IT Professional / IT Auditor / Software Asset Manager

PROFESSIONAL GOALS

To utilize my experience and information technology skills by providing vision and leadership in networking and systems implementation using current business technologies for a progressive corporation with aggressive designs for growth.

EXECUTIVE PROFILE

Experienced in providing business and technological services. Sound skills in overall analysis, technical infrastructure, and workflow process design and implementation. Exemplified management and leadership skills in the areas of network design and systems implementation.

HIGHLIGHTS

 Project Management

 Process Reengineering

 Systems Design and Compliance

EDUCATION

Walsh College of Accounting Troy, Michigan

Masters of Science in Business Information Technology (MSBIT) June 2003

(Information Systems Security Specialization)

University of Wisconsin LaCrosse, Wisconsin

B.S., Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems May 1999

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM) June, 2008

International Association of IT Asset Managers, Inc.

Preparing for Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Member of the DSP Minneapolis Alumni Chapter December 2006

Member of the Walsh College Alumni Association May 2004

Member of the Professional Fraternity of Delta Sigma Pi (DSP) May 1996

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

 Web Development – Macromedia MX Dreamweaver / Director / Fireworks / Flash

 Firewall / Router / Switch

 Cobol / Visual Basic / C++

 Novell NetWare

 UNIX – Sun Solaris

 Red Hat 8.0

 Microsoft

o NT 4.0, 2000, XP, Vista

o Exchange Server

o Active Directory

o Systems Management Server (SMS)

o Internet Information Services

o SQL Server 7 and 2000

Sharepoint 2007

 Information Systems Security

o Information Security Safeguards

o Threat Assessment

o Cryptography

o Building an Information Protection Program

PROCESS EXPERTISE SOFTWARE ASSET MANAGMENT

 SOX 404

 HIPPA

 COBIT

 ITIL

NIST

 ISO 17799

Computer Response Team (CERT)

HP/Symantec Altiris

Insight: License Advisor

Site/Enterprise licensed application licensed for an entire campus

Commercial

Contractual (Rockwell Automation, Siemens)

Freeware, Shareware, Beggerware

MSDN

VMware

Non Policy Compliant Software (NetStumbler, Wireshark, Microsoft Add-In(s))

Symantec

Beta Tester for Anti-virus, Firewall and IDS

Technologist

On going technology researcher for upcoming new enhancements, software and devices

Currently testing Windows 7 (Microsoft)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Security Analyst, Adecco contracted to the State of WI., Madison, Wisconsin May 2009 – July 2009

Coordinate the C3 Server Consolidation for State and Federal applications from a logical security perspective

Provide updated documentation on current department technical operating systems/devices policies, procedures & standards according but not limited to industry standards such as NIST, COBIT, ITIL and SANS.

Information Protection Compliance Coordinator & Software Asset Manager, Cargill, Inc., Minnetonka Minnesota Sept 2007 – February 2009

Responsible for information protection, records management, facility security and intellectual property for the global Cargill Animal Nutrition and closely work with platform resources to implement best practices throughout the business unit. 

Deliver and monitor IP communication/awareness programs to ensure end users are aware of information protection policies/standards and how to achieve compliance.

Work with site IP coordinators to manage quarterly IP walkthroughs and reports.

Work with Platform IP Lead to understand new and changing IP requirements.

Lead periodic IPAK reviews with key BU personnel and report to Platform IP Lead.

Educate and monitor adherence to Cargill’s confidential document labeling requirements.

ITT-Tech Adjunct Professor, ITT Educational Services, Inc., Eden Prairie, Minnesota Jan 2008 - Jan 2009

Delivers quality instruction ensuring student satisfaction by instructing students in a classroom or laboratory setting according to program objectives and course syllabi.

Develop daily lesson plans to include instructional aids

Teaches material from approved curriculum in accordance with assigned schedule to ensure student satisfaction

Assists students in achieving completion of objectives by providing regular, accurate and timely feedback to students relative to their performance.

Motivates students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process, including but not limited to, class discussions, demonstrations, outside assignments, research, enrichment activities, etc.

Completes professional development and in-service activities in accordance with college standards and/or as assigned

Maintains expertise in subject area in order to provide students with current trends and to recommend improvements in curriculum design

IT Auditor II, Northwest Airlines, Inc., Eagan Minnesota May 2007 – Sept 2007

Conduct data analysis for identification of fraud, accounting errors, and computer bugs; protection of corporate assets; consulting; provide objective analysis and guidance on the design of controls.

Perform a risk analysis of area being reviewed

Develop audit programs based on COBIT and COSO objectives and applying GAAP

Assess completeness and accuracy of data and management reports

Ensure compliance with established IT standards, policies and procedures

Provide guidance on design of controls in system development projects, business processes, and procedures prior to implementation.

Document and evaluate controls using the COBIT and COSO criteria in support of management assessment as required for Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002

Develop software and automated retrievals and testing the reliability of systems

Apply digital investigation technology and root cause analysis on data to identify abnormal and/or anomalies in the data

Develop recommendations to improve Ernst & Young’s audit approach

Senior Associate, KPMG LLP, Minneapolis Minnesota 2006-2007

Assist a wide range of organizations achieve their business objectives and mitigate risk by advising their senior executives, boards, and audit committees in the process

Evaluate the adequacy of business systems and network security using security risk models, standard IT audit security analysis tools and security products

Gather and interpret data brought about by Sarbanes-Oxley, HIPAA, and other regulatory initiatives by providing key services in internal audit and enterprise risk management

Support companies identifying and enhancing key processes affecting the operations aspects of their businesses, and help them build an integrated operation risk framework

GM OnLine Deployment Manager, General Motors Corp., Warren Michigan 2005-2006

Ensure successful GM Online program, procedure development and maintenance. Demonstrated high level of independent judgment and the ability to make decisions within the limits of general practices and procedures. Manage the GM OnLine Team of 16 contracted employees for special projects effectiveness/completion and day to day activities.

Perform the Business Unit/Country OnLine deployments of 30,000 global users by enforcing OnLine policies and strategic direction within the Business Unit/Country and for the tasks specified in the Business Unit project schedule train GM Deployment teams and Site Managers

Gathers and interprets complex data

Identifies, executes, and resolves issues at the Business Unit/Country, Site level

Reviews, rejects, approves and, as appropriate, forwards all deviations from the Business

Creates and/or distributes GM Site Manager and/or Executive Staff communications

Assists in the training, development and evaluation of employees

Corporate IT Auditor, General Motors Corp., Detroit Michigan 2001-2005

Ensure infrastructure initiatives are consistent with the organization's goals and strategic objectives. Create, develop and execute in an (efficient) manner, adequate protection for General Motors assets and information from unauthorized access, disclosure and modification. Manage the KMPG contracted employees (# dependent on scope) on various technical audits by ensuring adherence to the budget, schedule and business cost effectiveness.

Performed information technology audits to ensure the systems follow corporate guidelines and security controls are adequately incorporated into the systems. Includes NT, UNIX, firewall, router and switch infrastructure devices.

Performed operational control audits to ensure management has developed, created and executed appropriate operational controls to support the network infrastructure. Includes disaster recovery, business continuity, change management and help desk support.

Performed detailed network security analysis and reviews to identify vulnerabilities prior to launching developed systems into production.

Performed application and systems development analysis to ensure design, build, performance, and application functionality incorporates user participation, testing, monitoring, and logical security and other application control mechanisms.

EcoSystems Systems Engineer, Compuware Corporation, Farmington Hills, Michigan 1999-2001

Maintained current, clear, crisp, concise and accurate product knowledge regarding the continuing enhancements relating to versions and product releases for the EcoTOOLS / Interval Pro System software

Demonstrated cutting edge consultative skills and robust product demonstrations within the Field Sales Support division for existing and potential clients

Established a high level of communication with management, employees, and clients by accepting and utilizing new skills, techniques and methodologies

Trained, instructed, coached, and counseled employees and internal /external clients

Multi-tasked daily activities to produce work prior to deadlines while ensuring accurate, professional, and thorough information.

MIS Specialist / NT Administrator, City Of La Crosse, La Crosse, Wisconsin 1998-1999

Assisted employees and MIS department personnel with general troubleshooting including but not limited to network card installations, hardware / software configurations and TCP-IP administration

Installed and administered a stabilized Microsoft Cluster Server environment

Supported network hardware maintenance on fiber optic and 10-base-T cabling for switches, routers, and hub equipment

Computer Specialist Technician, Ashley Furniture, Industries, Arcadia, Wisconsin 1997-1998

Provided analytical, detailed, and timely resolutions of employee personal computer hardware or software troubles

Ordered, monitored, and tracked corporate computer hardware equipment prior to deployment with a standardized set-up and configurations

Ability to assist in AS400 installations and support for onsite as well as remote management and employees

Internal program training coordinator for existing and new hire employees on Microsoft Windows Operating System platforms such as 3.1, 95, 98, and NT Workstation

Computer Specialist Operator, The Company Store, Inc., La Crosse, Wisconsin 1996-1997

Assisted employees and MIS Department with general troubleshooting including but not limited to network card installations, hardware / software configurations and TCP-IP administration

Ability to assist in Novell Netware installations and support for onsite as well as remote management and employees

Administered and monitored manufacturing application (Fourth Shift) for availability and performance

REFERENCES - Excellent personal and professional references upon request

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