System / Data Security Architect• Architect security solutions; partner with CIO and Enterprise Architecture Director for continuous evolution of security approaches and goals. Lead vendor in annual security penetration testing based on industry standards and new security threats.• Architect and/or implement server solutions to improve scalability and performance and reduce IT administration burden. Includes on-premise and cloud-based solutions.• Liaise with Chiltern clients to implement IT infrastructure required for secure collaboration.• Proactively maintain and monitor all server, applications, network and external security devices.• Manage critical vendors including global MPLS network provider and security vendors.Key accomplishments:• Zero security breaches and zero critical security findings from client audits.• Led configuration of Office365 from on-premise Exchange 2003 including user synchronization tools. Included email migration to the cloud and laptop configuration for Office365 products. • Led selection and implementation of best-in-class cloud proxy services (Cisco) from on-premise Blue Coat proxy services. Improved internet security by handling remote users with real-time URL and file access scanning. • Architected and implemented 2012 Domain Controller / DNS server upgrades to enable better local file/print services, improved security and reliable end user performance.• Key team member that is migrating Theorem into Chiltern infrastructure including domain migration and S2S VPN Tunnels.• Architected secure setup for Backup-as-a-Service solution to replace legacy tape backup solution.• Implemented NetIQ SIEM Security Manager for Account Auditing.• Upgraded and maintained Checkpoint Firewall and VPN HA Cluster Appliances.• Implemented AS2 Compliant Server environment• Maintained and managed Citrix Netscaler HA cluster environment