Stephen Avans

About Stephen Avans

Hi, I’m Stephen Avans—a results-driven IT leader with 20+ years at TVA, where I’ve led enterprise programs, modernized infrastructure, and championed a culture of growth and inclusion. I believe in leading with clarity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.From streamlining SOX compliance to launching mentoring and onboarding programs, I’ve built a career around connecting strategy with execution—and people with purpose. Whether I’m optimizing IT investments or helping new talent thrive, I bring energy, empathy, and a systems mindset to every challenge.Let’s connect if you’re passionate about IT strategy, culture, or building high-performing teams that make a difference.My personality types are DISC Dc (Architect) and Myers-Briggs INFJ. I am fast-paced, goal-oriented, and direct, appreciating brevity and efficiency. I\'m most energized by producing results, achieving goals, and leading the group. See my full personality profile here:

Experience

1. Senior Program Manager

   Tennessee Valley Authority

   Nov 2021 — Present · Chattanooga, TN, US

Education

• The University of Georgia

  Computer Science

  1997 — 1998

• The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

  BS, Computer Science

  1998 — 2004

• The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

  MBA, Business Administration, Management and Operations

  2007 — 2012

Skills

• Telecommunications
• Cisco Technologies
• Security
• Enterprise Architecture
• Cisco Ios
• Nerc
• Financial Modeling
• Virtualization
• Network Security
• Routers
• IT Operations
• Information Security Management
• Project Management
• Network Administration
• Vmware
• Firewalls
• Cloud Computing
• Disaster Recovery
• Cissp
• Vmware Esx
• Collaborative Leadership
• Troubleshooting
• Tcp/Ip
• Vpn
• Business Continuity
• IT Management
• Itil
• Dhcp
• Windows 7
• Data Center
• Software Documentation
• Network Engineering
• IT Strategy
• Visio
• Linux
• Routing
• Management
• Information Technology
• Network Design
• Storage Area Networks