Alexander R. Marzec
24 Patten Street Apt. A-2
Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 699-1221
alexmarzec@yahoo.com

Objective:
To obtain a position that will improve and enhance my own skills while
also making a meaningful contribution to the firm.

Relevant Skills:
Languages-C++, Java, HTML, Visual Basic, Turbo Pascal, Ansi C, SQL
Platforms-Windows 95/98/NT/2000 Professional/Server, Unix (Solaris
workstation),  Mac-OS 9.1
Software-QuarkXPress, Office 2000, Microsoft Visual C++, Resorcerer,
CodeWarrior, CVS, WinRunner, Lotus Notes, Clarify e|FrontOffice, Novell
Netware Administrator, Microsoft User Manager for Domains, Octel Visual
Messenger (with Aspect phone system), Microsoft Systems Management
Server, Symantec PC Anywhere, Oracle 11i, PAL, VPN, Citrix, Microsoft
Visio 2000, Microsoft Powerpoint 2000, Microsoft Project 2000,
Dreamweaver, Flash, IDX

Work Experience:
(May 02 - Oct. 02) Siemens Business Services- Consultant/Contractor -
Cambridge, MA
Provided multilingual first tier technical support to customers in
English, German, and French, via both telephone and remote tools such as
PC Anywhere and Microsoft Systems Management Server.  Resolved problems
ranging from Notes configuration, software installation, and remote
connections to netware administration issues such as password
synchronization and incorrect login scripts, on Windows and Macintosh
platforms.  Configured laptops for remote use.
Reason for leaving: Contract ended.

(Aug. 01 - Dec. 01) Fastdial.net- Support Engineer - Hingham, MA
Provided telephone and on-site support to customers for TCP/IP dial-up
internet service.  Managed e-mail and dial-up accounts for a distributed
internet service running on UNIX and Windows.  Resolved client software
issues on Windows and Macintosh platforms.
Reason for leaving: 80% layoffs.

(Feb. 01 - May 01) Modulo Systems- Consultant/Contractor - Cambridge, MA
Worked in C and C++ to design fixes and patches for CopyDesk, a module
of the QuarkXPress publishing software.  Responsible for integrating
updates and fixes into software as well as performing regular tests of
source tree on both PC and Macintosh platforms to ensure latest builds
functioned properly.
Reason for leaving: Contract ended.

(Nov. 00 - Dec. 00) Entrepreneurial Activities - Programmer - Brighton, MA 
Designed Teatime: Brewin' For Trouble, a 3D interactive shareware game
using C++ and the OpenGL graphics library.
Reason for leaving: Venture unprofitable.

(Nov. 99 - Oct. 00) Versyss Commercial Systems- Software Applications Engineer - Needham, MA
Repaired and redesigned existing materials management and financial
management software on UNIX workstation, including object code.  Also
responsible for upgrading customer software via modem.  Modified and
redesigned tools for analysis of different aspects of the accounting
system, including General Ledger, Inventory, and Accounts Payable.
Reason for leaving: Seeking better opportunities.

Pre-Graduation Experience

(Jul. 98 - Sept. 98) Berkshire Physicians and Health - Technical
Assistant - Pittsfield, MA
Installed software and hardware for the BP&S network.  Configured
routers and PCs for deployment.  Resolved end user problems, both on-
site and over the phone.  Helped test the new IDX system before
installation.
Reason for leaving: College

(May 98 - June 98) New York Medical College - Freelance Work - Valhalla,
NY
Web page design: organized alumni records.  Customized and repaired
Windows 95 operating systems.  Designed financial spreadsheets.  General
troubleshooting in the dermatology department.
Reason for leaving: Moved to Massachusetts.

(June 96 - Sept. 96) Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center - Summer
Intern - New York, NY
Prepared Operating Room instruments inventory, entered medical
instrumentation data into system.  Conducted telephone inquiries with
outside agencies regarding pricing.
Reason for leaving: College

(June 94 - Sept. 94) Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center - Volunteer
Work - New York, NY
Created and populated database for the Pediatric Home Support Program
using Paradox and the Operpal programming language.

Education:
Boston College, Carroll Wallace School of Management Chestnut Hill, MA
Information Systems, BS
BC Dean's List Fall 1995
(Sept 95 - May 99)

Interests:
Fencing, Writing, Chess, and Traveling.  Also proficient in French and
German.