Charles Washington
Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Fredericksburg,VA
Summary
Strategic Chief Information Officer with 15 years of experience. Adept at large data analytics and data security. Committed to leading a team of efficient IT workers and keeping up to date on modern technologies. Chief Technology Officer with a well-established knowledge of implementing effective disaster recovery planning. Remains calm and focused even under pressure. Looking to bring further success to a progressive organization through a well-developed skill set and a proactive demeanor.
Results-driven IT professional with notable success in planning, analysis and implementation of security initiatives. Strengths in providing comprehensive network design and security frameworks. Effective Chief Technology Officer offering excellent skills in business continuity planning and analytics. Over 15 years in executive leadership of information technology support operations within Federal Government. Executive team member dedicated to providing advanced system support, infrastructure and tools to corporate structure. Forward-thinking professional offering more than 25 years of experience working in fast-paced technology environments. History driving technology improvements while managing costs to meet budget limitations. Highly adaptable Chief Technology Officer simultaneously excelled at system-level architectural design and program-specific implementation. Information System Technology program development and accelerated schedule rollout while adhering to budget parameters. Maintained intimate familiarity with global technological trends while displaying superb team leadership and collaborative partnership skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Information Security Officer/Chief Technology Officer
U.S Access Board
Washington, DC
08.2007 - Current
- Compiled and submitted monthly and yearly technical reports.
- Briefed executive team on technology risks and recommended methods to remedy problems.
- Managed the transformation of the company's IT infrastructure and established the technical vision as a senior IT leader.
- Managed third-party vendors and client IT teams to effectively and efficiently deliver solutions.
- Managed helpdesk management systems to increase internal customer service.
- Managed multiple projects with team members tasked with developing and steering operations and process improvements.
- Developed IT strategies and set into place all infrastructure policies.
- Created business continuity plan to protect data in event of natural disaster or long-term outage.
- Designed, implemented and maintained security systems and controls.
- Made recommendations to improve security procedures and systems.
- Collaborated with and mentored technology staff, promoting synergetic partnerships, credibility and teamwork.
- Developed and implemented short and long-term technology programs to determine performance measurements, outcomes and investment needs.
- Identified issues and resolved problems with hardware and software to improve end-user experience.
- Coordinated, managed and prepared RFPs and RFQs for purchasing department, recommending software and hardware specifications.
- Streamlined mobile and cloud-based computing through blend of efficient and effective applications with ongoing reliability testing.
- Orchestrated high-level IT vendor relationships, selecting voice, data and other providers in addition to verifying and maintaining advantageous service level agreements.
- Directed global network infrastructure strategy, guiding network installations in multiple locations and connecting facilities.
- Oversaw various IT staff, personalizing oversight to create positive working relationships and effective management structures.
- Designed contingency planning, formal training and employee development plan to increase staff quality performance.
- Formed and reinforced third-party relationships with IT leaders at allied organizations, providing opportunities for joint ventures and collaborative products.
- Achieved client vision and objectives through effective strategy development and execution in coordination with management teams.
- Reviewed network policies and infrastructure to evaluate sub-optimal areas and develop solutions.
- Delivered consistent and quality mentoring, training and onboarding for teams of contractors and staff members.
- Oversaw all IT projects, including requirements analysis, milestone management and stakeholder relations.
- Supervised transformation of company's IT infrastructure and established technical vision as senior IT leader.
- Regularly tested security technologies and implemented network penetration assessment tools.
- Implemented hardware tracking system, managed team of [Number] and built enterprise data warehouses.
- Maintained vast knowledgebase of all key and current technologies, platforms and trends.
- Managed organization's security posture by monitoring networks for potential threats, including cyber espionage, malware and internal sabotage.
- Advanced technical features and improved performance of network hardware.
- Designed and implemented plans to secure computer files against breach, destruction or accidental modification.
- Audited networks and security systems to identify vulnerabilities.
- Analyzed security procedure violations and developed plans to prevent recurrence.
- Analyzed system risk to identify and implement appropriate security countermeasures.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
- Defined strategies and created a plan to achieve ambitious operational objectives.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Information Technology
The SANS Technology Institute
Bethesda, MDCybersecurity
Training Camp
Fairfax, VASkills
- Strategic Planning
- Managing Multiple Projects
- Scrum Methodology
- Leading Projects
- Information Technology Management
- Compliance Risk Management
- NIST Security Standards and Risk Management Framework
- Cyber Security Strategy
- Roadmap Planning and Prioritization
- Cloud Technologies
- Analytics and problem resolution
- Team leadership
- Oral and written communications
- Compliance and regulations
- Project management
- Cybersecurity analysis
- Technology development
Work Preference
Work Location
HybridTimeline
Chief Information Security Officer/Chief Technology Officer
U.S Access Board
08.2007 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Information Technology
The SANS Technology Institute
Cybersecurity
Training Camp
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