Dynamic professional with extensive experience in managing project schedules, resources, and budgets within IT and facility management. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and fostering cross-functional collaboration to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Site IT & Facility Manager
Vantiva USA LLC (Formerly Technicolor USA Inc.)
Norcross, GA
11.2018 - Current
Directed site operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
Managed project schedules, resources, and budgets to optimize workflow efficiency.
Managed IT Team for Corporate and Lab Infrastructure.
Developed IT Annual budget and managed the actual costs against the budget.
Managed project schedules and resources.
Provided input to ISO9001 and ISO27001 audits annually.
Provide user support throughout North America and South America.
Director Test Engineering
Technicolor USA Inc.
Lawrenceville, GA
11.2016 - 11.2018
Led cross-functional teams to enhance project delivery timelines and streamline workflows.
Developed strategic initiatives that improved operational efficiency across multiple departments.
Oversaw budget management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while optimizing resource allocation.
Mentored staff members, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance through targeted training programs.
Test Engineering Manager
Cisco Systems Inc.
Lawrenceville, GA
08.2006 - 11.2016
Led cross-functional teams to enhance testing methodologies and improve product quality.
Developed and implemented test strategies for new software releases, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Streamlined test automation processes, reducing cycle time and increasing efficiency across projects.
Provided technical guidance to team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Test Engineering Manager
Scientific Atlanta Inc.
Lawrenceville, GA
04.2001 - 08.2006
Collaborated with product management to define requirements and establish testing priorities for new features.
Conducted risk assessments to identify potential issues early in the development cycle, mitigating project delays.
Analyzed test results and provided actionable insights to stakeholders, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Implemented quality assurance best practices, resulting in reduced defects and improved product reliability.
Reviewed test data thoroughly for accuracy and completeness before presenting findings in a clear manner tailored specifically for stakeholders'' needs.
System Test Engineer
Scientific Atlanta
Lawrenceville, GA
04.1998 - 04.2001
Developed and executed comprehensive test plans for software applications.
Identified defects and collaborated with development teams for timely resolution.
Conducted system integration testing to ensure compatibility across platforms.
Offered technical guidance and advised users of alternative approaches when troubleshooting.
Hardware Design Engineer
Scientific Atlanta
Norcross, GA
04.1996 - 04.1998
Designed and validated hardware components for advanced telecommunications systems.
Led cross-functional teams in the development of innovative circuit designs.
Improved product reliability through rigorous testing and quality assurance protocols.
Streamlined design processes using CAD tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Product Engineer
Scientific Atlanta
Norcross, GA
04.1994 - 04.1996
Implemented design improvements resulting in increased product reliability and reduced failure rates.
Collaborated with factory to ensure best practices were followed during design of the product to ensure manufacturability, testability and serviceability of the products.