Scott Thornton Email & Phone Number

Charleston, Sc, Us

Santa Clara, California, Us

⬧ I design, build and write Reference Architecture guides. I take business and technical strategies and turn them into tactics. I am a strategic advisor, testing and designing security architectures in the Public Cloud as well as SASE and AI technologies. Conduct in-depth analysis of business strategies, translating complex requirements into actionable security architectures for public cloud environments.⬧ Lead development of forward-thinking Reference Architecture guides, bridging the gap between strategic vision and practical implementation.⬧ Partner with cross-functional teams to design and test robust security architectures, ensuring seamless integration of AI technologies across platforms.⬧ Drive measurable improvements in security posture through strategic advisory, delivering tailored solutions that align with business objectives and industry standards.⬧ Pioneer cutting-edge Reference Architecture guides, translating complex cloud security strategies into actionable tactics for enhanced protection.⬧ Conduct comprehensive analysis of business strategies, crafting robust security architectures that seamlessly integrate AI technologies across platforms.

Santa Clara, California, Us

⬧ Cyber Security expert, engineer and leader in Cloud Architecture and Security design in AWS, Azure, GCP and OCI. I create tactics based off company strategies, best practices for security designs and product implementations. Consulting Engineer with expertise in Cloud, SASE, Zero Trust, SIEM, IAM. Led cloud security initiatives across AWS, Azure, GCP, and OCI. Developed and implemented robust security architectures, enhancing overall cybersecurity posture.⬧ Established SASE and Zero Trust strategies, revolutionizing network security approach. Designed cutting-edge solutions to address evolving cyber threats.⬧ Analyzed complex security landscapes, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending strategic improvements.⬧ Partnered with cross-functional teams to align security tactics with company strategies. Fostered knowledge sharing, elevating team expertise in cloud security.

Seattle, Wa, Us

⬧ Modernized configuration management processes, significantly reducing deployment times and enhancing system reliability for diverse client environments.⬧ Partnered with customers to design and implement tailored DevOps strategies, fostering smooth transitions and measurable improvements in operational efficiency.⬧ Conducted in-depth analyses of client infrastructures, identifying optimization opportunities and crafting solutions for seamless public and private cloud integration.⬧ Led the adoption of cutting-edge automation techniques, revolutionizing traditional IT practices and driving substantial gains in productivity and compliance.

San Jose, Ca, Us

⬧ Analyzed complex networking challenges for Tier 1 providers. Developed tailored solutions leveraging Linux, virtualization, and scripting expertise.⬧ Fostered synergy between customers, product management, and engineering. Translated technical requirements into actionable product enhancements.⬧ Orchestrated product demonstrations that showcased Vyatta's capabilities, directly contributing to client acquisition and retention efforts.⬧ Designed cutting-edge network solutions, positioning Vyatta as a leader in NFV and SDN technologies. Drove adoption of transformative networking paradigms.⬧ Pioneered NFV and SDN initiatives, bridging customer needs with internal teams. Delivered technical solutions that revolutionized network virtualization.

Round Rock, Texas, Us

⬧ Led networking sales in Central and Eastern US, consistently achieving quota and driving substantial year-over-year growth.⬧ Leading sales region in the US, 50% Year over Year growth, 100% or more of quota each quarter⬧ Mentored field teams, provided leadership within the network team, and conducted company-wide training sessions.⬧ Developed competitive analysis materials, minimizing competitive pressure and enhancing Dell's enterprise leadership position.⬧ Presented Dell's networking vision to strategic customers, creating new revenue streams by aligning technology with business needs.⬧ Pioneered Dell's networking strategy, driving product innovation and market growth. Led cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge solutions for enterprise clients.⬧ Chosen as an Enterprise Master - 2013

San Jose, Ca, Us

⬧ Highest-selling technical resource, generating $1.2M revenue in 6 months. Increased quarter-over-quarter growth by over 100%, surpassing established targets.⬧ Credited with exceeding established goals by 600% including increasing quarter over quarter growth by over 100%.⬧ Defined go-to-market strategies for new product lines, boosting awareness and adoption. Collaborated with OEMs to integrate Brocade solutions as SAN foundations.⬧ Delivered expert presentations on Server Connectivity and FCoE to hundreds of customers at industry events. Trained OEM partners on product value propositions.⬧ Worked with field sales to introduce Brocade products to clients. Designed proof-of-concept solutions addressing enterprise data center connectivity needs.⬧ Pioneered server connectivity tech, propelling division from startup to $3M in 6 months. Deployed new products at 100+ enterprise customers, exceeding goals by 600%.

Oak Brook, Illinois, Us

⬧ Conceptualized, launched and grew Storage and Virtualization Practice to $3 million in sales within 1st year. Trained and mentored team members on VMware, EMC and storage networking technologies and best practices.⬧ Managed a multi-million network upgrade project for large hospital. ⬧ Conducted comprehensive network assessments for large institutions. Designed high-availability storage solutions, optimizing costs and data security.⬧ Developed 3-year storage roadmap for global law firm. Implemented virtualization strategies, significantly reducing costs and enhancing data protection.⬧ Managed cross-functional teams to deliver complex infrastructure solutions. Mentored team members on VMware, EMC, and storage networking best practices.

Moline, Il, Us

⬧ Advanced to manage a team of 10 network engineers in managing and enhancing infrastructure supporting 1,500 users throughout the United States. ⬧ Spearheaded adoption of new technologies and enterprise standards. Contributed expertise to Enterprise Architecture Teams for networking and server solutions.⬧ Partnered with cross-functional teams to establish data management policies. Facilitated Sarbanes-Oxley and HIPAA compliance through strategic initiatives.⬧ Orchestrated successful migration and integration of infrastructure post-acquisition. Developed SLAs and standard operating procedures for seamless operations.⬧ Conducted comprehensive cost-benefit analyses for technology initiatives. Identified critical issues and implemented effective resolution strategies.⬧ Led technology direction, project planning, and team development.

Moline, Il, Us

⬧ Headed DMZ network redesign, consolidating small networks to reduce vulnerabilities. Introduced new network analysis tool, generating substantial yearly savings.⬧ Led migration from Frame Relay to MPLS, improving WAN infrastructure. Developed large-scale layer 2/3 networks with EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP routing protocols.⬧ Guided team in creating workflow processes, technical documentation, and troubleshooting procedures. Evaluated new technologies in custom-designed testing lab.⬧ Architected second data center, enhancing business continuity. Designed core network infrastructure using Cisco and inter-VLAN routing for improved performance.⬧ Engineered global network infrastructure for 400+ sites, optimizing LAN/WAN/MAN uptime. Led migration from Frame Relay to MPLS, enhancing WAN performance.

Moline, Il, Us

⬧ Established TCO program and database, revolutionizing cost tracking. Implemented enterprise IBM and EMC storage units, creating advanced data management solutions.⬧ Streamlined printing operations by configuring 100 new printers into network, significantly enhancing business productivity and user satisfaction.⬧ Led technology evaluations, recommending and implementing cutting-edge solutions to boost service delivery, improve system availability, and reduce operational costs.⬧ Fostered seamless coordination among teams, ensuring efficient management of 200 servers and delivery of Level 3 support, maintaining high system uptime and user satisfaction.⬧ Engineered robust network infrastructure, optimizing Windows Domain, Citrix, and server clusters. Pioneered TCO program, revolutionizing cost tracking for 1,500+ users.