It Security Manager

GEORGE A. CUARTERO

Experienced IT and operations professionals with over 20 years of success in office management and IT leadership. Skilled in managing infrastructure, leading teams, and implementing secure, efficient systems across diverse environments.

Expertise includes ERP systems, networking, virtualization, IT security, service management, and document storage. Known for a detail-oriented approach and consistently delivering high-quality support and solutions.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

* Over 20 years of proven experience as an IT Manager and Consultant, delivering strategic leadership and hands-on expertise.

* Skilled in IT team management, process consulting, web technologies, mentoring, e-discovery, wireless and wired networking, backup and recovery, telephony systems, and project management.

* Strong proficiency in TCP/IP, routing, virtualization, and SAP BASIS administration.

* Demonstrated success in designing and building IT infrastructures from the ground up.

* Experienced in developing KPIs to measure department performance and managing annual IT budgeting to align technology initiatives with business goals. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Deskside Support to Analyst Information Tech (2003- Present) - Bernardo Metal Product Ltd., Mississauga, ON

Promoted from deskside support to lead full IT network and system management, in recognition of consistently outstanding performance and technical expertise. Architected and now oversee the entire BMP & APCL network and server infrastructure, ensuring optimal reliability and security. Performs advanced administrative tasks, while managing daily operations delivering consistent uptime of Elliott system and Internet connectivity. Founder and CEO (2014-2022) - GOTECHNO CORPORATION - Quezon City, Philippines

Co-authored the flagship Retail One (R1) system to support retail operations and efficiency. Led end-to-end management of contract projects, including planning, installation, testing, and commissioning. Handled vendor relations with suppliers and distributors to ensure service quality and cost control.

Defined annual sales targets for profit centers, established KPIs, and managed daily operations to drive productivity, align with strategic goals, and optimize overall business performance. IT Manager (2014-2020) - COBANKIAT HARDWARE INC. - Binondo, Manila, Philippines

Oversee the full internal software development lifecycle, collaborating with users from requirements gathering and system design through coding, testing, debugging, UAT, and final delivery. Manages KPI tracking, IT budgeting, and ensures alignment with business goals. Leads evaluation and implementation of hardware, networking, and software solutions to support operational efficiency and long-term business strategy. Head of IT Operations (2010-2014 ) - WARP9MICRO SOLUTIONS INC. – Manila/San Francisco, California

Lead the planning, design, implementation, and management of all Warp9 production systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and scalability. Oversee company servers, databases, and the software production environment with a focus on operational continuity. Continuously evaluate and recommend practical technologies that align with business objectives and support long-term growth.

IT Manager/CTO (2004-2010)

UPT-TOWN INDUSTRIAL SALES INC. - Mandaluyong City, Philippines Provide strategic leadership across the full software development lifecycle—partnering with internal stakeholders to drive requirements gathering, system architecture, development, testing, validation, UAT, and deployment. Ensure alignment of technical solutions with business objectives.

Oversee vendor relationships, negotiating contracts and managing performance to support scalability, cost-efficiency, and long-term partnerships. Network & Systems Administrator (2002-2004) - EVER GROUP OF COMPANIES - Manila

City, Philippines

Manages server system, database systems. Conducts routine inspection of production systems software and database integrity. Create scripts for new bundle products to shorten the time needed to create the new products. Mentoring of it staff and data processors to prepare them for higher responsibilities

Network & Systems Administrator (2001-2003) - O2RUN SYSTEMS - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Architected, built, and managed the complete O2run network and server infrastructure, ensuring robust performance and security. Led training and development of junior administrators, empowering them to handle advanced administrative tasks independently. Directed operations for delivering reliable internet connectivity to commercial and residential buildings, overseeing network design, installation, and ongoing maintenance. EDUCATION & TRAINING

BSBA 1986-1995

UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS, MANILA PHILIPPINES

Meraki SDWAN networking stack Firewall and WIFI

MTCNA, MTCWE - Mikrotik Training Center

SAP B1, SAP EHP6 BASIS – Fasttrack Solutions & Appcentric LAW 6.0 -Lexis Nexis

Telephone system - Sangoma Technologies

Server 2000, 2003, 2008, 2012, 2019 – Various Microsoft training AWS End user computing for remote work and learning Elliott Manufacturing System

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