Tanner Sharp
Summary
Dynamic IT Professional with a proven track record at 3Z Brands, excelling in budget forecasting and strategic planning. Expert in infrastructure management and team leadership, I drive operational efficiency and enhance security protocols, achieving significant cost reductions while fostering collaboration across departments. Passionate about leveraging technology to propel business growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Network and System Operations
Phoenix Suns
Phoenix, AZ
02.2026 - Current
- Directed daily operations for game day and event management, ensuring smooth execution.
- Managed vendor relationships to guarantee seamless service delivery.
- Led cross-functional teams to advance technical project initiatives effectively.
- Analyzed complex systems to identify improvement areas and enhance process efficiency.
- Reduced SaaS expenditures through strategic management.
- Implemented security initiatives to safeguard data and user integrity.
- Established and refined DLP processes to enhance compliance.
- Provided technical guidance and mentorship on best practices to team members.
IT Operations Director
3Z Brands
Arizona, Arizona
02.2024 - 02.2026
- Led infrastructure planning, procurement, and security across data center solutions.
- Managed IT infrastructure and systems to ensure operational efficiency.
- Managed project intake, prioritized, and executed initiatives across multiple programs to align with business objectives.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement technology solutions that enhanced business processes and user experience.
- Directed staff and tracked high-priority projects using project management tools.
- Forecasted budgets and mapped growth plans to streamline operations.
- Developed and maintained IT policies and procedures for compliance and security.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to assess technology needs and develop strategic plans that supported organizational goals.
- Oversaw vendor relationships and inter-agency data coordination.
Technology Manager (Infrastructure)
Town of Marana
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Led infrastructure design and security planning.
- Managed technology projects that improved municipal services and operations.
- Implemented virus prevention strategies to strengthen system security.
- Managed staff and vendor relationships to ensure operational continuity.
- Collaborated with departments to pinpoint technology needs and develop tailored solutions.
- Developed training programs for staff on new software and systems.
- Introduced departmental changes through strategic budgeting and forecasting.
Director of Operations IT
Pure Grips
01.2019 - 11.2023
- Spearheaded AWS/GCP-based enterprise network management.
- Reduced IT costs through strategic vendor partnerships.
- Streamlined daily operations, enhancing workflow efficiency across departments.
- Implemented operational policies to maintain compliance with industry standards and best practices.
- Championed process improvements, accelerating product development timelines.
- Supervised 20+ staff across VM and IT functions.
- Facilitated team meetings to align objectives and improve communication among staff.
- Secured strategic partnerships, contributing to annual revenue growth.
Systems Administrator
Pure Grips
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Managed DNS via AWS and administered servers through GCP.
- Delivered end-to-end support for PC and Apple systems.
- Maintained documentation and ticketing systems to ensure rapid issue resolution.
- Authored internal training materials and handbooks to facilitate knowledge transfer and onboarding.
System Admin
CSW Contractors
Scottsdale, Arizona
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Monitored system performance, resolving hardware and software issues to maintain operational continuity.
- Configured and maintained Cisco network devices, ensuring seamless connectivity for users across multiple platforms.
- Implemented backup solutions Using Veaam to safeguard critical data against loss.
- Managed user accounts and permissions, enhancing security and accessibility across systems and applications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Information Technology (Computer Science)
Arizona State University
05-2012
A.A. - Technology
Yavapai College
Skills
- IT & Network Management
- Infrastructure management
- Budget forecasting
- Security planning
- Compliance development
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Team leadership
- Vendor management
- Information security
- Team development
- Technical leadership
- Problem solving
- Strategic planning
- IT risk management
- Enterprise architecture
Certification
- ITIL 5 Foundation Certification
Other Experiance
- Helpdesk Technician - ASU
- JR Web Developer - ASU
- Field Technician - World Wide Tech
Timeline
Manager, Network and System Operations
Phoenix Suns
02.2026 - Current
IT Operations Director
3Z Brands
02.2024 - 02.2026
Technology Manager (Infrastructure)
Town of Marana
10.2023 - 02.2024
Director of Operations IT
Pure Grips
01.2019 - 11.2023
Systems Administrator
Pure Grips
01.2016 - 01.2019
System Admin
CSW Contractors
01.2014 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Information Technology (Computer Science)
Arizona State University
A.A. - Technology
Yavapai College