Rob Downey

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About Rob Downey

An accomplished leader of systems and software development teams. Seasoned in the areas of project management, software quality assurance, cybersecurity, and team building. Experience in project management leading projects from kick off through closing. Successfully executing numerous projects in the disciplines of systems and software, embedded software, front end, apps, and hardware & mechanical systems design. Verticals include utilities, transportation and medical devices. Successfully implemented a new cyber security program across the organization from the ground up. The program scope including employee cyber security training, IT systems, embedded IOT device security, applications & cloud security, and securing the product development lifecycle. Created company cyber security standards and procedures to satisfy ISO ISA62443 and NIST security standards. Over 10 years of experience as a software quality assurance manager, improving product development workflows and processes. Progressive experience and significant successful contributions in software quality management, process improvement, internal audits and talent acquisition. Known for excellent internal and external customer service, brings people skills and problem-solving to help teams meet their goals. A keen interest in best practices for SDLC methodologies. A strong believer in disciplined yet flexible product planning, issue management and release management for successful software product releases. A proven track record for building strong teams through the recruitment, development and retention of top talent. Core Competencies: • Program Management • Cyber Security • Building Automation Controls Systems • Risk Management • Departmental & Project Budgeting • Software Quality Management • Process Improvement • Internal Quality Audits • Issue & Release Management • Technical Documentation • Talent Acquisition • Coaching and Mentoring