TIMOTHY MCCABE Home Office #: 860-***-****
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South Windsor, CT 06074 Email : *********@***.***
Career Summary
Broadly skilled Business Technology professional with substantial
experience in IT infrastructure support, audit, and project management.
Experience managing multiple IT Service Management disciplines using ITIL
methods, processes, and best practices. Skilled at analyzing customer
needs, identifying effective solutions to meet IT governance and audit
requirements, and implementing recommendations that ensure the integrity of
organization assets. Certifications include Certified Information Systems
Auditor (CISA), ITIL Foundation in IT Service Management, ITIL Practitioner
Certification in Service Level Management
Professional Experience
Aetna, Inc., Hartford, Connecticut 1995-2010
Senior Technical Manager Infrastructure (1999-2010)
Served as Audit Liaison for IT to ensure compliance with Internal/External
Audit, Department of Insurance, SAS70, National Accounts, and Sarbanes-
Oxley reviews. Managed teams responsible for IT Service Management
functions including Availability, Incident, Problem, Configuration, and
Service Level Management.
. Managed all aspects of audit activities impacting IT Service Management
including planning, execution, reporting, and issue closure.
. Developed status reports and presentations for senior management on risk
assessments, internal controls, audit plans, and outstanding issues.
. Ensured appropriate management action plans and governance activities
were implemented by management to close open audit issues and mitigate
risks.
. Developed and implemented Sarbanes-Oxley test programs for IT to ensure
cost effectiveness and sustainable compliance. Partnered with Internal
Audit and Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance Group to schedule and manage
execution of annual test programs.
. Trained in fundamentals of DIACAP (Department of Defense Information
Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process) in preparation for
securing contract with the government.
. Managed a team in the appraisal and certification of CMMI Level 2 for IT
service department. Results provided improved effectiveness, efficiency,
and quality of services.
. Implemented a comprehensive service level management process including
development of service catalog, service level agreements, metric
reporting system, and annual service improvement reviews.
. Established a service level governance process for both IT and business
customers to help improve IT services delivered. Increased application
availability 17 basis points.
. Developed and implemented an extensive Incident and Problem Management
framework across IT based on ITIL best practices. Enhanced process
helped reduce system outages by 30%.
. Managed availability for portfolio of financial systems to ensure
service level agreements were met and system performance was maximized
to meet business objectives.
. Managed a team of system engineers and code migrators responsible for
ensuring integrity and synchronization of application code assets for
the corporation.
. Developed strategic operating plans in department which improved
efficiency and effectiveness of process and procedures and improved
customer/partner relationships. Implemented a rewards and recognition
program which demonstrated improved results in annual employee survey.
. Served as Chief of Staff for Director of Production Services and managed
$10M budget and financial reporting process for department of 110 people.
IT Audit Consultant, Middletown, CT (1995-1999)
Provided ongoing technical and general controls consulting on existing
application systems under development to financial auditors, IT personnel,
business and executive management.
. Developed and implemented an audit approach for application control
reviews. This initiative focused on streamlining the audit process
integrating both financial and IT auditors.
. Participated on audit leadership team to implement process and IT
governance framework according to COBIT (Control Objectives for
Information Technology).
. Received letter of commendation from Director of Operations for work
on internal data center review which resulted in extensive
enhancements to physical security controls over complex.
TIMOTHY MCCABE Home Office #: 860-***-****
135 Quail Run Cell #: 860-***-****
South Windsor, CT 06074 Email : *********@***.***
Shawmut National Corporation, Hartford, CT 1992-1995
IT Audit Officer
Provided ongoing technical support for the automated audit system including
system administration, application development, and problem management.
Supervised IT Audit activities including planning, risk assessment, scope
setting, fieldwork, report writing, and evaluations.
. Managed implementation of audit automation system from authorization
to final testing and training, creating a standard and consistent
process for generation of work papers. This system was marketed and
sold to companies throughout the United States generating sales over
$500,000.
. Created standard process for performing IT audits in the areas of PCs
and LANs. Developed and provided training programs for orienting 80-
person audit staff.
. Participated in various IT projects such as the formalization of
Security Coordinator function resulting in stronger compliance to
employee security control requirements.
. Implemented an issue tracking system to ensure timely closure of
outstanding audit and regulatory issues sited during reviews.
Developed reporting system for senior management and audit committee.
. Provided appropriate guidance and recommendations on control issues to
senior management.
Society for Savings, Hartford, CT 1988-1992
IT Audit Manager
. Managed the IT Audit function to ensure integrity of the Bank's
IT systems.
. Developed and executed technical IT auditing programs to ensure
integrity and security of PCs, LANs, and mainframes. Areas of
concentration included Novell and IBM.
. Developed audit software routines utilizing CA Easytrieve Plus
to facilitate testing of financial systems.
. Participated in major IT and business initiatives proactively advising
management on internal controls for vendor services and new systems
development.
. Negotiated and communicated audit recommendations to senior
management.
Coopers & Lybrand, Hartford, CT 1985-1988
Senior IT Auditor
. Performed over 50 general controls reviews at client data centers.
. Supervised 3 IT Auditors in the performance of extensive application
and general control reviews for a client base of Fortune 500
manufacturing, insurance, and financial institutions.
. Participated in determining IT Audit scope and objectives.
. Presented audit recommendations to client management for
resolution and implementation.
. Performed numerous application reviews including GL, AP, and
inventory.
Education
University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 1985
B.S., Business Administration; Major: Management Information Systems
Certifications & Memberships
ITIL Foundation Certification: IT Service Management
ITIL Practitioner Certification: Service Level Management
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Board Member - Information System Audit and Control Association (ISACA)
Member - Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
Personal Interests
Enjoy golf, basketball, skiing, and fishing
Actively coach youth sports in my community