Steven Anders

Technology Leader, Managing Programs to Deliver Results

Arlington, Virginia, United States

About

I thrive on tackling the big, complex technology-related programs that other leaders run away from. Extensive consulting experience with Fortune 100 companies has taught me to quickly analyze and define the problem, develop and sell solutions that work, and then deliver results. When I recently asked my supervisors, clients, peers, and teams what I’m best known for, they all said, “Getting stuff done, and getting it done right and on time.” In addition to deep IT infrastructure and systems development experience in Waterfall and Agile environments, I have also helped several teams make the transition between the two. I excel at managing the space between the business and the technologists. My first step: listening to stakeholders to understand all perspectives. This is absolutely key to gaining the trust of all parties and particularly critical in delivering complex software, hardware, and infrastructure programs in rapidly changing environments. To consistently exceed business objectives, leaders need to win the hearts and minds of their teams and stakeholders. I feel proud of my track record and reputation for developing creative solutions that people can get behind, while building a collaborative, team-focused approach that respects the contribution of all. My recent work has involved program managing: - Technology infrastructure - Data center migrations - Data center build and closures - Technology portfolio management - Agile and waterfall project delivery - Cloud migration strategy

Experience

  • Rewired at Steven Anders Consulting, LLC
    Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 11 mos

    Having an impact on my community through work in civic engagement, environmental causes, and bicycling advocacy. And having more time on my bike.

  • Capital One (12 yrs 8 mos)
    • Director, Cyber Business and Product Management
      Oct 2022 - Aug 2024 · 1 yr 11 mos

      Led Business Management function for Cyber Product Management organization. Improved Product Management functions, including product strategies, roadmapping, and product manager hiring and training functions.

    • Director, Cyber Portfolio and Business Management
      Jan 2018 - Oct 2022 · 4 yrs 10 mos

      Implemented agile, waterfall, and hybrid portfolio and business management processes for Cyber Governance and Risk organization. Developed and managed budget, staffing, and communications processes. Managed projects related to Multi-Factor Authentication and NIST Cyber Security Framework.

    • Director, Enterprise Services Risk Management
      Oct 2016 - Jan 2018 · 1 yr 4 mos

      Established enterprise-wide Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliance program. Managed efforts to scope, assess, remediate, and attest across multiple lines of business and shared internal services, for Cloud, On-Prem, and Hybrid environments.

  • Management and Systems Consultant at Steven Anders Consulting, LLC
    2009 - Jan 2012 · 3 yrs 1 mo

    Information Technology Strategy and Planning, Program Management: - Delivered complex information technology (IT) programs and software, hardware, and infrastructure efforts in rapidly changing environments - Teamed across IT organizations to solve high impact business problems

  • Senior Executive at Accenture
    Aug 1985 - Apr 2009 · 23 yrs 9 mos

    Specialized in program managing large, complex IT engagements telecommunications, government, and hospitality industries. Client: Verizon IT Strategy and Planning: 2003 - 2007: Data Center Consolidation, IT Budgeting Client: Verizon Wholesale Information Technology: 2001 - 2003: Merger integration, Program Management Client: Verizon Information Technology: 1990 - 2001: Billing and Customer Care Systems; Program Management, Testing, Development