Nexla

Manager, Sales Development

500+ connectors for data integration leads to faster data products and RAGs

Nexla unifies:
→ data integration
→ data preparation
→ monitoring
→ governance
and delivering trusted data to users in their preferred systems and formats. 

Check out https://nexla.com and the offering on GenAI and RAG. 

Companies like DoorDash, LinkedIn, Johnson & Johnson and LiveRamp rely on Nexla for mission-critical data that drives their analytics, machine learning and business operations.

Sales Development Representative

Chasing Monday Coaching LLC

- Coached entrepreneurs and business leaders in developing and achieving short- and long-term business goals
- Developed a marketing strategy utilizing LinkedIn content to obtain passive leads
- Utilized email and LinkedIn messages to communicate with potential clients and “close the loop” on services

Business Development Consultant

Bank of America

- Ability to communicate with peers, managers, and executives spanning nine U.S states and three foreign countries
- Developed and documented policies and procedures to meet the evolving demand of operational and regulatory risk requirements
- Negotiated business requirements with 3rd Party Vendors to ensure timeliness, accuracy and completeness of information flowing into the organization

Assistant Vice President

- Mitigated a critical disruption of confidential communication between Bank of America and a Third-Party Vendor supporting consequential harm remediation efforts as a member of the Pre-Paid Card Unemployment Program in response to an OCC Consent Order serveing as lead technical advisor to internal and external stakeholders on AWS and Business to Business pathway technical requirements
- Automated data extraction, sanitization, and presentation processes, saving 10-man hours per week and enhancing the quality and accuracy of weekly high-level reports
- Educated leaders on system capabilities and broke down communication barriers, improving payment process flows
- Led process management team working with Sanctions Center of Excellence (SSCoE) and Global Financial Crimes partners to document the Bank of America Sanctions process end-to-end, and identify metrics and controls while recommending new controls to mitigate gaps and spillage
- Documented and tracked risks, results, and issues for a pre-paid card unemployment remediation project, working with internal partners and third-party vendors to ensure compliance and mitigate risk
- Created and presented technical documentation for Unemployment Pre-Paid Card claims investigation processes, leading to a contingency of operations for personnel turnover

Project Manager

National Gypsum Company

- Managed mill operations for a drywall manufacturing plant, overseeing 12 employees and raw material delivery. Ensured quality, safety, and efficiency standards were met and maintained.
- Ensured the purity of raw materials by conducting quality testing using various analytical methods and instruments. Compared the test results with the pre-established specifications and standards and reported any deviations or non-conformities to the quality control (QC) unit.
- Led a board reclaim project to recycle imperfect gypsum board for reuse, reducing waste disposal costs and increasing raw material availability.

Mill Supervisor

US Army

- Senior advisor to the Squadron Commander for all Communications and IT related projects
- Used phone and email to coordinate mission planning with sister squadrons as well as external civilian and federal organizations
- Presented for approval and implemented a remote work environment for all IT support staff during COVID-19
- Managed day-to-day operations and risk for help desk, information systems, and communications teams, providing reliable and secure network operations, information services, and data management for 500+ military and civilian personnel
- Created and instructed information security training regarding the proper use and risk measures of handling classified and unclassified data for an organization of 300 users while deployed to Afghanistan 
- Led and oversaw various IT/communications projects, including infrastructure re-cabling, SharePoint migration, tactical communications establishment, data lifecycle management, and multiple IT Network Device End of Lifecycle operations. Projects were delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards and stakeholder expectations
- Ensured functionality and mission readiness of communications, computer, and network equipment across the organization, valued at over 10 million USD. Managed the security, care, and maintenance of the equipment, following best practices and DoD and NIST Standards for 2 years with zero incidents
- Developed monthly Unit Status Report (USR), compiling all unit inventory, personnel, equipment, and training metrics to be presented to the Department of Defense (DoD) for use in identifying units for future deployment

Senior Consultant (Captain)

Operations Manager | Assistant S3

IT and Communication Lead | Platoon Leader

As a Former Army Captain I'm passionate about helping individuals and teams unlock their full potential. 

Having worked in the Military, Manufacturing, and Financial Services industries I have continued to search for what truly makes organizations successful. From my experience this goal is enabled by organized and useable data. 

Proper use of data assets does more that just allows you to present and inform at all levels of the organization. It allows you to:

- Tell a story
- Take strategic action
- Focus on wins while mitigating losses 

Most organizations face an enormous problem when it comes to organizing, structuring, and using their data in a meaningful way. 

Nexla is primed to solve this problem by streamlining data process to quickly transform raw data into actionable insights. We do this by automating data workflows to enhance responsiveness to business needs. 

This not only speeds up decision-making, but allows for more frequent iterations of data products. 

If you are finding yourself in situations where you have mass amounts of data, but cannot use it to its fullest potential it might be time to reach out for some help.

You can get in contact with us at nexla.com (link in my profile), or send me a message and I'll be in touch.

Lets find some time to talk today!

Casey J. Klein

Eventbrite

Dynamic and results-oriented Senior Security Program Manager with extensive experience leading strategic security initiatives and fostering a culture of innovation. Demonstrated expertise in security program management, leadership, and critical governance activities, driving excellence in cybersecurity practices.  Adept at inspiring and mentoring teams to achieve organizational objectives amidst evolving threat landscapes.

Key Responsibilities:

➡ Oversaw strategic security initiatives, overseeing the development and execution of comprehensive security programs.
➡ Implemented scalable and sustainable operational plans, improving efficiencies and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
➡ Mentored and inspired cross-functional teams ( Spain, India, and US ), creating a culture of innovation and excellence in security practices.
➡ Collaborated closely with technical management teams to develop secure solutions and systems, ensuring robust defenses against emerging threats.
➡ Led incident response efforts, orchestrating timely and effective responses to security incidents and breaches.
➡ Drove continuous improvement initiatives, identifying and mitigating security risks across cloud and back-office infrastructure.
➡ Developed and communicated strategic security roadmaps, aligning priorities and direction with organizational goals.
➡ Administer critical governance activities including risk management frameworks, oversee compliance programs and audit committees ( Cybersecurity Steering Council )

Senior Security Program Manager

International Air Transport Association (IATA)

Demonstrated expertise in security program management, leadership, and critical governance activities, driving excellence in cybersecurity practices within the aviation industry.

Key Responsibilities:

➡ Cloud Administration: Management of cloud services including AWS and  Azure.

➡ MDM and Device Management: Overseeing Intune and Autopilot for published apps, device management, and patching.

➡ VPN Solutions: Implementation of Single Sign-On, Certificates, and Two-Factor Authentication (2FA).

➡ Security & IAM: Administration of security and identity access management tools such as Sailpoint, Splunk, Proofpoint, CarbonBlack, CrowdStrike, and Forescout.

➡ WiFi & IoT Management: Managing Arista, Cisco, and Meraki systems for WiFi and IoT devices.

➡ Server & VM Management: Administration of Windows and Linux servers and virtual machines.

➡ Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Utilizing Git, Terraform, and Kubernetes for infrastructure automation.

➡ Agile & Scrum Frameworks: Applying knowledge of Scrum and Agile methodologies.

➡ Scripting & Automation: Expertise in PowerShell and Python for automation tasks.

➡ Continuous Integration & Continuous Deployment (CI/CD): Managing JIRA, Bitbucket, and Confluence for CI/CD processes.

➡ SIEM Management: Using Datadog, LogRhythm, and Log360 ManageEngine for Security Information and Event Management.

➡ Remote Administration: Overseeing One-Time Password (OTP) and Bastion for secure remote administration.

ITS Engineering and Projects

T-Systems International

Key Responsibilities:

➡ Network Infrastructure Management: Oversaw the management of the network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and security.
➡ Active Directory Administration: Complete administration over the company's Active Directory, ensuring seamless user and resource management.
➡ SSCM Administration: Managed System Center Configuration Manager (SSCM) with complex scripting to automate and streamline operations.
➡ Backup Monitoring: Monitored backups over Linux and Windows servers to ensure data integrity and availability.
➡ Backup Management: Handled backups management using Tivoli Storage Manager (TSM) for secure data storage and retrieval.
➡ Ticketing and Database Management: Utilized Remedy7 ticketing system and managed databases with CMDB and MySQL for efficient incident tracking and resolution.

IT Engineer

Senior Security Program Manager | Leading Cybersecurity Initiatives | Driving Strategic Security Solutions| Cybersecurity Excellence | Cloud Security

Imagine a world where security threats are constantly evolving, and the stakes are higher than ever for tech industry leaders. As decision-makers, you need more than just a reactive approach—you need a visionary partner who can anticipate, mitigate, and transform potential threats into robust defenses.
That’s where I come in.

► WHAT I DO:
I empower decision-makers in the tech industry to fortify their organizations against the ever-changing landscape of cyber threats. My mission is to help you enhance your security posture without sacrificing operational efficiency or stifling innovation.

► HOW I DO IT:
With years of hands-on experience in security program management and leadership, I’ve developed a comprehensive approach that combines strategic oversight with critical governance activities. I lead cross-functional teams, inspire innovation, and collaborate closely with technical experts to build secure, resilient systems.


► WHY IT WORKS:
My methodology is proven and practical, rooted in a deep understanding of the cybersecurity field. I’ve spearheaded strategic security initiatives, joined the Cybersecurity Steering Council, and implemented scalable, sustainable operational plans. This unique blend of strategic vision and tactical expertise ensures that your organization remains a step ahead of potential threats.

Marcel Velica

Top Identity and Access Management (IAM) Solutions Every Business Must Know!

Want to secure your workforce, protect sensitive data, and control who accesses what?

Start with these essential IAM solutions trusted by cybersecurity and IT experts:

→ Okta Workforce Identity Cloud 
 – SSO, MFA, and lifecycle management.

 → Microsoft Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) 
   – SSO, conditional access, identity governance.

 → Ping Identity 
  – Enterprise-grade SSO, MFA, and customer identity management.

 → SailPoint IdentityNow 
   – Automates provisioning, compliance, and access requests.

 → ForgeRock Identity Platform 
   – Unified IAM for workforce, consumer, and IoT with AI-driven features.

 → CyberArk Identity Security
    – Privileged access management (PAM) for high-risk accounts.

 → Auth0 by Okta 
   – Developer-focused authentication and authorization for apps and APIs.

 → IBM Security Verify
   – SSO, risk-based access control, and user behavior analytics.

 → Oracle Identity and Access Management 
   – Enterprise suite for provisioning, directory services, and security.

 → OneLogin
    – Cloud IAM tool with SSO, MFA, and unified access for apps and devices.

 → Saviynt Enterprise Identity Cloud 
    – Integrates identity governance, cloud security, and PAM.

 → ManageEngine AD360 
    – Integrated IAM for Active Directory, SSO, MFA, and reporting.

 → Tenfold Access Management 
    – Simplifies governance and automated access reviews.

 → RSA SecurID 
    – MFA, SSO, and risk-based authentication.

 → NetIQ Identity Manager 
    – Customizable IAM for user provisioning, lifecycle management, workflow automation.

 → JumpCloud Directory Platform 
    – Cloud-based directory with SSO, device management, zero-trust security.

 → Centrify (now part of Delinea) 
    – PAM and secure access for hybrid environments via zero-trust architecture.

 → Zoho Directory 
     – Cost-effective IAM with SSO, password management, and user provisioning.

Why Businesses Should Care?

✅ Protect sensitive data and organizational assets
✅ Ensure compliance with regulatory standards
✅ Simplify user access and reduce IT overhead
✅ Prevent breaches through robust access control

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Senior Security Program Manager | Leading Cybersecurity Initiatives | Driving Strategic Security Solutions | Cybersecurity Excellence | Cloud Security

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