consulting and clarification of technical details for integration of identity, access management, and SSO components of the portal server with the existing environment

Jan 2001 - Dec 2002

1 year

Pre-Sales Consultant

Ision / Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz portal
Support of professional services in troubleshooting a J2EE application server installation. Tasks included:
Assistance in upgrading the application server in a high-availability environment
Support in troubleshooting and performance testing of the portal

Jan 1999 - Dec 2003

3 years

Pre-Sales Consultant

D2 – Vodafone

Pre-sales for an LDAP directory server project
Support of sales in selling Sun Directory Server for customer authentication. Tasks included:
Presentations
Responding to RFPs
Support of the solution partner
Creation of the solution architecture
Architecture consulting and clarification of technical details for software use within the desired solution
Installation of a test environment
Definition of proof of concept scope
Product installation and benchmarking in a POC

Jul 1999 - Jan 2004

4 years 7 months

Pre-Sales Consultant in Java Web Services / iPlanet

Sun Microsystems GmbH

Installation, configuration, and demonstration of Sun solutions at client sites, events, or trade shows
Development and presentation of complex system solutions and validation via proof of concept
Collaboration with product management and development teams to address customer requirements
Independent technical and conceptual support for sales representatives
Technical consulting for clients focusing on:
Identity Management and Single Sign-On
Web and application servers (J2EE)
Portals (Portal Server)

Jan 1998 - Dec 2000

2 years

Pre-Sales Consultant

Volkswagen

Pre-sales for a J2EE application server project
Support of sales in selling iPlanet Application Server in a vehicle weight assessment project. Tasks included:
Presentations
Support of the solution partner in solution development
Architecture consulting and clarification of technical details for software use within the desired solution
Installation of the production environment in a workshop

Jan 1998 - Dec 1998

1 year

Pre-Sales Systems Consultant

Siemens Nixdorf

OEM partnership and hardware compatibility testing of systems
Tasks included:
Installation of Solaris on Siemens Nixdorf Intel systems
Installation of the test suite
Explanation of the installation to the client
Clarification of driver issues with the client and development team in the USA
Execution of the test suite
Discussion of results with Siemens Nixdorf staff
Reporting test results to Sun in the USA

Jan 1996 - Dec 1998

3 years

Pre-Sales Systems Consultant

Siemens Nixdorf / Bezirksfinanzdirektion München

Pre-sales for Solaris desktop and server systems
Support of Siemens Nixdorf in rolling out Solaris Intel desktop systems in financial offices. Tasks included:
Installation of test systems
Clarification of driver compatibility
Certification of new hardware using the test suite
Support in installing a network installation environment
Presentation of new features in new Solaris releases
Troubleshooting issues

Mar 1995 - Jun 1999

4 years 4 months

Pre-Sales Systems Consultant in SunSoft

Sun Microsystems GmbH

Planning and execution of customer-oriented demos, presentations, and trial installations
Development and presentation of complex system solutions
Support of the partnership between Sun and Oracle
Independent technical and conceptual support for sales representatives
Training and consulting of partners and OEMs on products
Technical consulting for clients and partners focusing on:
Solaris SPARC and Intel
Sun Cluster
Oracle databases
Veritas Volume Manager
Development tools for Java, C, C++, and Fortran
Backup (Legato)
Firewalls (Checkpoint, SunScreen)

Jan 1994 - Dec 1998

4 years

Pre-Sales Systems Consultant

Siemens Nixdorf / Oberfinanzdirektion Niedersachsen

Solaris desktops for regional finance directorate
Support of Siemens Nixdorf in rolling out Solaris Intel desktop systems in tax offices. Tasks included:
Support in testing new systems
Explanation of technical details in Solaris and supported features
Clarification of network boot and installation options
Presentation of new features in Solaris releases
Troubleshooting issues

Aug 1994 - Feb 1995

7 months

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Freelance

Software development in C++.

Jan 1993 - Jul 1994

7 months

Trainer in the Training Department

iXOS Software GmbH

Development of training materials for a programming course on Microsoft OLE object technology
Delivery of training sessions

May 1992 - Dec 1993

1 year 8 months

System Consultant

Compaq Computer GmbH

Support of large clients and partners in deploying UNIX systems on Compaq hardware
Consulting on communication between UNIX and other operating systems

Apr 1989 - Apr 1992

3 years 1 month

Pre-Sales Support Engineer

PCS Computer Systeme GmbH

System consulting with a focus on programming support
Establishment and management of a software porting center
Conducting product demonstrations and presentations

Sep 1987 - Mar 1989

1 year 7 months

System Programmer

Nixdorf Computer AG

Design and implementation of network protocols of the ISO/OSI layer model for a real-time operating system in C

Summary

Many years of experience as a consultant in the fields of UNIX/Linux, Java in large and complex projects.
Very good knowledge and experience in identity management, Single Sign-On, LDAP, and Java/J2EE.
Very good understanding of operational processes in IT organizations and data centers, especially with RedHat Linux and Solaris.
Customer and team oriented, quick comprehension, highly committed, very flexible.