Managed multi cloud (GCP,AWS) and on-premise data center operations in support of Corporate IT initiatives. Collaborate in the development and execution of the network operations strategy and technical direction. Drive network service availability. Provide strategic leadership and direction to cross-functional technical teams. Manage critical incidents focused on rapidincident resolution. Cultivate and manage relationships with partners to help support Corp IT network operations. Hands on with Palo Alto firewalls and Panorma while also working on Cisco Firepower transition. Lead process design and the development of operational procedures.

Drawing from my experience and expertise to direct the day-to-day technical performance and operations of networks services ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Collaborate in the development and execution of the network operations strategy and technical direction. Drive network service availability enterprise-wide. Provide strategic leadership and direction to cross-functional technical teams. Manage critical incidents focused on rapid resolution. Cultivate and manage relationships with providers to deliver technical evolution, functionality, and capacity. Lead process design and the development of operational procedures. My accomplishments in this role have been: Championed the modernization of the data center encompassing the navigation of six key areas to consolidate business requirements focused on enhanced service delivery and business continuity. Enabled scalability of data storage capacity to meet business and infrastructure growth. Launched a storage and virtualization solution integrated with a low-latency network fabric. Enhanced component efficiency by implementing best practices and benchmarking. Deployed effective backup and replication process protecting data leveraging secure/encrypted method while driving speed and reliability. Spearheaded the installation of a new Cisco core network that encompassed a next-gen data center architecture. Engineered a converged scalable LaaS infrastructure improving data center capabilities.

Data center modernization. Navigate key areas to unify business unit requirements with key solutions to improve service delivery and business continuity initiatives.

I leveraged an opportunity to oversee the design, execution, and delivery of solutions aligned with customer requirements. Provided leadership in the development of various single/multiple product network/systems projects. Liaised with clients and stakeholders to recommend cutting-edge solutions. Identified and defined project criteria and requirements including timelines, cost, deliver-ability, maintenance, and design specifications. Administered and adjusted project timelines and resource allocations to meet objectives. Developed and implemented project strategies. Analyzed project plans to identify areas of risk and define controls. Held accountable for the conduction of IT audits and control reviews. Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules

I was recruited to provide strategic technical leadership and direction within the Information Services Division across all city departments. Oversaw performance and delivery of the division and helpdesk support personnel. Managed vendor contracts and system security efforts. Administered the divisional budget. Maintained data circuits, fiber optics, and T1 frame relays. Configured WAN interfaces and protocols utilizing Cisco routers/iOS. Managed email, internet, and the domain name system. My contributions in this role: Initiated several upgrade and automation efforts. Implemented VoIP RFP enabling the City of Menlo Park to select a new provider and solution focused on scalability.

•Manage corporate computer systems and network infrastructure.Supervise day to day IT operations•Oversee and recruit outsourced consultants on per project bases.•Maintain and support N/T servers (software and hardware) PDC, BDC, MS Exchange.•Maintain and support SCO UNIX application servers (Mission Critical to business success (hardware and software).•Maintain and Support Internet co-location Linux server farm.•Maintain and support 85 desktops computers divided between 4 locations. (Software and hardware) win98/NT/2000/XP.•Maintain and support mission critical data communication between satellite offices and corporate location. 64kbs leased line and multiple T1 frame-relay circuits.•Configure WAN interfaces / protocols using Cisco routers/ IOS, ISDN, DSL, T1 connections,•Administer Corporate Internet presence / corporate e-mail systems, Support DNS