Ziya Gunay

Vice President of Information Technology/ISSO

Peoples Bank And Trust

11.2005 - Current

Responsible for establishing, implementing, monitoring and enforcing information security standards and policies for the financial institution with regulatory compliance requirements
Supporting 17 branch locations
Serving as an expert advisor to the IT department, management team and board of directors
Developed and implemented an IT strategic plan that improved operational efficiency and reduced IT costs while enhancing service quality
Led the digital transformation initiatives, enabling the company to adapt to changing market dynamics, resulting in an increase in overall productivity
Oversaw the successful migration of critical business applications to the cloud, resulting in improved scalability and cost savings
Implemented a robust cybersecurity framework, reducing security incidents and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
Led major IT projects, including data center upgrades and network optimization, on time and within budget
Established and maintained strong relationships with external technology partners, negotiating favorable contracts and partnerships to enhance IT capabilities
Managed IT operations, including network administration, system support, and helpdesk services
Developed and executed disaster recovery and business continuity plans, ensuring minimal downtime during critical incidents
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align technology solutions with business needs, contributing to successful project outcomes
Serving as IT Steering Committee Chair
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