Resume

Resume

Matthew Paulson
4805 S. Samantha Dr
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 933-1589
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Professional Experience

Senior Web Software Engineer, Factor 360,  Inc. February, ‘08 – Present
Developed Factor 360’s “360 WebCMS” content management system and associated modules; created websites and ASP.NET 3.5 web-applications; developed proposals for web development projects; created and implemented internet marketing campaigns for clients; managed strategic outsourcing efforts;

Web Developer, Logic Lizard, LLC. December ’06 to February’08
Developed C#/ASP.Net 2.0 web applications and websites. Maintained Logic Lizard’s company website; provided technical support to student developers.

Computer Support Intern, South Dakota Unified Judicial System Summer ‘06, Summer ‘07
Created web-based employee status  system for use by UJS personnel; Preformed on-site system installations and upgrades; provided technical support for users using Windows XP operating environment; created clone image for use on new systems; created documentation for various hardware and software installations;

Adjunct Instructor / Technology Fellow,  Dakota State University August ’05 to Present
Created and administered “DSU News” campus portal; developed curriculum for and instructed client-side and server-side web programming courses; created and managed internet marketing campaign for Dakota State’s graduate degree programs.

Technical Skills

Web Development Technologies: ASP.NET 2.0/3.5 (C#), JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, HTML/XHTML, CSS
Content Management Systems: Joomla, WordPress, General CMS Design and Development
API Implementation: Facebook/FBML, Twitter, PayPal, Element Express
Database Technologies: MySQL, Microsoft SQL
Marketing Skills: Search Engine Optimization, Pay-Per-Click Campaign Development
Systems and Server Administration Skills: PC Repair & Installation, Windows Server 2003 & 2008
Other Skills: Technical Writing, Project Management, Strategic Outsourcing

Academic Credentials and Honors

Sioux Falls Seminary January '10 - TBD

* Masters of Arts in Christian Leadership
* Anticipated Graduation Date: May '2014

Dakota State University
May ’08 to Aug ‘09

* Masters of Science in Information Systems
* Specialization in E-Commerce
* Graduated Summa Cum Laude (4.0 GPA)

Dakota State University August ’04 to May ‘08
* Bachelors of Science in Computer Science
* Minors in Electronic Commerce and Applied Mathematics
* Member of the Kappa Sigma Iota Honor Society
* Center of Excellence in Information Systems
* NSF/DSU Math and Computer Science Technology Scholar
* DSU Champion Scholar
* Graduated  Cum Laude (3.6 GPA)
* President’s Academic Honors List (seven semesters)

Mitchell High School August ’00 to May ‘04
* High-School Diploma
* South Dakota Board of Regents Scholar
* National Forensics League Superior Distinction

Professional & Community Leadership

Central Financial Ministries July ’09 – Present
* Coordinated Financial Peace University Courses
* Served on financial ministries team at Central Baptist Church

Intervarsity Christian Fellowship (Dakota State University Chapter) August ’05 – May ‘09
* Served as chapter president for one year
* Served as treasurer for three years.
* Served as large-group leader for three years.
* Assisted in planning of organizational activities, special events, and missions trips

Center of Excellence in Computer Information Systems September ’04 – May ‘09
* Received three  $500 grants to conduct undergraduate research
* Presented research on topic of operating system security at Center of Excellence Annual Symposium (April, 07)
* Presented research on topic of online banking security at Center of Excellence Annual Symposium (April, 08)
* Presented research on topic of content management system development at Center of Excellence Annual Symposium (April, 09)
Professional References

Available Upon Request

Twitter Status

MatthewDP: Pre-ordered my iPad (32gb + case). Can't wait for April 3rd
MatthewDP: Someone emailed me suggesting that I should make my blog "carbon neutral." Give me a break.
MatthewDP: Made some good movement on the new Central Baptist website today. Looks like we might actually get a new site done.
MatthewDP: RT @andybeal: LifeLock Has To Pay $12 Million For Bogus Advertising, Little Actual Protection And Awful Security - http://gri.ms/KRF8
MatthewDP: RT @secondratesaint: Happy Mario Day, yo. MAR10, get it? :3