Key areas of responsibilities are to Work closely with business partners to define strategies for technical solutions, determine requirements, and develop functional designs based on the analysis of line of business needs, objectives and existing systems infrastructure.

As the Director of Information Technology (IT), my role was to ensure the streamlined operation of the IT Division was in alignment with the business objectives of the organization. I Planned, coordinated, directed, and designed IT related activities of the organization, as well as provided administrative direction and support for daily operational activities of the IT division. Worked closely with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the organization. Recommended and implemented IT policies, procedures, and best practices. •Lead IT Division operational and strategic planning, including fostering innovation, planning projects, and organizing and negotiating the allocation of resources.•Work with stakeholders to define business and systems requirements for new technology implementations.•Direct research on potential technology solutions in support of procurement efforts.•Manage financial aspects of the IT Department, including purchasing, budgeting, and budget review.•Approve and oversee projects and project portfolio.•Oversee and lead development and implementation of all IT policies and procedures, including but not limited to systems architecture, information security, disaster recovery, capacity planning, standards, purchasing, and service provision.•Negotiate and administer vendor, outsourcer, and consultant contracts and service agreements.•Oversee asset management for IT hardware, software, and equipment.•Manage IT staffing, including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, development, evaluation, and disciplinary actions.•Credited with development and deployment of the company’s web sites for both retail and wholesale channels•Developed and delivered product and business initiatives aligned to strategy•Ensured products integrate into the business environment by working with infrastructure, logistics, and key client personnel

Planned and managed multiple information technology projects for banks, financial institutions and Fortune 500 companies through project scope definition, system solutions and design, work plan production, project and delivery management.• Secured new business and coordinated project launches with Fortune 500 companies•Organized and managed project teams• Prepared time and cost estimates• Assisted sales representatives/Account Managers with negotiating and closing deals• Developed and managed project budgets with a focus on minimizing costs