Chief Information Officer | Chief Security Officer
Goose Creek, South Carolina, Us
➡️ Played a vital role as the executive technology leader behind the creation of the company’s entire network, from physical to technical security operations systems and architecture, including the manufacturing ERP system, private cloud data storage, employee badge system, CCTV, and IoT➡️ Provided sound recommendations and strategic plans to the Executive Management Team based on the assessment of costs, value, and risks of information technology➡️ Enforced compliance with the guidelines of National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), as well as with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), The Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS), OPNAV Instruction, and Safeguarding of Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information➡️ Received appointment to spearhead overall aspects of technology infrastructure installation, implementation, testing, and deployment for the new startup of a 451,000-sq. ft. and 45-acre facility for full-service manufacturer of complex welded metal fabrications for Department of Defense, Aerospace, Energy, and Marine industries➡️ Held responsible for the successful development of a culture of cybersecurity across the IT organization as well as adoption of behavioral changes across the business➡️ Successfully mitigated risks while driving the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of information within the organization by conceptualizing a strategic and comprehensive information security program that outlined policies and processes toward consistent, effective information security practices➡️ Streamlined overall internal operations and optimized strategic benefits by taking ownership of the selection and implementation of suitable technology➡️ Initiated efforts in ensuring optimal performance of all technological infrastructures within the organization