JEREMI ALBRIZIO

**** *. *********** *****, ****, AZ • 480-***-**** • adug1i@r.postjobfree.com

ACCOMPLISHED INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY PROFESSIONAL

IT Manager • Director of IT Security • Director of IT • Chief Information Security Officer • CIO

Cybersecurity Frameworks • IT/Data Governance • Technical Leadership • Cloud Migrations

Reduced Latency • Enhanced Disaster Recovery • Designed Databases • Automated Processes

CISSP • Parallels Certified Engineer • DoD Fiber Optic Certification • DoD Secret Clearance

Profile

Talented Systems Security professional with extensive experience managing large-scale complex IT projects and programs leading to cost saving and profitability in highly technical environments. Skilled in analyzing and troubleshooting data, reducing risks, initiating new processes to drive overall security, and leading high-performing IT teams. Proficient in managing implementations and maintenance for multiple industries, servicing small local-based companies to established international legacy corporations. In-depth knowledge of ITAR and EAR export controls, along with an understanding of TLP, ISACs, and ISAOs. Adept at leading data management and business transformation by utilizing technical acumen and advanced methodologies.

Accomplishments

Accomplished building a new dynamic internal team with increased morale to support the business through superior performance/faster resolutions.

Consistently finding new avenues of revenue or finding cost-saving solutions that drive profitability

Built IT programs and Security programs from the ground up.

Obtained ISO 27001 certification to manage information security that generated millions in revenue from new clients globally.

Boosted company-wide and district-wide security posture by setting efficient operating system standards.

Developed cyber security program, including leading multiple successful product implementations.

Resolved security-related complex issues promptly by partnering with departments and external groups.

WORK EXPERIENCE

FirstPass Engineering/Synopsys; Gilbert, AZ July 2019 - Dec 2022

Information Technology Security Manager / ISSM / CISO

●Generated $40M+ in revenue growth by creating new avenues of business.

●Yielded a 20% reduction in downtime by migrating from physical servers to VMware clusters and implementing failover and san storage systems.

●Drove a 20% increase in new hire productivity by automating onboarding procedures.

●Assisted 150 engineers with chip design by providing low-latency computing for high-demand projects, fulfilling all deliverables at high quality with consideration to tight deadlines

●Accelerated end-user ticket resolution from 5 days to under 1 day.

●Achieved DOD authorization to operate by resurrecting the failing defense program and following nist800-53 standards and the NISPOM, which generated millions in new business.

●Wrote all 24 Information security policies and achieved ISO27001 Certification for the company, generating millions in revenue.

●Appointed as the CISO by the board of directors shortly after being hired.

●Developed the Information security program from the ground up.

●Managed IT Staff in both USA and Mexico to ensure smooth operations and ensured ITAR/EAR compliance.

●Provided company-wide leadership in all areas of security, loss control, and cyber security.

●Enhanced company-wide/district-wide security posture by setting efficient operating standards.

●Led multiple successful product implementations while developing a cybersecurity program.

●Teamed with departments and external groups to effectively resolve security-related issues.

●Guided IT personnel Company-wide on how to resolve security-related issues.

●Created Customized Automation for server updates.

●In-depth knowledge of ITAR and EAR export controls.

●Implemented Nist800 for special projects.

●Headed Major product implementations, including Asset Management, Email migration to 365 using a hybrid environment, and User awareness training.

●Headed migrations of physical machines to virtual machines in VMWare, AWS, or Azure.

Maricopa Community Colleges District Office; Tempe, AZ Nov 2012 - July 2019

Enterprise Systems Administrator/Director, IT Security/Sr. IT Security Officer

●MCCCD is the second largest community college in the nation, with over 2.4 million combined active and inactive students and 10,000 employees.

●Provided college-wide leadership in all areas of security, best practices, and loss control.

●Elected as the Management Administration and Technology President for the District office.

●Boosted team morale, resulting in enhanced business practices and faster resolutions.

●Accomplished building a new dynamic internal team with increased morale to support the business through superior performance/faster resolutions.

●Engaged stakeholders on large-scale projects, ensuring fulfillment of objectives and deadlines.

●Mediated issues between managers and employees to ensure a drama-free workplace.

●Met with Stakeholders on large-scale projects to ensure project objectives are achieved and deadlines are met.

●Worked with teams to troubleshoot NAS issues with 3par, Nimble, or Synology.

●Advised on strategic planning and appropriate risk mitigation strategies, as well as support with copyright/software piracy issues.

●Teamed with Colleges, departments, and external groups to effectively resolve security-related issues.

●Oversee and provide direction for major security-related projects for ERPs and other various Enterprise systems.

●Participate and provide leadership on various committees, councils, policy development, and process improvement teams.

●Observe security conditions and conduct ongoing analysis of internal and external data.

●Provide guidance and direction on privacy matters such as FERPA, HIPPA, and PCI-DSS.

●Assist with copyright and software piracy issues across the district.

●Advise administration on strategic planning and appropriate risk mitigation strategies.

●Headed Major product implementations, including Thycotic PAM, ELK, and Designing a new SDLC.

Blue Global Media, Scottsdale, AZ Oct 2012 - Nov 2012

Technical Consultant

●Resolved a broad range of issues related to software functionality in complex web applications.

●Increased security and developed applications to assist with content publishing.

●Application server setup, database backup and restore, data analysis, Virtual Server backup and restore.

●Operating system configuration, performance tuning, installation, migration, and upgrades.

●Created Customized Automation and data integration import/exports for Unix/Linux servers.

Blackboard Transact; Phoenix, AZ Nov 2005 - Sep 2012

Technical Support Manager Business Consultant

●Delivered technical resolutions and Unix/Windows customizations for System Administrators.

●Resolved major client issues, which saved millions in lost manhours.

●Provided Information security advice on various topics such as PCI-DSS, FERPA, and HIPAA.

●Collaborated with Clients via on-site meetings, presentations, and remote conversations.

●Assisted with the decision-making process that pertains to the installation of Enterprise Transactional software.

●Managed Support staff servicing around 500 Colleges and Universities across North America

●Provided client management, inclusive communications, immediate follow-through, and advocacy.

EdgeTech; Phoenix, AZ May 2007 - June 2009

Technical Consultant

●Installed and repaired Linux/Unix Business servers and Networks.

●Attained expertise in LAN/WAN, networking, hardware configuration, and data backup protocol.

●Set up and administered Apache web servers on Red Hat Linux platforms.

●Developed and implemented custom scripts for backups, monitoring, and migrations.

●Performed database import/exports for customer Linux/Unix servers.

●Configured network services and file transfers for Windows and Linux Server builds.

Gate6; Phoenix, AZ Nov 2006 - May 2007

Lead IT Specialist

●Managed IT staff in India to support upgrades and implementations.

●Installed and repaired Linux/windows servers and Networks.

●Configured applications and network services in Windows and Linux environments.

●Developed custom scripts for backups, monitoring, migrations, and Database import/exports.

Volt-2wire; Tempe, AZ Oct 2004 - Nov 2005

Technical Support Analyst

●Installation and repair of Dial, DSL, and Home Networking equipment.

●Assisted in calming down Stressed customers and ensuring a smooth and quick installation over the phone.

Navy; USS NIMITZ, (CVN86) Sep 1998 - Nov 2003

Communications Technician Petty Officer 2nd class

●Managed up to 21 personnel who provided security and safety for the military and equipment.

●Scheduled vacation time, and processed personnel request paperwork.

●Managed the Installation and repair of servers and equipment for internal and external communications, alarm systems, Unix Telephone, and Satellite TV.

●Responsible for the training, welfare, morale, and vigilance of junior personnel.

●Responsible for planning and implementing installation and maintenance for mission-critical systems.

●Managed work center budget, ordered parts and supplies, and ensured processes were followed as instructed.

●Troubleshooting alerts from Spectrum Core Administration and other monitoring systems.

●Identified downed nodes on closed-loop networks.

●Provided accurate documentation for legacy systems and proprietary applications necessary administration.

●Monitored software used for military operations systems.

EDUCATION

Capella University, Minneapolis, MN Expected 2024

Bachelor of Science

TECHNOLOGIES, CERTIFICATIONS, AFFILIATIONS, AWARDS, & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Operating Systems: Windows: Windows Server, Windows home and pro, Unix: HP-UX, AIX, BSD, Sun Solaris, Linux: Suse, Red Hat Enterprise, Fedora Core, Mandriva, Debian, Ubuntu Network Application Software/Services: Cisco, Palo Alto,Terminal Services, Ghost, Track IT, ssl, tls, pki, ssh, rsh, telnet, ftps, sftp, VNC, LAN, WAN, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, DSL, Aventail, VPN, Wireless, Ethernet, Routers, Switches and Hubs

Application Software: Active Directory, Exchange Server, PeopleSoft, Adobe Photoshop, MS Project, OnepagePMO, MS Works, MS Publisher, MS FrontPage, WinZip, Flash, HTML, Mssql, Mysql, Raima, Postgres, IIS, Confluence, Quickbooks, Netbackup, Python, Bash, Batch, VMWare Azure, AWS, IIS Apache, PHP, HTML, Java, Javascript, Veeam, Barracuda

Hardware: Dell, HP, Gateway, Compaq, IBM, Toshiba, Barracuda, HP 3par, HM Nimble, Synology, Qnap, Palo Alto, Sonicwall, Cisco Pix 501 and Cisco Pix 515, Cisco 2400, modems, various printers and peripherals, Routers, Switches and Hubs, Wireless, Ethernet and Line drivers, USB, PCI, Serial, HPNA

Certifications: Parallels Certified Engineer, DOD Secret Clearance, Cable Way Inspector Certification, DOD Fiber Optic Cert

Compliance:HIPAA, FERPA, ISO27001, SOC2, CMMC, NISPOM, NISP, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, RMF, eMASS, eQIP, eFOCI

Affiliations: Lifetime learner with more than 210 Completed college credits 4.0 GPA, Member of 2 national honor societies, the NSLS and the Honor Society

Awards: MCCCD Bravo Award, Good Conduct Award, Sea Service Award, National Defense Medal, Naval Achievement Medal

Selected by campus administration to participate among top students in a leadership program, including:

Leadership Training Day: Trained in leadership and success skills via an introspective and interactive training session.

Speaker Events: Participated in seminars led by celebrities and best-selling authors on topics such as leadership, time management, and goal setting.

Success Networking Teams:

oParticipated in peer-based leadership development teams

oExperience in setting and achieving goals, receiving coaching, coaching others, and holding others accountable to commitments.

Professional Development: Electrical Core, Engineering Common Core, IC “A” School, DOD Cableway Improvement Program, Cleveland Institute of Electronics, DOD ORM Training, M.C.C., Skill Path Customer Service, Oracle DBA Admin and Management, TCNU, Sans 504 Training, Sans 555 Training, Sans MGT414 Training, Studying for CISSP, Communications Fireman Apprentice, Communications Fireman, Spectrum L1 Core Admin Training

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