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Director Business Management @Microsoft
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WORK HISTORY
Director Business Management @Microsoft
Athens, GA, US
Key Focus Areas:>Enterprise Security & Compliance (NIST, ISO, PCI, CIS)>AI Strategy & Cloud Solutions Architecture>Business Continuity & Risk Management>IT Service Delivery & Strategic Partnerships>Executive Communications & Stakeholder Engagement>Budgeting & Vendor Contract Management ($3M+)Leadership & Program Management>Directed IT services, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise security frameworks for global operations.>Led security, compliance, and AI-driven initiatives, ensuring industry-aligned best practices.>Developed strategic IT partnerships, enhancing governance, instructional services, and security awareness.>Spearheaded cross-functional programs in risk management, digital transformation, and IT service optimization.Security, Compliance & AI Strategy>Led Microsoft’s Security, Compliance, and Identity (SCI) OpenHack, training thousands on M365 and Azure security.>Designed automated security controls integrating NIST, ISO, PCI, and CIS frameworks.>Established risk management frameworks for cloud identity, data protection, and AI governance.Strategic & Financial Leadership>Managed $3M+ in IT budgets, optimizing vendor contracts and program investments.>Implemented IT asset strategies, ensuring cost-effective procurement and resource allocation.>Developed IT workforce strategies, aligning with business goals and emerging technologies.Talent Development & Vendor Management>Recruited, coached, and developed high-performing IT teams, fostering leadership growth.>Led vendor contract negotiations (RFP, SOW) and dozens of first and third-party consulting engagements.>Represented IT in industry groups and university partnerships, advocating for modernization and security innovation.
EDUCATION
Mercer University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Information Systems
The University of Georgia
Master of Education, Instructional Technology
ABOUT AARON LINES
driving faster compliance,$300M cloud growth, and mission resilienceWith 15 years at Microsoft and 20+ years across public sector and enterprise, I turn bold ideas into secure, AI‑powered outcomes that protect missions, strengthen regulatory posture, and deliver measurable value. • Lead enterprise security, Zero Trust, compliance, AI strategy, and cloud innovation. • Align C‑suite priorities with technology roadmaps to accelerate digital transformation. • Build cross‑functional programs and coach teams with authenticity, clarity, and accountability. • Bridge defense, regulated industry, and commercial needs—always with security-by-design. • 30% faster compliance outcomes: Designed an enterprise KPI framework reviewed monthly by SLT; accelerated “get‑to‑green,” tightened regulatory posture across business units, and improved audit readiness. • 35% efficiency gains in assurance: Automated end‑to‑end compliance workflows; reduced manual effort and cycle time, cut operating costs, and standardized evidence collection for repeatable audits. • $300M Azure growth + 100K certifications: Scaled a $3M+ global skilling program across 50+ countries; upskilled practitioners, unlocked partner capacity, and fueled sustainable cloud adoption. • 25% faster incident response: Implemented NIST, ISO, PCI, and CIS controls with automated monitoring and exec‑ready dashboards; increased trust, reduced risk exposure, and improved time to contain. • 30% faster time‑to‑notify & +25% CSAT: Led incident communications for sovereign defense cloud programs; established clear playbooks, stakeholder matrices, and cadence for high‑stakes scenarios. • 2× faster secure delivery: Defined engineering OKRs and semester planning; shipped compliance‑ready features sooner with crisp success metrics, go/no‑go gates, and measurable adoption. • Succession‑ready teams: Built and mentored cross‑functional teams of 20+; elevated innovation velocity, strengthened leadership bench, and earned senior‑level recognition.🤝 & Mission impact, people growth, and empowerment guide my work. I support nonprofits advancing digital literacy and skilling, and I’m committed to developing the next generation of leaders. Open to partnering with leaders advancing cybersecurity, AI innovation, risk management, and resilient operations—let’s deliver transformation that truly matters.
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