Steve Augustine, Pmp Email & Phone Number

Buckeye, Az, Us

Phoenix, Az, Us

Major Responsibilities:I lead a board-visible Privileged Access Management (PAM) program, crucial for corporate compliance and cybersecurity insurance underwriting. I successfully delivered Phase 1 and managed multiple concurrent projects, including Phase 2, demonstrating adaptability and strong project management. I oversee the onboarding of privileged accounts for high-risk departments to enhance security measures. My technical and project guidance has been recognized by program sponsors, and I coordinate with vendors and internal teams to implement CyberArk's Privilege Cloud, achieving a key program milestone.Key Deliverables:* Successfully managed a $653k budget for the PAM program in 2023, achieving $310k in savings by renegotiating vendor licenses and controlling project expenditures.* Implemented CyberArk's Privilege Cloud for Privileged Access Management, enhancing organizational security.* Onboarded privileged accounts for six critical departments, strengthening internal access controls and security protocols.* Completed Asset Management Security Hardening and CMDB Standards and Governance projects ahead of schedule, demonstrating efficiency and project excellence.* Established the first Privileged Access Management (PAM) solution, securing vital Cyber Security Insurance at a reduced rate.* Spearheaded the Okta FastPass Implementation project, delivering advanced authentication solutions on time.

Phoenix, Az, Us

Major Responsibilities:I directed the establishment of Parallel Lower Environments (Development, QA, and Stage) for a key business application, streamlining the development lifecycle. I coordinated five PLE workstreams—SAP Hybris, SAP CAR, ECC, Fitment, and Salesforce—aligning with strategic initiatives and senior management goals. I facilitated the integration of Hybris external connections and built Salesforce lower environments, driving project success. Additionally, I collaborated with teams to implement CI/CD pipelines, Gold Test Data, Test Automation, and Mock Services, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and project outcomes.Key Deliverables:* Led the successful implementation of the Parallel Lower Environments project, significantly reducing development bottlenecks and accelerating the deployment of code.* Coordinated the integration of SAP Hybris external systems in lower environments, optimizing the development process.* Contributed to establishment of Salesforce lower environments, ensuring consistency and reliability across development stages.* Coordinated closely with project managers and cross-functional teams on strategic projects such as CI/CD pipelines and Test Automation, contributing to improved project outcomes.* Streamlined development lifecycle for applications, enhancing productivity and meeting senior management's strategic goals.

Phoenix, Az, Us

Major Responsibilities:I supervised cross-functional teams to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with client IT requirements and business goals. As the primary technical liaison, I coordinated between architecture, engineering, operations, and development teams, facilitating clear communication and resolving issues. I oversaw the migration of core banking systems for SwitchThink, transitioning 300+ applications to new data centers. Additionally, I developed infrastructure implementation plans for a high-profile SaaS initiative, demonstrating my technical expertise and strategic planning skills.Key Deliverables:* Completed the migration of over 300 applications and ancillary systems into two new world-class data centers, achieving the project on time and under budget.* Acted as the technical project manager for a multi-year, multi-site data center migration program, completing four critical phases.* Engaged with a major in-flight project, coordinating with vendors and senior management to transition 26+ clients and 20+ vendors to new data centers.* Directed the development and implementation of infrastructure architecture for a strategic SaaS initiative, enhancing board-level visibility and support.* Contributed to a 15% increase in business from Credit Unions by migrating primary and backup self-hosted data centers to two world-class data centers.

San Francisco, Ca, Us

Major Responsibilities:I led cloud migration preparation and managed transformational IT projects for a Credit Union, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. I developed and maintained internal SharePoint sites, improving project documentation and stakeholder engagement. I also designed and conducted training sessions on ServiceNow, Okta SSO, and Microsoft Teams, enhancing IT service delivery and user experience.Additionally, I delivered comprehensive SharePoint training to Elevoro staff, boosting collaboration and productivity. I optimized project lifecycle management by crafting workflow processes for a new PPM tool. Key Deliverables:* Successfully managed eight infrastructure projects ranging from Office 365 rollout to network and security assessments, achieving 100% successful implementation for the first time in the Credit Union's history.* Architected Microsoft Teams usage for project management, improving communication and collaboration within IT teams.* Created and led two 1.5-hour ServiceNow training sessions, enhancing the ticket response team's efficiency and effectiveness.* Developed customer engagement forms and SharePoint site designs, resulting in streamlined project management and client interaction.* Implemented a new PPM tool, defining interaction flows and tool purposes, which led to improved project tracking and portfolio management.

Santa Ana, Ca, Us

Major Responsibilities:I managed rotations through various divisions at First American Financial Corporation, including PMO, Transition Services, Server Operations, Enterprise Architecture, and Lean-Agile Practice Office. I developed and automated a complex server retirement process, achieving full workflow automation through process analysis. I collaborated with IT management to maintain CMDB updates and drive process improvements. I also spearheaded the creation of a technology governance board, leading weekly meetings across business units and corporate IT. Additionally, I played a key role in disaster recovery planning, ensuring the successful transition of critical applications to a backup data center.Key Deliverables:* Achieved $650K in annual cost savings by identifying and decommissioning non-application-associated servers within CMDB.* Formulated strategic plans for six workstreams, setting stage for a multi-year, enterprise-wide IT cloud transformation program.* Advanced the Lean-Agile Practice team toward green belt certification through Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training, contributing to IT transformation.* Initiated and chaired a technology governance board, enhancing cross-functional collaboration and IT strategy alignment.* Defined and successfully tested disaster recovery plans, ensuring infrastructure resilience and business continuity.

Irvine, Ca, Us

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Psychology

Certificate In Management Practice For Engineering And Technical Professionals