Warren van der Merwe

Technical Program Manager - Compliance, Security and Risk Management

Purcellville, Virginia, United States

About

A seasoned business solutions expert and results driven manager with previous experience in all areas of IT, from hardware, networking and firewalls to software architecture. I have been involved with the emergency services in Africa, Europe and the US experiencing firsthand, the operational effectiveness of how certain technology can assist and make a difference in mission critical applications. I truly enjoy consulting, sitting with his clients and understanding their requirements and challenges while assisting in the delivery of a solution that is most effective. I thrive in environments where I am given the latitude to establish growth and strategies while bringing together and empowering teams to achieve extraordinary results. Throughout my career I have gained a wealth of knowledge in developing and executing business plans, and brand marketing strategies, while always seeking out new opportunities to redefine corporate objectives. I am best known for my high level of creativity, working under pressure, and for a passion to improve operational effectiveness and efficiency by researching and implementing best practices. I also possess strong leadership skills with sound budgetary, business planning and people management experience. Areas of Expertise: ✔ Software & Business Development ✔ Technical Consulting ✔ Physical Security ✔ Product Management ✔ Project Management ✔ Leadership ✔ Client Relations I am also a volunteer firefighter, qualified as a Fire Fighter, EMT, Driver Operator and Officer within Loudoun County, Virginia

Experience

  • Technical Program Manager - Compliance, Security and Risk Management at Google
    Jan 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 6 mos

  • Co-Founder at Loudoun County Fiber, LLC
    May 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 2 mos

  • Founder at Hamble Creek Solutions LLC
    Dec 2019 - Jan 2022 · 2 yrs 2 mos

    Providing integrated solutions for organizations to improve overall response to incidents.

  • TGI Group (Washington, District of Columbia, United States)
    • VP of Corporate IT
      Mar 2021 - Nov 2021 · 9 mos

    • Vice President Of Engineering (TRMS/Commercialization)
      Aug 2020 - Mar 2021 · 8 mos

  • CNL Software (7 yrs 8 mos)
    • Vice President - Business Development (Americas)
      Jun 2014 - Dec 2019 · 5 yrs 7 mos

      Working with Systems Integrators for Physical Security Information Management Solutions to provide a world class PSIM solution for their customers

    • Software Development Manager
      May 2012 - Jun 2014 · 2 yrs 2 mos