Jagtar Sohal
Canton,MI
Summary
Dynamic technology executive with a proven track record in driving strategic initiatives, leading digital transformations, and boosting financial and operational performance. Specializes in overseeing multimillion-dollar projects, achieving cost reductions, and fostering revenue growth, with a keen focus on cybersecurity and cross-functional team leadership. Eager to leverage strategic vision and deep technical expertise to drive organizational growth and innovation in a senior IT executive position.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Information Security Officer
Inveniam
01.2023 - Current
- Directed cybersecurity strategy, reducing breaches by 90% over 12 months through a robust risk management framework and continuous evaluation of advanced threat protection technologies.
- Implemented a company-wide cybersecurity strategy, thwarting 500+ potential breaches annually with threat detection software, training protocols, and compliance standards.
- Overhauled IT infrastructure and policies across 8 departments, resulting in a 50% decrease in reported incidents within one year.
- Deployed enterprise-wide firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and advanced threat analytics, reducing security breaches by 35%.
- Negotiated and managed vendor relationships, ensuring cost-effective procurement of security tools and services without compromising quality.
- Maintained strong relationships with executive leadership and stakeholders, providing regular security updates and strategic recommendations.
Director of Information Technology and Product Dev
Inveniam
05.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented technical application support and IT policies, increasing operational efficiency by 30%.
- Aligned technology priorities with business needs through analysis of department and functionality requirements.
- Established service level agreements for critical applications, consistently measuring performance against objectives.
- Directed the end-to-end redesign and deployment of enterprise IT infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency by 30% and supporting product development for over 25 software products.
- Integrated enterprise-wide IT infrastructure and software development practices, serving over 2000 users and reducing operational costs by 15%.
- Managed the annual IT and product development budget, achieving a 15% cost savings through efficient resource management.
Senior Information Technology Manager
Centria Healthcare
02.2019 - 05.2022
- Implemented an enterprise security strategy ahead of schedule, reducing security breaches.
- Optimized IT spending, reducing reliance on vendors and saving $100,000 annually.
- Led a high-performing department through exceptional leadership, training, and mentoring.
- Conducted detailed network security assessments and implemented effective solutions.
- Ensured compliance and established cost-saving measures through software license audits.
- Negotiated software support contracts, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Monitored and optimized information processing, identifying and resolving operational inefficiencies.
- Managed schedules and ensured seamless support coverage.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided superior training and leadership.
- Streamlined support operations with a ticketing system, reducing resolution time by 30%.
- Trained and mentored a team of 20, improving individual performance by 20% and achieving 95% customer satisfaction ratings.
Technology Support Analyst
Centria Healthcare
02.2016 - 02.2019
- Engineered an automated script for software updates on 500+ workstations, reducing manual deployment time by 75% and system vulnerabilities.
- Managed the corporate-wide migration to Windows 10 for over 500 workstations, ensuring zero downtime and enhancing security and productivity.
- Configured hardware, devices, and software for optimal workstation performance.
- Collaborated with vendors to resolve issues and improve software functionality.
- Efficiently managed support requests using advanced ticketing systems.
- Demonstrated expertise in setting up and maintaining PCs, Apple desktops, laptops, and mobile devices.
Education
Master of Science - Information Technology
Lawrence Technological University
Southfield, MI12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Michigan - Dearborn
Dearborn, MI05.2018
Associate of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI12.2015
Skills
Technical Leadership:
Technology Strategy Development, IT Infrastructure Management, Enterprise Architecture Planning, Cloud Computing (O365, Azure, AWS, G Suite), MDM (MaaS360, Intune, Jamf), Cybersecurity and Information Security, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
Strategic & Operational Leadership:
Digital Transformation, IT Governance and Risk Management, IT Project Portfolio Management, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery, IT Budgeting and Financial Management, IT Compliance and Regulatory Standards
Team & Stakeholder Management:
Vendor Management, Contract Negotiation, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Team Leadership, and Talent Development
Certification
- Foundations of Cybersecurity
- Foundations of Project Management
- CISCO CCNA
Involvement
American Leaders Society, Inc (Non Profit Org) - Chief Technology Officer
Chicago, IL
August 2023 - Current
- Spearheaded digital transformation initiatives, integrating AI and machine learning, resulting in a 50% increase in customer engagement and a projected annual revenue growth of 20%.
- Migrated enterprise data to cloud infrastructure, achieving a 30% cost reduction and a 15% increase in data retrieval efficiency while ensuring comprehensive security compliance.
- Overhauled IT infrastructure, reducing costs by 35% and improving system uptime to 99.9% through cloud solutions and advanced cybersecurity measures.
Timeline
Chief Information Security Officer
Inveniam
01.2023 - Current
Director of Information Technology and Product Dev
Inveniam
05.2022 - Current
Senior Information Technology Manager
Centria Healthcare
02.2019 - 05.2022
Technology Support Analyst
Centria Healthcare
02.2016 - 02.2019
Master of Science - Information Technology
Lawrence Technological University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Michigan - Dearborn
Associate of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Schoolcraft College
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