Executive Summary
Over 15 years of experience managing and collaborating with cross-functional teams in spearheading enterprise initiatives that have not only enhanced operations but have transformed organizations. My approach is simple: combine innovative thinking and strategic planning with collaboration and communication to deliver results that exceed expectations.
Key Highlights
Innovative IT Leader: Passionate about using technology to drive business growth. With over 15 years of leading IT teams, I focus on creating processes that foster collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. My expertise includes developing enterprise-wide initiatives, managing technical and non-technical teams, achieving system uptimes over 99.9%, and delivering projects on time and under budget.
Cybersecurity Expertise: Driven by a passion for protecting organizations from cyber threats. I create comprehensive information security plans that safeguard assets and foster a culture of security awareness. I’ve led teams in developing robust incident response plans, reducing risk exposure by over 50%, and ensuring compliance with standards like NIST, GLBA, PCI, SOX, BSA, CISA, and FFIEC.
Risk Management & Compliance Specialist: Experienced in identifying, assessing, and mitigating organizational risks. I ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards by working closely with cross-functional teams to implement effective risk management strategies.
Physical Security & Facilities Strategist: Committed to creating safe and secure work environments that enhance employee satisfaction and productivity. I develop effective security protocols, streamline facilities operations, and promote a culture of responsibility through communication and training programs.
Employment History
Chief Information Officer and Chief Security Officer, SVP, First Fed Bank/FNWB, Port Angeles, WA
Information Technology Manager, VP, First Federal Savings and Loan Assoc of Port Angeles, WA
VP of Operations and Technology, JB Heating and Sheetmetal, Hayden, ID
Director of Information Technology, Auto Safety House LLC, Phoenix, AZ
Education
Graduate School of Banking, Pacific Coast Banking School at University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Bachelor of Science, Business – IT Management, Western Governors University, Seattle, WA
Associate of Arts, University of Alaska, Anchorage, AK
Certifications
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), ISC2
Certified Community Bank Security Officer (CCBSO), Bank Security Institute
Leadership Certificate, University of Washington
Project+ Certification, CompTIA
Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Database Administration
Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Networking Fundamentals
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
A+ Microcomputer Support and Services Certified, CompTIA
FCC General Radiotelephone Operator’s License (GROL)
FCC Amateur Radio License (Technician)
Military Service
U.S. Navy Veteran – In-Flight Avionics Technician/Naval Aircrewman