Tim Kehring
Vice President of Information Services at Keswick- Claim this Profile
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Sue Weimer
Tim and I have worked together on many projects at BMS. He is professional, collaborative and has a strong work ethic. These attribute not only make him a pleasure to work with but have guaranteed many successful project outcomes. His knowledge of IT along with his excellent project management skills make him a strong asset to all who work with him.
Rodney C. Matthews, MBA,CFM
I worked with Tim for several years while an employee of Baltimore Medical System. Tim is extremely knowledgeable of IT systems and strategic planning for growth and any issues that could compromise his areas of responsibility. He has always been very professional and has garnered the respect of his direct reports as well as peers and senior management in his current role. I often relied on him for guidance with increasing efficiencies within the facilities department. Tim provided honest and insightful support which helped me to accomplish many of the complex task that emerged during my tenure with the company. Given my experience working with Tim he would be a valuable asset to any firm.
Sue Weimer
Tim and I have worked together on many projects at BMS. He is professional, collaborative and has a strong work ethic. These attribute not only make him a pleasure to work with but have guaranteed many successful project outcomes. His knowledge of IT along with his excellent project management skills make him a strong asset to all who work with him.
Rodney C. Matthews, MBA,CFM
I worked with Tim for several years while an employee of Baltimore Medical System. Tim is extremely knowledgeable of IT systems and strategic planning for growth and any issues that could compromise his areas of responsibility. He has always been very professional and has garnered the respect of his direct reports as well as peers and senior management in his current role. I often relied on him for guidance with increasing efficiencies within the facilities department. Tim provided honest and insightful support which helped me to accomplish many of the complex task that emerged during my tenure with the company. Given my experience working with Tim he would be a valuable asset to any firm.
Sue Weimer
Tim and I have worked together on many projects at BMS. He is professional, collaborative and has a strong work ethic. These attribute not only make him a pleasure to work with but have guaranteed many successful project outcomes. His knowledge of IT along with his excellent project management skills make him a strong asset to all who work with him.
Rodney C. Matthews, MBA,CFM
I worked with Tim for several years while an employee of Baltimore Medical System. Tim is extremely knowledgeable of IT systems and strategic planning for growth and any issues that could compromise his areas of responsibility. He has always been very professional and has garnered the respect of his direct reports as well as peers and senior management in his current role. I often relied on him for guidance with increasing efficiencies within the facilities department. Tim provided honest and insightful support which helped me to accomplish many of the complex task that emerged during my tenure with the company. Given my experience working with Tim he would be a valuable asset to any firm.
Sue Weimer
Tim and I have worked together on many projects at BMS. He is professional, collaborative and has a strong work ethic. These attribute not only make him a pleasure to work with but have guaranteed many successful project outcomes. His knowledge of IT along with his excellent project management skills make him a strong asset to all who work with him.
Rodney C. Matthews, MBA,CFM
I worked with Tim for several years while an employee of Baltimore Medical System. Tim is extremely knowledgeable of IT systems and strategic planning for growth and any issues that could compromise his areas of responsibility. He has always been very professional and has garnered the respect of his direct reports as well as peers and senior management in his current role. I often relied on him for guidance with increasing efficiencies within the facilities department. Tim provided honest and insightful support which helped me to accomplish many of the complex task that emerged during my tenure with the company. Given my experience working with Tim he would be a valuable asset to any firm.
Credentials
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Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA)
CiscoFeb, 2010- Oct, 2024 -
Project Management Certificate
University of Maryland University College
Experience
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Keswick
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President of Information Services
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Mar 2020 - Present
Responsible and accountable for development and implementation of results focused, innovative solutions to a wide range of activities related to technology, process improvement, data analytics and project management that serve to support effective business operations, improve performance, and achieve Keswick’s goals. Provide overall IT governance, plan, implement and monitor changes in infrastructure configurations. Participate in the review of technical designs and prepares project plans that outline expected tasks and activities. Take necessary steps to address short comings and weaknesses in the current system. Develop network operations budget and ensures operations meet approved budget levels. Work closely with outside IT vendors. Promote relevant data leveraging culture. Develop and maintain system standards. Stays abreast of new technology developments; develops and performs system and software updates, installations, and configurations. Comfortable managing services provided by outside IT vendor and phone support companies. Responsible for managing HIPAA Security initiatives including assessments and remediation and Show less
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Mental Health Association of Maryland
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director Of Information Technology
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Oct 2019 - Mar 2020
Oversee the entire IT environment including infrastructure, hardware, vendor support services, website, data systems and telecommunications. Ensures the organization’s technology infrastructure is compliant, secure, efficient, user friendly and current. Approachable hands-on Director/Manager with a strong background in systems administration and staff training. Oversee the entire IT environment including infrastructure, hardware, vendor support services, website, data systems and telecommunications. Ensures the organization’s technology infrastructure is compliant, secure, efficient, user friendly and current. Approachable hands-on Director/Manager with a strong background in systems administration and staff training.
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Baltimore Medical System
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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100 - 200 Employee
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IT Director
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Apr 2014 - Oct 2019
Oversee IT operations for a non-profit entity, the largest FQHC, reporting to theCFO and CIO. Develop scalable infrastructures, platforms, and systems. Lead 5direct reports. Manage projects across IT implementations and upgrades.* Assumed role as security officer; defined and enforced security standards;implemented a security awareness platform; conducted internal HIPAA securityassessments; and validated findings with third-party auditors.* Administered a $1.3 million operating and $400,000 capital budget.* Captured $10,000 in annual cost savings by upgrading to an advanced antivirusproduct.* Secured $18,000 in OPEX reductions by negotiating WAN upgrade terms.* Advised on a 3-year multi-million-dollar expansion and renovation.* Drafted an RFP and implementing an ITIL help desk system.* Served as lead of the data security committee and member of the emergencymanagement and corporate compliance committees and health information technologyadvisory and finance leadership groups. Show less
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IT Manager
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Apr 2012 - Apr 2014
Managed IT functions, including defining strategies and leading initiatives tosupport and enhancing operating efficiency to achieve objectives.* Generated $72,000 in annual savings by leading the RFP process and overseeingthe implementation of a VoIP phone system, transitioning from an aging digitalsystem to improve quality, reliability, and functionality.* Realized $33,000 in annual savings by managing the request for information (RFI)process and spearheading the implementation of a new Internet and PRI circuits toimprove bandwidth six-fold.* Recognized for capabilities and success, elected by the CFO to attend emergingleaders training; participated as an integral member of partners in leadershipcorporate culture change. Show less
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Senior Systems Administrator
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Jan 2011 - Apr 2012
Championed the build and support of a systems infrastructure and the go-liveimplementation of an electronic records management (EMR) system, NextGen,completing on-time and within budget.* Saved $80,000 by proposing and influencing executive decision-makers totransition the EMR Citrix environment from a physical to virtual platform.* Served as interim IT Director charged with managing all senior leadership,operational, and administrative functions as warranted.
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Home Paramount Pest Control
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Facilities Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Network Administrator
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Aug 2007 - Jan 2011
Managed network administration and IT related system functions, supporting 200+ users at the corporate office and across 26 branches. * Deployed and managed an enterprise contact center system for the customer service department to streamline operations and improve performance and productivity. * Teamed with cross-functional staff to implement a disaster recovery (DR) site to maintain the integrity of systems and continuity of operations. * Enhanced data accuracy, integrity, and efficiency by overseeing the configuration and deployment of mobile handheld devices. * Supported ongoing professional development through the installation and configuration of a course management system designed to improve employee knowledge and foster accountability. * Captured line cost an supply savings and improved turnaround times by managing the conversion of several departments to network faxing capabilities. Show less
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Battelle
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United States
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Research Services
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700 & Above Employee
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LIMS Technologist
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Apr 2002 - May 2007
Managed all aspects of the client/server COTS software operations including design, configuration, testing, implementation and compliance in support of the Analytical Chemistry group. Backend database support of Oracle 9i and 10g including installation, setup, import/export instances and upgrades. Queried and retrieved data from Oracle using SQL Plus, Oracle Developer, Oracle Publisher, Sybase Infomaker, Microsoft Excel, MS Query, Microsoft Access. As LIMS Team Lead, integrated with internal and external customers on development of a mobile laboratory LIMS for Homeland Security – HSARPA (Homeland Security Advanced Research Projects Agency). Configured and managed LIMS for Forensic Analytical Center, US Army Edgewood Chem Bio Center (ECBC) in support of chemical agent decontamination. Setup and administered laboratory domain and all peripherals. Show less
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Technology Manager
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Aug 1997 - Oct 2001
Managed the support and maintenance of Castrol’s fluid maintenance software. Developed and implemented a system for collecting data from multiple external laboratories in order to provide a single source decision support tool for customers. Product manager for Castrol’s Labcheck Plus used oil analysis program and software systems supporting a commercial market worth $3 million per annum for the South African market. Coordinated and managed regular data transfers from external labs and downloads to end-users. Developed and implemented training courses for internal sales teams and external users. Supported the sales effort by presenting to customers the merits and benefits of Labcheck Plus. Sole responsibility for the daily operation and maintenance of the system. Show less
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Education
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University of Maryland University College
Bachelor's Degree, Information Systems Management
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