Dynamic Cloud Security Leader with 10+ years of experience directing, designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-level solutions. Proven expertise in developing security strategies, conducting risk assessments, and implementing compliance frameworks. Demonstrated success in translating business requirements into technical solutions while reducing costs and enhancing security posture. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams and managing multi-million dollar technology portfolios.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Cloud Security Architecture
Regulatory Compliance
Strategic Planning
IT Operations Management
Project Governance
Risk Assessment
Team Leadership
Vendor Management
Process Automation
Identity & Access Management
Incident Response
Cost Optimization
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CORTEVA
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Johnston, Iowa
IT Director, Cloud Security Services
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July 2023 - Present
Provide strategic leadership for 3 teams with 20 direct reports across security and operations, establishing clear roadmaps that align with business objectives
Led migration of 2,500 domains to DMARC compliance with zero business disruption, significantly enhancing email security posture
Received "cutting-edge" ratings for two teams in external company wide audit
Established comprehensive Azure governance models for standard and sensitive data classifications
Created and implemented security awareness training that reduced phishing click-through rates by 58% (from 5.2% to 2.2%)
Managed $5M+ annual vendor portfolio, reducing IT security spend by over $1M through strategic cost optimization
Implemented enterprise-wide CNAPP solution (CSPM/DSPM/CWPP) with successful adoption by 100+ application teams
Orchestrated email infrastructure migration to hardened servers to mitigate zero-day exploits
Led comprehensive review and security implementation of Microsoft Copilot, ensuring enterprise-grade security controls and compliance alignment
Implemented corporate-wide AI governance strategies for cloud security, establishing frameworks for responsible AI adoption and risk mitigation
CHEVRON PHILLIPS CHEMICAL COMPANY
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The Woodlands, Texas
Cloud Security Architect
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April 2022 - July 2023
Migrated 300+ applications to Azure SSO from disparate authentication systems, implementing privileged identity management best practices
Led and managed a team of 5 offshore Azure security specialists, overseeing hiring and daily operations
Established 50+ identity governance standards and lifecycle management protocols for applications and access
Implemented CNAPP security tools leveraging CIS 1.2 baselines to detect environmental drift and CSPM inconsistencies
Deployed and managed EDR solutions across cloud and on-premises environments (Microsoft Defender and Crowdstrike)
Participated in red team/blue team exercises, developing actionable security improvement plans
