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With over 25 years of experience in Information Technology, I have honed my skills across various sectors, including manufacturing, wholesale distribution, and SaaS application hosting. My career has been defined by a commitment to leadership and team building, where mentoring and personal growth are at the core of my approach. I bring with me years of experience with process improvement, marked by a series of successful solution migrations and integrations. My dedication to continuous improvement is reflected in my ability to architect solutions that consolidate and standardize systems enhancing ongoing support efficiency and effectiveness by facilitating cross-functional team collaboration. I’ve developed these skills over many years and have established myself as both a leader and a collaborative team member, embracing change and leveraging it to unlock new opportunities. As an IT manager I have experience with financial management responsibilities such as operational cost reduction, budgeting, and forecasting. My experience extends to vendor management, where I develop strategic partnerships while maintaining rigorous standards and accountability.As the IT Operations Manager, I have been the principal IT liaison for our annual SOX compliance audit, leading the documentation and remediation efforts to minimize or eliminate deficiencies. In addition, I have spearheaded our IT cybersecurity program, aligning with the NIST framework to implement security best practices that meet our risk management objectives and adapt to increasing insurance requirements.I am passionate about driving progress and delivering results that not only meet but exceed business objectives. Let's connect and explore how we can achieve excellence together.