Rochester, New York, United States
As a seasoned IT/Security administrator, I bring a wealth of experience and a steadfast commitment to solving the right problems and continuously evolving to meet the dynamic challenges of the digital landscape. With a proven track record of implementing robust security measures and optimizing IT infrastructures, I thrive in environments where strategic thinking and adaptability are paramount. I embrace a culture of learning from mistakes, leveraging each experience to enhance our systems' resilience and effectiveness. My dedication to fostering a secure and efficient technological environment, combined with a passion for innovation and a focus on root cause resolution, positions me as a strategic partner in driving organizational success while safeguarding critical assets. ISC^2 CC Certified and CISSP holder. Secret cleared and TS/SCI eligible with polygraph.
I help companies balance productivity against protection and deal with increasing complexity. Fix their skills shortage and mitigate risk creep. I achieve these goals with three core tasks, first to link business value to cyber strategy. Second is to position the role, relationships, talent and culture for cyber success. And finally, to oversee the creation, tracking and implementation of the cybersecurity program. The output from all three is to have a robust and defensible cyber security program. Common problems businesses face include protecting a #RemoteWork staff. Plus moving towards a #ZeroTrust model, and of course the growth of #Cloud computing. Between increasing regulatory involvement and the rapid rise of #GenAI. With all of that in mind, security is the fastest evolving threat environment ever.
Executive accountable for: - Mock attack scenario drills and exercises - Integrating national and local operations - Recruiting and retention to expand the local chapter - Evaluating, planning and executing strategic initiatives Planned board meetings, managed sub-commitees and substituted in for both junior and senior officers as needed.
Lifetime average: 3x profit in ~11 months. Interim CEO, Rochester NY Key Qualifications and Responsibilities: • Effectively managed team of 7 employees, 5 part-time employees, 30-60 1099’s depending on current workload spanning over 90 projects • Oversaw executive leadership, companywide training, and public relations with the community/media • Developed intensive, ambitious business strategies, short term goals, long term goals and KPI infrastructure • Spearheaded overhaul of various underperforming departments to reduce stagnation and increase growth and productivity • Fostered change in company culture to be move open, transparent, and accountable • Up-level executive leadership’s commitment to security and risk elimination Key Achievements: • Oversaw key technological updates including, CRM, website, customer database and process oversight • Increased customer database by 35% YoY which grew net profitability by 27%
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Co-Membership Chair FY22-23 • Executed a growth and retention strategy • Implemented an approval process for applicants • Instituted a system for chapter recruiting • Established a plan for integrating new members • Planed the recruitment budget for the year • Attended scheduled calls • Collected referrals from sponsors and other chapter members • Built a process for prospective members