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Rachel Perry

Newburgh

Summary

Highly skilled in developing and implementing comprehensive information security strategies, ensuring robust protection of sensitive data and compliance with industry standards. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage risk assessments, and conduct thorough security audits, with methodical approach that values results and minimizes errors. Detail-oriented professional with experience in data communications, data recovery, and disaster recovery. Frequently praised as diligent by peers, I can be relied upon to help your team achieve its goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Information Security Manager

Instructure
Salt Lake City
06.2023 - Current
  • Researched emerging trends in cybersecurity technology and recommended appropriate solutions based on business needs
  • Evaluated organization's technology use and needs and recommended improvements to hardware and software
  • Stayed abreast of advances in technology
  • Prepared and reviewed operational reports and project progress reports
  • Consulted with users, management, vendors, and technicians to assess computing needs and system requirements
  • Planned to plan and coordinate project activity
  • Developed and interpreted organizational goals, policies, and procedures
  • Developed computer information resources, providing for data security and control, strategic computing, and disaster recovery
  • Evaluated data processing proposals to assess project feasibility and requirements
  • Reviewed audit logs regularly in order to detect any unusual activity that could indicate a breach or attack
  • Managed IT risk management processes, including identifying potential risks and developing strategies for mitigating them
  • Coordinated with other teams within the organization in order to ensure that all applications are developed securely from the ground up
  • Worked with coworkers to complete tasks
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
  • Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
  • Oversaw budgeting processes for the executive office and allocated resources accordingly.
  • Liaised with customers, addressed inquiries, handled meeting requests and answer billing questions to provide outstanding customer care.
  • Monitored performance metrics of various initiatives and identified areas needing improvement.
  • Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
  • Coordinated inter-departmental workflow and operations, managing client relationships and projects.
  • Created monthly reports summarizing progress towards achieving organizational objectives.
  • Streamlined office processes and procedures to boost profits and productivity and facilitate continuous improvements.
  • Collaborated with other departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans, and objectives.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency of the organization.
  • Negotiated and reviewed contracts, rates and terms with current facilities and suppliers.
  • Maintained a calendar of upcoming events and deadlines for the executive team.
  • Pitched in to help with office tasks during busy periods and staff absences.
  • Briefed supervisor and staff on key issues and projects.
  • Conducted research on relevant topics to inform decisions made by the executive team.
  • Managed communications between the executive office, senior leaders, and other staff members.
  • Worked with management team to improve workflows and eliminate unnecessary tasks.
  • Represented work unit at meetings or conferences to serve as liaison for requests or complaints.
  • Identified potential risks associated with certain decisions or actions taken by executives.
  • Monitored assignment timelines to accomplish projects by established due dates.
  • Prepared meeting agendas, notes and briefing materials.
  • Organized and maintained documents, files and records.
  • Planned and booked conference calls, meetings and webinars as well as associated travel arrangements.
  • Posted job vacancies, scheduled interviews, advised decision-makers on hiring selections and led onboarding process.
  • Analyzed data from surveys conducted within the organization to identify trends or patterns in employee sentiment.
  • Coordinated with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure successful execution of projects.

VP/Director of CyberSecurity and Chief of Staff

OneMain Financial
Evanville
04.2018 - 02.2023
  • Company Overview: Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment
  • Provided leadership in developing corporate vision, mission, values, and culture
  • Negotiated and managed partnerships with vendors and suppliers
  • Developed growth plans by identifying key targets
  • Oversaw the development of long-term goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and systems
  • Directed strategic planning efforts that enabled the organization to achieve its short-term goals while positioning itself for long-term success
  • Developed training programs that enabled employees to reach their full potential as individuals and teams
  • Oversaw development and implementation of corporate strategies to achieve business goals
  • Led cross-functional initiatives to drive increased customer satisfaction and loyalty
  • Established effective processes for monitoring operations performance against budget expectations
  • Directed development and execution of business plans and initiatives
  • Provided strategic leadership and direction to achieve organizational goals and objectives
  • Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, clients, and partners
  • Led executive team in setting and executing company vision and mission
  • Established and maintained culture of accountability, integrity, and excellence throughout organization
  • Established departmental responsibilities and coordinate functions among departments and sites
  • Developed and refined the long-term company vision and objectives
  • Identified areas of improvement within various departments through detailed analysis of current practices
  • Utilized advanced analytics techniques to evaluate financial projections and assess risks associated with investments
  • Prepared executive briefing materials, memos and reports for meetings with staff or clients
  • Reviewed reports about company performance to identify areas for improvement
  • Revamped existing processes to streamline operations while increasing efficiency
  • Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment

Information Security Manager and Chief of Staff

OneMain Finance
Evansville
08.2016 - 04.2018
  • Managed a team of senior executives across multiple departments to ensure organizational objectives were met in a timely manner
  • Analyzed key business metrics and provided actionable recommendations for improvement
  • Mentored junior staff members on best practices in project management techniques
  • Oversaw the development of new products and services
  • Supervised work of other department managers to verify high quality results
  • Met with staff members to discuss projects and set goals for upcoming projects
  • Guided and mentored executive team members and department heads
  • Directed development and implementation of talent management strategies to attract, retain, and develop top talent
  • Directed upper management operations and proactively addressed and resolved challenges
  • Implemented budgetary control systems to support cost-reduction and budget adherence
  • Directed human resources activities, including approval of human resource plans and activities, selection of directors, and other high-level staff and establishment and organization of major departments
  • Referred major policy matters to elected representatives for final decisions
  • Directed or conducted studies or researched on issues affecting areas of responsibility
  • Created and managed cross-functional teams to optimize operational efficiency
  • Worked with coworkers to complete tasks
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
  • Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems

Information Security Analyst

Springleaf Financial Corp
Evansville
10.2007 - 02.2015
  • Developed computer information resources, providing for data security and control, strategic computing, and disaster recovery
  • Controlled operational budget and expenditures
  • Worked closely with vendors in order to evaluate new products or services for their security implications
  • Worked with coworkers to complete tasks
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
  • Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
  • Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment
  • Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge
  • Provided efficient and courteous service to customers at all times
  • Met deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables
  • Managed and coordinated multiple projects while ensuring timely completion
  • Identified ways to improve efficiency in operations and implemented process changes

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Sociology

University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN, US
05.2004

Skills

  • Endpoint protection
  • Security awareness training
  • Identity and Access management
  • Security policy development
  • Cybersecurity strategy
  • Information governance
  • Penetration testing
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Teamwork
  • Multitasking
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Budget management
  • Project management
  • Employee training
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Strategic planning
  • Customer service
  • Policy development
  • Process improvement
  • Influencing skills
  • Workforce planning
  • Ethical leadership
  • Results orientation
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Meeting coordination
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Communications management
  • Business correspondence
  • Negotiation
  • Reliability
  • Quality assurance
  • Adaptability
  • Financial planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Payroll and budgeting
  • Logistics management
  • Administrative management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Technology integration
  • Scheduling and calendar management
  • Sensitive document disposal
  • Data entry
  • Vendor management

References

References available upon request

Awards

  • Hall of Fame Softball, University Southern Indiana, 2018
  • GLVC Freshman of the Year, 2018

Accomplishments

  • D2 athlete
  • Freshman of the year
  • Hall of fame inductee

Timeline

Information Security Manager

Instructure
06.2023 - Current

VP/Director of CyberSecurity and Chief of Staff

OneMain Financial
04.2018 - 02.2023

Information Security Manager and Chief of Staff

OneMain Finance
08.2016 - 04.2018

Information Security Analyst

Springleaf Financial Corp
10.2007 - 02.2015

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Sociology

University of Southern Indiana

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