Drew West

IT & Automation Systems Authority

Skills

Professional Experience

IAC Group – Sr. Business Systems Engineer
Feb 2025 – Present
Spearhead Cisco network deployments across automotive OEMs. Manage Linux/Windows servers, VMware, Hyper-V, and container platforms. Support PLC/HMI systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens). Lead IT rollouts, infrastructure setups, and VergeIO storage solutions. Maintain legacy AS400 systems and SQL databases.
IAC Group – IT Analyst III
Oct 2022 - Feb 2025
Administer VMware, Hyper-V, and container platforms to enhance infrastructure scalability and efficiency. Oversee SQL database management and integrate legacy AS400 systems with modern IT architecture. Maintain flawless 24/7 production operations with minimal downtime through critical updates and troubleshooting.
ACHQ Logistics – VP of Software
Oct 2024 – Present
Directed $100M automation projects, built automated factories, and led PLC system integration. Transformed assembly lines into high-throughput systems with advanced traceability.
ACHQ Logistics – Sr. IT Consultant
Feb 2021 – Oct 2024
Supported automation infrastructure, partnered with controls engineering, and scaled manufacturing systems across multiple sites.
Lear Corporation – Systems Administrator
Feb 2020 – Jan 2021
Maintained AS400 and iSeries systems, VMware environments, and sequencing data for Mercedes airbag production. Improved legacy system reliability and automation.
C Spire – Video Systems Engineer
2017 – 2020
Launched C Spire TV platforms using Cisco UCS, Nexus, and Red Hat Linux. Automated deployments with Python and supported large-scale streaming infrastructure.
Astra/CFX Holdings – IT Project Manager
Mar 2013 – Apr 2017
Led technical efforts for three automated plant launches. Managed data centers and supported .NET and PLC systems under tight deadlines.
Ark Cloud Services – Systems Administrator
Jan 2014 – Mar 2017
Managed legacy Cisco networks, ASA firewalls, Active Directory, and VoIP systems for corporate clients.
NAOS International – Production Operator
2013 – 2014
Innovated hybrid sedan assembly using floating production lines. Applied predictive analytics and digital twins to improve quality and reduce downtime.
Perfect 10 – IT Field Technician
2007 – 2014
Installed satellite systems, conducted HughesNet audits, and deployed secure video conferencing for government and corporate clients.
Independent Contractor – Middleware Developer
Oil & Gas Industry
Built middleware solutions integrating iSeries and Linux systems for reliable cross-platform data exchange.
Various Clients – iSeries & QAD Systems Manager
Dates Not Specified
Managed JIT sequenced materials via EDI ANSI X12. Ensured data accuracy and process efficiency in manufacturing environments.

Education & Certifications

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