IT Management and Professional with over 20 years of experience leading Information Technology strategic planning and architecture programs to improve business functionality. Recognized as a leader with strengths in Engineering, Administration and Support of Information Systems. In- depth expertise in implementation, analysis, optimization, troubleshooting and documentation of LAN/WAN/SAN network systems. Experienced and effective at managing, directing and motivating teams to successfully complete projects. Technology-savvy, self-starter and adept at moving into new environments and extrapolate from existing experience to quickly adopt to new technologies fluently. Strong interpersonal skills, highly adept at facilitating discussions and negotiations with key stakeholders. * 20 years' experience planning, designing, and implementing global data. * 20 years' managing and involvement in IT support and operations functions. * 20 years involvement in organizational change processes, and IT governance processes. * Direct involvement with Govt. / Corporate and board level personnel for planning, recommending, and implementing IT programs for business. * 15 years' experience with global vendor contract negotiation and approval processes. This includes carrying sole responsibility for negotiating and implementing $25M+ RFP's and resulting contracts. * Experience in building out practices and services, working on and leading select client engagements. * Experience in driving accounts acquisition, retention, and growth by defining systematic and strategic approaches to pitch, win, service and grow the portfolio. * Key position KPIs include accounts satisfaction, growth, retention and wins worldwide. DEMONSTRATED ACHIEVEMENTS_____________________________________________________________________________________ * Developed successful Information Technology Census project plans for the governments of Pakistan, Ethiopia, Cambodia, Haiti, Guatemala and Myanmar. * Lead the assessment, design, and implementation of the UNFPA converged infrastructure utilizing virtual and cloud technologies. * Advised and provided technical guidance to over 130+ country offices worldwide. * Effective skills working and negotiating with vendors and outsourcing partners. Experienced Technology Leader * Large Network Deployments * Strategic Partnerships & Tactical Planning * ITSM and Production Management * Multi-Million Dollar Expense Management * Problem and Change Management * Contract Negotiation * End User Computing * Effective Leader & Communicator * Cloud Solutions and Disaster Recovery * Technology Innovation * ITIL/ ITSM framework * Creating synergies, managing conflict, risks and contingencies * Infrastructure design & integration * Fostering collaboration and consultative relationships * Project Management
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