Harley Smith

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About Harley Smith

Versatile IT & Cybersecurity Manager with a proven record of driving digital transformation, securing critical lab environments, and optimizing infrastructure across life sciences, healthcare, and dental sectors. With over a decade of progressive experience, I specialize in aligning technology with regulatory frameworks like GxP and FDA validation while enabling scalable growth and business continuity. I’ve led lab IT transformations—including ELN implementations, Windows 11 migrations, and multifactor authentication rollouts—ensuring secure, compliant, and high-performance systems. My hands-on leadership style balances deep technical proficiency with strategic foresight, allowing me to govern software lifecycles, fortify cybersecurity posture, and deliver measurable outcomes like reduced support ticket volumes, faster system recovery, and stronger threat protection. Recognized for enabling research continuity across 100+ lab systems, I bring expertise in disaster recovery planning, Active Directory governance, endpoint protection, and vendor management. I’m passionate about building future-ready IT ecosystems that support mission-critical operations while minimizing risk and ensuring compliance. Let’s connect if you’re looking for someone who can bridge the gap between IT infrastructure and secure, audit-ready scientific innovation.