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VALUE PROPOSITION► I am highly effective in software engineering leadership, with extensive experience overseeing groundbreaking advancements in software application development in the Information Security industry.► Proven ability to lead software engineers in the implementation of projects that safeguard mission critical information and systems.► Record of driving team productivity while maintaining and/or improving deliveries and quality.SUMMARY► Engaging Director of Software Engineering possessing a winning blend of business and technical expertise, skill in team and project management, and practical experience. ► Leverages a unique mix of strategic and analytical expertise, consistently exceeding performance goals by aligning the effort of strong teams with organizational objectives. LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS► Achieved a history of innovation in the development of Endpoint Protection, Encryption, and Security Event Consolidation solutions for Symantec.► Holds over 12 years of experience in the management of offshore teams in India, China, and the United Kingdom.► Recent successes include the management of an R&D prototype solution into a full commercial release and two updates within a year.☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲Specialties: Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Cloud Infrastructure, Software Engineering, Product Life Cycle Management, Information Security, Agile and Waterfall Methodologies, Test Automation, Team Leadership

Listed skills include Software Quality Assurance, Test Automation, Quality Assurance, Test Planning, and 17 others.