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Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Timeline
References
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John Marinello
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John Marinello

Ponte Vedra,FL

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Director of Information TechnologyDirector of IS&TChief Technology Officer (Program Director)Sr Vice President /Director of Information TechnologyVice President /Director of U.S. IT Operations

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteHybrid
Location: Ponte Vedra, FL
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

160000/yr - 200000/yr

Important To Me

Company Culture

Summary

"First Hands On" IT leader with over 20 years of experience in digital transformation, infrastructure optimization, and cybersecurity enhancement. As a managed service provider, my teams helped to support technology solutions in healthcare, person-centered care environments, and child and family services. With expertise in building high-performance teams and executing enterprise-wide technology initiatives that align with strategic objectives. Recognized for driving productivity and ensuring efficient task completion in fast-paced environments.

Work History

Director of Information Technology

Fleet Landing / Polaris
Jacksonville, Fla.
07.2025 - Current

• Lead all aspects of IT operations, providing both strategic direction and hands-on technical support across infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, telecommunications, enterprise applications, and end-user services
• Ensure the reliability, security, and functionality of core technology systems through direct involvement in troubleshooting, system improvements, and infrastructure optimization
• Manage network and wireless performance across the community, implementing enhancements that improve connectivity, usability, and operational continuity
• Collaborate with leadership and departmental stakeholders to develop and implement practical technology solutions that support business objectives and service excellence
• Oversee vendor management, technology deployments, system upgrades, and support operations to maintain an efficient and service-oriented IT environment
• Drive continuous improvement in cybersecurity, operational resilience, and IT service delivery while mentoring team members and supporting a high-performance technology function

Director of IS&T

The Fresh Air Fund
01.2022 - 07.2025
  • Led the strategic design, development, and support of enterprise architecture, application management, security, and IT operations, aligning all systems with Fresh Air Fund (FAF) goals
  • Implemented and optimized new Salesforce platform, enhancing organizational processes and service delivery
  • Directed the deployment of a robust wireless network across 2,600 acres at Sharpe Reservation and Harriman State Park, expanding connectivity for all camp operations
  • Built strong, trust-based relationships with program directors to drive collaborative technology solutions benefiting inner-city families
  • Optimized IT resource allocation, cybersecurity frameworks, ERP solutions, and team mentorship programs to strengthen operational resilience and risk management
  • Key Achievements:
  • Deployed enterprise-wide wireless infrastructure across multiple remote locations, significantly improving digital accessibility for program staff and participants

Chief Technology Officer (Program Director)

Perkins Eastman
NY, New York
01.2017 - 01.2022
  • Engineered technology strategy and innovation as vCTO for multiple clients, advancing IT operations, application development, and global support
  • Governed a global tech division with 34 direct reports, optimizing staffing, budgets, and resource allocation to reinforce business alignment
  • Executed enterprise-wide IT initiatives, including BIM deployment, infrastructure upgrades, and compliance audits, influencing industry best practices at the AIA Large Firm Roundtable
  • Key Achievements:
  • Completed 20+ small firm acquisition due diligence audits, assessing IT infrastructure, risk management, and integration processes

Sr Vice President /Director of Information Technology

Syska Hennessy Group ,NY
NY
12.2012 - 01.2017
  • Supervised a team of 18, managing IT operations, application development, and user support for 650+ users
  • Coordinated technology migrations, including ERP and legacy transitions, boosting system performance with BST to Deltek Vision
  • Developed hybrid storage and work-sharing solutions, integrated Autodesk apps with SD-WAN, and streamlined conference resource management via SharePoint
  • Key Achievements:
  • Reduced technology adoption time to under a year through API-driven automation and data analytics

Vice President /Director of U.S. IT Operations

Flack + Kurtz (WSP Group) U.S., NY
NY
03.1997 - 12.2012
  • Oversaw IT operations across the US, supervising a team of 65 across disciplines and supporting 2,700 users while collaborating with the Global CIO on strategic transformation
  • Executed infrastructure projects, integrating 15+ offices annually and launching the first US Data Center to improve business continuity and upgrade storage solutions
  • Administered US and UK helpdesk operations for 12,000+ users, resolving 1,200 daily tickets with a 98% SLA while handling recruitment, training, and strategic planning

Education

Master of Information Systems & Library Science -

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Trenton State College
Ewing, NJ
01.1991

Skills

IT strategy and roadmap development

Vendor and contract negotiation

IT governance and compliance

Business continuity and disaster recovery

Stakeholder communication

IT infrastructure and operations: network management, cloud computing, virtualization: Cisco, Ubiquiti, Extreme Networks, Fortinet, Arctic Wolf, Barracuda, HP, Dell

Enterprise applications: Salesforce, NetSuite, Office 365, Azure, AWS, VoIP systems

Cybersecurity compliance: NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, SOX

IT service management: ServiceNow, ConnectWise, Genuity, ITIL processes

Cloud transformation: migrations, SaaS implementations

Certification

  • Lean 6 Sigma - Green 2020
  • Cornerstone On Demand Administrator
  • Kirkpatrick Model for measuring training Impact
  • MCITP: Server/Enterprise Administrator 2012
  • MCSE: Messaging/Security , Server 2003, 2012

Affiliations

  • International Association of Business Communicators
  • The Center for Non-Profit Advancement
  • American Camp Association
  • Autodesk Industry Advisory Board (Member)
  • Building Owners and Managers Association
  • AIA Large Firm Roundtable (LFRT)

Timeline

Director of Information Technology

Fleet Landing / Polaris
07.2025 - Current

Director of IS&T

The Fresh Air Fund
01.2022 - 07.2025

Chief Technology Officer (Program Director)

Perkins Eastman
01.2017 - 01.2022

Sr Vice President /Director of Information Technology

Syska Hennessy Group ,NY
12.2012 - 01.2017

Vice President /Director of U.S. IT Operations

Flack + Kurtz (WSP Group) U.S., NY
03.1997 - 12.2012

Master of Information Systems & Library Science -

Louisiana State University

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Trenton State College

References

References available upon request.
John Marinello