Larry D Prine
Maricopa,AZ
Summary
A seasoned IT leader with a global track record of success, I bring expertise in crafting and executing strategic technology initiatives across diverse industries. Recognized for my ability to transform IT organizations through process improvement and strategic roadmaps, I excel at defining vision and aligning technology solutions with business growth objectives. Skilled in standardization, virtualization, and modernization, I drive the implementation of key strategies, emerging technologies, and cost-effective solutions that meet business needs.
Results-driven leader with strong background in strategic management and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with focus on fostering productive and positive team culture.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
8
8
Certificate
Work History
Director of IT Operations
BASIS EDUCATION
08.2023 - Current
- Reduced procurement costs by 8% in 6 months through strategic sourcing and negotiation.
- Played a key role in successful, on-time, and on-budget IT system implementation.
- Proactively resolved procurement issues minimizing downtime and operational impact.
- Led and coordinated cross-functional teams for Agile project delivery (Scrum, Kanban).
- Facilitated sprint planning and retrospectives ensuring clear goals, ownership, and continuous improvement.
- Managed backlog prioritization balancing scope with available resources.
- Implemented Sprint boards for visualizing workflow, tracking progress, and identifying bottlenecks.
- Managed IT Capex and Operational Expenses budgets for 42 facilities including Federal Grants verification.
- Optimized inventory management to minimize costs and ensure product availability.
- Secured lucrative partnerships to expand market reach, negotiating favorable terms.
- Enhanced data-driven decision-making by implementing advanced analytics and reporting tools.
- Revolutionized customer service protocols, significantly improving customer satisfaction ratings.
- Fostered culture of innovation, encouraging development of cutting-edge solutions.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
IT Director
ICON POWER
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Developed IT vision, strategy, and roadmap supporting business goals using zero trust methodology.
- Managed vendor relationships to optimize software and hardware procurement.
- Streamlined IT operations, reducing downtime through proactive maintenance practices.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing cost-effective services for the organization's IT needs.
- Managed the procurement process for IT hardware and software, ensuring timely delivery of necessary equipment to support ongoing projects.
- Liaised with other departments to minimize network interruptions and possible downtimes.
- Analyzed network security and current infrastructure, assessing areas in need of improvement.
- Developed and helped transition to Managed Service Provider for IT Services as the company restructured.
- Managed software development lifecycle and solution selection/implementation.
- Zero Trust initiative. Developed data governance strategies for data integrity, privacy, and compliance.
- Guaranteed high availability, reliability, and performance of IT systems.
- Developed and enforced IT policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to prioritize and support software needs.
- Developed and maintained data analytics capabilities for actionable insights.
- Implemented strategies to utilize data for improved decision-making and business growth.
- Evaluated and selected technology vendors for cost-effective IT services.
- Managed IT department budget, monitored expenses, and optimized resource allocation saving over 6% over the a years time.
Application Group Manager (Director)
ALASKA USA
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and enhance operational efficiency using Agile Methodologies.
- Developed strategic initiatives to improve customer service and satisfaction metrics across multiple branches.
- Managed 3 teams: Automated Testing (AI-powered testing), Robotic Engineering (digital worker creation), and ServiceNow (support, configuration, development, process automation).
- Fostered a collaborative and innovative work environment, promoting continuous improvement and agility.
- Negotiated software and contract staffing agreements, securing favorable terms and cost savings.
- Mentored junior managers, fostering professional growth and improving team performance through targeted training programs.
- Implemented process automation initiatives across multiple applications, saving hundreds of man-hours.
- Developed and implemented automation solutions with rapid ROI and business value, requiring minimal development time.
- Advocated for and implemented automation tools to drive process improvement within the organization.
- Owned Incident and Problem Management within ServiceNow, ensuring adherence to specific SLAs.
Information Security Associate Manager (Officer Cybersecurity)
WELLS FARGO
09.2016 - 12.2020
- Led a virtual team of 11 to provide IT support, governance, and ownership for 14 cybersecurity applications.
- Oversee multiple GRC applications and processes, ensuring compliance with BCP, ITIL, SDLC, communication protocols, change requests, system enhancements, disaster recovery, vulnerability management, QA, and business inquiries.
- Established a remediation path for server vulnerabilities across 500+ servers, minimizing risk for 14 applications.
- Spearheaded process automation improvements for 14 applications, saving hundreds of man-hours and enabling teams to focus on higher-impact areas.
- Liaised between business, technology, and audit teams to ensure appropriate risk appetite, implemented controls, and available remediation plans.
- Partnered with LOBs to identify requirements, prioritize projects, and manage resource allocation for optimal technical engagement.
- Actively participated in leadership meetings, providing strategic planning recommendations to advance LOB processes.
- Managed change requests, problem management, configuration database, SLAs, and disaster recovery.
- Developed KPIs and NPS to track LOB performance and standards.
- Implemented and modified testing and deployment procedures for new systems within the team.
- Achieved a 5% improvement for development teams and 88% storage reduction costs for infrastructure teams.
Education
Master of Business Administration - IT Management
WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY
Salt Lake City, UT10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems, Network Emphasis
WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY
Salt Lake City, UT12.
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Operations management
- People management
- Creativity and innovation
- Project management
- Strategies and goals
- Budget management
- Project coordination
- Employee development
Certification
- Certified Agile Coach, MCP, MCSA, Security+, Network+, Project+, DCIS, DCOS, DCOM
- (Training in Progress: CISM)
Timeline
Director of IT Operations
BASIS EDUCATION
08.2023 - Current
IT Director
ICON POWER
07.2022 - 07.2023
Application Group Manager (Director)
ALASKA USA
11.2020 - 07.2022
Information Security Associate Manager (Officer Cybersecurity)
WELLS FARGO
09.2016 - 12.2020
Master of Business Administration - IT Management
WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems, Network Emphasis
WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY
AREAS OF EXCELLENCE
A versatile IT professional with extensive experience in global technology delivery, planning, and leadership. Demonstrated expertise in customer service and support, ITIL frameworks, strategic & tactical planning, system optimization, data center management, IT operations, automation, centralized/distributed IT solutions, business process improvement, client & vendor relations, performance enhancements, network architecture, issue & problem management, change control management, SaaS infrastructure, disaster recovery, business continuity, IT infrastructure, direct & indirect management, and systems standardization. Possesses a strong track record of delivering success in various scenarios.
POSITIONS HELD
Director of IT, Director IT Operations, VP Network Infrastructure