Michael Whisenant
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Intelligent IT Manager with 40-year record of leadership experience in areas such as infrastructure development and management, application support and security optimization. Focused on satisfying customer needs through robust, innovative and forward-thinking solutions. Demonstrated success as operational leader, articulate communicator and practiced influencer. Collaborates across functions to outline and achieve project targets. Skilled in building solid business solutions based on methodologies and engineering principles. Complex problem-solver skilled in developing proposals, integrating technologies and managing projects. Adept at improving security, operational processes and systems implementation procedures. Proficient in disaster recovery planning, emergency response, project mapping and training.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Solution Architect
L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
Huntsville, AL
08.2022 - Current
- Handled troubleshooting tasks for Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, and voice systems to reduce network connectivity problems.
- Reviewed global SDWAN solution, evaluated alternatives, production selection and lead team to successfully implement 130 global locations in 9 months without disruption to the business
- Developed system models using automated tools to analyze performance under various operating conditions.
- Defined technical integration strategy and developed integration plans.
- Provided technical guidance to other team members in the development of solutions.
- Lead team on IT Re-Invention focused on reducing data center footprint from 95 data and compute centers into 2 co-location facility and cloud
- Lean Basics certified and combined savings in excess $6 million in savings and cost reductions
- Created detailed design documents that outlined system architecture, security measures, data models and integration points with other systems.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring quality assurance standards were met throughout the process.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and advancements in technology.
Director of Information Systems Architecture
Bae Systems Inc.
Huntsville, AL
06.1999 - 07.2022
- Delivered consistent, quality mentoring, training, and onboarding for contractor and staff teams.
- Led multiple teams in the design of data center architectures to support a top 5 US Defense Contractor.
- Created and implemented advanced SD-WAN architecture for large-scale multinational defense networks.
- Led compliance meetings related to NIST 800-53, 800-171 and other regulatory requirements
- Offered valuable technological advice to help expand businesses, recommending and enhancing current systems.
- Supported various IT projects including app development, support, system integration and administration
- Reviewed network policies and infrastructure, evaluating sub-optimal areas for solution development.
- Succeeded in working along with coworkers from different backgrounds to meet objectives and tackle issues associated with our products and services.
- Contributed to the successful completion of projects by displaying professionalism, adaptability, and attention-to-detail.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to achieve service goals efficiently.
- Led the development, design, testing, and deployment of complex mission networks at NASA while serving as the designated Chief Engineer on a long-term contract.
Vice President of Operations
AIRnet Internet Services
Huntsville, AL
10.1995 - 06.1999
- Communicated regularly with executive team members to deliver pertinent details related to progress status and direction for projects.
- Cultivated and maintained positive working relationships with employees, executives and other stakeholders.
- Boosted company profits by optimizing performance strategies and increasing efficiency.
- Brought about substantial operational improvements by reworking policies and enhancing enforcement.
- Collaborated with various departments to identify operational challenges and plan corrective actions.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocol.
- Supervised daily operations of multi-million dollar divisional operation.
- Traveled to trade shows and client meetings to promote company brand.
- Developed and managed brand identity in new market launches.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
University of Alabama At Huntsville
Huntsville, ALSkills
- Scope Definition
- Security Improvements
- Business Development Support
- Infrastructure Planning
- Agile Work Processes
- Project Coordination
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Maintenance & Repair
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Work Ethic
- Training & Development
- Computer Skills
- Team Management
- Working Collaboratively
- Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- Recognized by NASA as Space Flight Award for significant contribution to space program goals STS-112.
- Multiple BAE Systems Chairman awards for innovation and technology infusion
Timeline
Solution Architect
L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
08.2022 - Current
Director of Information Systems Architecture
Bae Systems Inc.
06.1999 - 07.2022
Vice President of Operations
AIRnet Internet Services
10.1995 - 06.1999
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
University of Alabama At Huntsville
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