Gregory Cothran
Details
Security+
CompTIA
2017 : 2017
Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare
Cyber Security Technical School
2017 : 2017
Cyber Security Overview for Managers - 6 Hours
Cyber Security
US Department of Homeland Security
2015 : 2015
Certificate of Training
Security & Integrity
Georgia Bureau of Investigation Training Center
2014 : 2014
Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
Methodology of Software Development
Scrum Alliance
2014 : 2014
Enterprise Services
Lead and manage global team of professionals responsible for scoping, designing, and implementing five (5) Centers of Excellence - Enterprise Architecture (EA), Infrastructure Services (IS), Cloud Services (CS), Unified Endpoint Management (UEM), and Security Services (SS). Full P&L responsibilities for global practice. Develop strategic plans to globalize Enterprise Services across Stefanini. Create financial models to determine best course of action when globalizing ES. Develop a succession plan and DR/COOP plans. Implementation of Microsoft Teams / SharePoint Online to manage and oversee all aspects of operations in a 100% WFH organization. Developed Apprenticeship Program, Ladders Program, Master Training Plans, Certifications, and Evaluations ensuring highest level of customer support all while maintaining an overall, well under industry standard, turnover rate.
Technical Operational Support Leadership
Provide guidance and leadership to the ES support management team to ensure operational delivery. Oversee ES related service levels are met for both internal and external customers. Ensure availability and stability of Enterprise Services to the global customer base. Sharing thought leadership with Executive Leadership Team around future technologies and innovations surrounding B2B2C.
2018 : Present
Stefanini NA
Global Director, Enterprise Services
After a 21 year break, I re-enlisted to finish my 20 years, but more importantly in honor of those Warriors I have met with WITS. It’s truly an honor to be able to serve again. I absolutely love it!
Responsible for developing and engineering solutions to support our Cyber Defense Mission through the use of AI/LLM.
2017 :
US Air Force Reserve
NCOIC, Digital Engineering & Analysis (Cybersecurity)
Responsible for developing strategic direction for a global recycling/manufacturing organization with over 7,000 devices and 10,000+ users. Develop business cases, cost benefit analysis, and Return On Investments (ROIs) for migrating on premise to Cloud, deployment strategies for SAP, CyberSecurity solutions, OneDrive for Business deployments, Windows 10 upgrades, and Service Center implementations. Key strategic owner of IT sourcing, new technologies, and process improvements/automation strategies. Responsible for developing and maturing enterprise services division. Final reviewer of proposals identifying key strategic areas of strengths and get-well plans for weaknesses.
2016 : 2017
Stefanini US
Global Enterprise Architecture Manager
I've just recently begun working with The Wounded Warrior Program, not to be confused with the Wounded Warrior Project, in building a new IT company (Warrior IT Solutions) with the primary focus of bridging the gap between transitioning wounded warriors and their civilian careers. We are driven to bridge this gap by providing free training, certifications, and jobs for these veterans. To learn more about starting a Wounded Warrior Program in your organization, or for more information on hiring our Wounded Warriors.
2016 : 2023
Warrior IT Solutions
Director
Developed a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business' (SDVOSB) daily operations, and provide a growth path to move in to the next level of support for customers within the Federal, State/Local, and Commercial Markets. Developed a Mentor/Protégé program (seeking Mentors), established a back office support system/service, created templates and processes/procedures for evaluating opportunities and engaging potential customers. Determined strategic alliances, and fostered those relationships while vetting new opportunities for teaming. Strived to be the best sub-contractor while building past performance. Migrated all operations to the O365 cloud. Setup stringent SharePoint processes for tracking targets and task.
2012 : 2017
Tachyon Dynamics, Inc.
Vice President of Operations
Skills
Analysis, Business Development, Business Intelligence, Business Management, Business Planning, Business Process, Business Process Improvement, Business Strategy, Change Management, CIO Advisory Services, Collaborative Problem Solving, Contract Management, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Data Center, Disaster Recovery, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Software, ERP, Government Contract Management, Government Operations, Government Pricing, Government Proposals, Integration, ITIL, ITIL v3 2011 Update Foundations, IT Management, IT Service Management, IT Strategy, Leadership, Management, Mobile Devices, PMO, PMP, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Program Management, Project Management, Project Portfolio Management, Proposal Writing, Security, SharePoint, Software Documentation, Start-ups, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Team Leadership, Training, Troubleshooting, Vendor Management, Virtualization
About
I thoroughly enjoy the energy, creativity, and challenges of startup companies, and strive to provide the very best paths to success. The energy found within the collaborative whiteboard is infectious, and drives me to be more creative and energetic. I simply love to build things, whether it's a tool cart or a new program. I am a dreamer. But with years of software development, I've learned to break enormous problems down to bite size pieces. I get the job done, as my references below can attest.
With a MBA (minors in IS and Finance), Security+, and over 30 years experience, I am capable of developing and implementing lean operational and technical solutions through various commercial / government agencies, and achieving performance targets for organizations. I enjoy leading teams to achieve those targets, and to watch those within the team grow.
Specialties: Industry proven visionary with several innovative implementations of leading-edge technologies. Skilled in quickly identifying areas of improvement through the implementation of industry proven technologies to maximize productivity and minimize losses. Visionary with the acumen to develop efficient solutions quickly and with minimal investment. Refocusing teams and achieving the impossible.
Creating a Shared Technology Vision; ERP Integrations; Forming & Leveraging Vendor Alliances; Written & Formal Presentation Skills; Streamlining Workflow Automation; Startup/Turnaround Situations; and Maximizing Technology Investments.
I am a LinkedIn Open Networker (LION), see contacts for my e-mail address. I would love to join networks, and discuss how we can work together to build something new and exciting! I am always seeking the perfect CIO position, where my skills and experience can benefit the organization.