Robert B.

About Robert B.

As a strategic technology executive with over 20 years of experience, I specialize in IT modernization, cloud transformation, and large-scale virtualization. I recently led a VMware exit initiative, migrating thousands of virtual machines to Red Hat OpenShift and Microsoft Hyper-V. This transformation effort optimized costs, enhanced scalability, and streamlined cloud operations.My expertise extends across hybrid cloud architectures, enterprise automation, and cost optimization. I am passionate about building high-performing teams, solving complex IT challenges, and developing technology roadmaps that drive organizational success.Key Areas of Expertise- IT Infrastructure Strategy & Modernization - Private & Public Cloud Architecture (AWS and Azure)- Large-Scale Virtualization & Cloud Migrations (RedHat OpenShift, Hyper-V, Nutanix, VMWare)- Enterprise Automation & DevOps (Terraform, Ansible, Kubernetes)- Cost Optimization & Licensing Efficiency - High-Availability & Resilient IT Systems - Leadership & Vision for Next-Gen IT OperationsLet’s connect to discuss IT modernization, VMware exit strategies, and how to build future-proof infrastructure ecosystems.#CloudTransformation #VMwareExit #VMwareMigration #AlternativeHyperVisor #HybridCloud #PrivateCloud #VirtualizationStrategy #InfrastructureModernization #CostOptimization #ITEfficiency #HypervisorAlternatives #OpenShiftVirtualization #HyperV #Nutanix #EnterpriseCloud #MultiCloudStrategy #CloudCostSavings

Experience

1. Director Lead Private Cloud Technology

   Ally

   Feb 2024 — Present · Charlotte, NC, US

   Lead a high-performing global team of 75+ professionals, overseeing private cloud and infrastructure strategy, driving enhanced scalability, operational excellence, and business resilience- Spearheaded a large-scale virtualization transformation, migrating thousands of virtual machines from VMware to OpenShift Virtualization and Hyper-V in under 2 years- Architected and implemented an advanced HCI-driven hybrid cloud strategy leveraging Equinix, enabling automation, self-service provisioning, and optimized resource utilization- Optimized enterprise software investments, leading strategic negotiations to enhance licensing efficiency and reduce overhead, aligning technology with business objectives- Established a robust Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) ecosystem using Terraform and Ansible, streamlining cloud provisioning, enhancing infrastructure consistency, and supporting rapid scalability- Elevated OpenShift platform reliability, achieving an 80% reduction in critical incidents (P1/P2) within six months, ensuring greater stability for mission-critical workloads.

Education

• Tennessee Technological University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General

  1991 — 1995

Skills

• Linux
• E-Commerce
• Jboss Application Server
• Data Center
• Unix Shell Scripting
• Software Project Management
• Itil
• Performance Tuning
• IT Strategy
• Esb
• Websphere
• Unix
• Oracle
• Requirements Analysis
• Cloud Computing
• Weblogic
• Middleware
• Soa
• Databases
• Java Enterprise Edition
• Enterprise Architecture
• Agile Methodologies
• Integration
• Application Architecture
• Tomcat
• Web Services
• IT Management
• Business Process
• Websphere Mq
• Process Improvement
• Sdlc
• Shell Scripting
• Solution Architecture
• Websphere Application Server
• Aix
• Red Hat Linux
• Disaster Recovery