Travis Russell
Clayton,NC
Summary
Proven professional with expertise in both cloud and telecommunications security and technology. Recognized globally for cyber and telecom expertise in both commercial and government. Expert in wireless communications 3G/4G/5G/6G and uses for these technologies.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Cybersecurity Office
Oracle USA
01.2020 - Current
- Featured at many industry and government events as global industry expert in telecommunications and cybersecurity
- Actively participated and contributed to global industry cybersecurity standards for cloud and 5G
- Represent Oracle in Federal Advisory Councils such as WH NSTAC and FCC CSRIC, providing expertise in telecommunications cybersecurity
- Providing expertise in global cybersecurity policy for cloud and communications to governments
- Work closely with Defense and Intelligence team and their customers in identifying opportunities for cloud and communications
Director, Technical Marketing
Oracle USA
01.2007 - 01.2020
- Participated in industry standards and trade associations as global expert on data and telecom security
- Acted as liaison between company and government
- Identified vulnerabilities in global telecoms network and briefed multiple government agencies
- Designed and consulted global telecom signaling network US DoD DISA and worked closely with their engineering teams on implementation
- Participated in industry events and trade shows as industry expert
Director, International Sales
Tekelec/Oracle USA
06.2000 - 01.2007
- Formed strategic partnerships and connected with potential clients to drive business development.
- Assisted with sales and marketing strategies to foster achievement of revenue goals.
- Developed relationships with clients and potential clients to improve business growth.
- Retained 100% of clients and brought in 3 new clients resulting in increased revenue and improved customer satisfaction scores.
- Increased annual sales from $2M to +$7M
Sr. Manager
Tekelec
12.1990 - 05.2000
- Developed sales collateral and technical white papers on telecom systems
- Developed the first customer technical documentation on complex network systems
- Delivered speeches and presentations at numerous key industry events worldwide
Sr. Manager, International Training Center
Memorex Telex Switching Division
06.1985 - 12.1989
- Designed and built three world-class training centers and labs for digital systems
- Managed staff of 4 instructors and administrator, reporting into VP of Engineering
- Created training curriculum and trained other staff
- Developed testing for all company employees who came for training and provided documentation for their personnel records
- Managed our Chinese relationship and acted as host and ambassador when delegations and officials came for training
- Conducted performance evaluations, compensations and hiring to maintain appropriate staffing requirements.
Sr. Manager, Field Engineer
Memorex Telex Switching Division
12.1984 - 12.1985
- Senior leader in the field engineering team responsible for key customer accounts
- Installation and maintenance of complex switching systems, both analog and digital
Sr. Field Engineer
Pacific Telephone
06.1980 - 12.1984
- Highest skilled field engineer in the district receiving several awards for excellence, including the Bell System Exceptional Contribution Award
- Only engineer to be cross trained on switching and data networks/special services
- Fast tracked from installation to repair bureau as recognized expert in the field
Skills
- Skilled communicator of complex topics
- Cybersecurity and global trends
- Cloud and 5G/6G telecommunications
- Global cybersecurity standards
- Global cyber policy
Timeline
Head of Cybersecurity Office
Oracle USA
01.2020 - Current
Director, Technical Marketing
Oracle USA
01.2007 - 01.2020
Director, International Sales
Tekelec/Oracle USA
06.2000 - 01.2007
Sr. Manager
Tekelec
12.1990 - 05.2000
Sr. Manager, International Training Center
Memorex Telex Switching Division
06.1985 - 12.1989
Sr. Manager, Field Engineer
Memorex Telex Switching Division
12.1984 - 12.1985
Sr. Field Engineer
Pacific Telephone
06.1980 - 12.1984
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