1. Michael H. Vermillion
Cell: (713) 357-8876
Email: mvermillion@gmail.com
Objective: Further my career utilizing and developing my software and technical skills that I have acquired and advanced
through professional and personal experience. I am looking to leverage said skills in diverse areas such as project planning,
implementation, support, and training.
Summary: I have over 17 years of experience working in the information technology field with over 9 years as an
accomplished automation consultant on a challenging, team working environment. I have strong oral and written
communication skills. I am a self-starter, quick learner and have creative and critical thinking skills. I have an excellent
understanding of supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, digital communications protocols and
troubleshooting complex projects. I have worked on domestic and international projects. I also have a strong desire to learn
and expand my role.
Computer/Software Experience
Wonderware System Platform (Certified)
Wonderware InTouch (CTP, CSP, Dev)
Wonderware Application Server (CSP, Dev)
Wonderware Historian (CSP, Dev)
Wonderware Historian Client (CSP)
Wonderware Information Server (CSP)
Wonderware Device Integration (CSP)
Wonderware SCADAlarm (CSP)
Specter Instruments WIN-911
AutoSol AES
Software Toolbox Top Server
Universal SCADA Server
EFM Manager
Thin Manager
Radmin
Microsoft Software
Microsoft SQL Server
Windows Server
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Exchange Server
Microsoft Office
SAP
Professional Experience
NuGen Automation, Supervisor, System Consultant 4/2013 – present
I was instrumental in bringing about the successful completion of a three year, $4 million major capital project for
Chevron. I managed company resources and was the lead system consultant on said project. I consulted with additional
business units as requested.
System Consultant Supervisor
o Overseeing NuGen support and production deployment personnel within the Chevron Mid-Continent
Business Unit (MCBU).
o Employee’s timesheet and expenses report approval.
o Participate in company career development ladder; provide employee evaluation to the company.
o Participate in company marketing engagements with the customer.
System Consultant for Chevron MCBU
o Worked on multiple projects as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Wonderware and ArchestrA Software.
Including system architecture review, documentation, resource diagramming and peer assist
o Project management duties including budget estimates, scheduling and resource allocation.
o Administrator of 10 Wonderware Historians.
o Designed and implemented a viable testing environment for the Wonderware SCADA System. Including the
ability to test with external devices and third party applications.
o Administrator of the test environment and tested the latest version of the Wonderware System Platform
Software prior to implementation in the production system.
o Lead consultant for system wide upgrade of Wonderware SCADA System (125 servers in 5 states).
o Provide 2nd
tier support for the SCADA systems.
o Worked on plans for future upgrades and expansion of the SCADA system.
o Worked on the Active Directory separation and migration project.
Technical Consultant for Chevron Energy Technology Company (ETC)
o Participate as SME for InTouch and Wonderware Historian for several Business Units
o Provide system recommendations on Wonderware products
o Review systems architecture for current ETC projects
2. Michael H. Vermillion
Cell: (713) 357-8876
Email: mvermillion@gmail.com
Wipro Technologies, SCADA Consultant 9/2012 – 3/2013
I was an integral member of the SCADA group; involved with development, maintenance and training.
SCADA Consultant for Marathon Oil
o Application design, development, and testing of the Wonderware SCADA System, primarily for the Eagle
Ford asset.
o Provided maintenance for the SCADA systems of the five other Marathon Oil assets. Each asset consisted
of a separate, self-contained Wonderware System Platform installation.
o Developed a training presentation to expose new hires to the SCADA System, along with a general
overview presentation for employees that are not related to SCADA operations.
Wonderware West (Formerly Standard Automation), Application Consultant 3/2006 – 9/2012
I supported many SCADA systems throughout the country as well as internationally.
Application Consultant
o Project lead on the redesign, upgrade and installation of NuStar Statia Terminal (St. Eustatius, N.A.).
o Project member for the conversion/installation of the GMR Power Plant (Kakinada, India), ICE Moín
Power Plant (Limón, Costa Rica), HEB Meat Plant (San Antonio, TX), HEB Bakery (Houston, TX),
Chevron Philips Pipeline (Sweeny, TX), Transpetco Pipeline (Amarillo, TX), Targa Resources Midstream
(Sulphur, LA), and Whiting Petroleum expansion (Minot, ND).
o Provided application support for Wonderware SCADA products including troubleshooting application and
communication issues.
o Provided application expertise to Tech Support and Training Departments as needed.
Tech Support Consultant, Trainer
o Provided technical support for Wonderware and MTL SCADA Products.
o Provided successful support of most issues through research and escalated to 2nd
tier support when needed.
o Acted as a liaison between 2nd
tier support and customer to ensure customer needs were met.
o Certified Trainer and Support Provider for multiple Wonderware Products
Baylor College of Medicine, Assistant Systems Administrator 9/2001 – 3/2006
I administered the day to day operations of all things in information technology space for the Department of Surgery.
Administrator of departmental servers ensuring reliability and to reduce system downtime.
Provided maintenance for 300 Windows based computers; this included troubleshooting hardware and software
problems, installation and repair of hardware and software.
Tested new software packages purchased by the department before roll out.
Ordered and installed new computers on the network as well as updating and refurbishing existing systems.
Coordinated successful transitions of departments to new locations planning to completion of all electronic systems.
SAP transactions involving check requests, creation of purchase orders, and timesheets.
Updated the department web page and special projects as assigned.
Spherion 10/1999 – 9/2001
Help Desk Call Coordinator at Hines Interests – first line support and escalating calls. Special projects as assigned.
HomeSys Administrator at Visiting Nurse Association – resolving software issues, installation and training.
Parsons Energy & Chemicals Group Inc., EDMS Administrator 4/1998 – 9/1999
Database management and data entry.
Conversion and cataloging of engineering drawings into an electronic format.
Education
National Institute of Technology
Network Administration Diploma
Valedictorian
University of Houston
Core Courses
United States Merchant Marine Academy
Rifle Drill Team
Offshore Sailing Team
Dulles High School
Graduated