Tony Ribeiro
Toronto,ON
Summary
With over two decades of expertise in consulting and managing strategic IT initiatives, Tony Ribeiro brings invaluable experience in designing mission-critical cloud deployments. Goal-oriented technology architect with a proven track record of designing and implementing innovative solutions. Strong expertise in developing and managing complex IT infrastructures, ensuring seamless integration and optimization of technology systems. Seeking a challenging position to utilize my skills and experience in leading successful technology projects and delivering exceptional results.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cybersecurity Consultant
Ontario Government - Cyber Security Division
04.2023 - Current
- Improved client cybersecurity posture through tailored risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
- Managed third-party vendor relationships to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality cybersecurity products and services.
- Served as a key point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders, providing expert guidance on all aspects of cybersecurity risk management.
- Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures.
Cloud Solution Architect
Ontario Government - MPBSD
08.2019 - 04.2023
- Responsible for planning and designing cloud solutions for the Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery.
- Increased cloud infrastructure efficiency by designing and implementing scalable solutions.
- Optimized cloud resources for cost reduction by analyzing usage patterns and adjusting configurations accordingly.
- Enhanced security measures by conducting vulnerability assessments and implementing best practices for cloud architecture.
- Researched and understood emerging technologies and end-user needs.
- Maintained compliance with cybersecurity regulations and measures and tracked, assessed, integrated and reported on modernization and migration processes.
- Experience with Ontario Government IT practices, standards, policies and procedures.
Cloud Solution Architect
Avanade
01.2016 - 08.2019
- Developed comprehensive cloud solutions by analyzing client requirements and creating tailored strategies.
- Enhanced system performance and reliability for clients by designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure.
- Assist the Talent Community by conducting cloud training sessions, Conduct Sprint Planning and Requirement Gathering sessions, Provide senior level support for incident resolution, Conduct regular client project reporting meetings.
- Promoted adoption of new technologies within the organization through engaging presentations showcasing potential benefits of implementation in various projects.
Delivery Project Executive
IBM Canada
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed Canadian mid-range banking systems (Windows, Linux, Unix and VMware) for IBM’s largest customer in Canada (Scotiabank)
- Responsible for Operations, implementation of complex IT projects, financial management, executive client relationships, people and matrix management and client satisfaction metrics
- Enhanced project delivery efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
- Cloud and Analytics: Offered targeted technical engagements by identifying opportunities and providing services
- Managed diverse teams across multiple locations to achieve desired project outcomes within specified timelines.
- Storage and Virtualization Solutions: Led the midrange virtualization program (Windows and Linux).
Storage & Cloud Manager
IBM Brazil / Chile
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Successfully oversaw the delivery of complex infrastructure projects for customers such as American Express, Dow Chemical, Allianz, GAP, IBM Canada, NiSource and Rogers
- IT Advisory and Consulting: Assignment in Chile to perform a technical assessment for BHP Billiton
- Completed risk assessment (SWOT analysis), defined a mitigation plan that focused on a new state of the art IT infrastructure to provide automatic service recovery and prevent down time to mining operations
- Successfully managed a staff of 14 IT Architects
- Led the preparation of regular performance reviews and earned a reputation for fostering top IT talent at IBM
- Supervised planning, procurement, and implementation of ~$25M in storage/cloud projects.
Manager, Storage Services
IBM Brazil
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Managed Backup & Recovery and SAN technologies for global customers such as American Express (Global Command and Control, 12.000 servers) and IBM (US & Canada)
- We were focused on best practice implementation, revenue opportunities, mapping and documenting operational issues
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Successfully managed a staff of 64 IT Specialists
- Optimized resource allocation by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing personalized coaching for staff development.
- Creative Problem Solving / Strategic Thinking: Developed the Storage Tactical Action Plan (TAP), a robust management system based on global best practices. The plan produced a 91% backup failure reduction for American Express and was recognized through the worldwide Outsourcing Quality Excellence Award.
IT Architect – IBM Global SWAT Team
IBM Mexico / Brazil
01.2008 - 01.2010
- One year assignment in Mexico City managing Scotiabank’s Service Improvement Plan
- Planned and executed the restructure of the Active Directory by migrating and consolidating legacy systems into a single domain.
- Participated in the implementation of appropriate project management processes and methodologies and provided hands-on technical experience and guidance
- The project team consisted of professionals from different countries reporting directly to Scotiabank’s Senior VP.
IT Architect (Microsoft Platforms)
IBM Brazil / USA
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Planed and led complex Microsoft Exchange and Active Directory migrations for IBM customers
- Managed global outsourcing transitions for customers in the United States and Canada
- Build new infrastructure to support migration of services, Perform project management and provide project reports, Provide senior level support for incident resolution, Conduct client meetings, Coordinate service enablement with Quality Assurance team, Provide knowledge transfer to operations team.
Premier Support Engineer
Microsoft
01.2005 - 01.2006
- An active member of the Platform and Messaging teams, supporting Windows, Active Directory and Exchange
- Worked with Debugging Tools such as WinDBG, DebugDiag and PSSDiag
- Extensive use of Network Monitor tool
- Selected as part of the first Microsoft Premier Support team outside the United States (Sao Paulo, Brazil).
IT Expert (Active Directory & Exchange)
Nestlé (IBM)
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Part of Nestlé’s eMAD Support Team (Electronic Messaging and Active Directory)
- Nestlé had the single largest Microsoft domain in the world
- Performed Active Directory and Exchange migration projects, disaster recovery procedures development, inter-org synchronization and 3rd level support
- Developed and presented workshops for 2nd level local support teams (the USA and Latin America).
IT Consultant (MS Exchange)
Bras & Figueiredo
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Consulting services specialized in the migration and upgrade of Exchange and Active Directory.
Education
Advanced Project Management in Financial Services -
University of Toronto
Master of Business Administration -
Fundacao Getulio Vargas
Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) -
FPJ
Skills
- Cloud Architecture Design
- Identity Access Management
- Zero Trust Architecture
- High Availability Design
- Disaster Recovery Planning
- Cloud Migration Strategies
- Hybrid Cloud Management
- Cost Optimization
- Strategic Project Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Certification
MC: Azure Administrator Associate, MCSE: Cloud Platform & Infrastructure, MCSA: Cloud Platform, MCSD: Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Solutions Architect, PMP, CCNA, MCTS & MCDBA.
extracurricular education
- Microsoft Intelligent Cloud Architect Bootcamp, Microsoft Headquarters (Redmond), 2019
- Solutioning Cloud Transformation Level 400, 2019
- Google Cloud Platform Fundamentals, 2018
- Architecting Microsoft Azure Solutions, 2016
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, 2016
- Agile Practices in Project Management, University of Toronto, 2015
- Risk Management in Projects, University of Toronto, 2015
- Converting Strategy into Action, IBM & Stanford University, 2012
- Advanced Architectural Thinking, IBM, 2008
- Microsoft-Internal Premier Courses, 2005
other relevant information
Cloud Architecture & Project Management, Microsoft Azure (Advanced), Office 365 (Intermediate), AWS (Intermediate), Outsourcing Quality Excellence Award (IBM), GTS Service Excellence Award (IBM), Portuguese (Bilingual fluency), Spanish (Conversational proficiency)
Assignments: Ottawa: CMHC - 2017-2019, Vancouver: Best Buy - 2018, Chile: BHP Billiton - 2012, Mexico: Scotiabank - 2008/2009, Richmond, VA: Circuit City - 2007, St Louis, MO: Purina/Nestlé - 2005
Timeline
Cybersecurity Consultant
Ontario Government - Cyber Security Division
04.2023 - Current
Cloud Solution Architect
Ontario Government - MPBSD
08.2019 - 04.2023
Cloud Solution Architect
Avanade
01.2016 - 08.2019
Delivery Project Executive
IBM Canada
01.2014 - 01.2016
Storage & Cloud Manager
IBM Brazil / Chile
01.2012 - 01.2014
Manager, Storage Services
IBM Brazil
01.2010 - 01.2012
IT Architect – IBM Global SWAT Team
IBM Mexico / Brazil
01.2008 - 01.2010
IT Architect (Microsoft Platforms)
IBM Brazil / USA
01.2006 - 01.2008
Premier Support Engineer
Microsoft
01.2005 - 01.2006
IT Expert (Active Directory & Exchange)
Nestlé (IBM)
01.2004 - 01.2005
IT Consultant (MS Exchange)
Bras & Figueiredo
01.2002 - 01.2004
Advanced Project Management in Financial Services -
University of Toronto
Master of Business Administration -
Fundacao Getulio Vargas
Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) -
FPJ
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