Tom Purdy

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VICE PRESIDENT of STRATEGIC INITIATIVES - CISSP @ Morse Code IT
Raleigh, NC, US
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Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, United States
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About Tom Purdy

With decades of diverse technical and management experience, I offer trusted consulting services to business owners, C-Level Executives, and IT teams. Leveraging 28+ years of senior IT leadership, I specialize in security, telecommunications, cloud-based services, managed services, and digital transformation. My expertise spans information technology, cybersecurity, project management, and many more business-critical areas. As a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), I've implemented Total Quality Management practices and led organization-wide digital transformations, resulting in significant achievements including spearheading 50+ innovative projects that improved customer service, increased productivity up to 33%, expanded and automated business operations, and reduced organization/department costs up to 75%. Committed to giving back to my community, I've served on the board of the Raleigh Chapter of the Information Systems Security Association for over 20 years, active leader in my church since 2005, and coached youth athletics for 7+ years.

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Morse Code IT

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VICE PRESIDENT of STRATEGIC INITIATIVES - CISSP
Raleigh, NC, US
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morsecodeit.com
Employees:
7
Tom Purdy Work Experience Details
  • Morse Code It
    Vice President Of Strategic Initiatives - Cissp
    Morse Code It
    Raleigh, Nc, Us
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  • Protech Systems An Nbs Technology
    Security Consultant, Cissp & Trusted Advisor
    Protech Systems An Nbs Technology Dec 2023 - Present
    Charlotte, Nc, Us
    SECURITY CONSULTANT, CISSP, and TRUSTED ADVISOR that provides network, telecom, security, cloud, and managed IT consulting to Business Owners, C-Level Executives, and IT staff. Help clients make informed decisions that improve IT service quality, meet business needs, and reduce costs on network/cyber security, collaboration, WFH, IoT, AI, and cloud services (UCaaS, CCaaS, Data Analytics, IaaS, DaaS, HDaaS, CIS, SaaS, Wireless/Mobile Computing, SD-WAN/, MDR, SIEM …).Key contributions:• Leverage 28+ years of senior IT/Security management experience into custom client services and support that meet business needs, improve efficiency/data analysis, reduce costs, and build long-term relationships.• Analyze business trends and customer needs to identify innovative ways to help customers. • Supply business owners and executives with justification, data, and options to make informed service provider choices in today’s evolving global environment.• Implement customer-focused and customized solutions as extension of client’s IT Staff:o Provide expert recommendations based on best practices, past experience, and comprehensive research.o Discuss and analyze client's existing IT/security infrastructure and services, business needs, and solutions.o Identify fully qualified provider and service options that satisfy client’s short and long-term goals.o Coordinate meetings with prospective providers to evaluate solution(s) that best meet client’s needs.o Facilitate provider proposals and executable plans including scope of work, milestones, deliverables, costs, service level agreement(s), and comprehensive solution(s) with “proof of concept/value.”o Participate in onboarding client services and follow-up with client & provider to build long-term relationships.
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  • Smartcity Tech Bridge
    Security Consultant, Cissp And Trusted Advisor
    Smartcity Tech Bridge Nov 2023 - Present
    SECURITY CONSULTANT, CISSP, and TRUSTED ADVISOR that provides network, telecom, security, cloud, and managed IT consulting to Business Owners, C-Level Executives, and IT staff. Help clients make informed decisions that improve IT service quality, meet business needs, and reduce costs on network/cyber security, collaboration, WFH, IoT, AI, and cloud services (UCaaS, CCaaS, Data Analytics, IaaS, DaaS, HDaaS, CIS, SaaS, Wireless/Mobile Computing, SD-WAN, MDR, SIEM …).Key contributions:• Leverage 28+ years of senior IT/Security management experience into custom client services and support that meet business needs, improve efficiency/data analysis, reduce costs, and build long-term relationships.• Analyze business trends and customer needs to identify innovative ways to help customers. • Supply business owners and executives with justification, data, and options to make informed service provider choices in today’s evolving global environment.• Implement customer-focused and customized solutions as extension of client’s IT Staff:o Provide expert recommendations based on best practices, past experience, and comprehensive research.o Discuss and analyze client's existing IT/security infrastructure and services, business needs, and solutions.o Identify fully qualified provider and service options that satisfy client’s short and long-term goals.o Coordinate meetings with prospective providers to evaluate solution(s) that best meet client’s needs.o Facilitate provider proposals and executable plans including scope of work, milestones, deliverables, costs, service level agreement(s), and comprehensive solution(s) with “proof of concept/value.”o Participate in onboarding client services and follow-up with client & provider to build long-term relationships.
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  • Morse Code It
    Vp Of Strategic Initiatives, Cissp & Trusted Advisor
    Morse Code It Mar 2020 - Present
    VP of STRATEGIC INITIATIVES and TRUSTED ADVISOR that provides network, telecom, security, cloud, and managed IT consulting to Business Owners, C-Level Executives, and IT staff. Help clients make informed decisions that improve IT service quality, meet business needs, and reduce costs on network/cyber security, collaboration, WFH, IoT, AI and cloud services (UCaaS, CCaaS, Data Analytics, IaaS, DaaS, HDaaS, CIS, SaaS, Wireless/Mobile Computing, SD-WAN, MDR, SIEM …).Key contributions:• Leverage 28+ years of senior IT/Security management experience into custom client services and support that meet business needs, improve efficiency/data analysis, reduce costs, and build long-term relationships.• Analyze business trends and customer needs to identify innovative ways to help customers. • Established many of new company’s business processes, security measures, staff training, and IT services.• Expanded business service to include security assessment, consulting, and managed services.• Provide expert recommendations based on best practices, past experience, and comprehensive research.• Discuss and analyze client's existing IT/security infrastructure and services, business needs, and solutions.• Identify fully qualified provider and service options that satisfy client’s short- and long-term goals.
  • Issa Raleigh Chapter
    Career Services Director - Cissp
    Issa Raleigh Chapter Feb 2003 - Present
    Communications Officer: 2004 to 2010Career Services Director 2010 to present
  • North Carolina Board Nursing
    Chief Information Officer - Cissp
    North Carolina Board Nursing Jan 2016 - Dec 2019
    Raleigh, North Carolina, Us
    Nationally recognized & award-winning state agency supporting ~160,000 nurses. Managed support, operation, upgrades, IT, Security & budget of 55-user network /telecom system, Virtual Server Network/SAN, VMWare, Windows Server), backup/disaster recovery, wireless, AND cloud-based website, eCommerce & app development/services.Key contributions:• Managed 4 employees, IT, security, vendors, managed services & $800K+ budget. Hands-on leader directly involved in Network upgrades & IT support.• Developed, implemented & monitored IT budgets, guidelines & strategic initiatives to support Board's mission, vision, legal mandate, compliance & organization goals.• Implemented Board-wide IT modernization of network, wireless, security, backups/disaster recovery, all HW & SW AND transition to Microsoft 365, VOIP phone & cloud transition of main business services.• Modernization reduced annual operating costs $100K/20% & improved network, security, office efficiency & business continuity for critical business services/systems.• Upgraded security measures: IDS/IPS; website, application, email, mobile & wireless; network segmentation; PCI & vulnerability scans; endpoint & DLP.• Implemented Security Awareness Training to ensure staff could identify & act on threats.• Coordinated “Exceptional” FBI Noncriminal Justice Agency IT Security Audits of policies, procedures, equipment AND data/physical security use & storage of sensitive CHRI.• Implemented 5-year technology plan within established regulatory/compliance requirements, priorities, schedule & budget guidelines.• Lead IT Team & vendors to deliver innovative, reliable & sustainable IT & security systems, programs & services that achieved department/organization goals.• 2018 ASTER Awards GOLD winner for best Non-Hospital Organization Website. Its nation’s most elite competition dedicated to recognizing most talented healthcare marketing professionals for outstanding excellence in advertising, marketing & communications.
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  • North Carolina Bar Association
    Information Technology Director & Facility Manager - Cissp
    North Carolina Bar Association Oct 2001 - Aug 2015
    Cary, North Carolina, Us
    Nationally recognized non-profit trade organization for ~19,500 legal professionals. Managed support, operation, IT & security of 75-user network/telecom system, wireless AND website, eCommerce & app development.Key contributions:• Managed 4 employees, IT, security, managed services, $500K+ IT/facility budget, web testing & strategic planning. Hands-on leader provided IT, phone, staff, & event support.• Led research, selection, development & implementation of IT projects for PC/Mac/network operations, security, mobile devices, voice/data, staff/member comms, eCommerce/PCI Compliance, business/web app development, association (netFORUM)/financial (Great Plains) mgmt systems, document mgmt (Worldox), Microsoft Office, remote access (Citrix) & cloud services.• Managed 10 strategic IT upgrades: network virtualization; AD & Exchange; Meraki wireless network & security appliances; data & server backup/DRP/BCP virtualization with server failover & VEEAM cloud backup; UPS; & Web transition to Azure servers.• Led IT successful .NET website redesign & netFORUM Assoc Mgmt System upgrades. Ensured seamless transition for business-wide project that improved efficiency, customer service, data-mining, security & multi-platform use.• Expanded website business that increased membership by ~40% & web sales from $1,088/yr to $250K in first 8 months, $1M+/yr in 5 yrs, $2M+/yr in 10 yrs & ~$3M+/yr in 14 yrs.• Implemented layered security with robust network & physical security IT, risk assessments & comprehensive security policies and procedures.• Conducted 3 successful phone system upgrades including VOIP migration that increased system/call reliability, cut costs 60+%, increased bandwidth ~300% & improved efficiency with unified messaging, call center ...• Managed facility ops, building/grounds upkeep, security & tenant support/lease negotiations. Decreased operating costs 20-40% & coordinated upgrades: $140K carpet/paint renovation; $200K roof; $250K HVAC; & $45K lighting.
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  • National Association Of Bar Executives
    It Section Leader
    National Association Of Bar Executives 2002 - 2012
    Proactive member of National Association of Bar Executives (NABE), a not-for-profit organization that serves bar association professionals and law-related organizations to enhance their skills and enrich their careers. IT Section board member from 2005-2008. Provided information which directly improved IT and Security services for bar associations and their members.
  • Questcon Technologies, Inc.
    Project / Qa / Testing Manager And Qa / Test Analyst - Cissp
    Questcon Technologies, Inc. 1999 - 2001
    Stamford, Ct, Us
    Quality Assurance (QA) implementation, web development/testing & software testing consulting company with 40 employees.Key contributions:• Qualified as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); InfoSec “gold standard.”• Conducted security assessment that identified system, process & policy vulnerabilities.• Initiated business service expansion to include Information Security testing & consulting.• Demonstrated ability to plan & execute complex project plans including work breakdown, resource estimates, business/system requirements, activity scheduling, deliverables & project administration.• Provided cost/benefit analysis, alternatives & recommendations to managers involved in development, integration & installation of business information systems.• Proactive implementation of QA methodology, effective communications, exacting technical documents, and hands-on project management ensured successful support of major clients (TracFone Wireless, Inc., Logical Design Solutions, and New Breed Corporation).• Developed QA Test and Test Management Methodology & Performance Test training. Helped customers use innovative methodologies to develop QA implementation & training programs.• Managed risk assessment, test plan/case development/execution, anomaly identification/repair, configuration management & creation of mixed test environment (NT, UNIX, Oracle, SQL & BaaN). Discovered & repaired anomalies that led to discrepancy-free Year 2000 (Y2K) transition for business-critical operations.• Managed test teams in Object-Oriented Analysis & Design methodology, web & software development, testing & system integration using mixed system/browser/database environments.• Managed &/or conducted system integration & user testing of mixed web environments as well as web security testing of access control systems (PKI) to ensure legal/regulatory privacy compliance.
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  • American Media International, Ltd.
    Information Systems Director
    American Media International, Ltd. 1997 - 1999
    24/7 manufacturing & warehousing company that produced made-to-order DVD, CD, floppy disk, video, audio & print products using custom MRP & accounting applications.Key contributions:• Managed 3-employees, staff support, operation, IT & security of 300-user telecom system & 100-user client/server LAN (Novell 4.11, NT 4.0 & Mac OS).• Designed, installed & implemented network-wide business Y2K Readiness upgrade including: IBM & Mac servers, Cisco routers & switches, data & power backup, OS & app SW, 100 PC/Macs & virus, firewall, security & physical/data access control systems. Improved network & web security, scalability, reliability & performance with no impact on business/production.• Managed company-wide Y2K Readiness preparations. Designed, tested & implemented upgrades & discrepancy-free Y2K transition resulting in business growth when Y2K Readiness was rated “equal to Sony”.• Conducted enterprise-wide Information Security & Risk Assessment:o 3-Year Technology Plan for short-/long-term staffing, training, IT & security needs.o Security policies & procedures for DRP/BCP & network/physical security.o Increased network security (firewall, antivirus) & physical access controls.o Pre-production intellectual property & virus reviews of customer-supplied products to preclude production without copyright approval &/or viruses.• Managed enterprise workflow automation & implemented SW development test process. Consolidated 3 disparate databases; improved inventory accuracy, storage & access; & implemented 100’s of SW upgrades reducing production time by 20%.• Expanded business service capabilities: barcode inventory technology, automated payroll/timecard, & access control; & increased email/remote/internet access.• Managed operation/security of 300-user telecom system & automated ACD/CTI Call Center. Renegotiated telecom service contracts & conducted utility cost audits. Improved system performance/reliability & reduced annual phone/utility costs by 20 to 40%.
  • D. U. Fletcher High School
    Njrotc Instructor And Department Head
    D. U. Fletcher High School 1996 - 1997
    INSTRUCTOR and DEPARTMENT HEAD for high school Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) training program.Key contributions:• Taught and mentored 100 NJROTC students in diverse in- and after- school curriculum for high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors.• Coordinated 2,296 hours of student volunteer community service for various civic and service organizations.• Created and implemented Parent Booster Club to support volunteer service and fund-raising activities.• Proactive training and leadership programs were lauded for across-the-board improvements during annual inspection.
  • Naval Air Maintenance Training Group Detachment Jacksonville
    Officer In Charge
    Naval Air Maintenance Training Group Detachment Jacksonville 1993 - 1996
    267-employee aviation technical training center that trained 5,300 U.S. & Allied aviation maintenance technicians annually for patrol aircraft, helicopters & aviation support equipment.Key contributions:• Managed all aspects of training center operations: 267 employees, 150 technical curriculums, IT/security, facilities & $450K operating & maintenance budgets.• Managed DRP, operations, personnel & physical security of classified material/equipment, 8 buildings & equipment valued at $67M.• Coordinated consolidation of 3 training centers by integrating personnel, services, equipment & budgets. Comprehensive planning met $5M US Navy downsizing goal by eliminating redundant services, systems & facilities.• Led TQM reviews of organizational goals & staff/customer needs leading to:o Recognized as Naval Air Maintenance Training Group’s #1 OINC.o Ranked #1 of 17 training centers worldwide & received awards for Training Excellence (“E”), HR programs, renovations/cost savings, community service & base & regional athletics champion.o Implemented & managed 50 projects that improved customer service, increased productivity up to 33% & reduced department/unit costs up to 75%.o Completed complex P-3C Baseline to P-3C Update III avionics equipment modification of training equipment using internal staff & equipment only versus government contractors. Upgrade was completed 2 years early at no cost, saving $2M+ in contractor costs.• Managed & conducted US Navy legal proceedings: legal investigations & evidence collection; organization-wide urinalysis screening; & Senior Member of Non-Judicial Punishment (NJP) proceedings.• Main member of Naval Air Maintenance Training Group executive committee supporting headquarters & 17 training centers worldwide. Recommendations improved aviation maintenance technician training; helped preparations for 1990’s Base Realignment & Closure (BRAC); & provided justification for larger training centers transition to training commands.
  • Tactical Support Center, Commander Patrol Wing 11
    Director Of Operations And Information Systems
    Tactical Support Center, Commander Patrol Wing 11 1990 - 1993
    DIRECTOR of OPERATIONS and INFORMATION SYSTEMS for Operations and Telecommunications Center that supported 24/7 aircraft operations in the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, and Caribbean Sea.·Managed operations and telecommunications center with staff of 69 employees and $250,000 budget to provide 24/7 support to 1,200 international aviation flights annually.·Managed staff, facilities, operation, maintenance, and security of $10,000,000 of voice/data telecommunications, mainframe technology Unix LAN/WAN, and tactical aviation support systems.·Managed Telecommunications, Operations, Physical, Personnel, and Cryptography Security for 24/7 support center that processed classified communications for 1,200 flights.·Managed acquisition, implementation, and use of secure, 100-user, Novell 3.1 LAN. Automated communications and routing of 73,000 classified messages (Secret and below). Results: Process automations reduced classified message printing/costs by 35%, saving $40,000 annually.·Implemented and managed Total Quality Management initiatives that led to: * Increased employee productivity and safety, and company-wide budget reductions of up to 40%. * Operational support awards and rating as “one of the top” of 18 support centers worldwide. * Renovation projects, standardized system maintenance, and 100% system availability.·Proactive member of international Software Configuration Management (SCM) program that supported 24 squadrons and 18 centers worldwide.
  • Patrol Squadron 5 (Vp-5)
    Department Head And Senior Manager
    Patrol Squadron 5 (Vp-5) 1987 - 1990
    DEPARTMENT HEAD and SENIOR MANAGER for 350-person operational aircraft squadron.·OFFICER-IN-CHARGE of 6-month detachment conducted from 20 sites in 10 South American countries. Negotiated and planned operations with top-level foreign government and military executives that included planes, helicopters, ships, submarines, and Special Forces. * Received awards for operations and logistics management of highly successful exercise with unprecedented levels of success for multi-national integrated flight operations. * Developed and negotiated flight safety procedures adopted by all 10 South American militaries. * Managed Telecommunications, Operations, Physical, Personnel, and Cryptography Security for two aircraft and 40 personnel, with no safety or security incidents.·Assistant Maintenance Officer - Managed 250-person aircraft maintenance department, including staffing and training during complex aircraft modifications. Completed upgrades on time/budget and training program was rated #1.·Managed tactical planning and employment of integrated operations with U.S./Allied aircraft, ships, and subs. Results: Exceeded long-standing Mediterranean operational records despite budget cuts.
  • Tactical Support Center Sigonella
    Operations And Information Systems Manager
    Tactical Support Center Sigonella 1985 - 1987
    OPERATIONS and INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGER for Operations and Telecommunications Center that supported 24/7 international aviation operations in the Mediterranean Sea.·Managed 55-person support center providing 24/7 support to 3,000 operational, international exercise, and training flights annually.·Managed staff, facilities, operation, maintenance, and security of $10,000,000 of voice/data telecommunications, mainframe technology Unix LAN/WAN, and tactical aviation support systems.·SPECIAL SECURITY OFFICER for 24/7 international support center and special communications facility that processed Top Secret and higher operational and intelligence correspondence. * Managed Disaster Recovery, Telecommunications, Operations, Physical, Personnel, and Cryptography Security for support and processing of classified information for 3,000 flights. * Managed construction of new special telecommunication facility and installation of enterprise-wide Uninterrupted Power Supply. * Improved aircraft mission performance by 200% despite 15% budget cuts, through innovative asset management, operational analysis and planning, and proactive system maintenance. Achieved five awards for operational excellence supporting conventional and contingency operations.

Tom Purdy Skills

Security Disaster Recovery Project Management Servers Business Continuity Network Security Telecommunications Process Improvement Databases Team Leadership Strategic Planning Cissp Vendor Management Microsoft Exchange It Management It Strategy Troubleshooting Quality Assurance Computer Security Team Building Business Process Improvement Project Planning Budgets It Operations Contract Negotiation Budgeting Business Analysis Customer Service Physical Security Website Development Planning Facilities Management Customer Relations Non Profits User Acceptance Testing Quality Management Communication Skills Content Management Association Management Pbx Microsoft Office Emerging Technologies Telephony System Testing Total Quality Leadership Tqm Facility Safety Facility Master Planning Usability Testing Pci Standards

Tom Purdy Education Details

  • United States Naval Academy
    United States Naval Academy
    Mathematics
  • Fd Roosevelt High School, Hyde Park, Ny
    Fd Roosevelt High School, Hyde Park, Ny

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