Columbus, Ohio, United States
A career leading the design, build-out, deployment, and management of reliable and scalable multi-platform full infrastructure environments and IT teams — Expert in assessing, recommending, and implementing Server, Cloud, LAN/WAN, security, VPN, WiFi, SAN, data protection, virtualization, and disaster recovery solutions to meet evolving business needs. Change agent with strong innovation and transformation leadership — Successful in defining infrastructure vision and roadmap, aligning technology investment with business goals, and overseeing the design of solutions and best practices to achieve high ROI and TCO. Strategic analyst, planner, and leader with superior communication and motivational skills — Strength in building synergy between leadership, teams, and customers to support business objectives across complex environments ROI and TCO Reporting— Successful in developing ROI reports for organizations showing yearly and multi-year savings totally from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands in savings
Leading the technology strategy, innovation, and operational efficiency of Cathcart Rail's IT business operations. With complete oversight of the Information Technology department, I collaborate with cross-functional teams to align IT initiatives with the company's overall goals. Spearheading the development and execution of the company's IT strategy, ensuring alignment with company objectives established by the Cathcart Executive committee. Driving innovation by evaluating and adopting emerging technologies that enhance business processes to improve overall efficiency and productivity. Leading a high-performing IT team. Providing mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities to team members. Reporting directly to the CEO, managing the IT budget, resource allocation, and cost-effective technology solutions. Ensuring fiscal responsibility while maximizing the value of IT investments. Implementing robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry regulations. Enhance cybersecurity measures and proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks to ensure a secure and resilient IT infrastructure. Collaborating closely with C-suite executives, department heads, and key stakeholders to understand business requirements and deliver IT solutions that contribute to the company's success. Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of IT initiatives. Implementing data-driven decision-making processes to continuously improve IT performance.
Delivered expected results to yearly established projects and business goals. Worked closely with IT and outside department leaders and peers to develop solutions to meet needs. Progressed through the transformation of the IT department has the business changed through growth and merger/acquisitions. Support and analyze the needs of users across the nation. Direct a team which administers and maintains the network (LAN/WAN) multiple data centers and numerous remote branch locations. My team manages server and network hardware, including backup/restore devices, SAN, firewalls, switches, etc. Administers, supports, and maintains file and print services, network security, remote access, corporate email, and serves as a high-level support resource for escalated Help Desk tickets. We conduct systems analysis and development to keep systems current with changing technologies.
Co-Founder Direct, plan and manage information technology operations. Oversee the day-to-day operations of business. Direct staff and assign appropriate job tasks that fit their skill set. Consult with clients to provide expertise on a broad range of technology and business solutions, covering network infrastructure design, security, data backup/protection, email archiving, messaging, and web hosting. Provide leadership and framework to actively identify needs and resolve critical issues. Research, recommend, and facilitate the introduction of new technologies, standards, and best practices to achieve organizational goals. Plan, track, and monitor all aspects of deployment, upgrade, migration, and troubleshooting projects. Manage risk assessment, issue resolution, and change management initiatives. Establish and enhance relationships with partners, clients, and team members.