About

A successful career in Information Technology leadership, delivering a transformed IT culture, enhancing the technical landscape of security and compliance, and achieving cost savings budgets. Known for extensive technical expertise in all levels of computing, with proficiency in various software and hardware platforms, including Microsoft and virtualization technologies. Leadership and management skills are demonstrated through successful oversight of IT teams, budget management, and compliance. As a professor, dedication to education, focusing on Information Technology, is evident, excelling in curriculum development, student advising, and community building. Experience includes consulting, solutions design, and project management, handling product readiness, customer quality issues, and complex technical aspects. Effective collaboration across sectors, departments, or peer groups improves processes and resolves challenges. Commitment to continuous learning is evident through certifications and volunteer work throughout the community.

Expertly creating and implementing enterprise-level technical programs
Exceptional record leading multiple successful IT projects effective solutions to operational challenges and generating a lasting impact on business growth and success.
Identifying technology gaps and improving productivity through innovative system implementations.
Achieving positive results in competitive industries by providing collaborative team leadership, coaching, and mentoring, inspiring top performance from colleagues.

Expertise

• Computing Solutions
• Network Security
• Compliance
• Enterprise Architecture
• Virtualization
• Technologies ‘as a Service’
• Risk Management
• Executive Team Leadership
• Strategic Leadership
• Cost Optimization
• Technology Management

• Strategic Alliances
• Contingency Planning
• Disaster Recovery
• Employee Development
• Training
• Documentation
• Emerging Technologies
• Mobile Technologies
• Project Management
• Creativity
• Financial Management

RESULTS

COST SAVINGS

Founded a much needed department to manage high-value customer quality and technical issues, saving the company millions of dollars.

PROGRAM UPDATE

As a college professor, renovated the Networking Administration program, creating an ‘always available’ lab with individual student servers, virtualization, and remote administration for real-life learning

A HEAVY LIFT

Managed the transition of a 750-node network from Microsoft RDS to Citrix and led the migration from on-premises Office to Microsoft 365, ensuring seamless integration and minimal disruption.

Experience

2022 | 2024

Technology Director, CNOS

Responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient, and relevant application of technology across a 750-node network. Upheld compliance standards as outlined in the CNOS Compliance Program and related policies. Prepared, recommended, and balanced the department budget, ensuring the proper allocation of funds. Additionally, promoted positive public relations within the clinic, and in the community. Furthermore, managed a team comprising Managers, Helpdesk staff, Systems Administrators, and Network Administration Technicians.

2012 | Present

Adjunct Technology Professor, Western Iowa Tech Community College

Oversees course instruction and the management of students and classrooms, providing instruction in Microsoft MCSA, A+, Security+, VMware, Information Storage and Management (SAN), and other technology courses. Maintains community relationships with local businesses and Advisory Board members to support student learning.

2003 | 2020

Founder & CEO, BP Computer Consultation and Repair

Founded, owned, and operated a local consultation and repair company. Delivered customer solutions and designs for all technology-related hardware and software.

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TESTIMONIALS

“To be successful in this position one needs to own a broad range of skills which varies from technical knowledge in a particular field to understanding new business environments and work according to them. Peter possessed all such qualities together with extraordinary analytical ability, technical knowledge, and in addition has good leadership and management skills with the ability to communicate with technical-minded people and non-technical colleagues…”

Steve Ebsen – CTE Division Chair

“One of Peter’s strengths was the ability to keep a calm head during times of crisis. While working for me, he and his team had to handle multiple large-impact technical issues with some of our largest customers. He handled each situation as it came, with a level head, but a sense of urgency…”

Doug Ford – Director of Operations

Q&A

What influenced your career?

“The fact that technology is ever-developing and not static made me realize I needed to be part of that change. That is, the evolution of the technology landscape has transformed from single personal PCs in homes to becoming the backbone of every business today.”

What is a good viewpoint to have when dealing with technology?

“Embrace flexibility, continuously learn, and face changes head-on. Learn from yesterday, apply those lessons today, and prepare for tomorrow.”

What are your goals today?

“To navigate a fluctuating job market while pursuing continuing education.”

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