Michael Dozier
Operations and Program Leader
With a dynamic background managing teams of up to 30 and budgets up to $12M, he specializes in driving strategic initiatives in media broadcasting, video transport, and cloud services, including SaaS and PaaS, and the successful execution of the projects and customer satisfaction. Solutions Architect with AWS certification rapidly adapts to digital platform transitions within cable companies, bridging legacy systems to IT-based solutions. Expert at quickly addressing complex challenges and adept at wearing multiple hats, applying deep expertise in both historical and emerging technologies to deliver innovative, user-centric solutions. Michael worked as a subject matter expert for several companies to fulfill the critical needs of priority clients adjacently without conflict and with the appropriate NDAs in place.
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Currently located in the Greater San Diego and Los Angeles Areas. Open to relocation.
EXPERIENCE
Dec 2020 - Sept. 2024
Senior SCRUM Master – Sr. Project Manager
Oversaw strategic project initiatives at LACERA, driving significant efficiency improvements and process automation. Managed vendor relationships and project procurement, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
Apr 2019 - April 2021
Sr. Security Project Manager CISM (Contract)
(Project and Program Management)
Oversaw a 25-member team handling an $8M budget, steering cross-functional project initiatives, business strategy, fostering interdepartmental communication, and leveraging data insights for strategic decisions.
Apr 2021- Apr. 2022
Sr. Infrastructure Project Manager - Network (Contract)
Led a 25-person team, managed a $2M budget, optimized content delivery, and fostered industry-leading innovations.
Aug 2019 - Mar 2021`
Sr. Customer Program Manager LWM2M (Contract)
Led a team of 30 and managed a $6M budget, focusing on cloud technology training, which enhanced client engagement and increased contract renewals.
Jan 2018 - Aug 2019
Cloud Security Program Manager
Directed an 18-person team, administered a $12M budget, and fortified cloud security across multiple platforms.
Vid Evolution Entertainment Private
Feb 2016 - Dec 2017
Sr. Technical Program Manager
Guided a team of 22, enhancing video streaming technology.
EXPERIENCE
Dec 2020 - Mar. 2025
Senior SCRUM Master – Sr. Project Manager
Oversaw strategic project initiatives at LACERA, driving significant efficiency improvements and process automation. Managed vendor relationships and project procurement, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
Apr 2019 - Dec. 2020
Sr. Security Project Manager CISM (Contract)
(Project and Program Management)
Oversaw a 25-member team handling an $8M budget, steering cross-functional project initiatives, business strategy, fostering interdepartmental communication, and leveraging data insights for strategic decisions.
Apr 2018 - Apr. 2019
Sr. Infrastructure Project Manager - Network (Contract)
Led a 25-person team, managed a $2M budget, optimized content delivery, and fostered industry-leading innovations.
May 2017- Apr. 2018
Sr. Customer Program Manager LWM2M (Contract)
Led a team of 30 and managed a $6M budget, focusing on cloud technology training, which enhanced client engagement and increased contract renewals.
Feb. 2016 - Apr. 2017
Cloud Security Program Manager
Directed an 18-person team, administered a $12M budget, and fortified cloud security across multiple platforms.
Jun 2012 - Feb 2016
Program Manager – Engineer 3
Led 8 engineers, managed a $12M budget, executed OCAP/IPTV projects, and strengthened client and vendor relationships.
May 2009 - Jun 2012
Certification Program Manager / Architect
Managed an 8-member team and a $6M budget, revolutionizing video distribution and spearheading interactive media certification.
RESULTS
Enhanced content delivery, achieving a 25% increase in audience engagement and a 30% growth in social media followers.
Developed certification programs, markedly increasing employee development participation and enhancing product quality assurance.
Advanced cloud security, reducing breaches by 30%, downtime by 15%, and achieving a 95% compliance score.
EXPERTISE
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Six Sigma Black Belt
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Certified Chief Information
Security Officer -
Certified Information Security Manager
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PMP
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POPM
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CSM
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PSM
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Operations Management
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People Management
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Program Management
MEET MICHAEL
EDUCATION
Master of Science (MS)
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Information Technology, Focus in Security
Q & A
Why did you choose your profession?
I enjoy working within the Technology and Media Sector and staying abreast of emerging markets. I enjoy working with and being able to see the tangible product visually through Data analytics and other dashboards. I also enjoy being the instrument of change when tasked to audit, review, change and implement policies and procedures.
Who are your main influences?
I have several influences, many that belong to Entrepreneur’s Organization. Many of these individuals have started their own Law Firms, Real Estate Brokerages and Professional Services Firms. John Chambers of Cisco Systems is also one of my main influences through his evangelism of new and emerging Technology and the markets that they are enhancing.
What is your greatest accomplishment?
My greatest accomplishment was to create and market my own professional services and media company. This company grew from 3 to 50 employees that serviced audio and visual engineering, logistics for festivals and extreme sporting events. This company started off as Promotional marketing concept and turned into a very successful staff augmentation company for digital media surrounding content distribution networks, broadcast and internet TV and Portfolio Project Management for different media and production studios.
What tools do you use?
ChatGPT 4
Otter AI, along with several other AI modules
JIRA, Rally, ServiceNow, Confluence, GitHub, All Microsoft Products
VMware VDI, Hypervisor, Cloud Orchestration Platforms
Azure, Google, Adobe, AWS and Oracle Cloud Platforms
What advice would you give to someone just starting out in your profession?
Research the Market the market in a 5-year forecasted mentality. Look for emerging market trends and areas of interest. Maintain skill set and position self for relevance within own workspace. This will ensure continued professional growth and ability to maintain interest and value with employer.
INTERESTS & HOBBIES
