Brett Littrell

About Brett Littrell

I’m a senior IT and cybersecurity leader with more than two decades of experience modernizing infrastructure, strengthening security, and building teams that deliver real results. Most recently, I’ve led district-wide technology transformations in public education, turning outdated, reactive environments into secure, resilient, and service-focused ecosystems that support both operational and instructional goals.My work sits at the intersection of strategy and execution. I’ve modernized legacy networks, implemented Zero Trust–aligned security, deployed SSO and MFA at scale, and corrected costly technology decisions to deliver stronger outcomes with smarter spend. I’m known for translating complex technical initiatives into clear business value and for staying calm and decisive in high-pressure environments.Leadership is core to how I operate. I build trust quickly, develop high-performing teams through hands-on mentorship, and lead effectively even when authority is indirect. I care deeply about doing what’s right for the organization, the people I work with, and the communities we serve—and that mindset has consistently driven sustainable change.I’m always open to connecting with leaders who value thoughtful technology strategy, strong security foundations, and people-first leadership.

Experience

1. Chief Technology Officer

   Alum Rock Union Elementary School District

   Aug 2021 — Present · US

   Executive leader directing technology strategy for a 22-school K-8 district. Serve as a core member of the Executive Cabinet, advising on district-wide operations, security, and technology decisions.* Major Capital Project Leadership: Directed over $4.9M in CapEx infrastructure modernization initiatives, including a $2.5M district-wide Smartboard deployment, a $1.7M network infrastructure rebuild, and a $700K wireless overhaul, delivering enterprise-grade connectivity and learning tools.* Infrastructure & Security Transformation: Modernized a 15-year-old legacy environment into a segmented, secure infrastructure aligned with Zero Trust standards. Deployed SSO, MFA, and NAC while managing an $80K OpEx budget to enhance resilience.* Fiscal Strategy & Optimization: Corrected costly, misaligned cloud implementations and transitioned to high-value SaaS solutions, optimizing a $1M OpEx budget and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.* Organizational Development: Managed and mentored a cross-functional IT organization of 11 (supervisors, engineers, helpdesk), transforming the team culture through hands-on training and professional development.* Physical Security Integration: Designed and deployed district-wide safety systems, including surveillance, access control, and event detection, significantly improving site-level visibility and emergency response capabilities.

Education

• Western Governors University

  Master's degree, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

  2016 — 2018

• Western Governors University

  Bachelor's degree, Information Technology Emphases on Security

  2011 — 2014

• Massachusetts Institute of Technology

  Cybersecurity: Technology, Application and Policy, Computer Security