Vantage Systems, Inc.

Providing cybersecurity guidance and support for the GOES-R Ground System Engineering Project, a collaborative NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) and NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) program of Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites.

Senior Information Technology Security Officer

IPRO

(Joined IPRO through acquisition of ZyLAB)

Director Cloud Solutions

ZyLAB

Responsible for Security and Information Assurance for North American Region.
Designed Internal Auditing program in support of ISO 27001 certification. Conducted Internal Audits for certifications and annual checks of controls for compliance and continuous process improvement. Member of Security Steering Committee which developed, maintained and continuously improved upon security policies and programs for International SaaS software company. Achieved ISO 27001, Cloud Security Alliance - Star 1, and SOC2 Type 2 certifications.

Cyber Security Specialist/Internal Auditor

Responsible for delivering customer success for SaaS and On-Prem clients throughout North America by managing a team of consultants, support technicians, project managers and trainiers who provide the highest quality of services delivery in implementations, upgrades, customizations, consulting engagements, and training activities. Promotes and maintains the highest level of processes, best practices and knowledge sharing within the department to ensure that the quality and consistency of delivery is outstanding at all times with focus on the customer experience.

Director of Professional Services & Operations, North America

CIBER Federal

Information Assurance Manager (Acting/Interim): Appointed Acting IAM, by US Army Judge Advocate General. Responsible for ensuring confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, verification, protection and non-repudiation of information processed by the US Army, Office of The Judge Advocate General information systems. Developed and implement Information Assurance (IA) plans, security policies, standards, and architectures and provided guidance to and exercise technical control over subordinate IA systems officers and Legal Technology Management Officers. Advised OTJAG Chief Information Officer on IA policy, procedures, threats, requirements, resources, and solutions. Developed and maintained OTJAG IA and AIS Security Program, including OTJAG Standard Operating Procedures, designed to minimize security risk.

•	Successfully navigated DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP), Authority to Operate (ATO) and TIGS (Tenant in Good Standing)
•	Created and led Information Assurance Working Group for Information Security Professionals

Information Assurance Manager

CIBER/CRGT

Program Manager supporting the US Army, Office of The Judge Advocate General, IT Division, managing two IT Services contracts, valued at $5,000,000 annually. Responsible for technical and software development, project management analysis, personnel management, records management and all technical matters relating to the support of JAGCNET and other JAG automated systems. 

•	Directed software application design and development, system design, software app design, applications management, installation, maintenance, software support, technical writing, help desk support, network and systems administration, quality assurance, and quality control. 
•	Led a team of 30 contractors in application development, systems administration, network administration, cybersecurity, systems integration, service desk & help desk management all in support of customer success.
•	Managed tools and applications supporting eDiscovery, Investigations, Litigations Support, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Knowledge Management, IT Service Management, Project Management 
•	Applied industry best practices for project and program management, IT Service Management, and implemented process standardization and continuous improvement

Senior Project Manager

New Horizons Computer Learning Centers

Responsible for supporting production servers and administrative clients for company and customer use. 

•	Developed and deployed images for both production and training purposes. 
•	Performed basic and advanced software, network and hardware troubleshooting as well as system updates and upgrades
•	Evaluated new products through thorough software evaluation and testing, and worked with budget and policy teams to align acquisitions with strategic initiatives
•	Designed, implemented and maintained SharePoint Portal Server for employees and partners
•	Implemented Microsoft Project Server for Project Management

System Administrator

Taught Technical Classes, Business Skills Lessons and Certification Courses to corporate and government audiences in both public and private class settings. Supervised team of professional Technical and Corporate Instructors.

•	Supervised and mentored instructors, monitored development, evaluated performance, and provided guidance for growth. 
•	Rapidly learned and mastered new and emerging computer technology, and effectively communicated complex and challenging topics in easily consumable and digestible lessons
•	"Instructor of the Year" for New Horizons, Washington, DC 2004 and 2006
•	14 times ranked in the monthly "Top Ten New Horizons Instructors Worldwide" based on student evaluations

Senior Technical Instructor

Converse International School of Languages

Academic Coordinator/Head Teacher: Taught all levels of English as a Foreign Language classes, conversation classes, exam preparation courses and business executive training classes while overseeing Instructor Team.
•	Responsible for Managed company staffing needs by hiring and supervising instructor personnel. 
•	Built course schedule, assigned duties, and evaluated employee performance. 
•	Designed and directed a new international executive business program. 
•	Managed and improved student intake and placement processes and supporting database application.

Academic Coordinator - Head Teacher

Japan Exchange and Teaching Program(me) (JET)

Assistant Language Teacher (JET Programme Participant)

An experienced leader of high-performing teams with over 20 years in the Information Technology field and a background in Cyber Security and Artificial Intelligence, I have a passion for facilitating individual, team , and customer success through education, technology and inspired solutions.

Jay Schneider, PMP, CEDS, CISSP

Maribel Rivera Marketing and Event Services

Maribel Rivera Marketing aims to provide entrepreneurs and small to mid-size businesses with an organic and empowering way to communicate their products and services to the world. Through honest engagement and integrity, I work with businesses to grow and meet their sales and marketing goals. Whether it’s public relations and social network marketing, event planning and coordination, improving brand awareness, expanding into new markets, leveraging existing client relationships, or generating leads I work with companies to support and enhance these efforts. I can assist in developing the campaigns that deliver a brand story effectively and collaboratively.

Specializing in:

• Corporate Event Planning & Management
• Account Management & Business Development
• Marketing & Branding
• Social Media Marketing
• Strategic Planning
• Budget Development
• Vendor Selection & Management
• Process Implementation & Process Improvement

Sales, Marketing and Events Specialist

Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS)

As VP, Strategy and Client Engagement, I manage the Client Engagement Team and develop and execute programs targeted toward new clients. That includes meeting with key current and prospective clients to maintain relationships and negotiate and close sales.

I collaborate closely with Marketing on graphic design, web design and development, copywriting, and events including major industry conferences. Through my interactions with clients, the community, and our internal teams, I'm able to identify key messages and develop innovative ways to align our mission and vision with the needs of our clients. Driven by the belief that a brand is only as authentic as the culture of the company it represents, I focus our marketing efforts on clarifying and amplifying our unique story.

I continue, in this role, to manage ACEDS global chapters insuring diversity and inclusivity while building positive experiences for members, non-members, and both affiliate and affinity partners globally while supporting ACEDS mission to educate, train and certify legal professionals on e-Discovery and legal technology

- Creator of ACEDS' 𝙚𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙇𝙞𝙫𝙚 featuring George Socha,  𝘾𝙖𝙨𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙒𝙚𝙚𝙠 featuring Kelly Twigger, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙒𝙚 𝘼𝙧𝙚 𝘼𝘾𝙀𝘿𝙎 Livestream Series

VP, Strategy and Client Engagement

In this role, I manage ACEDS global chapters insuring diversity and inclusivity while building positive experiences for members, non-members, and both affiliate and affinity partners globally while supporting ACEDS mission to educate, train and certify legal professionals on e-Discovery and legal technology.

Senior Director, Community Relations

The Fearless Network, Inc. 

Co-Founder and Board Member

Kindato

Head Of Marketing

FRONTEO USA

Director of Sales Operations

Legal Technology Professionals Institute

Marketing Manager

Women in eDiscovery

As Chapter Meetings Director for Women in eDiscovery, I plan and organize all programs and events with the help of chapter board members and formed committees including contacting potential speakers and sponsors for upcoming meetings and events. 

I also develop the NYC Chapter meeting content with our speakers and coordinate the invitations to our members. I assist in promoting our chapter events with the with the assistance of our chapter board. This includes announcing our meetings, events, blogs and other news through the WiE website and social media sites.

Chapter Meetings Director - New York City

Information Governance Initiative

As the IGI's Marketing and Operations Manager, Maribel Rivera is responsible for the IGI's day-to-day operations, brand management and public relations. This includes developing and maintaining business relationships and partnerships that would benefit the members of the IGI Community.

Marketing & Operations Manager

The Cowen Group

• Oversee the Events and Market Research divisions of The Cowen Group
• Develop the marketing strategy for The Cowen Group including thought leadership events
• Manage the marketing budget and track the ROI of marketing activities
• Oversee client services for thought leadership and peer-to-peer events
• Manage a growing events team most interested in assisting our community by advancing careers through education, networking and placement opportunities

Vice President, Marketing & Operations

• Manage a growing marketing team including market research and events
• Create, market and promote new programs
• Develop sponsorship and sales partners
• Created, produced and managed creation of publicity materials (including all press releases, promotional materials, web content, etc.) 
• Coordinated participation in marketing/promotional programs by Litigation Support and Legal Technology professionals at AmLaw 200 and Fortune 500 organizations

Senior Director of Events and Marketing

Provide executive-level administrative support to the Managing Partner and provide operations management to The Cowen Group

Assistant to David Cowen

Produce and coordinate the nationally held Executive Forums for The Cowen Group and clients including the Cowen Smart Talk Breakfast Series, Virtual Seminars for New New Leaders and the LDO Advisory Group, as well as private events.

Assist in the development of The Cowen Group newsletter, blogs and other marketing initiatives.

Director of Events and Education

Merrill Corporation

•	Provide executive-level administrative support to the Senior Vice President of Sales for New York & New Jersey as well as four direct reports and a sales force of 50 people
•	Coordinate client luncheons
•	Organize the details of special events
•	Develop presentations for on- and off-site meetings
•	Distribution of company literature and promotional items to stimulate client interest and sales leads
•	Manage sales purchases and supporting documents with cost center codes
•	Process monthly expense reports reflecting supporting documents
•	Company’s Eastern Region contact for Court Express, Counsel Monitor and Pacer reports

Administrative Assistant, Sales

As a senior marketing leader, I help brands and businesses connect with their audiences and achieve growth goals. With extensive experience leading diverse projects and teams, I’ve honed a strategic and creative ability to unlock innovative marketing campaigns and bring ideas to life.

Currently, I consult for diverse private clients in technology, education, and recruiting, crafting and leading marketing and operations solutions to small and mid-sized companies. 

Previously I served as Director of Sales Operations for Fronteo USA Inc., leading transformation initiatives for the sales team. Prior to that I served as the Vice President of Marketing & Operations at The Cowen Group where I was engaged to set and execute strategy to accelerate business growth and performance of the Executive Recruiting and Events divisions. Over my time there, I helped expand the team from 4 to 11, and grow event revenue from $200K to $1.8M annually. I started my career in various administrative support roles, growing quickly into high-level executive support roles, including serving the SVP of Sales and a sales force of 50 at Merrill Corporation as an Executive Assistant.

Above all, I am known as a consummate professional always willing to go the extra mile for both my colleagues and clients alike. At the core of my character is a strong work ethic and commitment to people that drives me to invest heavily in developing relationships and unparalleled attention to detail. When I’m not working on initiatives, you can find me ardently involved with the community. Currently, I am an Executive Board member for Life Preservers Project, leading marketing and events for the non-profit organization.

Core Competencies:
Strategic Planning | Marketing Strategy | Sales Operations | Digital Marketing | Brand Development | Event Management | Communications | Marketing Budget Management | Content Strategy | SEO | Operations | Process Improvement | Compliance | Change Management | Team Leadership

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