Charles Runyon
Brunswick,GA
Summary
Security and technology leader with 20 years of experience in the military and civilian sectors. Expert in team management, program execution, and IT solutions. MBA and master’s in leadership with a focus on Cybersecurity and Information Systems Management. An adaptable and flexible candidate seeking to enhance security programs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Global Information Security Manager
SunPower Solar
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Directed a team of five in SunPower's Security Operations, managing a $5M budget.
- Revamped SecOps Program for hybrid environments, reducing costs by 7%.
- Strengthened AppSec and Vulnerability Management, enhancing overall security posture.
- Implemented proactive measures, reducing security incidents and improving system stability.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure advanced security tools for effective risk mitigation.
- Mentored staff and conducted regular assessments to enhance network security.
Director of IT and Security (Enterprise ISO)
Sea Island Acquisitions, LLC
10.2020 - 02.2022
- IT leader overseeing both IT Service Management (ITSM) and Information Security, revitalized struggling IT program by providing clear direction and strategic leadership.
- Successfully established robust policies and procedures to ensure compliance with PCI and Privacy requirements, while simultaneously enhancing the effectiveness of ITSM and bolstering Information Security measures.
- Spearheaded the implementation of performance benchmarks and operational evaluations, resulting in a departmental reorganization that optimized processes across ITSM and Information Security domains.
- Achieved significant cost savings of $750,000 annually through streamlined operations, demonstrating tangible improvements in both efficiency and effectiveness.
- Led cultural shift from reactive mindset to a proactive approach, fostering a change of innovation and readiness to anticipate and mitigate potential risks proactively.
Enterprise Information Security Officer
Absencesoft
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Served as principal security leader for Absencesoft's executive team, aligning strategic security interests and crafting market-based roadmap.
- Spearheaded establishment of Absencesoft's enterprise security program from inception, securing critical assets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and strategically determining security costs for each target market. This initiative culminated in strategic pivot driven by customer acquisition cost analysis.
- Orchestrated alignment of frameworks across Data Privacy (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA), Information Security (NIST, ISO, HiTRUST), and Service Delivery (ITIL, SRE) domains, ensuring they harmonized to effectively meet both business objectives and compliance standards.
Agile Program Manager
Absencesoft
06.2019 - 10.2019
- Reported to VP of IT and led software development for a startup SaaS product, with no dedicated budget or direct reports
- Improved security, quality, and alignment with business goals by refactoring and scaling the product, incorporating security best practices, bug resolutions, and new features
- Managed SOWs, changes, and client concerns, ensuring secure design, software excellence, and site reliability
- Transitioned from Help Desk to software development, leading Scrum teams through the entire software development lifecycle
- Integrated ITSM best practices into software development efforts, connecting IT service delivery and business objectives.
Agile Software Development Project Manager (Contract Position)
Synergetics Inc.
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Managed Agile software development projects focusing on MVC architecture and backend consolidation of 4 disparate databases for USGS QSB IT modernization.
- Led cross-functional teams in designing, developing, and implementing modernized IT systems.
- Collaborated closely with stakeholders to define project objectives and priorities and utilized Azure DevOps and Agile methodologies to give client flexibility in modernization efforts.
- Oversaw project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
Cybersecurity Professional Services Manager
NETSource Inc.
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Managed diverse cybersecurity professional services across multiple industries, overseeing delivering tailored solutions.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their cybersecurity needs, delivering expert guidance and implementing cutting-edge technologies and processes.
- Consulted with clients on planning and execution of cybersecurity projects to enhance clients' security posture.
- Stayed updated on emerging threats and trends, integrating new methodologies to continuously improve service offerings.
Senior IT Project Manager (Contract Position)
Office of Information Technology
04.2017 - 11.2017
- Led initial phase HRWorks project to replace outdated Colorado Personnel Payroll System (CPPS) and consolidate agency HR systems.
- Managed transition from Kronos to CGI for time and leave tracking, resulting in projected savings of $7.0 million over two years.
- Oversaw budget appropriations totaling $6.0 million for first phase of new project to replace CPPS and implement modernized payroll system.
- Advocated for continued funding for HR modernization efforts, emphasizing benefits of agile methodology.
- Provided updates to Joint Technology Committee (JTC) on progress of payroll modernization project.
IT Program Manager (Contract Position)
Interactive LLC / NIC Inc.
01.2016 - 08.2016
- Supported enhancement of online licensing applications at Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) under Colorado Interactive.
- Facilitated successful transition to DORA’s e-License system for Divisions of Professions and Occupations, and Real Estate.
- Improved efficiency for 56,000+ licensed real estate professionals by enabling online submissions, account management, and license printing.
IT Project Manager III (Contract Position)
New Directions Technologies Inc.
05.2015 - 01.2016
- Played pivotal role in establishing Project Management Office (PMO) and implementing project tracking systems while concurrently managing 4 certification and accreditation projects utilizing NIST RMF as contractor with NDTI at NAVSEA Port Hueneme.
- Implemented more robust project management practices and tracking mechanisms to streamline operations and enhance project oversight, ensuring efficient execution and delivery.
- Successfully navigated certification and accreditation processes for 4 projects, adhering to rigorous NIST RMF standards and regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrated proactive leadership and a commitment to excellence in driving success of these projects while contributing to the establishment of a robust project management framework.
Education
Master of Science - Management Information Systems
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12.2023
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12.2023
MBA -
University of Denver
Denver, CO03.2018
Skills
- Application security
- Compliance Management
- Disaster Recovery Planning
- Intrusion Detection
- Network Security
- Information Governance
- Incident Response
- Threat Intelligence
- Security Architecture
- Cybersecurity Strategy
- SIEM management
- Data Loss Prevention
- Endpoint Protection
- Security Awareness Training
- Identity and Access Management
- Project lifecycle management
Certification
- CISSP, ISC2
- Enterprise Information Security, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
- CompTIA Secure Cloud Professional (Security + and Cloud +), CompTIA
- Stanford Certified Project Manager, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
- Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI
- Business Intelligence and Analytics, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Timeline
Global Information Security Manager
SunPower Solar
04.2022 - 07.2023
Director of IT and Security (Enterprise ISO)
Sea Island Acquisitions, LLC
10.2020 - 02.2022
Enterprise Information Security Officer
Absencesoft
06.2019 - 04.2020
Agile Program Manager
Absencesoft
06.2019 - 10.2019
Agile Software Development Project Manager (Contract Position)
Synergetics Inc.
05.2018 - 06.2019
Cybersecurity Professional Services Manager
NETSource Inc.
01.2018 - 05.2018
Senior IT Project Manager (Contract Position)
Office of Information Technology
04.2017 - 11.2017
IT Program Manager (Contract Position)
Interactive LLC / NIC Inc.
01.2016 - 08.2016
IT Project Manager III (Contract Position)
New Directions Technologies Inc.
05.2015 - 01.2016
Master of Science - Management Information Systems
University of Arizona
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
University of Arizona
MBA -
University of Denver
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