H. Phillip Simmons

About H. Phillip Simmons

With over two decades of experience in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise risk management, I lead organizations through transformative growth and resilience. My leadership spans across industries, where I’ve built secure, scalable environments that drive operational efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect business continuity. & From directing recovery from ransomware attacks to designing comprehensive disaster recovery plans, I specialize in turning critical threats into opportunities for long-term strength. I’ve led initiatives that saved millions in potential losses, strengthened cybersecurity postures through COBIT frameworks, and improved incident response across complex enterprise environments, & My approach combines deep technical expertise in cloud infrastructure (Azure, AWS, VMware) with a keen eye for cost savings and compliance. I’ve driven significant reductions in IT spend through strategic license negotiations, system reorganizations, and service delivery optimization—while upholding strict standards like PCI-DSS and NIST RMF- Whether revitalizing infrastructure during a major office move or aligning IT with new business acquisitions, I ensure that technology always serves business goals. I collaborate across departments, foster strong vendor partnerships, and mentor high-performing IT teams to consistently deliver measurable outcomes. & Certified in PMP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, CCISO, and a Professional Cloud Architect, I bring both strategic vision and hands-on capability. My MBA in Technology Management strengthens my ability to bridge technical solutions with executive priorities.

Experience

1. Sr IT Director

   Lush Decor

   Nov 2024 — Present · New York, NY, US

   When I joined Lush Decor, the IT department needed both revitalization and trust rebuilding across the organization. I took the lead in reestablishing our cybersecurity baseline, aligning budget, technology, and user education to secure our environment. I also restructured our warehouse infrastructure, which directly boosted shipping capabilities and operational efficiency. My focus has been not only on technology, but on restoring confidence, driving acquisition integrations, reducing costs, and modernizing cloud systems like Azure and SharePoint for secure, insight-driven operations.

Education

• Ramapo College of New Jersey

  Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Information Systems

• University of Phoenix

  Master of Science in Business Administration, Specialization in Technology Management