ARNOLD SLAUGHTER
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Network Engineering and Cloud Infrastructure leader with extensive experience driving enterprise SD-WAN transformations and achieving 95% cloud adoption. Specializes in infrastructure modernization and operational reliability, guiding complex technology implementations while managing cross-functional teams to deliver strategic solutions aligned with organizational goals.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Network Engineering Manager
KING & SPALDING
Atlanta, GA
06.2018 - Current
- Lead enterprise network engineering and infrastructure modernization initiatives for a global law firm, with responsibility for network transformation, cloud migration, wireless infrastructure, office technology, infrastructure optimization, and operational reliability.
- Recently completed an enterprise SD-WAN migration utilizing Cisco cEdge technology, modernizing network connectivity and improving scalability and manageability.
- Led migration of four data centers to Microsoft Azure, supporting the firm's broader cloud transformation and infrastructure modernization strategy.
- Migrated approximately 95% of firm's operations to cloud, advancing enterprise cloud adoption and modernization objectives.
- Completed a comprehensive migration to enterprise wireless connectivity for office users, modernizing the user network experience and supporting a more mobile workplace.
- Designed network architectures and infrastructure solutions for 13 office moves and new locations, coordinating connectivity and technology deployment.
- Delivered approximately $10 million in savings on Cisco licensing and subscription fees by analyzing actual technology utilization and aligning licensing requirements with business needs rather than accepting standard Cisco offerings.
- Led efforts to optimize IT environment post-SD-WAN, data-center, and cloud transformations, focusing on performance, scalability, reliability, cost efficiency, and operational excellence.
- Lead complex infrastructure initiatives from strategy and architecture through implementation, migration, optimization, and ongoing operations.
IT Manager – Delta Connection Development
DELTA AIR LINES
06.2017 - Current
- Led design, implementation, support, and management of technology solutions and infrastructure for Delta Connection carrier operations, overseeing 5 employees and 10 contractors.
- Led technology initiatives in application development, infrastructure remediation, enterprise integration, and operational reliability to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Directed development of a Reliability Index application designed to capture delays and cancellations and leverage operational data to improve reliability.
- Completed first phase of major application and infrastructure remediation project, laying groundwork for subsequent enhancements.
- Partner with business, technology, and operational stakeholders to translate complex requirements into scalable technology solutions.
IT Manager – Project Delivery Office
DELTA AIR LINES
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Led a team of 114 Project Managers responsible for development and implementation of approximately $300 million in enterprise IT projects.
- Provided strategic leadership for complex technology programs, aligning multiple business and technical organizations to achieve project goals.
- Partnered with IT leadership and resource managers to address resource constraints and project conflicts, ensuring timely delivery amid competing priorities.
- Directed PMO organization for two months, overseeing project delivery and aligning team efforts with organizational objectives.
IT Manager – Technical Operations Center Application Development
DELTA AIR LINES
03.2010 - 09.2015
- Led a multi-year modernization effort migrating a critical maintenance platform from mainframe technology to PC/web architecture and ultimately mobile platforms.
- Developed enterprise design approach for mobile applications, delivering a mobile tablet application utilizing HTML5, JavaScript/CSS, and AngularJS to improve user accessibility.
- Designed and implemented an aircraft damage capture solution incorporating photographs, diagrams, and attachments; reduced damage research from several hours to a few minutes.
- Led modernization of technology for Delta's Technical Operations Line Maintenance organization, overseeing 12 employees and 29 contractors to enhance operational capabilities.
- Led successful integration of pre-merger Delta and Northwest fleet maintenance applications into a single end-state environment.
IT Network Engineering Manager – LAN
DELTA AIR LINES
07.2008 - 03.2010
- Led the design, implementation, support, and management of Delta Air Lines' large-scale Cisco enterprise LAN environment consisting of more than 4,000 network devices.
- Maintained network reliability of 99.999% uptime in a globally distributed enterprise environment.
- Led rapid integration of legacy Northwest and Delta network environments, achieving seamless connectivity in under 30 days.
- Consolidated network environments across 150+ airport, cargo, maintenance, and back-office locations worldwide.
- Managed strategic Cisco relationship, overseeing vendor management and negotiating multi-million-dollar technology contract to enhance service delivery.
- Implemented consolidated enterprise DNS and DHCP infrastructure using Infoblox, improving network functionality across workstations in combined enterprise.
- Led implementation of network multicasting with application engineering teams to solve complex operational requirements.
IT Network Security Manager
DELTA AIR LINES
06.2005 - 07.2008
- Led enterprise network security architecture, implementation, support, and deployment of technologies protecting Delta information assets.
- Implemented centralized enterprise firewall infrastructure, successfully migrating 100+ firewalls into unified management for improved security oversight.
- Developed enterprise security standards and processes aligned with corporate security policies to enhance overall security posture.
- Designed and implemented SSL/VPN infrastructure supporting internal portal and remote network access.
- Contributed to initial network and security architecture development for Delta.com, establishing a secure platform for online operations.
Application Development Manager – Revenue Management & Pricing
DELTA TECHNOLOGY, INC.
07.2000 - 06.2005
- Led development and maintenance of pricing and revenue-management decision-support applications for Delta Air Lines, enhancing pricing strategies.
- Developed applications to align customer demand with virtual inventory buckets, improving accuracy of revenue-management forecasting.
- Leveraged historical data and large-scale data processing to enhance optimization and forecasting engines, informing strategic decision-making.
Senior Business Analyst
DELTA TECHNOLOGY, INC.
11.1997 - 07.2000
- Supported Delta Air Lines revenue-management systems and pricing applications to enhance pricing strategy effectiveness.
- Analyzed business processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather and document requirements.
- Designed and implemented data models to support business intelligence initiatives.
Management Roles
AMERICAN PRESIDENT LINES
01.1991 - 11.1997
- Oversaw daily operations of the department to ensure smooth workflow.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Lieutenant – Division Officer
UNITED STATES NAVY
06.1986 - 07.1990
- Supervised and trained 20–30 personnel to enhance operational readiness.
- Managed operations and maintenance of shipboard weapons systems to ensure mission capability.
- Led naval operations ensuring mission readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Directed training programs for junior officers and enlisted personnel.
- Coordinated logistics for deployment and resource allocation across units.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Mississippi
01-1986
Skills
- Network engineering leadership
- Cisco SD-WAN
- SD-WAN implementation
- Azure cloud migration
- Cloud migration strategy
- Data center modernization
- Enterprise Network Architecture
- Routing & Switching
- Wireless Network Infrastructure
- Network security protection
- Enterprise architecture strategy
- Program and project leadership
- Vendor management
Personal Information
Title: NETWORK ENGINEERING | CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE | SD-WAN | NETWORK SECURITY | TECHNOLOGY LEADERSHIP
SELECTED LEADERSHIP & TRANSFORMATION HIGHLIGHTS
- Cloud & Infrastructure: Four data centers migrated to Azure; approximately 95% of firm operations migrated to the cloud; ongoing infrastructure optimization.
- Network Transformation: Cisco cEdge SD-WAN migration and enterprise wireless modernization; network architecture for 13 office moves/new offices.
- Cost Optimization: Approximately $10M in Cisco licensing and subscription savings through utilization-based optimization.
- Enterprise Networking: 4,000+ Cisco network devices; 99.999% uptime; infrastructure consolidation across 150+ worldwide locations.
- Security: Centralized management of 100+ enterprise firewalls; SSL/VPN infrastructure; enterprise security standards.
- Program Leadership: Leadership of organizations ranging from engineering teams to 114 project managers; approximately $300M technology portfolio.
Timeline
Network Engineering Manager
KING & SPALDING
06.2018 - Current
IT Manager – Delta Connection Development
DELTA AIR LINES
06.2017 - Current
IT Manager – Project Delivery Office
DELTA AIR LINES
09.2015 - 05.2017
IT Manager – Technical Operations Center Application Development
DELTA AIR LINES
03.2010 - 09.2015
IT Network Engineering Manager – LAN
DELTA AIR LINES
07.2008 - 03.2010
IT Network Security Manager
DELTA AIR LINES
06.2005 - 07.2008
Application Development Manager – Revenue Management & Pricing
DELTA TECHNOLOGY, INC.
07.2000 - 06.2005
Senior Business Analyst
DELTA TECHNOLOGY, INC.
11.1997 - 07.2000
Management Roles
AMERICAN PRESIDENT LINES
01.1991 - 11.1997
Lieutenant – Division Officer
UNITED STATES NAVY
06.1986 - 07.1990
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Mississippi