Kim Smith
Cybersecurity & Software Solutions Specialist
Founder of ActiveTechMonroe | 35+ Years in IT & Custom Development
Monroe, Louisiana | Available Upon Request
Professional Summary
Experienced IT professional and ISC2 Certified Cybersecurity Specialist with 35+ years in computing, software development, and infrastructure support. Known for building dependable systems that solve critical business problems, recover lost revenue, and protect sensitive data. Creator of FIRST — a Medicaid billing automation platform used by provider agencies across Louisiana. Adept in legacy systems, modern scripting, and real-world cybersecurity practices.
Core Competencies
- Cybersecurity & Compliance (ISC2 CC, SSCP Candidate)
- Medical & Medicaid Billing Automation
- Custom Software Development (Visual FoxPro, C++, Classic ASP)
- Systems Administration & Data Recovery
- EDI 837P File Generation & HL7 Concepts
- Database Design (SQL, DBF, MySQL)
- Small Business IT Support & Infrastructure
- Legacy Integration & Automation
- Client-Facing Solutions with Empathy & Precision
Certifications & Education
- ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) — 2023
- Currently Pursuing SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner)
- NRI Diploma — Master Course in Computers & Microprocessors
- Vocational Training: Electronics, Huey P. Long Vo-Tech
Professional Experience
Founder / Consultant — ActiveTechMonroe (2000–Present)
Monroe, LA
- Creator of FIRST, a Medicaid billing automation tool that integrates with state software (LaSRS) and third-party systems to generate HIPAA-compliant claim files.
- Recovered over $1.5 million in lost billing revenue for agencies.
- Designed and supported software for Red River Presort, Simmons Sporting Goods, and multiple accounting firms.
- Provides endpoint and network security, backup strategy, and IT support for small to mid-sized businesses.
IT Lead & Developer — YWCA of Northeast Louisiana (1999–2003)
- Created call-logging software for suicide hotline crisis lines with real-time risk visualization.
- Developed and maintained data systems for grant reporting and case management.
Technical Lead — PATCH & ULM Child Health Initiatives (1998–2002)
- Developed custom reporting and data collection tools for programs focused on child nutrition and family support.
- Managed secure data pipelines and provided tech training for field staff.
IT Consultant / Developer — Home Assistance Services (1994–2017)
- Developed Medicaid billing analysis software in C++ to identify discrepancies between F4 forms and billing data.
- Early automation of double-entry systems required by state partners like SRI.
Regional Tech Support — Texaco, Northwest U.S. (1989–1994)
- Assisted with rollout and maintenance of early fuel station POS systems.
- Managed multiple locations, supervised staff, and implemented secure data practices before “cybersecurity” was common.
Select Projects
- FIRST – HIPAA EDI 837P generation platform with auto-import from state systems
- IMS Tools – Inventory scanning and purchase order reconciliation tools for retail
- Suicide Hotline System – Visual escalation platform for crisis response
- Red River Presort Software – Postal data reconciliation and automated billing
- Simmons Sporting Goods Website – E-commerce and inventory sync (Classic ASP)
Technical Tools & Languages
- Visual FoxPro, C++, Classic ASP, HTML/CSS
- MySQL, DBF, SQL, MS Access
- Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, IIS, Apache
- WordPress, XAMPP, PHP
- PowerShell, Batch, AzCopy, FTP
- Backup & Recovery (FAT/MFT sector repair)
Current Goals
- Complete SSCP Certification
- Continue development and deployment of FIRST across Louisiana
- Grow ActiveTechMonroe into a trusted cybersecurity and automation service with shared values
