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Benjamin Styka

South Haven,MI

Summary

Driven and adaptable IT professional with experience supporting and enhancing enterprise IT operations across cybersecurity, infrastructure, and process optimization. Proven track record in managing large-scale, virtualized environments with over 40,000 VDI machines, and deploying security tools to thousands of devices. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams to implement solutions like Kanban Box and Microsoft Sensitivity Labeling, while developing incident response plans aligned with NIST standards for a $20B organization. Adept at vendor management, stakeholder engagement, and driving adoption of privacy and security technologies. Strong communicator and natural leader, committed to continuous learning and delivering impactful results.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Leadership Development Associate - Rotation 2

Parker Hannifin Corp.
Richland, Michigan
06.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with a high-performance team to implement Kanban Box, enhancing SAP readiness within the division.
  • Oversaw IT support ticket queue management using ServiceNow, providing efficient technical assistance to end-users across three sites.
  • Led initiatives to upgrade IT infrastructure, including conference room AV systems, security cameras, and printer enhancements, improving overall operational efficiency.

Leadership Development Associate - Rotation 1

Parker Hannifin Corp.
Cleveland, Ohio
06.2024 - 06.2025
  • Expanded the Microsoft Sensitivity Labeling pilot user base from ~300 to ~1,500 members within six months, driving broader adoption and awareness.
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive Incident Response Plan aligned with NIST 800-171 IR domain controls, enhancing the security posture of a $20 billion enterprise.
  • Directed vendor engagements, product demonstrations, and Proof of Concepts for a cutting-edge Privacy by Design solution, facilitating informed decision-making.

Virtual Desktop Platform - Intern

Indiana University Health
Indianapolis, Indiana
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Developed and deployed a Simple Certificate Enrollment Protocol (SCEP) tool across approximately 26,000 thin-client devices, improving device security and certificate management.
  • Supported a large-scale virtualized environment of over 40,000 VDI virtual machines on thin clients, overseeing master image management, deployments, and maintenance to ensure optimal user access and system performance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Technology

Purdue University
West Lafayette
05-2024

Skills

Leadership and communication

  • Leadership Communication
  • Willingness to learn Adaptability

Cybersecurity and compliance

  • Data Protection Data Privacy Incident Response
  • CMMC 20 (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification)
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)

Technical Skills:

  • Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
  • Managed Security Services (MSS)
  • Microsoft Purview
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Active Roles (IAM)
  • SQL Python C
  • Delinea

Timeline

Leadership Development Associate - Rotation 2

Parker Hannifin Corp.
06.2025 - Current

Leadership Development Associate - Rotation 1

Parker Hannifin Corp.
06.2024 - 06.2025

Virtual Desktop Platform - Intern

Indiana University Health
05.2023 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Technology

Purdue University