Raymond Twitchell

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ABOUT RAYMOND TWITCHELL

Certified IT Architect and Security Specialist with decades of experience leading enterprise IT architecture, cybersecurity, and transformation initiatives for high-profile public and private organizations. I deliver secure, scalable, and compliant technology solutions while driving measurable business impact across complex, global programs.I specialize in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, guiding technology transitions for deals and ensuring seamless operations, business continuity, and regulatory compliance.Core Expertise:IT Architecture & Enterprise Operations | Mergers, Acquisitions & Outsourcing | Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity | Physical IT Site Deployment & Transformation | Project Management & Team Leadership | Change Management & Steady-State Support.Key Achievements:Directed secure IT transitions for thousands of employees and contractors across multiple IBM acquisitions and divestitures. Delivered 60+ complex CIO network projects, saving IBM $500K+ in lease costs and $160K in contract extensions through optimized LAN and SD-WAN deployments for multiple campuses. Secured CFIUS approval by creating technical artifacts supporting intercompany data transfers and compliance.Achieved full IES/CISO security certification by designing isolated LAN, voice, and DMZ solutions for global IBM facilities. Enhanced enterprise resilience through business continuity planning, disaster recovery exercises, and pandemic readiness updates across multi-site operations.Leadership Impact:Proven ability to align stakeholders, lead teams, and implement enterprise IT strategies that deliver measurable business results. Adept at bridging technical and executive perspectives to ensure technology solutions meet organizational goals.