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As a seasoned technology leader, I excel in driving impactful results through strategic vision and agile development practices. With a proven track record spanning diverse platforms including Microsoft and Linux, I've optimized project efficiency by 25% and reduced communication errors by 30% through comprehensive documentation strategies. I've led high-performing teams in executing transformative projects, from upgrading custom management systems using PHP and CodeIgniter, to developing user-friendly platforms with Python, Django, and PostgreSQL. Skilled in CI/CD automation and cloud architecture, I've fortified server uptime to 99.9% and slashed security incidents by 40%. My expertise extends to managing multi-million-dollar modernization projects and achieving significant operational efficiencies, underscoring my commitment to innovation and excellence in technology leadership.
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Vice President Information TechnologyNew BenefitsTexas, United States -
Senior Technical DirectorInsite Oct 2021 - PresentDallas, Texas• Established a comprehensive documentation plan for all projects, ensuring clarity and seamless knowledge transfer, which increased project efficiency by 25% and reduced inter-departmental communication errors by 30%. • Team management for company performing the hiring, mentoring, yearly reviews and goal setting for technical team. • Managed and built a high performing development team of up to 16 team members collaborating across departments to drive business results through sharing of ideas and innovation in an agile development environment • Managed, planned designed and coded the efforts of the team that built the Echo Park Experience site, utilizing Python, Django and Postgresql to create a user-friendly platform for customers to set up vehicle deliveries and select to purchase companion products. • Fortified Linux and Windows servers through automated scripts and regular updates, achieving a 99.9% uptime and reducing security incidents by 40% over six months. • Proficient in utilizing a diverse set of technologies, including PHP, Python, Django, Wagtail, Kentico, Drupal, C# and more, to build websites and systems for various clients. • Converted all projects from vagrant to Docker to make the development process more efficient. • Directed the development of the UTSW .org website, involving the creation of API endpoints and data integration to enhance the site's functionality and content in the Azure environment. • C# and MS SQL development on a Microsoft Dynamics payment portal Azure web application, ensuring secure and efficient payment processes. • Pioneered the implementation of the first agile Scrum process for developers, fostering improved communication and collaboration among team members. Using project management methodologies to improve project performance • Implemented Ansible playbook automation for CI/CD and DevOps, streamlining application deployments across Azure and AWS environments.
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Director Of Information TechnologyDraken International Mar 2020 - Oct 2021Fort Worth, Texas, United States• Set objectives and strategies for the software development and infrastructure of the company. • Successfully drove the digital transformation of the company from Google Suite to SharePoint, Teams and OneDrive, administering and optimizing these platforms for enhanced productivity. • Installed and configured Meraki networking equipment across all locations, implementing site-to-site VPN connections for seamless communication. • Oversaw the procurement for all IT hardware, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with organizational needs. • Configured Azure GCC-High tenant to enhance the security stance of the organization’s cloud infrastructure. • Led the 4 million dollar modernization project of the entire organization Achieved a notable 30% reduction in equipment and service bills by implementing efficient Intune device management strategies. • Utilizing cloud architecture to design systems necessary for business systems. • Held a secret security clearance, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining a high level of confidentiality and security. • Successfully managed vendor relations, setting expectations for a complete IT transformation within six months of new leadership, ensuring a smooth transition • Took proactive measures to prepare for CMMC(Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) Compliance accreditation, ensuring the organization’s adherence to industry standards. • Administered Office 365, ensuring the effective utilization of collaborative tools and productivity applications. • Developed comprehensive policies and procedures, establishing a structured framework for IT operations and compliance • Designed websites and developed software applications, leveraging technology for business automation and improved efficiency. • Established a help desk from the ground up, providing essential support and ensuring a responsive and efficient IT environment. -
Software Development Team LeadFreeman Company Oct 2019 - Mar 2020Dallas, Texas, United States• Facilitated daily stand-ups, story writing, back log management and sprint planning for the team, ensuring efficient Agile methodologies. • Led cross-functional teams in the development of C#, .NET, Angular and MS SQL applications • Managed Azure DevOps, overseeing the coordination and facilitating seamless collaboration in the development process. • Developed a WPF application that programmatically uploaded files to Azure Blob storage. Utilized SignalR to send messages to a microservice, triggering the transmission of metadata to API endpoints. This allowed third parties to download and process files for remote viewing via a PHP website. • Coordinated PowerPoint presentations, ensuring effective communication of project updates and milestones. -
Development And Infrastructure ManagerTss, Total Sand Solutions Aug 2018 - Jun 2019Fort Worth, TexasResponsible for all software development and system infrastructure planning and development. • Led and developed staff to perform various IT functions including business intelligence, core processing, infrastructure and software development • Discussed work progress and obstacles with direct reports and provided advice, guidance and constructive feedback • Managed IT support functions to deliver outstanding internal customer service • Created the first Disaster Recovery Plan to ensure business continuity and security • Planned and coordinated project plans, schedules, and related activities • Designed a plan to bring software development in-house and convert code to a more manageable and maintainable language • Administered Windows and Linux servers running applications such as Tableau and 3rd party business applications • Developed tools and displays using SCADA technologies from remote silos • Developed PHP, tableau reports, google maps API, weather integration for NOC wall data displays running on an apache web server • Developed ETL type Python applications to process data, run reports and integrate with Slack and send system data to the slack channels • Managed the AWS platform for business needs using S3, EC2, Elastic Beanstalk
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Manager Software DevelopmentHaynesboone May 2016 - Aug 2018DallasResponsible for leading the team to achieve the goal of removing the legacy software and systems. • Built and managed a team of 4 software developers to modernize core reporting and informational applications • Worked with firm leadership to gather requirements and gain project buy-in • Designed and built a new system to replace legacy Plumtree intranet • Reduced equipment needs to support the system from 12 servers to 3 servers • Implemented Slack and GitHub integration to increase team communication and code backup • Used Trello as our Agile Kanban development process • Optimized processing time and increased efficiencies of the invoice creation process by converting legacy script to C# .net application reducing the processing time by 30 minutes • Modernized and converted systems to C#.net, jQuery, Datatables.net and backbone.js from ColdFusion moving the company to a more maintainable and upgradeable code base • Designed and coded using C#, EF, and .Net a workflow system for document processing to track billable hours • Supported legacy systems coded in any of the following languages: ColdFusion, PHP, classic ASP, .net, C#, Java, VBScript, and VB 6.0
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Director Of Information TechnologyAllflex Inc Dec 2014 - May 2016Dfw Airport, TexasAs a key member of the management team for North America responsible for working with other leaders of the business to provide advice on information system needs both infrastructure and software. • Established and directed the strategic and tactical goals, policies, and procedures for the information technology department • Worked with global development teams to bring together multiple business applications and consolidate information across the business for faster reporting to global corporate leadership • Mentored, coached and managed a team of 3 software developers and 1 technical support resource • Researched new technologies to see how they can help with the mission of the business • Reduced inventory time from 3 days to less than 24 hours and increased reliability by developing an internal system using Android devices, custom-coded app and web APIs. Optimized the North American infrastructure to increase performance and reliability • Built out cloud services for data that was not allowed to remain on systems located on American soil per government data retention requirements • Served as the point of contact with vendors and international IT team members • Piloted and implemented disaster recovery process -
Senior Software DeveloperTrack What Matters Feb 2013 - Dec 2014TexasLead application developer using C# and PHP to build out efficient code to increase performance of application and scalability. • Mentored and assisted junior staff with development and proper IT procedures • Reduced server costs by moving databases from MS SQL to MySQL and consolidating platforms in an open-source system • Set policies for code retention, code release procedures, and business continuity processes • Developed new code and refactored several PHP websites and C# console applications • Promoted the company’s products using a custom-developed website, promotional materials, and SEO best practices
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Senior Software DeveloperSanta Fe Insurance Company Nov 2009 - Feb 2013Senior software developer responsible for full SDLC of projects and mentoring of junior developers • Refactored ACH batch processing of files and increased performance by 50% using C# • Created an intranet security framework to be used throughout all internal applications to consolidate how logins are performed across all business applications • Architected and developed a new web-based claims management system converting an AS400 DB2 system to modern client-server environments • Created Corporate Instant Messenger WinForms application using Active Directory • Integrated Instant Messenger application into the new claims management system to increase efficiencies when representatives needed assistance from managers -
Director Of Information TechnologyCorporate Communications Center Sep 2008 - Nov 2011Dallas/Fort Worth AreaResponsible for all aspects of Information Technology supporting client project development, internal projects and infrastructure • Maintained and supported all internal systems • Negotiated new phone and internet service with vendor to reduce costs and increase services • Re-factored and developed new functionality for in house custom CRM application • Developed web sites for customers to facilitate order placement, fulfillment, and warehouse management • Processed, developed and managed data for annual mailing of tax documentsEnvironment: VB.net, ASP.net, MSSQL, Windows Server 2005, IIS, Free SMTP Server
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Senior Software DeveloperInternational Risk Management Institute Sep 2007 - Sep 2008Software developer for internal and external business applications. • Implemented websites utilizing Microsoft best practices and upgrading the site to the latest .Net Framework 3.5• Converted authentication of site to utilize Microsoft Dynamics CRM• Refactored tool that updated database from external source to increase performance• Implemented new table of contents system using a Component Art splitter control and the Microsoft Treeview controlEnvironment: C#, VB.net, MSSQL, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Component Art controls, JavaScript, CSS, HTML
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Senior Software DeveloperDigital Matrix Systems Sep 2005 - Jun 2007Addison, TexasSoftware Developer for internal and external VB.net, ASP.net and SQL 2005 based applications and websites• Spearheaded and led the transition from Microsoft’s CRM 1.2 to Microsoft’s CRM 3.0 and coded custom requirements using ASP.net, VB.net and SSRS• Designed and developed the intranet and internal applications using VB.net and SQL 2005• Developed and designed a data warehouse application to hold credit data and facilitate retrieval of that data for processing utilizing VB.net, ASP.net and SQL 2005Environment: Microsoft CRM, VB.net, ASP.net, MSSQL 2005, JavaScript, CSS, HTML
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Director Of Information TechnologyTechnology Printing Mar 2003 - Sep 2005Responsible for all aspects of Software Development and network infrastructure for the company. • Converted the environment from Linux to Windows increasing performance and reliability to 99.9% up time. • Pioneered the IT policies and procedures for the company. • Management, hiring, and mentoring of up to 4 employees• Programmed, developed, maintained and designed business and web applications using VB 6.0, ASP, ASP.net, SQL Server 2000, HTML, DHTML, JavaScript• Created an instant messenger system to increase customer satisfaction when trying to determine what products or services were needed from the e-commerce site.Environment: Linux, Microsoft Server 2000-2005, VB 6.0, ASP.net, VB.net, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, ASP, E-commerce
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Manager Of Software DevelopmentIwc Solutions Jan 2000 - Feb 2003Addison, TexasResponsible for the leading the development efforts of the company and being the point of contact for customers Environment: ASP, Site Server 3.0 Commerce Edition, SQL, JavaScript, Flash, Java, DHTML, E-commerce, ASP.net• Led a team of up to 10 developers in generating the online presence and e-commerce capabilities for clients. • Liaison between clients and developers. • Gathered requirements from customers and turn them in to action items for developers.• Developed e-commerce websites using Site Server 3.0 Commerce Edition, ASP and SQL Server• QA testing of all the web applications prior to pushing to production environment• Designed and developed an internet chat tool for Match.com using ASP, SQL Server, HTML, JavaScript, Flash, Java and DHTML• Principal architect for Moto1.net in support of Motorsims drag racing and Motorbike racing games and e-commerce application • Designed and developed Content Management System for articles on Moto1.net
Brian Young Education Details
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Master In Technical Management -
DevryComputer Information Systems -
GrapevineGeneral Studies
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Brian Young's current role is Vice President Information Technology.
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Brian Young attended American Intercontinental University, Devry, Grapevine.
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Brian Young's colleagues are Will Aman, Lori Price, Taryn Wells, Sowmya Subramaniyan, Martinique Allen, Jaime Keils, Kenda Hoffman.
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