Erich Rockman Email & Phone Number

Chatham, NJ, US

Albertson, NY

• I lead engineering and architecture initiatives for multi-region cloud deployments, specializing in hybrid network and security infrastructure, particularly focusing on Microsoft Azure and AWS platforms. My role.
• Established Vandis cloud practice, developing "quick start" IaC automation solutions for efficient multi-region hybrid deployments in Azure.
• Led digital transformation efforts, modernizing client infrastructures with cloud-native and partner solutions to enhance agility and reliability.
• Achieved reduction in the Vandis internal technology footprint by migrating and refactoring enterprise systems to Azure, yielding annual savings of $30K. Additionally, delivered a more agile, resilient, and scalable.
• Served as technology evangelist, communicating with various levels within customer organizations from executives to engineers.
• Subject Matter Expert on F5 Big-IP and Citrix NetScaler. Designed and deployed global enterprise application and remote access solutions.

Albertson, NY

• Led customer engagements focused on major technology transformations. Developed the vision by articulating the business and technical benefits of the solution. Ensured business and technology alignment by providing.
• Multi-site Citrix VDI and Identity and Access Management platform for a luxury hospitality brand.
• Azure data center migration for a non-profit.
• Azure networking and security redesign utilizing Fortinet technologies for a non-profit.
• Enterprise PKI solution for a global food brand.
• Microsoft 365 migration for a New York museum.

Albertson, NY

• Customer-focused pre and post sales architect dedicated to delivering infrastructure solutions which align with the goals of the business. Successful solutions include:
• Global application delivery and security solution utilizing F5 Networks for a global food brand.
• Migrated Citrix VDI solution from the data center to AWS for a global entertainment brand.
• Rearchitected and redeployed Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, and public DNS for a prestigious engineering university.
• Rearchitected the session broker service from the application stack to F5 Networks ADC using iRules for a global boutique retailer.

Albertson, NY

New York, NY

• I managed all aspects of information technology division at a multi-channel retail consumer electronics/media firm, overseeing enterprise and e-commerce systems, software development, and technology security.
• Designed and implemented a $150M B2C Internet commerce site, resulting in a 20% annual increase in online sales, a 25% increase in average order size, and a 20% rise in customer conversion rates.
• Transitioned call center applications to the web, enabling customer self-service and enhancing user experience.
• Directed 5-person web development team, leveraging Microsoft platform/development technologies to deliver robust online solutions.
• Established enterprise information security strategy with comprehensive policies and procedures, bolstering system security and compliance.
• Reduced hardware and software expenses through a server consolidation effort, saving millions in hardware costs and maintenance contracts.

New York, NY

• I designed and developed e-commerce solutions utilizing the InterWorld platform. Select engagements include:
• Comdisco, Inc. – Created web-based lease management system that expedited change from company-driven to lessee-based equipment management, leading to staff and cost reductions.
• Zones, Inc. – Directed successful B2C Internet commerce engagement, from pre-sales to post-implementation, introducing multi-channel retailing to the organization. Integrated online sales channel into back-end ERP.
• Warehouse.com – Transitioned company from paper catalog to online sales channel, leveraging existing call center staff to service online customers.
• Genesis Direct, Inc. – Prototyped early software release, working jointly with CIO to gather requirements and document processes to facilitate $5 million implementation.

New York, NY

• I was a member of the technology practice engaged with enterprise customers. Select engagements include:
• Crum & Forster, Inc. – Developed batch architecture for a consolidated policy & premium database system utilizing ETL tools/Microsoft SQL Server. Authored and implemented project testing methodology.
• Bell Atlantic – Contributed to design and development of online provisioning system OLTP that reduced costs and improved service through real-time telephone service provisioning utilizing IBM AIX/Sybase.