Robert Kerr REQUEST RESUME

VP of IT VP of Infrastructure / Security Sr. Director of IT Manager Technical Services Programmer Analyst

Accomplished leader with success in designing/implementing IT strategies and formulating innovative technology solutions to streamline business processes, drive operational excellence, and improve customer experience.

Stellar record of planning and executing large-scale projects/initiatives that drive organizational transformation and enhance productivity of under performing areas. Insightful leader offering multifaceted experience, including IT infrastructure management, quality assurance, data management, and business continuity planning. Credible history of overseeing data centers and spearheading IT and risk management programs. Proven success in leading, coaching, and developing results-driven teams for achieving strategic business objectives. Refined communicator and creative problem-solver; adept at fostering partnerships with internal and external audit groups to support corporate vision.

My Specialties

Areas of Expertise

• Technology Road map Creation
• IT Policies Formulation & Execution
• Business & Digital Transformation
• Process Improvement Initiatives
• Merger Acquisition Experience

• Risk Assessment & Mitigation
• Data Analytics & Governance
• Strategic Planning
• Enterprise Architecture
• Cost Savings Initiatives

• Project/Program Management
• Team Building & Leadership
• EDR Deployment
• SOX Compliance
• I-Series / AS400

Signature Accomplishments

• Spearheaded successful spin-off of company from its parent holding firm into autonomous public entity in just six months; maintained pricing through contract separation and negotiations.
• Revolutionized IT infrastructure by deploying Microsoft E5 suite; integrated security capabilities to streamline processes and slash costs.
• Slashed telephony, MPLS, and internet expenses by over $750K in three years while simultaneously boosting bandwidth, bolstering resiliency, and incorporating SIP trunks.
• Administered annual infrastructure budget worth $24M through strategic planning and accurate forecasting.
• Directed and motivated 50+ member team, fostering collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Consolidated and centralized IT operations by reducing the number of data centers from four to two.
• Achieved remarkable reduction in server deployment from 950+ to under 500 within three years.
• Orchestrated domain consolidation and standardization to streamline IT operations and reduce complexity.
• Seamlessly integrated Single Sign-On with MFA using OKTA and Azure AD.

Geographic Preferences:

1. Midwest
2. Central
3. Indiana
4. Wisconsin
5. Minnesota
6. North Dakota

Disciplines