Work History

Work Experience:

Lessen Inc | Director Of IT | February 2021 – Present

As the Director of Information Technology for Lessen my main focus is to provide a positive experience with technology and deliver on time hardware, network, security and software solutions. This isn’t the only limitation to my position. As a member of a team at Lessen my goal is to full fill the need to any department as it arises no matter the scope or details.

– Provide each stakeholder directions and solutions to complex issues
– Design, Build and Implement an Enterprise Network
– Design, Build and Implement a Secure SAAS environment for a rapidly growing company
– Design, Build and Implement multiple warehouse networks with integrated security
– Provide direct employee and customer support
– Identify technology needs and make recommendations to business decision-makers
– Evaluate the company’s adherence to federal technology requirements for security
– Manage the IT team including support technicians and vendors
– Maintain company hardware and software programs
– Update technological equipment in the company
– Implement company-wide technology updates and hold sessions to teach employees on new features
-Maintain the company cost for digital assets.
-Maintain the company cost for physical assets

Nikola Motor Company | Senior Manager, IT | September 2018 – June 2021

• Develop the structural environment for safety and security
• Design and Implement corporate policies to protect and serve the Nikola Motor Company Staff
• Provide technical support for Desktop, Laptop, Server, and Networking environments
• Develop and Implement New Employee Orientation
• Setup and Configure new employee’s
• Work with Partners and Vendors to procure new and renew software and hardware
• Maintain Corporate physical and wireless networks
• Subject matter expert on all software and hardware
• Provide physical and digital security for the corporate office and all subdomain offices
• Provide Insight to our Partners on software develop and software use
• Design and Maintain corporate Virtual Reality hardware and software
• Develop and Train Employees on new software and hardware
• Maintain Security Gateway
• Develop Maintain GSUITE environment
• Develop and Maintain Hyper Computing Environment for Engineers
• Maintain Helpdesk support system
• Create and Develop corporate PLM system
• Maintain company Asset tracking system
• Purchase Hardware and track depreciation value
• Maintain Purchase Order System for IT Management
• Develop and Maintain security systems
• Maintain corporate conference room meeting hardware and software
• Monitor and Maintain over 6 million dollars’ worth of equipment
• Create security procedures and implement security compliance
• Maintain HID Global Access system and all security equipment
• Maintain and build MAC and Microsoft Images
• Sustain Office 365 and G Suite (Google Workspace)
• Create and implement company security policies
• Setup and Maintain Dynamics 365
• Maintain PLM/Enovia Server Environment
• Build working relationships with Insight Global to reduce costs of Hardware and Software
• Created working relationship with Tata Technologies to reduce cost of Hardware and Software
• Build and Maintain company VPN
• Manage Corporate building lighting, HVAC, and Security systems
• Manage Jira Helpdesk, Jira issue tracking, Jira Project management
• Build, Design and Maintain Jama Software for requirements Management

BVA INC | Senior System Architect | March 2018 – September 2018

• Take ownership of design development and implementation of client projects
• Work with client executive team members, decision makers, and stakeholders to define business requirements and systems goals, and to identify and resolve business systems issues
• Collaborate with client network staff (as applicable) to ensure smooth and reliable operation of software and systems for fulfilling business objectives and processes
• Develop Statements of Work and project proposals with internal President and sales team

• Gauge the effectiveness and efficiency of existing client systems to develop and implement strategies for improvement
• Integrate servers, including database, e-mail, print, and backup servers and their associated software into enterprise systems.
• Maintain multiple secure network environments and infrastructure solutions for all clients
• Create and maintain documentation as it relates to system configuration, mapping, processes and service records
• Address issues with client accounts in a timely and professional manner

• Drive firm technology to new areas (test and vet)
• Interact with clients and employees in a courteous, business-like manner Senior System Project Engineer 2
• Mentor and advise/assign System Support Engineers as needed with regard to client issues
• Serve as an escalation resource to Support Engineers to resolve high level ticket/issues
• Architect, Build, and Implement new VMWare infrastructures for new and existing clients

• Install and Maintain Dell AppAssure (Quest) Backup solution

Barrett-Jackson | Systems Engineer | July 2017- March 2018

• Design and Implement Network configurations to provide security at HQ and Auctions
• Configure and monitor networking, servers, PC, and Wireless Networks for Auctions
• Setup and Design Auction equipment and infrastructure for 4 auctions yearly
• Guide and Mentor IT Staff to provide expert knowledge of Network
• Manage all properties owned and operated by Barrett-Jackson
• Install and design wireless network for Auctions to include networks during Live Auctions
• Create Auction networks to secure Live feeds for stage crew to provide a seamless handoff and provide fast internet

itSynergy | Net Admin | February 2017- Present

• Create a dynamic alignment between the customer and the companies technology solutions to create a standard for security and use.
• Help with HelpDesk when issues arise
• Meet with customers to discuss alignment

CompuPartners | Computer Network Engineer | June 2016 – January 2017

• Provide direct support for enterprise companies throughout the Phx Valley
• Design and Implement new technologies and network design
• Meet with customers to plan and design technologies to provide optimal support
• Troubleshoot and fix all computer issues within each companies network design.

Military Assistance Mission | Director of Operations | March 2016 – June 2016

• In charge of day to day operations
• Website design
• Support for our Active Duty Service Members

Concerned Veterans for America | Phoenix Local Volunteer | October 2014 – January 2016

• Grassroots Volunteer

Southwest Turbine Inc. | Information Technology Manager / Safety Officer (OSHA) | May 2014-April 2016

• In charge of Day to Day Computer and Networking to include Servers, Website, Computers, CAD Machines, and Engineering Computers

Phreedom Technologies | Level II Systems Administrator  | November 2013-May 2014

• Systems Administrator for several medium sized businesses
• Provided onsite services
• Developed and designed MSP Backup system

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa | General Information Technology Manager | September 2012-November 2013

• Managed 4 technicians on a daily basis
• Managed the setup, design and maintenance of Arizona Grand Resort, Laguna Beach Resort, and LaPlaya Carmel Resort
• Manged day to day network activities and installation of Conference room equipment

Nothing But Net | Server Administrator | June 2012-September 2012

• Worked as a Server Build Tech

Wydebeam Broadband | Director of Technology / Operations Director | October 2011-June 2012

• Directed the build and design of Wireless Internet Service to 3000+ rural customers
• Maintained networking equipment exceeding $1 million in cost
• Served as the Operations Director and managed 3 techs and 1 office personnel

Radiant Church | Information Technology Specialist | September 2009-October 2011

• Worked as an entry level IT Specialist
• Engaged in day to day network, cable, server, PC, Check in, and digital design equipment
• Provided support for weekend programs and ministries
• Engaged with Ministry Directors to provide technology support and future technology design
• Volunteered on the weekends in Youth and Children’s Ministry
• Youth Camp Leader
• Internship for Youth Pastor completed 2011

U.S. Army | 69th Signal Company | Senior Cable Systems Installer/Maintainer | December 2006-January 2007

• Senior management of 7 in telecommunication for base operations

U.S. Army | 69th Signal Company | Cable System Team Chief | January 2007-September 2009

U.S. Army | 57th Signal Company | S1 Operations Sergeant | July 2006-December 2006

• Worked as the S1 Operations Sergeant for the newly designed 57th Signal Company
• Handled all employee request for change in paperwork

U.S. Army | 98th Command | Regional Better Opportunities for Single Solider President | May 2006-December 2006

U.S. Army | 57th Signal Company | Company Training Non-Commissioned Officer | April 2006-July 2006

U.S. Army | 121st Signal Battalion | Company Operations Non-Commissioned Officer | May 2003-April 2006

U.S. Army | 2nd Battalion, 12th Calvary Regiment | Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic | February 2001-March 2003

U.S. Army | Solider in Training | August 2000-February 2001

McDonalds | Floor Manager | July 1998-August 2000