With a rich history spanning over two decades in the IT landscape, I was entrusted to serve as Senior Manager serving as IT Directing, where my leadership extended beyond steering a team of highly skilled system engineers. In my current role, I actively define and implement strategic projects, playing a pivotal role in fostering operational excellence. I seamlessly align technology solutions not only with our overarching business objectives but also with a keen focus on budgeting, financial planning, and vendor management. This multifaceted approach allows me to contribute significantly to the organization's success while ensuring the smooth operation of our IT infrastructure.What Makes Me Stand Out:• Leadership and Project Management Excellence: As the leader of an exceptional team of System Engineers, I took charge of defining projects and strategically delegating assignments. Leveraging Jira as our primary IT ticket system, I ensured our project workflows were seamless. My active participation in Scrum sprints guaranteed the efficient delivery of projects, showcasing my commitment to excellence in leadership and project management.• Engagement with C-Level and Senior Management: I forged impactful partnerships with the C-Level and senior leadership team, spearheading the delivery of significant projects within the data science as a service domain. This demonstrated not only my strategic vision but also my ability to align initiatives with company goals and objectives, ensuring a lasting positive impact.• Strategic Support in Data Science and Machine Learning: Providing crucial support to an outstanding team of Data Scientists and Data Engineers, I played a pivotal role in the development of cutting-edge machine learning models within the dynamic Health Care IT space. My active contributions were instrumental in creating innovative solutions that advanced our capabilities and delivered tangible results.• Financial Oversight/Vendor Relations Management: At the helm of financial oversight, I led the creation of the annual IT budget, showcasing my attention to detail. Effectively managing software vendor relations, I ensured seamless collaboration. My role in reviewing and approving expenses demonstrated a keen eye for financial strategy. Proficiently estimating and planning for the cost of Azure environment usage, including pricing and forecasting, I contributed to cost-effective decision-making, aligning with strategic goals.