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Abram Hart

Chief Information Security Officer with exceptional leadership abilities directing the global development and adoption of IT security best practices.
Kingsland, AR, United States
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Education: Bank Technology Managment School

Cybersecurity

University of Wisconsin-Madison

2019 : 2019

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)



University of Phoenix

2015 : 2017

Bachelor's degree

IT Security

University of Phoenix

2008 : 2014

LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS

Experience: In my most recent role, I am accountable for enterprise-wide information security operations to protect and maintain FBT Bank information's integrity, confidentiality, and availability.

Here are a few examples of my contributions to the organization :



• Led the successful deployment of enhanced cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and a number of systems to identify possible security risks and potential areas for improvement.

• Executed extensive failover and load-balancing products to boost network performance while strengthening security.

• Obtained a top rating on all of the IT audits, as well as the state and federal IT examinations.

• Contributed significant efforts for generating cost reductions and incentives.

2019 : Present

FBT BANK & MORTGAGE

Executive Vice President / Chief Information Security Officer

2018 : 2019

FBT Bank and Mortgage

SVP Operations & IT

During this time, I chaired the overall development, implementation, maintenance, and security of the bank's information systems and processes, including premise server and communication systems. I have completed a thorough evaluation of information security/Cyber Security and implemented creative initiatives, such as procedures, policies, and awareness programs.

Here are a few examples of my contributions to the organization :



• Supported the growth of Banking services by helping to reduce expenses and reclaim overpayments.

• Passed all IT audits, as well as state and federal IT exams, with top marks.

2018 : 2019

FBT Bank and Mortgage

Senior Vice President, Telecom Operations / Officer

Throughout my term in the position, I owned and directed operations, including large-scale projects and a diverse workforce of technicians for the installation and maintenance services across Arkansas, Louisiana, and the East portion of Texas. I created the periodic project plan and operational budget for IT and telecoms in order to provide superior customer service and increase corporate value.

Here are a few examples of my contributions to the organization :



• Significantly reduced the total average number of work orders.

• Increased team engagement, commitment, and performance excellence to improve the operational employees' capacity to fulfill all KPIs and contractual commitments.

2017 : 2018

Union Pacific Railroad

Senior Manager, Telecom Operations

Throughout my term in the position, I owned and directed operations, including large-scale projects and a diverse workforce of technicians for the installation and maintenance services across Arkansas, Louisiana, and the East portion of Texas. I created the periodic project plan and operational budget for IT and telecoms in order to provide superior customer service and increase corporate value.

Here are a few examples of my contributions to the organization :



• Significantly reduced the total average number of work orders.

• Increased team engagement, commitment, and performance excellence to improve the operational employees' capacity to fulfill all KPIs and contractual commitments.

2017 : 2018

Union Pacific Railroad

Manager IT Telecom Ops

Company: FBT BANK & MORTGAGE

Years of Experience: 10

Skills Cabling, Cisco Technologies, Computer Hardware, Data Center, Ekahau, Fiber Optics, Hardware, Integration, IP, IT Management, IT Service Management, IT Solutions, LAN-WAN, Microsoft CRM, Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft Office, MPLS, Network Administration, Network Architecture, Network Design, Networking, Optical Fiber, Project Management, Routers, Scope Management, Security, Service Management, SharePoint, Software Installation, Sound, Structured Cabling, Switches, System Administration, T1, TCP/IP, Telecommunications, Telephony, Testing, Troubleshooting, Unified Communications, Vendor Management, Visio, VoIP, Windows 7, Windows 2000, Windows Server, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Wireless, Wireless Networking
About An accomplished Executive and Technology Leader with proven expertise in information and cyber security operations optimization across the banking and telecom industry. Throughout my 30+ year career, I have effectively driven several global companies to a new level by leading security transformation in response to changing security threats and risks. One of my significant contributions includes promoting continuous improvement, growth, and agility in the service delivery of Banking services, which generated cost reductions, incentives, and recovery of overpayments. In addition to my solid academic background, I have built valuable team-building and leadership skills that have enabled me to manage technology strategy, daily operations, and long-term program planning.