Derick Stinson
i t Director @Zephyr
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WORK HISTORY
i t Director @Zephyr
Nashville, TN, US
Currently managing multiple systems and networking engineers across the United States. Actively migrating servers and services to AWS. Complete AWS design and implemention with services including EC2, Cloudformation, Server Migration Services, System Manager, Inspector, Guard Duty, etc. Management of a high volume of AWS accounts, VPCs, Subnets, Availability Zones, EC2s,etc. Extremely complex Active Directory and networking/security environment with 11 separate Forests and Domains. Multiple layers of Firewalls and networking equipment for enablement of highly secure access and protection to adhere to strict client contractual obligations. Large SQL environment with extreme amounts of data to continuously protect and backup. Designed disaster recovery solution from the ground up with 24 hour and 48 hour RTO restrictions. Multiple applications across sites that are production level and must stay up with 99.99% uptime rates.A Myriad of systems and software to support including Active Directory, Citrix Xenapp and Xendesktop, VMware, Arcserve, vRanger, Litespeed, Data Domain, Pure Storage, EMC VNX, EMC Clariion, Various security systems, monitoring, Client feed systems, etc. Provide leadership during transition to corporate merged environment including new alignment with sister companies and assist CIO with these duties. Ensure architecture is highly available and stable at all times across all sites. Work with CIO on capital and annual expenditures with forecast and detailed reporting.Manage multiple high level projects that must meet deadlines both with corporate and upper management.
EDUCATION
Fairview High
High School Diploma
I.T.T. Technical Institute
AS, Electronic Engineering
SKILLS
ABOUT DERICK STINSON
Transformational IT leader with 27+ years of experience building and managing enterprise infrastructure across on-prem and AWS cloud environments. I currently serve as I.T. Director at Informa, where I oversee operations across 8 AWS accounts, 7 AD domains, 450+ servers, and 100+ SQL instances—while managing cross-functional teams spanning engineering, architecture, networking, and support.Throughout my career, I’ve led large-scale cloud migrations, modernized legacy infrastructure, ensured audit readiness, and maintained uptime and security for global systems. I thrive in fast-paced, high-ownership environments where strategy meets hands-on execution. Whether working with auditors, architects, or engineers—I bring calm direction and clear solutions to the table.Always exploring what\'s next in cloud evolution, team culture, and operational excellence.Let’s connect.
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