Hi, I’m
Anthony Marc Fernandez
Chief Information Officer
Nuevo,CA
Summary
Visionary IT Leader and Strategic Innovator with over 17 years of experience driving business growth through technical advancements. Advanced from Service Technician to executive management, offering a unique perspective on IT operations. Expert in aligning technology strategy with corporate goals, ensuring regulatory compliance through advanced security measures.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
Work History
ALFA Business Inc.Riverside, California
Chief Information Officer (CIO) / General Manager
11.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Led strategic development of IT infrastructure, aligning with business growth objectives
- Architected multi-layered security solutions, integrating advanced technologies for real-time threat detection.
- Directed deployment and administration of security and enterprise platforms, improving operational transparency
- Acted as primary consultant for compliance, implementing robust security frameworks.
- Engineered scalable IT ecosystems, enabling rapid business growth and digital transformation.
ALFA Business Inc.Riverside, CA
Systems Administrator
08.2012 - 11.2016
Job overview
- Engineered and maintained secure network architectures with Cisco, SonicWall, NetGate, and FortiGate hardware, protecting client data and achieving 99.9% uptime.
- Managed deployment and administration of Sophos, McAfee, and Norton across enterprise environments, enhancing endpoint security and compliance.
- Designed and implemented scalable IT ecosystems for partner companies, enabling rapid business growth and supporting digital transformation initiatives.
TITUS ImagingOntario, California
Service Technician
12.2009 - 08.2012
Job overview
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in diverse equipment to restore functionality and minimize downtime.
- Performed routine maintenance on tools and systems to enhance reliability and extend lifespan.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex service challenges effectively.
- Maintained comprehensive records of service activities and repairs for future reference.
- Assisted customers with inquiries, clarifying service options to ensure informed decision-making.
Education
University of PhoenixOnline
Master of Science from Information Systems
01-2014
University Overview
- 2014 - Dean's List
- Graduated summa cum laude
- Captain of Tech Nodes for the War Games Cyber Penetration Competition
- Focused on advanced cybersecurity and strategic IT management
Westwood CollegeUpland
Bachelor of Science from Computer Science
01-2012
University Overview
- Graduated magna cum laude
Skills
- Leadership
- Team Management
- Strategic IT Planning
- Advanced Network Security
- Technical Innovation
- Cybersecurity design
- Risk Mitigation
- HIPAA Compliance
- PCI-DSS Compliance
- SOC2 Compliance
- Vendor Management
- Budget Management
- Project management
- Lifecycle Management
- ERP Deployment
- CRM Deployment
- Microsoft Dynamics
- O365
- Azure
- Windows Server
- Active Directory
- VMware
- Hyper-V
- EDR Solutions
- MDR Solutions
- Threat Hunting
- Perimeter Security
- Network security
- VPN
- MFA
- Encryption
Core Competencies
Strategic Planning, Budgeting (CAPEX/OPEX), Vendor Management, ERP & CRM Deployment (E-automate, Epicor, Salesforce), Lifecycle Management (ITAM), Deployment of EDR/MDR solutions, Threat Hunting, Perimeter Security, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC2 Compliance, Data Privacy, Risk Mitigation
Technical Profile
E-automate, Epicor, Sage, Salesforce, HubSpot, Microsoft Dynamics, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Sophos, McAfee, Norton, Cisco, SonicWall, NetGate (pfSense), FortiGate, VPN, MFA, Encryption, Windows Server (2012-2022), Active Directory, VMware/Hyper-V, O365/Azure, VOIP services, RingCentral, 8x8, Skyswitch, NetSapiens
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Chief Information Officer (CIO) / General Manager
ALFA Business Inc.
11.2016 - Current
Systems Administrator
ALFA Business Inc.
08.2012 - 11.2016
Service Technician
TITUS Imaging
12.2009 - 08.2012
University of Phoenix
Master of Science from Information Systems
Westwood College
Bachelor of Science from Computer Science