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Jeff Dickson

@jeffdickson

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Senior strategic IT leader with 25+ years of experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to leverage my extensive IT leadership experience while fostering team development and driving strategic initiatives.

I am a multifaceted IT Infrastructure Leader with over 25 years of experience in building innovative technical solutions that align with enterprise objectives. My career has been marked by a unique blend of strategic vision and tactical execution, enabling me to lead dynamic teams and deliver results that exceed expectations. I have a proven track record of managing complex IT projects, including successful NAS migrations for major corporations, where I directed remote teams and achieved significant cost reductions while maintaining zero data loss.

Throughout my career, I have developed strong relationships with stakeholders and have been instrumental in orchestrating large-scale infrastructure integrations across multiple countries. My expertise spans various technical platforms, including UNIX, Windows, SAN, and NAS environments. I pride myself on being a problem solver and a forward thinker, capable of forecasting future capacity and resource needs while ensuring that all projects align with strategic IT goals. My leadership style focuses on mentoring and developing world-class technology teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

IT Infrastructure - NAS Migration Program Manager

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Affinity Inc

Jul 2016 - Present (8 years 11 months)

Directed a team of 9 remote resources in executing NAS migrations for multiple GE businesses, successfully migrating 195 storage frames with 0% data loss and reducing costs by 60%. Ensured project alignment with IT strategy and developed detailed documentation.

NAS Migration Project Management Team Leadership Vendor Relations Data Migration Documentation Risk Management

IT Infrastructure Consultant – Infrastructure Integration Program Manager

B/E Aerospace

Dec 2014 - Jul 2016 (1 year 7 months)

Led initiatives for IT infrastructure and application integrations through corporate acquisitions, managing budgets over $1M. Developed plans for integrating various IT components across multiple countries to facilitate revenue growth.

Project Management Budget Management Vendor Relations Integration Team Leadership Resource Management

IT Infrastructure Consultant – Enterprise Systems

Federal Reserve Bank

Aug 2011 - Jul 2014 (2 years 11 months)

Orchestrated server builds for Enterprise Accounting Systems, migrating over 100 UNIX servers to virtual platforms with zero defects. Provided leadership for IT infrastructure projects ensuring compliance with enterprise standards.

Server Migration Infrastructure Management Technical Documentation Compliance Virtualization Team Coordination

Manager III, Enterprise UNIX Systems

T-Mobile, USA

Jul 2008 - Jul 2011 (2 years 11 months)

Developed a UNIX system patching plan that improved patching from 60% to 100% across 2200+ servers, resulting in significant cost savings. Managed a remote team and ensured alignment of IT strategies with business objectives.

Team Management Process Improvement Vendor Management Budgeting Technical Leadership

Manager, UNIX/SAN/Backup Systems

SunCom Wireless

Apr 2000 - May 2008 (8 years 1 month)

Managed the growth of UNIX systems from 3 to over 400 servers, implementing SAN and backup systems. Led a team to ensure efficient operations and integration of new systems into the production environment.

SAN Management Backup Solutions Team Leadership Capacity Planning Process Improvement Technical Training System Integration

UNIX Systems Technical Analyst

Philip Morris, USA

Jan 1999 - May 2008 (9 years 4 months)

Provided systems administration support for a complex DEC and HPUX environment, managing over 100 servers. Coordinated backup management and built Linux servers for secure data transfer.

Systems Administration DEC Environment Backup Linux Administration Technical Support Data Security Coordination HP UX

Aviation Operations

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS

Dec 1990 - Nov 1998 (7 years 11 months)

Served as a Systems Administrator for classified UNIX environments, providing training and support for tactical data systems. Held a Top Secret clearance and was selected for specialized training.