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Aris Sanchez

@arissanchez

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Senior IT Manager with expertise in Cyber Security and IT Strategy.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I seek a challenging role in IT management that fosters innovation and growth.

I am a seasoned IT professional with extensive experience in IT Strategy, Cyber Security, Leadership, IT Operations, IT Governance, and Compliance. My career spans across the Non-Profit, Public, and Private sectors, where I have successfully led high-stakes, multi-million-dollar projects. I possess a deep understanding of enterprise-level technology solutions, continuously enhanced through ongoing professional development and industry certifications.

Throughout my career, I have driven technological innovations and optimized IT infrastructures to support business growth and agility. My leadership has ensured that IT initiatives align with regulatory frameworks while delivering secure and scalable solutions. Known for my strong work ethic and problem-solving abilities, I excel at aligning IT architectures with organizational goals, ensuring operational efficiency, and providing expert analysis for corporate technology acquisitions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

IT Project Manager

Bank of Montreal

Mar 2023 - Sep 2024 (1 year 6 months)

Led a major strategic program to deliver a Managed SDWAN solution for Bank of Montreal, overseeing the conversion readiness of over 500 locations in under 6 months. Managed a team of 10 and collaborated with various partners to ensure successful project execution.

Project Management Team Leadership Stakeholder Management Agile Methodologies Risk Management Communication Vendor Management Change Management

IT Program Manager/Project Manager

ATCO

Feb 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 10 months)

Oversaw four major projects including SD WAN transformation and MS Teams implementation across 126 sites. Led discovery and assessment initiatives, managed vendor relationships, and implemented continuous process improvements.

Teams Project Management Vendor Management Process Improvement Risk Management Communication Team Leadership Change Management

IT Project Manager

Prospera Credit Union

Aug 2020 - Feb 2021 (6 months)

Managed the full-scale migration of Exchange Online and O365, overseeing technical teams and ensuring project milestones were met. Developed migration strategies and provided leadership to internal resources.

O365 Migration Project Management Team Leadership Exchange Online Communication Risk Management Technical Leadership Change Management

IT Project Manager

Federated Cooperated Limited

Apr 2020 - Aug 2020 (4 months)

Managed the implementation of Exchange and O365 migrations, ensuring effective utilization of staff and maintaining operational performance reporting. Provided user training and prepared weekly project status reports.

O365 Migration Project Management User Training Communication Team Leadership performance reporting Change Management Risk Management

IT Manager

Edmonton Public Library

Dec 2018 - Mar 2019 (3 months)

Defined and delivered strategic IT plans, managed vendor relationships, and established operational standards. Oversaw IT team performance and ensured alignment with organizational goals.

Vendor Management Team Leadership Communication Project Management Budgeting Performance Management

IT Project Manager

Aurora Cannabis

Feb 2018 - Nov 2018 (9 months)

Led the delivery of MS Teams Voice and SD WAN projects, coordinating design and implementation efforts. Managed vendor relationships and ensured project alignment with business strategies.

Teams Project Management Vendor Management Communication Team Leadership Change Management Risk Management

Director of IT

Alberta Urban Municipalities Association

Jun 2015 - Feb 2018 (2 years 8 months)

Strengthened IT infrastructure by implementing new technologies and developing internal governance frameworks. Managed vendor relationships and created annual IT business plans.

IT Governance Vendor Management Project Management Communication Team Leadership Infrastructure Management Change Management Risk Management

IT Manager

Executive Flight Center

Sep 2013 - Mar 2015 (1 year 6 months)

Managed IT operations and strategic initiatives, ensuring technology aligned with corporate goals. Oversaw endpoint management and developed IT strategy and project roadmap.

Strategy Project Management Communication Team Leadership Process Improvement Vendor Management Risk Management

IT Project Manager

Alberta Health Services

Mar 2013 - Jul 2013 (4 months)

Led the deployment of 13,000 devices across Alberta, managing a large team and ensuring project protocols were followed. Collaborated with technical teams to enhance project outcomes.

Device Management Project Management Team Leadership Communication Risk Management Collaboration Change Management

IT Project Manager

Microserve

Jul 2012 - Mar 2013 (8 months)

Managed project risks and issues, facilitating planning sessions and ensuring customer satisfaction. Conducted gap analysis and defined communication plans for project success.