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KENYON L. COCHRAN

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Accomplished Solution Architect with extensive experience in cloud security design and strategic IT leadership at VMware by Broadcom. Possesses a strong ability to align IT infrastructure with business objectives while adhering to security standards. Demonstrated success in optimizing system performance, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, and driving customer satisfaction through effective collaboration. Aiming to leverage expertise to enhance organizational efficiency and security posture further.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Solution Architect (Cloud)

VMWARE by Broadcom
05.2022 - Current
  • Advise clients on aligning IT infrastructure with security standards and business goals
  • Design secure, scalable cloud solutions leveraging VMware's portfolio to optimize performance and ROI
  • Lead IT security projects from discovery through implementation, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints
  • Collaborate with technical and sales teams to ensure secure system design and customer satisfaction
  • Engage with C-suite executives to define and implement strategic IT and security initiatives

Solution Design Consultant (Pre-Sales Engineer)

PHILIPS HEALTHCARE
05.2017 - 05.2022
  • Designed secure, compliant end-to-end solutions for clinical networks and patient monitoring systems
  • Integrated HIPAA-compliant architectures into healthcare IT infrastructure, ensuring data protection and integrity
  • Developed technical documentation and proposals, driving seamless implementations of secure IT systems
  • Partnered with account teams to address client security concerns and deliver innovative solutions

Information Technology Specialist (Network Services)

INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (IRS)
12.2014 - 05.2017
  • Managed secure IT systems for IRS networks, ensuring compliance with federal guidelines (FISMA)
  • Installed and configured secure networking equipment, optimizing system performance while meeting compliance
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and maintain network infrastructures for high availability
  • Enhanced network security through proactive monitoring and implementation of best practices

Network Infrastructure Consultant

ACCENTURE FEDERAL SERVICES
10.2013 - 12.2014
  • Directed secure network infrastructure projects for federal agencies, ensuring regulatory compliance
  • Oversaw IT budget management, optimizing costs while meeting operational and security objectives
  • Facilitated communication between federal agencies and service providers, streamlining secure IT operations

Infrastructure Administrator

TENNESSEE VALLEY AUTHORITY
04.2010 - 12.2011
  • Delivered IT infrastructure support for over 1,800 users, including secure desktop, server, and network management
  • Monitored and enhanced network security policies, ensuring compliance with organizational standards
  • Administered secure data center operations and resolved network performance issues

Interior Communications Electrician

UNITED STATES NAVY
01.2000 - 10.2008
  • Led a digital upgrade of Armed Forces Network Europe systems, enhancing operational security and efficiency
  • Managed multi-million-dollar communication systems critical to naval operations
  • Provided desktop and network support for over 300 users, emphasizing security and compliance

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Computer Information Systems

University of North Alabama
12.2011

Skills

  • Cloud Security Design
  • AWS
  • Google Cloud
  • Microsoft Azure
  • VMware
  • Networking & Security
  • TCP/IP
  • VPN
  • VLAN
  • QoS
  • Routing Protocols
  • BGP
  • OSPF
  • LAN/WAN
  • Firewalls
  • Cisco ASA
  • IT Governance & Compliance
  • FISMA
  • HIPAA
  • IT Budget Management
  • Capital Planning
  • Regulatory Frameworks
  • Leadership & Collaboration
  • Team Leadership
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Vendor Coordination
  • C-Suite Liaison
  • Program Management
  • Budget Oversight
  • Strategic Planning
  • Resource Allocation
  • Project Delivery
  • Software & Development
  • Salesforce
  • Microsoft Suite
  • VMware Products
  • Network Design & Configuration

Websites

Certification

  • CompTIA Security+, 10/01/24
  • AWS Certified AI Practitioner, 10/01/24
  • Google Cybersecurity Professional, 09/01/24
  • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), 08/01/23
  • VMware Cloud (VCP-VMC), 05/01/23
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Qualys Certified Specialist - VMDR, 09/01/24

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Solution Architect (Cloud)

VMWARE by Broadcom
05.2022 - Current

Solution Design Consultant (Pre-Sales Engineer)

PHILIPS HEALTHCARE
05.2017 - 05.2022

Information Technology Specialist (Network Services)

INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (IRS)
12.2014 - 05.2017

Network Infrastructure Consultant

ACCENTURE FEDERAL SERVICES
10.2013 - 12.2014

Infrastructure Administrator

TENNESSEE VALLEY AUTHORITY
04.2010 - 12.2011

Interior Communications Electrician

UNITED STATES NAVY
01.2000 - 10.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Computer Information Systems

University of North Alabama

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