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Dallas, Texas

Planning, Creating, and Implementing all Information Security activities for a Healthcare Management company.• Managed SSAE16/18 SOC 2 Audit Process• Created and Implemented Information Security Policies & Standards• Created and Implemented Incident Response Plan and Tests• Created and Implemented Business Continuity / Disaster Recovery Plan and Tests• Created and Implemented Video Training and Awareness program• Created and Implemented Governance and Compliance program• Created and Implemented Vendor Management Program• Created and Implemented ISO 27002-based Internal Risk Assessment• Project management for security activities• RFP / Due Diligence Management• Contract / Legal Support for Information Security

Created Cirrobase, a cloud-based CRM application for work groups and small businesses. The application includes project management, sales force automation, and event management.• Application Design• User Interface • Business Workflow

Best Buy Private Store And Auction

Led Sales and Marketing projects to drive revenue for the brand’s private members-only site, the Best Buy Private Store and Auction. • Managed Strategic Partners to increase program participation by over 400%• Created and implemented a completely new marketing program to provide access to companies as an employee benefit • Created marketing programs that expanded revenue by over 800% and directly resulted in$1 Million per month in sales• Security Architecture

Coordinated all activities associated with critical vendor risk assessments including planning, implementation, and on-site security audits. Coached C-level contacts at strategic partners concerning procedures to create more robust information security.• Developed and implemented Risk Assessment Project Methodology• Developed and implemented Risk Assessment reporting software application that improved productivity by 50% and accuracy by over 25%• Performed 200 Risk Assessments in the Banking Industry from 2006 to 2008

Compaq Global Services

Created and implemented customized solutions, driving complex projects to completion. Developed strategic partnerships with manufacturers and internal executives. Managed Professional Services Technical Consultants, Pre-Sales Engineers, and Project Managers. • Developed best practices project methodologies, sales processes, and marketing for strategic initiatives: Information Security and Data Privacy• Managed $1M wireless network project for a large hospital, increasing efficiency, security, and accuracy in the delivery of medications• Managed $2M Video Over IP implementation project for the Veterans Administration, increasing security while reducing the cost of video teleconferencing• Mentored Consultants and Project Managers concerning career path, continuing education, and goal setting, resulting in 50% achieving promotion or completed certification programs within 18 months

Managed sales and marketing duties in Central U.S. Developed strategic partnerships with over 50 network product manufacturers. Consulted with channel partners to create solutions and facilitate sales to end-user customers. • Vice President of Dallas Chapter of Local Area Network Dealers Association (LANDA)• Winner Annual New Business Award for generating the most sales from new customers• Created, developed and implemented a very successful networking training program for major partners, including technical and competitive analyses

Psychology - Emphasis On Motivation, Compensation, Organizational Behavior, & Positive Change Mgmt., Graduated With Honors

Activities and Societies: Pi Kappa Alpha

Education record

Diploma, General