• Working with a new EA team in implementing a large transformational program for APi Group, integrating new ERP, CRM, and HCM systems for multiple Operating Companies.• Collaborated with stakeholders to define architecture strategies and ensure alignment with business goals.• Develop and implement innovative solutions to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.

As the Director of Enterprise Architecture for Xcel Energy, I am accountable for overseeing the architecture governance, enterprise architecture strategy, patterns and standards, appropriate to the changing business, technology, security, and data landscape.Influence projects and teams in their value delivery to create sustainable solutions. Ensure cross-cutting technology concerns are addressed, standards are being followed, and policies are being adhered to.

In my role as Enterprise Architect at Xcel Energy, I was responsible for defining and implementing enterprise architecture governance processes for network and security methodologies. I led the strategic technical design of major projects, including the NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection program, and managed cyber security projects for nationwide locations.

In my role as the Network Services and Security Leader at Accenture, I successfully managed a team of engineers, overseeing fiscal responsibility, staff training, and incident management. I played a key role in improving service level expectations and resolving technical issues impacting critical business processes.

In my role as Manager of Network Security and Security Administration at Best Buy, I led two teams in managing Firewall/IDS infrastructure and security provisioning. I designed an automated online application to streamline access requests, enhancing customer satisfaction. Additionally, I implemented security processes for SOX compliance and ITIL practices, ensuring regulatory adherence. By successfully outsourcing low-level security administration tasks, I reduced staffing costs by 50%.

Supported the Corporate firewalls/VPNs, external DNS and Intrusion Detection Systems.• Configured and supported Check Point firewalls, Check Point client VPNs, UNIX BIND DNS, and ISS IDS systems. • Provided daily support for implementing firewall rules and troubleshooting connections. • Upgraded legacy UNIX based Check Point firewalls to new Nokia hardware and new enterprise Check Point management system, including training and documentation. • Installed new Internet Security Systems (ISS) Intrusion Detection Systems into the firewall infrastructure.

Supported and maintained Microsoft Windows NT servers and Novell Netware servers, MS Mail, Exchange, SMS, Citrix (using thin clients), and enterprise anti-virus. Led a team of 11 PC support analysts responsible for assigning help desk escalations for over 2500 corporate employees. • Co-designed Novell Directory Services (NDS) tree and Novell Zenworks desktop management system.• Managed MS mail to Exchange, Zenworks to SMS, and Novell to Microsoft server migration projects. • Created a centralized internal help desk that provided employees with a single point of contact for IT-related issues. • Integrated IT employees and computer systems from a strategic acquisition into a single operational model. • Led a team responsible for converting and redesigning the Novell File and Print services onto Microsoft Windows 2000 File servers to simplify file access.• Spearheaded the development of a Change Management team.

Supported 1,000 desktop computing environment, including support of executives. Delivered software training to internal users. Responsible for packaging PC software, designing and upgrading a new Windows desktop standard.• Provided exceptional desktop support for key customers and departments.• Designed and implemented a standard Windows for Workgroups PC desktop for all users.• Also went outside job duties by building and supporting Novell Netware servers, including backups, security, troubleshooting, installation and design to create a standardized and stable Novell environment.