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Texas, United States

Plano, Texas, Us

Built a secure and stable global data environment to safeguard critical client data and advance collaboration of internal and external customers. Provides strategic leadership and direction for an enterprise-wide information system. Manage multiple IT departments, oversee all aspects of the design/deployment/operation of enterprise-wide systems. Leverages collaborations across key stakeholders to align IT services and expectations with organizational strategic goals. Oversees development and maintenance of IT policies and processes. -Devised a comprehensive action plan to address areas of need, developing and executing actionable milestones to reach targets. Within 3 years, due to business growth, hired additional IT staff members to meet the needs of the company.-Passed Governmental and regulatory audits within 2 years of initiated improvements, to position the company for additional contract awards.-Led Enterprise Resource Plan (ERP) implementation in tandem with cloud migration, using astute project management ability to drive projects through the lifecycle.-Reduced software licensing spending by approximately 50% through innovative and creative solutions.- Migrated all collaboration tools into one platform, achieving $220k in annual savings. -Steers all IT efforts related to M&A pre- and post-operations, including initial discovery, post-network expansion, infrastructure relocations, and system consolidations.-Evaluate metrics across KPIs, budget, and business operations to monitor and maximize IT department performance. -Oversaw the implementation of Governmental regulations NIST 800-171 for IT infrastructure.-Maintains accountability for the coordination and execution of all information security measures, strategies, policies, and best practices throughout the organization-safeguards proprietary data in accordance with CMMC, DFARS, GDPR, ISO, NIST, and other regulatory requirements

Plano, Texas, Us

Responsible for all information technology strategy, policies, procedures, and operations; contributes to vendor assessment and selection.Led the development of a secure global data environment that protected mission-critical client data and promoted increased collaboration.Designs and administers information security measures, strategies, policies, and best practices throughout the organization.Directs local and remote professionals supporting office services computing, networking, database management, telecommunications, and other IT functions; tracks KPIs to ensure the highest levels of performance.Executed a global infrastructure re-engineering project, achieving all milestones and deliverables on-time and within budget.==================ABOUT ADVANCED INTEGRATION TECHNOLOGYA private, international aerospace company specializing in manufacturing automated systems that assist in aerospace construction. Employs 600+ employees globally with $300M in annual revenue.

Dayton, Ohio, Us

I served as a trusted advisor and thought leader to the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and other external federal agencies, providing subject matter expertise regarding advanced engineering, cybersecurity, and product solutions. I managed a portfolio of government contracts concerning classified information systems, supporting operational excellence. Moreover, I provided daily communications on system status and potential risks from internal and external threats to key government officials.Achievements include:-Enacted proactive alert strategies, monitoring security vulnerabilities and hacking threats in network and host systems while reporting on investigations of unauthorized access and attempts, denial of service attacks, and negligent use or misuse of classified information.-Created detailed user accounts for cleared personnel, ensuring accuracy on access levels based on Need to Know and clearance levels.-Conceptualized and executed a Master Security System Plan to govern all classified information systems in each facility, aligning with the security field operations process manual to protect the business from security threats.-Spearheaded weekly audit trail reviews on all classified information systems and incorporated change management methodologies to mitigate identified system risks.-Performed full compliance audits every quarter to ensure the organization could execute on $100M+ contracts and drive organizational transparency.

Dulles, Virginia, Us

I was rapidly promoted during my tenure to positions of increased responsibility and leadership, cultivating superior building security and IT best practices to drive growth while balancing the bottom line. In the Security and Information Technology Manager role, I directed all facilities on the West and East coasts, adhering to government guidelines to drive overall competitive advantage. I steered multiple teams built on trust and accountability, developing high performance by aligning talent with organizational needs.Most notably, I:-Developed a helpdesk support system to submit and track service requests and resolve reoccurring user issues.o Created a ticket system based on the ITIL methodology, resulting in increased synergies among locations.-Recruited all Security and IT department members across 5 sites (3 in Dayton, 1 in San Diego, and 1 in Boston) to drive positive culture change and streamline processes to enhance efficiencies.-Proactively implemented disaster recovery protocols to ensure business continuity in case of unforeseen emergencies.-Conceptualized and built Disaster Recovery Plan(DRP)/System to prevent additional data loss after a full-system failure before company tenure. Implemented under budget within 9 months with infrastructure covering multiple sites in the division.-Defined specialized procedures for the transmission of DoD materials to and from program elements, ensuring security.-Led specialized investigations into security breaches and building comprehensive protocols to safeguard against the loss of sensitive or classified information.-Designed and constructed secure work areas (SAPF and SCIF), including building robust networking connections, which enabled the organization to acquire government contracts above $80M.-Consolidated security management from 2 to 1 facility, realizing annual savings of $300k.-Participated as a member of Center of Excellence (COE), accountable to reduce costs and improve efficiencies.

Dulles, Virginia, Us

Defined and managed specialized procedures to govern the transmission of DoD materials to and from program elements; led investigations of security breaches.Provided SME oversight classified Information Systems for multiple geographically different ATK facilities and ensuring their availability and integrity for all users. Coded and implemented a disk-less system (Linux based) to allow individuals with the proper "need-to-know" to access sensitive material, resulting in cost/process savings.Designed, Tested, developed, hardened "air-gapped" and network systems (hardware/software) for use in classified environments. Established and oversaw specialized policies and procedures for transmission of DoD material to and from critical parties.Led Security Team to successfully passing multiple governmental program audits.==================ABOUT ATK LAUNCH SYSTEMSA $2.1B aerospace and defense company, specializing in propulsion, composite structures, munitions, and precision capabilities. Employed 11,300+ people across three business groups: Aerospace, Precision Systems, and Ammunition.

Master Of Science - Ms, Information Systems

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Business Administration And Marketing

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