Robbie Perry
Fuquay Varina,NC
Summary
Dynamic IT leader with a proven history of driving complex technology projects, leading mergers, and enhancing cybersecurity measures. Expertise in managing multi-million-dollar budgets, optimizing network infrastructure, and implementing cloud-based and VoIP solutions. Skilled in coordinating IT services, disaster recovery planning, and aligning technology initiatives with business objectives to deliver operational excellence. Proficient in fostering cross-functional collaboration and utilizing data-driven decision-making to improve performance, efficiency, and resilience across large-scale IT environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Information Technology
AgCarolina Farm Credit
Raleigh, USA
08.2012 - Current
- Hire, manage, and coach a diverse team of remote employees, ranging from highly technical professionals with established careers to entry-level hires, successfully integrating them into the IT team and guiding them toward vibrant career growth
- Coordinate and manage IT services, including desktop support, business continuity, cybersecurity, disaster recovery, network operations, and hardware support, achieving streamlined operations, increased reliability, and enhanced resilience
- Establish goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track and monitor performance in real-time, driving continuous improvement, data-driven decision-making, and significant operational efficiency and effectiveness enhancements
- Develop, set, and manage IT and business strategies, including budget, business plans, and customer satisfaction, while overseeing all IT projects and driving cross-functional collaboration across teams and committees
- Implement a cloud-based BPM/workflow tool to streamline onboarding, offboarding, and quarterly security/ICFR certifications, automating task assignments and approvals for improved efficiency and compliance
Project Manager
CNP Technologies LLC
Charlotte, USA
06.2010 - 08.2012
- Collaborated with internal resources to evaluate and remediate network issues, delivering actionable recommendations that significantly enhanced data network performance, reliability, and overall operational efficiency
- Mobilized team and company resources to overcome IT constraints, budget limitations, and tight timeframes while leveraging local team members at the remote site to minimize travel costs and ensure timely project completion
- Served as lead Sales Engineer for a significant VOIP overhaul at a large doctor's office, managing demos and site visits in the sales rep's absence, resulting in the sale, timely installation, and cross-sales of network upgrades
Information Technology Manager
AgCarolina Financial
Raleigh, USA
- Served as Network Administrator for WAN, LAN, VoIP, and Active Directory; led a cross-functional IT team; developed a corporate intranet with SharePoint; created a disaster recovery strategy; and aligned services with business needs
Information Management Specialist
East Carolina Farm Credit
Raleigh, USA
- Developed and executed a network migration from Windows NT 4 to Windows 2000 Active Directory, implemented a frame relay mesh for twelve offices, upgraded to VoIP, configured wireless LAN, and coordinated in-house training
Education
Level II -
FARM CREDIT LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
US09.2017
Level I -
FARM CREDIT LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
US10.2007
MCSE 2003 Coursework -
GLOBAL KNOWLEDGE
Cary, NC12.2005
MCSE 2000 Coursework -
NORTH CAROLINA STATE COMPUTER TRAINING UNIT
Raleigh, NC04.2002
Bachelor of Business Administration - MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
Greenville, NC12.2000
Skills
- IT Strategy Development
- IT Governance
- Budget Management
- Team Leadership
- Talent Recruitment
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Cloud-Based Solutions
- KPI Development and Tracking
- Project Management
- System Integration
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Cybersecurity
- Business Continuity
- Disaster Recovery
- Network Administration
- Network Storage
- SD-WAN
- VoIP
- Active Directory
- Role-Based Access Control
Certification
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Windows, 2000 & 2003
Awards
- AgCarolina Farm Credit, Certificate of Recognition - 2003, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2015
- East Carolina University Golf Team, Four-Year Letter Winner
- East Carolina University, Honor Roll/Dean's List - 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000
Timeline
Director of Information Technology
AgCarolina Farm Credit
08.2012 - Current
Project Manager
CNP Technologies LLC
06.2010 - 08.2012
Information Technology Manager
AgCarolina Financial
Information Management Specialist
East Carolina Farm Credit
Level II -
FARM CREDIT LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Level I -
FARM CREDIT LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
MCSE 2003 Coursework -
GLOBAL KNOWLEDGE
MCSE 2000 Coursework -
NORTH CAROLINA STATE COMPUTER TRAINING UNIT
Bachelor of Business Administration - MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
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