Brian Hoover

Manager of Solutions Engineering at Identiv
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(386) 825-5501
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Key Largo, Florida, United States, US

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Credentials

  • CSEIP
    Secure Technology Alliance
    Aug, 2022
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

    • United States
    • Computer and Network Security
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Manager of Solutions Engineering
      • Feb 2022 - Present

    • Sr. Solutions Engineer - Southern Regions
      • Oct 2021 - Feb 2022

    • Solutions Engineer - Southeast & Southcentral
      • Aug 2020 - Feb 2022

    • Regional Sales Manager
      • Aug 2019 - Apr 2020
    • United States
    • Computer and Network Security
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • VP of Business Development
      • Mar 2018 - Aug 2019

    • Sr. Director of Operations
      • Feb 2018 - Dec 2018

    • COO at Smart Marine Group
      • Jan 2017 - May 2018
    • United States
    • Security and Investigations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • General Manager
      • Feb 2015 - Jan 2017
    • United States
    • Hospitality
    • 300 - 400 Employee
    • IT Department Manager/Infrastructure
      • Apr 2008 - May 2014

      Managed and maintained all low voltage infrastructure and systems for the private city of Ocean Reef, including all Fiber Optic, data, telephone, and surveillance systems infrastructure. With a staff of 8 maintained, upgraded, and maximized all critical systems to their full potential. Provide vision and served as the chief design engineer for all mention systems and project managed all upgrades, modifications, and major construction projects related to IT systems. Managed a $2M annual budget… Show more Managed and maintained all low voltage infrastructure and systems for the private city of Ocean Reef, including all Fiber Optic, data, telephone, and surveillance systems infrastructure. With a staff of 8 maintained, upgraded, and maximized all critical systems to their full potential. Provide vision and served as the chief design engineer for all mention systems and project managed all upgrades, modifications, and major construction projects related to IT systems. Managed a $2M annual budget including capital projects as well as consultations on future vision and development of additional and modification scope for the future. • Managed, upgraded, and maintained a city wide network infrastructure and all its hardware. • Served as the local low voltage electrical engineer and consultant for all related systems and projects for development. • Responsible for a staff of 8 that served an entity with 1Kstaff members and 10K residents. • In charge of the entire security and surveillance systems for the city along with maintenance and expansion. • Project-managed all projects that related to any low voltage systems. • Instituted systems, policies, and procedures for improving security and functionality for the community. • Maintained a strict operating and capital expenditure budgets both on time and under cost. • Provided ongoing training to staff and organization personnel on low voltage system operations and maintenance. • Communicated directly with the President and board of directors a future vision and road map for the future of the organization from an IT prospective as well as come up with creative new idea to solve related problems. Show less Managed and maintained all low voltage infrastructure and systems for the private city of Ocean Reef, including all Fiber Optic, data, telephone, and surveillance systems infrastructure. With a staff of 8 maintained, upgraded, and maximized all critical systems to their full potential. Provide vision and served as the chief design engineer for all mention systems and project managed all upgrades, modifications, and major construction projects related to IT systems. Managed a $2M annual budget… Show more Managed and maintained all low voltage infrastructure and systems for the private city of Ocean Reef, including all Fiber Optic, data, telephone, and surveillance systems infrastructure. With a staff of 8 maintained, upgraded, and maximized all critical systems to their full potential. Provide vision and served as the chief design engineer for all mention systems and project managed all upgrades, modifications, and major construction projects related to IT systems. Managed a $2M annual budget including capital projects as well as consultations on future vision and development of additional and modification scope for the future. • Managed, upgraded, and maintained a city wide network infrastructure and all its hardware. • Served as the local low voltage electrical engineer and consultant for all related systems and projects for development. • Responsible for a staff of 8 that served an entity with 1Kstaff members and 10K residents. • In charge of the entire security and surveillance systems for the city along with maintenance and expansion. • Project-managed all projects that related to any low voltage systems. • Instituted systems, policies, and procedures for improving security and functionality for the community. • Maintained a strict operating and capital expenditure budgets both on time and under cost. • Provided ongoing training to staff and organization personnel on low voltage system operations and maintenance. • Communicated directly with the President and board of directors a future vision and road map for the future of the organization from an IT prospective as well as come up with creative new idea to solve related problems. Show less

    • President/Owner
      • Mar 2004 - Dec 2008

      Oversaw all operations for the day to day business, customer service and strategic planning for the company. Specialized in cutting edge security systems and anti-theft devices. Products include CCTV, Access Control, Intercom, Time and Attendance, and Low Voltage cable/communications infrastructure. Developed and managed projects domestically and throughout Latin America in excess of $2 million annually. Opened an international remote sales/installation office in South America for the growing… Show more Oversaw all operations for the day to day business, customer service and strategic planning for the company. Specialized in cutting edge security systems and anti-theft devices. Products include CCTV, Access Control, Intercom, Time and Attendance, and Low Voltage cable/communications infrastructure. Developed and managed projects domestically and throughout Latin America in excess of $2 million annually. Opened an international remote sales/installation office in South America for the growing security marketplace in the region. Bridged the cultural gap between regions to identify and target the market needs. Specialized in custom one off solutions with a high level of integration. • Sold, project managed, serviced and installed aspects of multi-million dollar projects for large commercial and industrial clients both foreign and domestic. • Administered and directed all aspects of engineering operations through vision and strategy. • Oversaw several concurrent projects, and held overall accountability for system quality and efficiency. • Provided financial overview, forecasting, and leadership for the organization. • Worked closely with staff at both offices to identify best business practices, providing the best work environment possible, and fostered growth for the organization. • Launched a series of productivity improvement, process re-engineering, cost analysis and performance management programs that improved productivity, service quality, and customer satisfaction. • Maintained a high quality of employee performance through constant monitoring, feedback and coaching. • Managed projects diligently under aggressive deadlines while also coming in on time and on or under budget. Show less Oversaw all operations for the day to day business, customer service and strategic planning for the company. Specialized in cutting edge security systems and anti-theft devices. Products include CCTV, Access Control, Intercom, Time and Attendance, and Low Voltage cable/communications infrastructure. Developed and managed projects domestically and throughout Latin America in excess of $2 million annually. Opened an international remote sales/installation office in South America for the growing… Show more Oversaw all operations for the day to day business, customer service and strategic planning for the company. Specialized in cutting edge security systems and anti-theft devices. Products include CCTV, Access Control, Intercom, Time and Attendance, and Low Voltage cable/communications infrastructure. Developed and managed projects domestically and throughout Latin America in excess of $2 million annually. Opened an international remote sales/installation office in South America for the growing security marketplace in the region. Bridged the cultural gap between regions to identify and target the market needs. Specialized in custom one off solutions with a high level of integration. • Sold, project managed, serviced and installed aspects of multi-million dollar projects for large commercial and industrial clients both foreign and domestic. • Administered and directed all aspects of engineering operations through vision and strategy. • Oversaw several concurrent projects, and held overall accountability for system quality and efficiency. • Provided financial overview, forecasting, and leadership for the organization. • Worked closely with staff at both offices to identify best business practices, providing the best work environment possible, and fostered growth for the organization. • Launched a series of productivity improvement, process re-engineering, cost analysis and performance management programs that improved productivity, service quality, and customer satisfaction. • Maintained a high quality of employee performance through constant monitoring, feedback and coaching. • Managed projects diligently under aggressive deadlines while also coming in on time and on or under budget. Show less

    • United States
    • Security and Investigations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Operations Manager
      • 2002 - 2003
    • United States
    • Computer and Network Security
    • Project Manager/National Accounts
      • Mar 1994 - Aug 2002

      Initially hired on as the only Service Tech and promoted within the first year to Service Manager. Again promoted to Nation Accounts to acquire and oversee the largest company client to date, Enron along with several other Fortune 500 Tech companies. Traveled nationwide designing, consulting, and implementing these corporations security integration needs. Managed a team of engineers and technicians as well as several subcontractors working on client projects. • Implemented several changes in… Show more Initially hired on as the only Service Tech and promoted within the first year to Service Manager. Again promoted to Nation Accounts to acquire and oversee the largest company client to date, Enron along with several other Fortune 500 Tech companies. Traveled nationwide designing, consulting, and implementing these corporations security integration needs. Managed a team of engineers and technicians as well as several subcontractors working on client projects. • Implemented several changes in company procedure and operations. • Took the department from under 10K a month to over 60K net profit. • Worked with companies nationwide and worldwide including IDC corp., Lattice Semi Conductor, International Airports, FAA, TSA, IFS, and others. • Created designs that were congruent with company brands, customer profile and reflected the current and upcoming trends while offering customers exceptional value. • Emphasis on superior customer relationship management included developing strong relationships with customers to insure prompt response and manage expectations. Show less Initially hired on as the only Service Tech and promoted within the first year to Service Manager. Again promoted to Nation Accounts to acquire and oversee the largest company client to date, Enron along with several other Fortune 500 Tech companies. Traveled nationwide designing, consulting, and implementing these corporations security integration needs. Managed a team of engineers and technicians as well as several subcontractors working on client projects. • Implemented several changes in… Show more Initially hired on as the only Service Tech and promoted within the first year to Service Manager. Again promoted to Nation Accounts to acquire and oversee the largest company client to date, Enron along with several other Fortune 500 Tech companies. Traveled nationwide designing, consulting, and implementing these corporations security integration needs. Managed a team of engineers and technicians as well as several subcontractors working on client projects. • Implemented several changes in company procedure and operations. • Took the department from under 10K a month to over 60K net profit. • Worked with companies nationwide and worldwide including IDC corp., Lattice Semi Conductor, International Airports, FAA, TSA, IFS, and others. • Created designs that were congruent with company brands, customer profile and reflected the current and upcoming trends while offering customers exceptional value. • Emphasis on superior customer relationship management included developing strong relationships with customers to insure prompt response and manage expectations. Show less

Education

  • Washignton State University
    Mechanical Engineering
  • Clark College
    General Studies

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