Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day activities. Strong problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. IT Service Support Manager
ZIONS BANCORPORATION
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
01.2022 - Current
Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of IT Service Management processes and practices within the organization
Lead a team responsible for the design, documentation, and implementation of ITSM processes, including Incident Management, Problem Management, Change Management, and Release Management
Develop and maintain ITSM policies, standards, and procedures to ensure alignment with industry best practices and organizational objectives
Monitor and analyze IT service performance data to identify trends, issues, and key risk and performance indicators
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and reliability of ITSM processes and services
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify root cause and corrective actions for major incidents
Service as a subject matter expert on ITSM principles, frameworks, and methodologies, providing advice and support to stakeholders across the organization
Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to ITSM team members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence.
Cyber Resiliency Analyst
ZIONS BANCORPORATION
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
01.2018 - 01.2020
Established collaboration sessions with Enterprise Business Continuity and the Disaster Recovery groups to increase resiliency
Planed and structured Cyber Resiliency Exercises including executive and associate tabletops
Evaluated and selected vendors to build executive tabletop exercises
Evaluated and recommend a vendor for incident response retainer
Created and maintained playbooks for cyber events
Respond to incidents and alerts in Service Now and SPLUNK
Worked emails to resolution in the Abuse Phishing box
Provided technical support and Project Management work to onboard an MSSP
Created a Cyber Event Scorecard to provide objectivity when assessing severity of cyber incidents
Evaluated and developed a Ransomware Response Procedure
Evaluate and recommend a vendor for a cyber range engagement
Assist with development and tracking of training for members of the CSOC.
Plan, manage, and coordinate the implementation of projects and identify customer's information system requirements
Develop appropriate system testing strategies, plans, and scenarios for disaster recovery environments
Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables
Identify, assemble, and coordinate project staff
Provide direction and support to project team, schedule timelines, and track deliverables
Develop and coordinate project progress, including creation of weekly reports defining problems and solutions
Report ongoing progress to all stakeholders
Implement and follow rigid change control processes
Evaluate project results and assess lessons
Mentor other project managers.
Automation Systems Engineer II
ZIONS BANCORPORATION
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
01.2012 - 01.2013
Installed, administrated, upgraded, and configured the BladeLogic application
Configured and supported automated patching jobs for Windows, Solaris, AIX, and Linux systems
Using the BladeLogic application, automated daily tasks, including the rollout of disparate software agents, packages, and scripts
Mentored BladeLogic users
Troubleshot technical issues
Managed disaster recovery testing of BladeLogic and adhered to regulatory requirements related to such testing
Provided project management expertise for SSA Roadmap projects
Created and managed project plans provided feedback and updates to management and ensured Road Map projects were completed on target.
UNIX Engineer
ZIONS BANCORPORATION
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
01.2006 - 01.2012
Installed software, hotfixes, and patches for Solaris servers, as well as the applications residing on the servers
Managed file systems
Monitored performance using Nimsoft Alerts
Troubleshot system errors
Configured applications to include new customers
Managed applications with WebLogic.
Software Support Analyst II
ZIONS BANCORPORATION
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
01.2002 - 01.2006
Built file transmission jobs between mainframe, Windows, and UNIX servers using the following transmission protocols: Connect Direct, Xmodem, Zmodem, Async, BiSync, FTP and SFTP
Migrated customers off older technologies, thereby ensuring compliance with corporate policy and procedure
Supported external customers in troubleshooting transmission problems
Trained support analysts on technical issues, diagnostic methods, and potential solutions.
Computer Operations Manager
AMERICAN EXPRESS FINANCIAL SERVICES
MINNEAPOLIS
01.1999 - 01.2002
Hired, trained, and managed staff of 11 for Production Control, Tape Library, and Master Terminal Operators
Managed workflow and completion of mainframe batch cycles to meet SLAs
Ensured abends were resolved in a timely manner and procedures were documented
Validated operators followed corporate IT policies, procedures, and strategies to ensure compliance
Worked with staff to build leadership skills and develop career paths
Provided annual and semi-annual performance reviews for each staff member.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Western Governors University
06.2015
Skills
Technical support expertise
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Continuous Improvement
Staff Management
Project Management
Team Development
Performance Management
Work Planning and Prioritization
Certification
PMP: Project Management Professional
CSM: Certified SCRUM Master
CBRITP: Certified Business Resilience Information Technology Professional