• Spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive IT strategy for a network of 30 schools, enhancing educational outcomes.• Led cybersecurity initiatives, implementing cutting-edge security protocols and disaster recovery plans to safeguard sensitive information.• Managed a diverse team of IT professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and driving high-performance team dynamics.

As CIO/CISO, I led strategic initiatives to ensure optimal client satisfaction, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and security. My role included:- Client Engagement: Spearheaded client discussions to track project milestones, gather valuable feedback, and resolve concerns, driving satisfaction and fostering long-term client relationships.- Operational Excellence: Conducted detailed equipment assessments to ensure peak functionality, implementing optimized controls that enhanced operational efficiency.- Compliance Leadership: Provided targeted guidance and training on regulatory requirements, aligning organizational practices with industry standards to ensure full compliance.- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Directed large-scale software deployments and feature testing, partnering with cross-functional teams to achieve seamless, impactful solutions.- Risk Mitigation: Designed and executed internal control assessments, validating adherence to policies and procedures to minimize risk and maintain regulatory compliance.- System Optimization: Worked with engineering teams to analyze system performance, developing and implementing enhancement plans that boosted reliability and efficiency.- Security Innovation: Recommended and implemented security enhancements, identifying potential vulnerabilities and proactively addressing risks to strengthen our security posture.- Infrastructure Integrity: Oversaw the installation, development, and testing of server updates, ensuring robust, secure IT infrastructure.- Mentorship and Training: Standardized processes and conducted training sessions for junior team members, advancing professional growth and promoting industry best practices.

• Developed and executed cloud security strategies, policies, and architectures in alignment with industry best practices.• Led the design and deployment of robust cloud security solutions, significantly fortifying cloud defenses.• Conducted thorough security audits to evaluate cloud security effectiveness, offering strategic advisory services for improvement. Helped build out Cybersecurity framework as a service.

• Hired to strengthen IT policies and procedures while strengthening IT Security posture and building a cohesive team.• Developed and led large-scale technology initiatives for long-term strategic plans and solutions.• Managed over 3,000 students and 700 staff members and improved Cyber posture by 68%.• Reduced overhead cost by 30% by migrating physical infrastructure to Azure cloud and used security compliance manager to assist with compliance.• Devised and wrote corporate technology procedures, modifying security policies for each worker level.• Trained staff members on computer use and updated systems.• Aligned IT solutions and deliverables with the company's strategic vision.• Resolved workflow issues to optimize team productivity and improve delivery times.• Led agile teams to deliver products quickly and respond to user requirements.• Worked closely with vendors and technology partners on integrations, infrastructure, and enterprise solutions.• Built IT infrastructure to support key business strategies and evolving processes.• Supervised multi-functional teams of technology professionals, coders, and support experts.• Directed security services and safety functions to align key processes with the goals and objectives of an organization and regulatory compliance.• Encrypted data and erected firewalls to protect confidential information.• Conducted security • audits to identify vulnerabilities.• Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.• Reviewed violations of computer security procedures and developed mitigation plans.• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced atmosphere.

• Promoted in 2019 to advance the student experience with creative technology integration in areas where students live, work, and play while ensuring cyber hygiene was effective.• Engineered, maintained, and repaired security systems and programmable logic controls.• Implement a security plan to push for ISO 27001:2013 compliances• Developed and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with executive partners to establish and achieve long-term business objectives, providing the company with strong and sustainable organizational leadership• Developed enterprise • information security framework • Ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and availability of information as well as creating controls on how data is processed by the organization• Created 2 to 3-year technology refresh and cloud migration roadmap ensuring collaboration addressing short-term business goals and long-term total cost of ownership• Consolidated and re-designed Network and telecom for 9 locations in the United States• Instituted a formal security program using NIST as a framework to eliminate gaps in being compliant with IT security controls• Migrated to a Private Cloud AWS to address Disaster Recovery and backup compliance while increasing security and real-time data reporting• Successfully Created a business continuity committee to assist in drafting BC/DR Plan Company-Wide• Successfully created a more cohesive team with Agile methodology technology service team creating business intelligence reporting increasing productivity by 16 % and performance by 36 %, developing key performance indicators, and increasing customer satisfaction by 43%• Updated IT systems for a 5000 -person company and installed necessary updates• Oversaw IT staff and general system maintenance• Transformed departmental operations through aggressive process overhaul and attention to quality• Oversaw technological improvements, successfully reducing waste and eliminating business bottlenecks.

• Hired to strengthen IT Infrastructure for scalability and reliability while addressing IT posture strategically.• Planned, designed, and delivered diverse IT solutions.• Worked with business analysts and different subject matter experts to gather and define requirements, identify constraints, and plan scopes.• Developed long-term strategies for different business segments.• Wrote detailed architectural design plans, security requirements, and specifications.• Defined enterprise processes and best practices and tailored enterprise processes for applications.• Built and maintained network infrastructure consisting of Windows, Linux, and virtual products.• Oversaw development and maintenance of organization computer systems and intranet.• Wrote and maintained custom scripts to increase system efficiency and performance time.• Managed installation, upgrade, and deployment projects and provided on-site direction for network engineers.• Directed security services and safety functions to align key processes with the goals and objectives of the organization and regulatory compliance.• Submitted documentation for weekly payroll, managed schedules, and enforced policies.• Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.• Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth.• Developed team communications and information for meetings.

A dynamic and experienced technology leader with a demonstrated history in executing large-scale IT and cybersecurity projects across diverse industries. In my role at Lite Technology Solutions, LLC, I have led major projects, including contracts with IBM, KoKomo Library System, TransUnion, Lighthouse College Prep Charter High School, BMO Harris Bank, and Atos. Key accomplishments include:- Strategic Project Leadership: Spearheaded critical Windows Server migrations, VMware implementations, and system upgrades across multiple industries, ensuring secure and compliant IT infrastructures.- Compliance & Risk Mitigation: Developed and implemented internal control tests, reducing compliance risks, and enhancing security postures for clients.- Team Training & Development: Trained and mentored teams in best practices, achieving significant improvements in ticket resolution times and system stability.- Client-Centric Approach: Actively engaged clients throughout project stages, enhancing customer satisfaction and delivering tailored IT solutions aligned with business goals.Highlighted Projects:- IBM: Led Unix/Linux and Windows server builds, process documentation, and quality assurance for complex server build operations.- TransUnion: Managed Windows Server migration and collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance OS stability and performance.- Kokomo Library: Directed IT operations, implemented VMware, secured eRate funding, and streamlined incident remediation.- Lighthouse College Prep: Oversaw SAP ERP implementation, infrastructure management for 8 schools, asset tracking, and online testing success from 0% to 100%.- BMO Harris Bank: Provided migration support from Oracle to SQL, ITIL infrastructure implementation, and improved online testing outcomes.- Atos: Assisted in Windows project deployment, server configuration, and provided IT and AV support for approximately 10,000 staff.

• Provided technical assistance during operational changes via both on-site support and remotely.• Coordinated engineering assignments for multiple simultaneous projects to fulfill prescribed project requirements.• Performed operational design reviews to determine the feasibility and budgetary impacts of new proposals.• Designed administrative and maintenance procedures to provide optimal service uptimes and minimize service disruptions.• Direct reports 8 Coached and mentored [23] staff members, including conducting performance reviews.• Proofpoint Essentials configuration/Implementation and maintenance on virtual and physicals servers/integrated with LDAP• When appropriate, escalate issues quickly and efficiently to solve problems within SunGard• Service Level Agreement requirements issue problems, change and request tickets when necessary for both• SunGard infrastructure and customer environments.• Analyzed operability requirements for upgrades and new equipment installations.

• Managed Project Budgets Order inventory / Update• Maintained asset tracking software/update Schedules created via Microsoft project professional, work zone, and smart sheets• Direct reports 13• Tested and implemented new technology-based global projects such as [Deployment upgrade]• Translated technical specifications into detailed product requirements• Established criteria for each milestone within the product roadmap to measure developmental• RF, Electronics, and Computer) Hardware/software evaluations, administer exchange server, troubleshoot, install, monitor transmitter's remotely, updates, patches, administer studio equipment create cables such as (coaxial, data, double twisted pair).• Reduced company expenditures and losses by implementing proactive maintenance procedures.• Handled operational matters and efficiency by directing workforce members towards objectives.