John L.

About John L.

I am John Lacey, I have over 15 years of experience in managing complex IT projects and products, spanning enterprise software development, infrastructure, cloud computing, security, and compliance. I lead cross-functional teams of engineers, designers, and QA specialists, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with business objectives.As a seasoned technical leader, I foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, leveraging Agile methodologies and best practices. I also optimize resource allocation and project efficiency, orchestrating vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and licensing management. Additionally, I enhance operational resilience and security, spearheading cloud migration and disaster recovery planning. Moreover, I contribute to public safety training initiatives and risk assessment, driving organizational excellence. I hold an MBA, a Master\'s in Management Information Systems, a Bachelor\'s in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, and certifications in Cisco and Microsoft technologies.My passion is to leverage my technical skills and leadership abilities to deliver impactful solutions that meet the evolving needs of the financial services sector. I am always eager to learn new technologies, methodologies, and best practices to enhance my professional growth and development. I am also committed to sharing my knowledge and experience with others, as a Visiting Professor at DeVry University and a Certified Microsoft Proctor. My goal is to create value for my organization, my clients, and my community.

Experience

1. Director of Infrastructure Solutions Architecture - Global Services

   ICE

   Apr 2025 — Present

   As the Director of Infrastructure Solutions Architecture at ICE, I lead global teams of architects and engineers in creating strategic and scalable infrastructure solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams.Key Responsibilities:• Aligned global infrastructure strategy with regional business objectives and regulatory requirements.• Designed secure, resilient infrastructure solutions for mission-critical fintech platforms.• Collaborated with engineering, security, product, and operations teams to integrate emerging technologies.

Education

• Robert Morris University - Illinois

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

• Roosevelt University

  Master’s Degree, Management Information Systems and Services

• Roosevelt University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration, Management and Operations