As a Sr. IT Director, I led all aspects of IT operations and people management with a $5M budget. I developed and managed on-premise, hybrid, and cloud data centers across multiple sites while using Azure VMs and SQL databases for high business systems uptime. I led security teams and vendors while conducting and reporting cybersecurity risk management based on NIST specifications. I led data governance and classification for DLP and staff awareness training tools. I conducted weekly senior leadership meetings and reviewed change and security requests and KPIs.Highlights of accomplishment in this role include:➙ I developed a culture of performance excellence and promoted staff to next-level roles by delivering hands-on leadership to cross-functional teams and recommending courses, networking events, and certifications.➙ I enhanced plant efficiency by laying the networking groundwork, installing new fiberoptic capacity and wireless throughout the plant setting up for use of operational efficiency software and advanced analytics.➙ I directed the purchasing and development of a suite of Cisco Meraki hardware across all sites, including firewalls, switches, access points (APs), cameras, and Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions.➙ I improved payment processing, data integrity, and shipment functionality by leading the software development of an ERP-integrated Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) module while serving as an SME.➙ I optimized inventory management and costing by developing a master data management role, leading technical resources on the consolidation of two operational efficiency programs into Aptean OEE, creating one set of KPIs, and providing support for the backend AWS database.➙ I headed data integration for payroll and employee management migrations (ADP, Ceridian Dayforce, Paycom) in collaboration with HR and managed third-party web services developer for career page ATS integration while driving security compliance, policy, and oversight.

I was recognized as a top-performing IT leader for demonstrating a commitment to performance excellence in IT oversight and cybersecurity. I built a dedicated team and supervised third-party contractors to exceed corporate expectations. I headed the procurement and execution of the Mimecast Email filtering and Cyber Awareness training program. I developed and managed supply chain integration with third-party warehouses, third-party logistics, and customers. I coordinated the CEO with documentation for the company’s sell sheet and due diligence of purchase (acquired by a German company).Highlights of accomplishment in this role include:➙ I decreased downtime and colocation resources and drove faster recovery by negotiating a contract with a new Managed Service Provider (MSP) for on-premises Exchange server migration to Office 365 and Azure AD.➙ I planned and executed a logistics project while integrating Ryder logistics to schedule orders and trucks and get updated delivery times and schedules and collaborate with the CFO for reporting enhancement.➙ I increased business-critical applications' uptime to 99% by designing a collocated data center in a secure facility with redundant power and internet.➙ I boosted accuracy by 20% and processing times by 25% by driving third-party logistics and warehouse electronic document integration of transfers and pick tickets.➙ I enhanced PO and invoicing accuracy with customers and reduced invoice-to-payment times and headcount by partnering with SPS-Commerce, conducting contract negotiations, and expanding EDI capabilities.➙ I expedited inventory and improved lot code accuracy while saving labor costs by developing logistics EDI connections to third-party logistics.➙ I coordinated the opening and operation of a new four-line manufacturing facility within IL.➙ I led technical teams on Redzone and Vorne OEE deployment for efficient manufacturing monitoring and KPI reporting.

Monitor and Troubleshoot WAN of 300+ Windows NT servers in USA and Canada Troubleshoot and Maintain Cisco Wireless Access Points and Universal Clients Diagnose and repair problems with Captivate's Elevator Display units running Windows CE OSCreated and managed Company Intranet Site, based on ASP and HTML pages with a SQL7 databaseManage and maintain Captivate's internal MS Windows NT 4.0 and 2000 servers and network including one cluster serverManage and maintain the MS Exchange mail server and mail forwarderTraveled to remote offices and worked with vendors to set up Voice/IP Frame NetworkAdminister backup tapes and software Manage and maintain Norton Antivirus Corporate Edition v7.51 servers and clientsInstall operating systems and various other software as necessaryInstall hardware: NIC’s, MODEMS, PCMCIA NIC’s and MODEMS, CD ROM’s and various other removable media Hardware.Troubleshoot network printer problems, print driver problems, and calling in service technicians when needed Use Symantec PC anywhere and WEBEX to remotely access computers for maintenance