Danielle Baumgartner
@daniellebaumgartner
Strategic IT leader with 15+ years of transformative experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a strategic IT leader with over 15 years of experience driving enterprise technology transformations and infrastructure modernization. My expertise lies in aligning IT initiatives with business objectives, managing multi-million-dollar budgets, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results. I have a proven track record in IT governance, cloud migration, and cybersecurity, ensuring that technology serves as a catalyst for business growth.
At Rock Valley College, I directed a $3.7M IT budget, achieving significant cost savings through strategic vendor negotiations and spearheading a $2.8M network redesign. My leadership of a 22-member IT team resulted in a remarkable 43.5% increase in operational efficiency. I am adept at implementing innovative solutions that enhance reliability, scalability, and security, ensuring that organizations are well-equipped to meet the challenges of the digital age.
My commitment to continuous improvement and customer-centric approaches has driven successful projects, including seamless ERP migrations to AWS Cloud and the deployment of advanced cybersecurity measures. I am passionate about leveraging technology to create value and foster a culture of collaboration and excellence within teams.
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Executive Director of IT
Rock Valley College
May 2021 - Present (4 years 1 month)
Directed a $3.7M IT budget, achieving $500K in annual cost savings through strategic vendor negotiations. Spearheaded a $2.8M network redesign and delivered a seamless ERP migration to AWS Cloud, enhancing scalability and reducing downtime by 25%. Led a 22-member IT team, increasing operational efficiency by 43.5% through ITIL-based practices.
Interim Executive Director of Technology
Rock Valley College
Oct 2020 - May 2021 (7 months)
Maintained continuity of IT leadership and advanced key infrastructure projects during a leadership transition, ensuring operational stability and project progression.
Senior System Administrator
Rock Valley College
Jul 2016 - Oct 2020 (4 years 3 months)
Migrated on-premises systems to cloud platforms, reducing operational costs by 20%. Deployed a campus-wide VoIP system, saving $15K annually and integrated containerization technologies to streamline development.
System Administrator
Specialty Screw Corporation
Mar 2015 - Jul 2016 (1 year 4 months)
Resolved a ransomware attack within two hours, minimizing operational and data losses. Transitioned to a modern VoIP system, reducing communication costs by 20%.
System Administrator
Southern Imperial, Inc.
Mar 2014 - Dec 2014 (9 months)
Upgraded network infrastructure with Cisco hardware, improving reliability and scalability. Enhanced wireless network performance by reconfiguring Aruba access points.
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