It Manager
Current•Led cross-functional teams spanning system administration, network administration, technical support, and help desk.•Provided collaborative support to SharePoint, ERP, and plant personnel across 10 distinct sites.•Successfully executed SD-WAN upgrades, ensuring optimal network performance.•Spearheaded the transition to redundant Fortinet firewalls, enhancing system security.•Orchestrated a comprehensive phone system migration from CCM to Webex, streamlining communication processes.•Developed and implemented industry-standard policies and procedures, fostering operational efficiency.•Collaborated with engineering teams on pioneering IoT projects for the manufacturing floor:•Automated machinery integration•Robotic arm deployment for precision tasks•RFID tag implementation for advanced inventory tracking•Project Manager of upgrading on-site and remote plants network to Cloud-Based Cisco Meraki Platform. Includes: Cisco Meraki switches, access points and cabling to Cat6a Standard• Upgrade firewall and VPN from Sophos XG to Cisco Meraki MX250• Implement and oversee Multi-Factor Authentication for VPN users and Office 365 users• Implement and oversee firewall security rules to align with current standards via OWASP Top 10• Implement and oversee SD-WAN with collaboration of Comcast Business• Implement and oversee MDM Software on Scan Guns utilizing SOTI MOBICONTROL• Implemented and deployed a Cloud-Based backup solution via AWS/Backupify• Perform risk-analysis documentation on vulnerabilities using Dark trace, Carbon Black, SIEM, Mimecast and removed threats from the system• Implement and oversee a password policy that aligns to Microsoft Standards/Guidelines• Project leader for migration from Office 2010 to Office 365.