With over 20 years of experience in the public sector, I am a seasoned leader in technology and operations at Statewide Financial System (SFS), a financial management platform that serves over 100 state agencies and authorities in New York. As the Assistant Director of Technology, I oversee the development, maintenance, and security of the SFS system, ensuring its reliability, performance, and compliance with state and federal standards. I also manage a team of IT professionals, providing them with guidance, mentorship, and support. Previously, as the Assistant Director of Operations, I was responsible for the planning, execution, and monitoring of the SFS operational functions. I also collaborated with various stakeholders, including state agencies, and vendors, auditors to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of SFS services. In addition, I leveraged my technical background and skills to contribute to the design, testing, and implementation of the SFS system, as well as to troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arose. My core competencies include operations and IT management, project management, financial management, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving. I am passionate about enhancing the quality and effectiveness of the state's financial operations, and I am committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within SFS and the broader public sector.