Career Summary

Jeffrey Squier is a highly accomplished Senior Enterprise Content Management (ECM) Engineer with with 15 years of experience in IBM Content Manager OnDemand (CMOD), Linux-based infrastructure, cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), and enterprise storage solutions. With over a decade of experience in architecting, deploying, and managing large-scale document management systems, Jeff has led multiple high-impact migrations, upgrades, and modernization initiatives for major financial institutions and global enterprises. His proficiency spans across Red Hat Linux, IBM WebSphere, DB2, DevOps methodologies, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and automation through scripting (BASH, KSH, Python).

As a strategic leader, Jeff has successfully driven enterprise-wide ECM transformations, including the migration of IBM CMOD to Hyland Nuxeo, containerization of content management processes, and the seamless transition of legacy systems to modern cloud environments. He has a proven track record in optimizing system performance, enhancing security with LDAP and SSO integrations, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Jeff is recognized for his ability to align technology with business objectives, providing innovative solutions that improve operational efficiency and system resilience.

His leadership extends beyond technical excellence; he has mentored teams, collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders, and played a pivotal role in major production releases that streamlined workflows and enhanced system reliability. A recipient of multiple awards for his impact on technology and work culture, Jeff continues to be a driving force in enterprise content management, cloud adoption, and scalable system design.

Work Experience

Lead IBM CMOD Consultant / SME

Various Firms
October 2023 - Present

In my role as a Senior Enterprise Content Management (ECM) Engineer, I specialize in the administration, development, and optimization of IBM Content Manager OnDemand (CMOD) systems within Unix-based environments. My expertise includes creating and configuring new item types, ensuring seamless web-based administration through IBM Content Navigator, and adhering to strict CI/CD and change management standards. I have a deep understanding of storage systems, which enables me to design and deploy high-performance, scalable architectures while ensuring system reliability, compliance, and operational efficiency.

My role involves extensive client engagement, managing expectations, and delivering tailored solutions that align technology with business objectives. I conduct thorough system analysis, define requirements, and document processes to drive successful project execution. With proficiency spanning Linux, cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), enterprise storage technologies, and relational databases like IBM DB2, I design and implement robust ECM solutions that enhance security, scalability, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, I am responsible for managing production requests, troubleshooting critical issues, and coordinating with IBM to resolve challenges within SLAs, ensuring optimal system performance and customer satisfaction.

Achievements:

  • Led the migration of IBM Content Manager OnDemand (CMOD) to Hyland Nuxeo, driving modernization and improved system efficiency.
  • Architected and deployed scalable ECM solutions for financial institutions, including a RedHat-based infrastructure with Oracle backend, IBM WebSphere, and Dell EMC’s S3 storage for a major Japanese bank.
  • Upgraded a Windows-based ECM system for a Colorado bank, modernizing infrastructure in AWS, enhancing database performance, and integrating LDAP/SSO for security improvements.
  • Migrated over 200 legacy mainframe reports from Mobius to IBM CMOD for a major publishing company, streamlining document retrieval and management.
  • Provided expert-level support for CMOD, DB2, TSM, and enterprise storage systems, optimizing system configurations and performance for high-availability environments.
  • Led development and deployment efforts across multiple environments (Dev, QA, Production), ensuring high-quality deliverables through code reviews, unit testing, and CI/CD best practices.

Manager, Software & Application Development

Charles Schwab
October 2021 - October 2023

Managed a platform used across multiple business lines, focusing on scalability, system monitoring, performance optimization, and data governance. I oversaw the migration of applications from legacy systems to modern cloud environments, ensuring the seamless operation of mission-critical systems with hundreds of billions of documents and petabytes of data.

Achievements:

  • Served as the subject matter expert for an enterprise content management system during the migration from AIX to ZOS, supporting the entire four-day migration over a long weekend, resolving post-upgrade issues quickly, and ensuring minimal business impact.
  • Successfully implemented several production releases focused on alerting automation, system hardening, and process automation, significantly enhancing system resilience
  • Successfully implemented containerization within IBM CMOD, allowing instances of loading processes to spin up when traffic/volume increases, adding to system resilience.
  • Successfully implemented REST services running in Docker/WebSphere liberty, as part of the firm’s modernization goals.
  • Mentored junior associates and acted as a front-line Subject Matter Expert (SME) for offshore developers and leads, providing comprehensive training on system architecture, integration points, and best practices.
  • Created proof of concepts using the product, leveraging containerization and REST APIs to demonstrate innovative solutions and enhance system capabilities. Additionally, developed a proof of concept spanning AWS, GCP, and Azure, showcasing the product's versatility across multiple cloud platforms.

Associate Manager of Technology

Accenture
June 2020 - October 2021

Supported Enterprise Content Management systems in a Red Hat / DB2 environment, while also supporting cross-functional teams on migrations, upgrades, and process improvements. I focused on scalability, system monitoring, and performance optimization, ensuring seamless operation of mission-critical systems.

Achievements:

  • Served as the subject matter expert for two systems across different lines of business, ensuring 24/7 uptime, system resiliency, and adequate performance for customer-facing applications.
  • Successfully implemented a solution to efficiently load PDF files into IBM Content Manager OnDemand, reducing storage costs and enhancing system performance.
  • Implemented a proof of concept for running IBM CMOD in a Microsoft Azure cloud environment, demonstrating the advantages of cloud technology over on-premises solutions
  • Demonstrated system capabilities to management and senior management, highlighting product benefits and comparing it to market competitors.

Engineering Lead, IBM CMOD SME

New York Life Insurance
September 2017 - October 2021

Provided expert knowledge, support, and mentoring across various initiatives. Before leaving my full-time position, I also provided additional per-diem contracting services related to a migration off of the platform. I specialized in managing enterprise content management systems on Linux with DB2, emphasizing scalability, system monitoring, and performance optimization to ensure seamless operation of mission-critical systems. Additionally, I analyzed the outdated legacy system and proposed solutions to upgrade to a supported version, presenting various options to management.

Achievements:

  • Main point of contact for legacy CMOD system running on bare-metal IBM AIX servers.
  • Successfully performed installations and configurations in multi-tiered environments for IBM CMOD (V8.5 – V10.1), Tivoli Storage Manager, and IBM FileNet (5.2/5.5). Implemented IBM Content Manager OnDemand 10.1 environment utilizing the latest cloud technologies (SoftLayer) for document archival, and provided production support for IBM CMOD on the cloud platform.
  • Conducted a proof of concept connecting IBM Content Manager 10.1 to S3 storage medium and implemented proof of concept systems for various IBM platforms (CMOD/FileNet) using containers. Effectively troubleshot critical issues, resolved them within Service Level Agreement limits, achieving 100% compliance.

Skills & Tools

IBM ECM Stack

  • IBM OnDemand (CMOD)
  • IBM DB2
  • IBM Storage Protect
  • IBM WebSphere
  • IBM Content Navigator
  • IBM FileNet P8

Server Side

  • Linux / Unix
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes

Others

  • DevOps
  • Code Review
  • Change Management
  • Incident Management
  • Git
  • Bit Bucket
  • BASH
  • KSH
  • Python
  • Unit Testing
  • IaaS
  • PaaS
  • SaaS
  • Enterprise Content Management
  • Data Governenance

Education

  • MBA in MIS
    Marywood University
    2010 - 2014
  • BS in Information Science
    Penn State University
    2005 - 2009
  • AS in Computer Information Systems
    Johnson College
    2003 - 2005

Awards

  • Charles Schwab CTS Impact Award, 2022
    Awarded for providing an amazing impact on work culture, while exhibiting grit, inspiration, and effective influence and leadership in work performed beyond normal responsibilities.

Interests

  • Cars
  • Retro Technology
  • Homelabbing
  • Learning new skills