Dale Spuzzillo
Plano,TX
Summary
Dynamic IT Director with over 20 years of progressive leadership experience in enterprise IT strategy, infrastructure management, cybersecurity, and team development. Proven track record in aligning technology initiatives with business objectives, managing multi-million-dollar IT projects, and fostering high-performing teams. Expertise in modernizing legacy systems, deploying cloud solutions, and ensuring robust IT governance and compliance across diverse sectors. Skilled in optimizing security standards, enhancing planning processes, and executing effective systems implementation while maintaining a strong focus on disaster recovery planning and strategic roadmapping.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Director
OrthoMed Anesthesia
08.2024 - Current
- Led implementation of electronic health record systems, enhancing patient data accessibility and security.
- Developed IT strategy aligning technology initiatives with organizational goals, improving operational efficiency.
- Oversaw IT budget management, optimizing resource allocation for technology investments and projects.
- Directed cybersecurity protocols, safeguarding sensitive patient information from potential threats and breaches.
- Mentored IT team members, fostering professional development and ensuring high-performance standards.
- Evaluated new technologies for integration, streamlining workflows and reducing operational redundancies across departments.
- Established disaster recovery plans, ensuring business continuity in the event of system failures or data loss.
- Enhanced IT infrastructure by implementing strategic technology upgrades and streamlining system processes.
- Implemented cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive company data and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing cost-effective services for the organization''s IT needs.
- Established IT policies and procedures, fostering a secure and efficient work environment for all employees.
- Managed the procurement process for IT hardware and software, ensuring the timely delivery of necessary equipment to support ongoing projects.
- Developed comprehensive disaster recovery plans, ensuring business continuity in case of unforeseen events or emergencies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to provide optimal technology support for various departments within the company.
- Developed performance metrics to evaluate IT department success and identify areas for potential improvement.
- Coordinated large-scale technology migrations to minimize disruption while enhancing overall system capabilities.
- Identified computer hardware and network system issues, performing troubleshooting techniques for remediation.
- Led technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
- Managed life cycle replacement of hardware and software.
- Analyzed network security and current infrastructure, assessing areas in need of improvement.
IT Director
Clearspan Communications
09.2020 - 09.2023
- Managed a team of IT professionals, providing mentorship and guidance to boost productivity and ensure project success.
- Managed the procurement process for IT hardware and software, ensuring timely delivery of necessary equipment to support ongoing projects.
- Oversaw budget management for the IT department, allocating resources effectively while minimizing costs where possible.
- Conducted regular audits of hardware inventory to ensure proper asset management across the organization''s technology infrastructure.
- Spearheaded the development and implementation of innovative software solutions, resulting in increased operational efficiency.
- Evaluated emerging technologies for their potential impact on organizational goals, recommending viable solutions as needed.
- Reduced downtime and improved overall system performance by proactively addressing potential issues with network maintenance.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the IT department through ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Implemented and maintained technology and software budget.
- Wrote strategic business plans outlining need for departmental information technology resources.
- Oversaw development and implementation of improvements to support network operations.
- Liaised with other departments to minimize network interruptions and possible downtimes.
- Oversaw IT budget management, optimizing resource allocation for technology investments and projects.
- Developed IT strategy aligning technology initiatives with organizational goals, improving operational efficiency.
- Directed cybersecurity protocols, safeguarding sensitive patient information from potential threats and breaches.
- Mentored IT team members, fostering professional development and ensuring high-performance standards.
- Enhanced IT infrastructure by implementing strategic technology upgrades and streamlining system processes.
- Established disaster recovery plans, ensuring business continuity in the event of system failures or data loss.
- Implemented cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive company data and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing cost-effective services for the organization''s IT needs.
- Established IT policies and procedures, fostering a secure and efficient work environment for all employees.
- Developed comprehensive disaster recovery plans, ensuring business continuity in case of unforeseen events or emergencies.
IT Director
Good Sportsman Marketing
12.2017 - 06.2020
- Optimized existing systems through regular evaluations, making necessary adjustments to improve functionality and user experience.
- Facilitated seamless communication between IT personnel and other departments, promoting collaboration on key projects.
- Coordinated secure system access of users to various department systems and platforms.
- Evaluated new technologies for integration, streamlining workflows and reducing operational redundancies across departments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to provide optimal technology support for various departments within the company.
- Developed performance metrics to evaluate IT department success and identify areas for potential improvement.
- Identified computer hardware and network system issues, performing troubleshooting techniques for remediation.
- Led technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
- Managed life cycle replacement of hardware and software.
- Analyzed network security and current infrastructure, assessing areas in need of improvement.
- Managed the procurement process for IT hardware and software, ensuring timely delivery of necessary equipment to support ongoing projects.
- Oversaw budget management for the IT department, allocating resources effectively while minimizing costs where possible.
- Implemented and maintained technology and software budget.
- Oversaw development and implementation of improvements to support network operations.
- Enhanced IT infrastructure by implementing strategic technology upgrades and streamlining system processes.
Owner / Operator
Pyramidion Technologies, LLC
07.2007 - 11.2017
- Managed Services Provider in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
- IT consulting and Network Installation business
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scopes, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Developed and implemented cybersecurity protocols to enhance data protection and mitigate risks.
- Mentored junior consultants on best practices for technology integration and project management methodologies.
- Streamlined processes by introducing automation tools, reducing manual workloads, and improving efficiency.
- Evaluated emerging technologies, providing strategic recommendations to improve service delivery and competitiveness.
- Established strong relationships with vendors for cost-effective sourcing of cutting-edge hardware and software solutions that met clients'' needs effectively.
- Developed detailed project scopes outlining objectives, timelines, deliverables, and resources needed to complete initiatives within set parameters.
- Evaluated project requirements and specifications and developed software applications that surpassed client expectations.
- Led project teams in the successful completion of complex IT projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Enhanced system efficiency by implementing innovative IT solutions and optimizing existing processes.
- Conducted regular quality assurance checks to identify and resolve any potential issues before they impacted end-users or system performance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
University of North Texas
06-1991
MCSE Certificate - IT Network Security
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, Texas, TX08-2005
Skills
- Network security oversight
- Software management
- Technical troubleshooting
- Technical support management
- IT financial management
- Network systems administration
- Network architecture
- IT continuity management
- Expertise in virtualization technologies
- Management of technology systems
- Proficient in risk mitigation
- IT governance policy creation
- Management of IT stakeholders
- ITIL framework
- IT service management
- IT operations management
- IT strategy development
- Infrastructure planning
- Infrastructure development
- Equipment procurement
- Business process improvement
- Department management
- Disaster recovery management
Certification
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) Southern Methodist University, 2005
Timeline
IT Director
OrthoMed Anesthesia
08.2024 - Current
IT Director
Clearspan Communications
09.2020 - 09.2023
IT Director
Good Sportsman Marketing
12.2017 - 06.2020
Owner / Operator
Pyramidion Technologies, LLC
07.2007 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
University of North Texas
MCSE Certificate - IT Network Security
Southern Methodist University
Core Competencies
- Director, VP, C-level leadership
- IT Strategy & Design
- Technical Architecture & Implementation
- Cloud Infrastructures & Architecture of Network Management
- Cybersecurity & Compliance (HIPAA, HL7, NIST, SOC 2)
- Budgeting & Vendor Management
- ERP, PHIMED / CRM Systems (SAP, Salesforce)
- DevOps & Agile Methodologies
- Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
- Digital Transformation Initiatives
Professional Highlights
- Reduced infrastructure costs by $1.2M through virtualization and hybrid strategies.
- Consistently achieved 99 % uptime across enterprise platforms for five consecutive years.
- Built and led cross-functional IT teams recognized for innovation and superior support.