Rafael Cordero Email & Phone Number

Santa Barbara, California, United States

• Develop and implement the overall IT strategy and vision for the organization.
• Provide leadership and oversee the day-to-day management of the IT department, including data network and backup systems, firewall and security issues, databases, servers, equipment, and telephone systems.
• Manage a team of IT and Operations professionals, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure the security and integrity of data, networks, and systems through effective cybersecurity measures and policies.
• Collaborate with other departments to understand their technology needs and provide appropriate solutions and support.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in the field of IT services and make recommendations for technological advancements to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness.

Los Angeles, California, United States

- Developed from scratch an Augmented Reality Sandbox to improve learning engagement - A track record of established ongoing relationships with faculty and students, designing interdisciplinary units and lessons in the Math Lab. along with experience in project-based learning methodologies - Administrative lead of technology device inventory management.

Los Angeles, California, United States

• Supported the IT Director by managing employee and students’ devices, network services for internet and intranet routing and security, account management, printing, and campus-wide Wi-Fi, LMS and SIS administration
• Co-assisted in planning and implementation of technology management and integration into academic preparation and curriculum design
• Performed security patch upgrades for full tech device inventory leading to increased reliability and security
• Completed ongoing revisions of management policies and inventory procedures, especially during COVID pandemic
• Spearheaded community service project with the IT Director that repurposed Village’s iPads to reach children in schools and hospitals in Venezuela
• Supervised infrastructure for technology, including software, hardware and cloud-based paid technology support programs

Los Angeles, California, United States

Managed accommodations and activities for team members, including both on-set team as well as talent, resulting in zero delays in filming schedules for ‘Ultimate Beast Masters - Season 1’ and ‘The Day I Met El Chapo’ Coordinated and led all accommodations and wrangler activities at multiple filming locations Created pre-production book and tracked.

Venezuela

Managed and assembled high performing team of PR associates and helped develop their foundational skillset and core competencies leading to highly positive client feedback and outstanding operations resultsPresented, managed, and implemented office supply branding campaigns for strategic business partners and clients Managed and executed projects.

Venezuela

Developed a prototype room that simulated an emergency call centerTracked and tested security software for smart phones, PC’s and tabletsProvided on and offsite security software training for military officersBuilt the first security software database for the organization