IT Security & Infrastructure Leader

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Professional Summary

IT Security and Infrastructure Leader with 15+ years of experience supporting enterprise Windows, networking, virtualization, and security operations. Proven ability to resolve complex infrastructure issues, lead identity and network projects, and support reliable service delivery across multi-office environments. CISSP certified with strong experience in Active Directory, server administration, and multi-vendor security tools. Core Competencies

• Core Competencies: IT Security Administration, Network Infrastructure, Firewall & IDS/IPS Technologies, Regulatory & Compliance Frameworks, Incident Response & Risk Mitigation, Vendor & Project Management, Windows Server & Active Directory, Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V), Messaging & Email Security, IT Governance & Documentation

• Security & Networking: Cisco ASA, Juniper, SonicWall, WatchGuard, CheckPoint, NetGear, Snort, Arctic Wolf, Trigeo

• Infrastructure: Dell, HP, IBM servers, Intel & 3Com switches

• Systems: Windows Server (2000–2012), Active Directory, Exchange (5.5–2010), SQL, VMware, SAP, Citrix XenServer & XenDesktop

• Tools: Photoshop, Mitel, Pervasive, PostgreSQL, AVAST Professional Experience

Sikich LLP 2015 - 2025

Internal IT Security Administrator Naperville, IL

• Led internal IT security operations for a multi-office professional services firm, including access control, Windows Server and Active Directory administration, system security, and compliance activities.

• Served as Project Lead for major security initiatives, including identity management, MFA rollout, Active Directory enhancements, and network segmentation projects.

• Managed vendors, negotiated contracts, and oversaw ongoing security service delivery.

• Administered Windows systems, VMware environments, security monitoring tools, and network infrastructure supporting organizational uptime.

Integra HealthCare Equipment 2012 - 2015

IT Director Elmhurst, IL

• Directed all organizational IT operations and security programs, serving as the escalation point for infrastructure, networking, and systems issues.

• Oversaw vendor relationships, procurement, and contract performance.

• Led infrastructure upgrades, regulatory compliance assessments, network expansion projects, and root cause analysis for complex technology issues.

• Maintained IT governance including policies, procedures, and disaster recovery planning. Diamond Bank, FSB 2008 - 2012

IT Director Schaumburg, IL

• Managed enterprise IT operations including WAN/LAN architecture, Hyper-V, and branch deployments.

• Delivered infrastructure modernization projects improving security and scalability.

• Developed bank-wide IT governance, security procedures, and policy documentation.

• Supported internal audits and FDIC regulatory examinations with required IT evidence and documentation. First Chicago Bank & Trust 2004 - 2008

Senior Network Administrator & Department Manager Itasca, IL

• Directed IS Department operations including network administration, security, and messaging systems.

• Administered enterprise voice and data communication systems including messaging architecture and security layers.

• Served as technology liaison during bank mergers, regulatory reviews, and internal audits.

• Managed Active Directory, Exchange messaging, and enterprise security tools. Carlton Wesley Group 2002 - 2004

Principal Consultant

• Provided technology consulting for financial institutions including messaging, directory services, and overall system architecture.

• Led web-based project development and infrastructure redesigns.

• Delivered IT advisory, troubleshooting, and solution design services across diverse environments. NEC - Visual Systems Division 1999 - 2002

Western Region Support Specialist

• Supported NEC’s visual systems products across the western region, including technical training and documentation development.

• Coordinated support engineering activities and represented NEC at trade shows and industry events. Certifications

• CISSP

• MCSA

• MCSA 2000

• CompTIA Security+

• MCP

Education

Aurora University 1998

B.S., Communications & Political Science Aurora, IL

• Achievements: 4-Year Varsity Athlete

SANS Institute

Network Security & CISSP Coursework

IIT Chicago

Network Administration & MCSE Track

MicroTrain

Network Security

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