Tracy A. Pitz
Wesley Chapel,FL
Summary
Accomplished leader with a unique skill set in program/project management, Agile/Scrum methodologies, project governance, process improvement, and IT security/cybersecurity/risk. Demonstrating ethical professionalism and a broad technical acumen, excels in fostering collaboration and implementing innovative problem-solving strategies. Ability to effectively lead projects across various technologies sets apart as a versatile and reliable professional.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Senior Finance Program/Project Manager and Scrum Master (Enterprise/Global)
Eaton Corporation
12.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: Eaton Corporation plc (NYSE:ETN) is a power management company that provides a broad range of electrical, aerospace, vehicle, and eMobility products and services with sales of $24.9B (2024) and >92K employees globally.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Championed change management efforts, driving organizational buy-in for newly implemented processes and systems.
- Drove process improvement initiatives to optimize project management methodologies, ultimately enhancing overall project delivery success rates.
- Assessed operant systems for efficiency and functionality, providing written suggestions on enhancements needed to meet operational goals.
Senior IT Security Program/Project Manager and Scrum Master (Enterprise/Global)
Eaton Corporation
09.2013 - 12.2021
- Company Overview: Eaton Corporation plc (NYSE:ETN) is a power management company that provides a broad range of electrical, aerospace, vehicle, and eMobility products and services with sales of $24.9B (2024) and >92K employees globally.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Project technical areas: NIST DFARS vulnerabilities, IAM, cybersecurity, code signing, operational technology (OT), key management/PKI, technical debt removal, and server patching/upgrade cadence.
- Directed the selection of new service providers including scope definition, requirement review, and RFP process.
- Streamlined patch management processes, ensuring timely deployment of critical security updates.
IT Manager Operational Excellence / PMO (Industrial Sector/Global and Corporate/Global)
Eaton Corporation
06.2010 - 09.2013
- Company Overview: Eaton Corporation plc (NYSE:ETN) is a power management company that provides a broad range of electrical, aerospace, vehicle, and eMobility products and services with sales of $24.9B (2024) and >92K employees globally.
- Streamlined project management processes by implementing standardized templates and documentation, leading to increased efficiency and reduced errors.
- Championed a culture of continuous learning by organizing training sessions, workshops, and conferences that kept the PMO team up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Drove process improvement initiatives to optimize project management methodologies, ultimately enhancing overall project delivery success rates.
- Mitigated risks associated with large-scale system migrations through rigorous change impact assessments prior to implementation.
- Coordinated closely with other ITIL process owners to ensure consistent alignment of objectives and procedures throughout the organization.
IT Portfolio Manager (Industrial Sector/Fluid Power/Global)
Eaton Corporation
10.2007 - 06.2010
- Company Overview: Eaton Corporation plc (NYSE:ETN) is a power management company that provides a broad range of electrical, aerospace, vehicle, and eMobility products and services with sales of $24.9B (2024) and >92K employees globally.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the PMO by actively seeking stakeholder feedback and incorporating best practices into policies and procedures.
- Implemented robust risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate potential threats to project success.
- Facilitated effective change management processes that allowed for seamless transitions during critical phases of projects.
- Assessed operant systems for efficiency and functionality, providing written suggestions on enhancements needed to meet operational goals.
- Implemented performance measurement techniques and metrics to objectively assess the effectiveness of PMO processes and employee performance.
IT Business Systems Analyst/Project Manager
Avery Dennison Corporation
06.2004 - 09.2007
- Company Overview: Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide with sales of $8.8B (2024).
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team's ability to deliver results.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide updates on progress throughout projects' lifecycles.
- Implemented continuous improvement methodologies like Lean Six Sigma to reduce waste, streamline processes, and enhance overall operational effectiveness.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes impacting SOX compliance, proactively adjusting processes as needed.
- Monitored remediation efforts closely to ensure timely completion and verify that identified issues were adequately addressed prior to retesting.
- Contributed to the maintenance of a strong control environment by staying informed about emerging risks, trends, and best practices within the field of SOX compliance.
Education
MASTER’S DEGREE - Business Administration
Baldwin Wallace University
Berea, OHBACHELOR'S DEGREE - Computer Science
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OHSkills
- Effective project management
- Risk mitigation strategies
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Program management
- Comprehensive portfolio oversight
- KPI development and monitoring
- Process optimization
- Coaching and mentoring
- Compliance process management
Certification
- Project Management Professional, PMI, 1930829, 2026-03-31
- Six Sigma Greenbelt
- Professional Scrum Master Certification, In progress
- CISSP Certification, In progress
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programs401k matchLanguages
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Senior Finance Program/Project Manager and Scrum Master (Enterprise/Global)
Eaton Corporation
12.2021 - Current
Senior IT Security Program/Project Manager and Scrum Master (Enterprise/Global)
Eaton Corporation
09.2013 - 12.2021
IT Manager Operational Excellence / PMO (Industrial Sector/Global and Corporate/Global)
Eaton Corporation
06.2010 - 09.2013
IT Portfolio Manager (Industrial Sector/Fluid Power/Global)
Eaton Corporation
10.2007 - 06.2010
IT Business Systems Analyst/Project Manager
Avery Dennison Corporation
06.2004 - 09.2007
MASTER’S DEGREE - Business Administration
Baldwin Wallace University
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - Computer Science
Bowling Green State University
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