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Silver Spring, Md, Us

Mclean, Virginia, Us

Responsible for creating an overarching strategy for all things technology and cybersecurity along with building a state of the art compliance and security program and revamping their overall a approach to information technology.In this multi-hatted role I am facilitating multiple roles. IT Administrator, Mac Admin, Network Admin and cybersecurity expert. In addition I am helping win new business in the Federal Government level and bringing my entrepreneurial knowledge and spirit to help grow the organization in any way necessary to see them reach their growth goals.

Sharing my experiences as CEO, Founder & Operator of Grove Technologies.

San Diego, California, Us

• CMMC Registered Practitioner helping to take clients through readiness in preparation for CMMC Audit• Developed and implemented new technologies at Interlaced.io to enhance operational and security maturity, ensuring an exceptional user experience.• Supervised system infrastructure to optimize functionality and efficiency, leading to improved operational procedures and policies.• Monitored KPIs and IT budgets to assess technological performance, aligning technology strategy with business goals.

• Provided expert computer consulting, cybersecurity, and CMMC services to optimize Apple computer investments.• Managed staff augmentation, remote & onsite support, application development, and system deployment.• Achieved significant cost savings and efficiency improvements for clients through tailored solutions.

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• Managed all aspects of Network Administration, Server Administration, VOIP / SIP Administration, Budgeting, Cybersecurity, and IT Strategy for Marijuana Policy Project.• Oversaw ordering supplies and configuring remote locations through on-site visits or contracted help.• Implemented cybersecurity measures following PCI and NIST standards to ensure data protection.• Developed IT strategies to optimize operations and enhance efficiency.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Developing web communities for the chapters of The Arc, training staff on web and SEO standards and making sure web technologies are always online using high availability standards. Leading the building and managing internal Chapter Web Service. An online internal service providing high end, modern websites to the chapters of The Arc. Handles all development, platform management, scaling and staff training.

Washington, Dc, Us

• Led IT restructuring and cybersecurity audits for Food & Water Watch, advising senior staff on technology changes and priorities.• Facilitated smooth transition from former CTO to new IT Manager role, training team and finding replacement IT Manager.• Conducted business needs analysis, documentation, and training to support organization through transition period.

Brooklyn, New York, Us

Responsible for all planning in regards to technology for internal staff development, communications, and systems. Manage the support needs for the entire organization including but not limited to vendor management, contract negotiations, and large-scale solution implementations. Responsible for managing purchases and technology budget for the entire organization for all locations. Strategic planning for technology needs of offices with high availability in mind. Manage IT procedures/policies in accordance with business rules and needs.

Brooklyn, New York, Us

Responsible for supporting all internal employee IT needs throughout BSD’s offices. Provide support for the organization's VOIP systems, network, and establishing core policies and procedures to help BSD stabilize their IT infrastructure. Responsible for ordering supplies and configuring remote locations through on site visits or through contracted help. Creating and balancing department budget for all locations. Creating a VPN based network for enhanced ARD support. Managing and monitoring OSX servers and implementing new technologies such as (MUNKI).

Washington, Dc, Us

Responsible for managing a large IT team that provides advanced technology services and support to the Georgetown faculty and staff in the Main Campus and University Services communities. Coordinates, schedules and maintains satisfactory customer support services that include but are not limited to, Desktop support, Mobile support, Phone support, Remote Support & more. Responsible for the imaging, maintenance, inventory, packaging and upgrades for all Mac OSX platforms across the entire campus; for faculty and staff in an effort to standardize our Mac platforms. Currently serving as a manager, mentor and trainer for the Georgetown Service Delivery team.

Washington, Dc, Us

Organizing and maintaining all 17 remote locations in terms of IT needs, ordering supplies and configuring remote locations through on site visits or through contracted help. Creating and balancing department budget for all locations. Creating a VPN based network for enhanced ARD support. Managing and monitoring our network of 16 OSX servers. Customizing the OSX Server environment through UNIX to accomplish complex tasks such as MYSQL replication across servers.

Functioning as a Web Designer and Network Administrator for the office and all 5 retail locations. Responsibilities included maintaining the VPN server for all the POS clients in each retail store and performing scheduled maintenance and upgrades. Web Design responsibilities included designing and developing the website representing the company and the retail locations and maintaining the web-server.

Wells, Maine, Us

Development and implementation of your own curriculum for the requested class to be taught. Course objectives clearly stated and a faculty syllabus created in accordance with school policies. Taught Photoshop, Lightwave 3D and HTML courses from 01 - 02. Taught Graphic Design, Photoshop and a Web Design classes from 07 - 08.

合肥, 安徽, Cn

I first traveled overseas for a job position working for the Government in Bayanhonogor, Mongolia. My responsibilities included setting up a vast government and school computer network as well as teaching students the English Language using a pre-designed English curriculum. I worked in Korea for two years in Hwajong. I set up a 22 iBook G3 lab with a wireless network. Responsibilities included repairing and re-installing various applications and operating systems. I worked for a year Taiwan where I implemented two computer labs comprised of mixed systems laptops and desktops with a wired and wireless network.

Executive Mba, Information Technology

Ba Graphic Communications, Magna Cum Laude, Graphic Communications, Computer Animation

High School Diploma, Fine Arts