Michael Mogilinski

About Michael Mogilinski

I\'m a transformational IT strategist and thought leader with over 20 years of diverse experience spanning life sciences, IT consulting, manufacturing, and transportation. I thrive on partnering with C-level executives and cross-functional teams to ensure that IT strategies are closely aligned with overarching business objectives. My expertise lies in crafting and executing large-scale digital transformation initiatives that not only drive efficiency but also deliver tangible business value. CAREER OVERVIEW Currently, I serve as the Vice President of Technology at the Chicago Transit Authority, where I lead a dedicated team of 100 professionals. With oversight of a substantial annual operating budget of $71 million, I manage three data centers and a range of IT/OT applications and technologies. My role involves a keen focus on aligning service delivery with the agency\'s needs, ensuring that our IT framework effectively supports both operational and strategic goals. In my previous role as Executive IT Director at Akorn Pharmaceuticals, I played a critical part in navigating the complexities of the company\'s transition during its Chapter 11 proceedings. This included managing IT restructuring, overseeing significant capital projects, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. My experience here honed my ability to lead cross-functional teams through periods of change and uncertainty. I have extensive experience managing significant budgets, including overseeing a $17 million annual IT operating budget at Akorn and successfully executing capital projects worth $29 million. Before Akorn, I spent over a decade with Computer Science Corporation, where I led global operations teams and implemented best practices for customer account governance and project management. My tenure there was marked by a commitment to continuous improvement through Six Sigma initiatives and strategic project management that consistently exceeded financial and operational goals. CORE COMPETENCIES IT Strategy | Vendor Management | Governance | Budget & Financial Planning | Service Management | Infrastructure | Project Program | Portfolio Management | Business Process | Improvement | M&A | IT Operations | IT Leadership | Operational Strategy | Strategic Planning | Digital Transformation | Contract Management | Contract Negotiations | Business Technology | Data Integrity | Emerging Technologies | Resource Management | Technology Solutions | Vendor Relations | Virtual Teams | Remote Leadership | Technical Leadership | IT Operations | Negotiating

Experience

1. Vice President of Technology

   Chicago Transit Authority

   Aug 2023 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   Driving technology change and innovation for the second largest public transportation system in the US supporting a fleet of 1800 buses and 1400 rail cars. Providing infrastructure and application service delivery across a diverse set of IT and OT technologies for the City of Chicago and 35 surrounding suburbs.

Education

• College of DuPage

  AAS, Manufacturing Technology

• DeVry University

  BS - Computer Information Systems