Geoffrey Lee
@geoffreylee1
Seasoned technology executive driving IT strategy and digital transformation.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned technology executive with extensive experience leading IT strategy, operations, and security for complex organizations, including financial institutions. My career has been marked by a commitment to driving digital transformation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and building resilient, high-performing teams. I excel in delivering enterprise solutions and robust security programs, aligning technology initiatives with organizational goals.
As the Founder and CEO of PulaTech Inc., I have led all aspects of IT operations, strategy, and security for a diverse client base, ensuring secure digital banking solutions. My leadership in transforming legacy applications into secure, multi-tenant SaaS platforms in AWS has been pivotal in enhancing operational efficiency and compliance. I have a proven track record in disaster recovery planning, vendor management, and enterprise application architecture, consistently delivering results that meet and exceed client expectations.
Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to mentoring teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. My strategic IT leadership has been instrumental in overseeing core banking platform migrations and enhancing digital channels while ensuring compliance with industry standards. I am passionate about leveraging technology to drive business success and am eager to bring my expertise to new challenges.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Founder & CEO
PulaTech Inc.
Aug 2011 - Present (13 years 11 months)
Led all aspects of IT operations, strategy, and security for a diverse client base, including financial institutions such as the Federal Reserve Banks of New York and Chicago, Bremer Bank, and the Bank of Indonesia, ensuring regulatory compliance and secure digital banking solutions. Architected and implemented disaster recovery and business continuity strategies, defining and testing RPO/RTO, and
Senior Technical Architect
Solonis Inc.
Jan 2002 - May 2023 (21 years 4 months)
Provided technical leadership in enterprise application architecture, automation, and API integration for custom client solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and compliance. Developed technical specifications that prioritized simplicity, efficiency, and long-term viability, and mentored development teams on delivery best practices.
Senior Manager of Solutions Development
VIDA
Jan 2021 - Nov 2022 (1 year 10 months)
Led the transformation of a legacy on-premise application to a secure, multi-tenant, serverless SaaS platform in AWS, ensuring compliance with industry standards such as HIPAA and implementing robust information security practices. Developed and tracked IT operational KPIs, managed SLAs, and reported on service delivery to executive leadership, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regul
Senior Manager of Solution Platforms, Cloud Architect
VIDA
Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)
Designed and executed the migration of core business applications to AWS, leveraging automation, API integration, and data architecture best practices to enhance scalability and resilience. Led security education initiatives, including security awareness training and phishing simulation programs, in collaboration with risk management.
Enterprise Architect
Bremer Bank
Jul 2011 - Dec 2014 (3 years 5 months)
Provided strategic IT leadership for a financial institution, overseeing enterprise architecture, core banking platform migrations, and digital channel enhancements while ensuring regulatory compliance and security standards. Led disaster recovery planning, defined and measured RPO/RTO, and participated in business continuity and resiliency programs, collaborating with federal regulators and audit
Director of Research & Development, Chief Technical Architect
Sajan Inc.
May 2003 - Jul 2011 (8 years 2 months)
Directed all IT operations, including infrastructure, network, data center management, and IT support, for a SaaS company with two geographically dispersed data centers and 500+ clients. Architected and implemented disaster recovery and business continuity strategies, including RPO/RTO definition and regular testing, and served on the business continuity team.
Software Security Analyst
Wells Fargo Bank
Nov 1999 - Dec 2002 (3 years 1 month)
Managed the Secure Access Engineering Software Security Team, establishing and enforcing software security standards for extranet applications, including code review and compliance audits. Led security education programs and training courses for internal and external teams, collaborating with risk management to mature security awareness.
Software Developer
Apex Technologies
Aug 1998 - Nov 1999 (1 year 3 months)
Developed and maintained enterprise applications for clients, focusing on secure software development and process automation. Contributed to technical specifications and documentation to ensure efficient and sustainable solutions.
Software Developer, Contract
Apex Technologies
Aug 1998 - Present (26 years 11 months)
Developed and maintained enterprise applications for clients, focusing on secure software development and process automation. Contributed to technical specifications and documentation to ensure efficient and sustainable solutions.
Software Developer
CTC Distribution
Jun 1995 - Aug 1998 (3 years 2 months)
Developed ERP and factory systems to support manufacturing operations, including rule-based quality assurance and automated data collection. Implemented process automation and integration with supply chain systems to improve operational efficiency.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Science, Economics
Studied Economics at the University of Minnesota, gaining a strong foundation in economic principles and analytical methods. Focused on understanding market dynamics and financial systems.
Brown College
Associate of Science, Computer Science
Completed an Associate of Science degree in Computer Science, focusing on foundational programming concepts and computer systems. Developed skills in software development and technical problem-solving.
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