Hi, I'm Michael Sciandra, an accomplished and results-oriented Project Manager with over 10 years of experience leading significant projects in Healthcare, Military, and Data Communications. I've successfully managed large budgets and cross-functional teams on both government and civilian projects, always focusing on process governance, strategic planning, and collaborative leadership. I pride myself on my strong communication skills and an adaptable can-do attitude that drives project success. Over my career, I've led projects involving cloud computing, data governance, and software development, working with multicultural teams across the US and internationally in locations such as Turkey and Japan. I enjoy mentoring colleagues and standardizing procedures to improve operational efficiency. My experience includes hands-on use of Agile and Waterfall methodologies, data analytics, and implementing robust IT infrastructure solutions.

MICHAEL SCIANDRA

Hi, I'm Michael Sciandra, an accomplished and results-oriented Project Manager with over 10 years of experience leading significant projects in Healthcare, Military, and Data Communications. I've successfully managed large budgets and cross-functional teams on both government and civilian projects, always focusing on process governance, strategic planning, and collaborative leadership. I pride myself on my strong communication skills and an adaptable can-do attitude that drives project success. Over my career, I've led projects involving cloud computing, data governance, and software development, working with multicultural teams across the US and internationally in locations such as Turkey and Japan. I enjoy mentoring colleagues and standardizing procedures to improve operational efficiency. My experience includes hands-on use of Agile and Waterfall methodologies, data analytics, and implementing robust IT infrastructure solutions.

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Hi, I’m Michael Sciandra, an accomplished and results-oriented Project Manager with over 10 years of experience leading significant projects in Healthcare, Military, and Data Communications. I’ve successfully managed large budgets and cross-functional teams on both government and civilian projects, always focusing on process governance, strategic planning, and collaborative leadership. I pride myself on my strong communication skills and an adaptable can-do attitude that drives project success.

Over my career, I’ve led projects involving cloud computing, data governance, and software development, working with multicultural teams across the US and internationally in locations such as Turkey and Japan. I enjoy mentoring colleagues and standardizing procedures to improve operational efficiency. My experience includes hands-on use of Agile and Waterfall methodologies, data analytics, and implementing robust IT infrastructure solutions.

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Work Experience

Project Manager/Data Governance at Sonora Home Health, Phoenix, AZ
September 1, 2019 - August 3, 2025
Built schedules and templates for project management using Smartsheet’s Collabra, Snowflake, and SharePoint to support data centers and healthcare projects using Agile Cloud/Waterfall/Hybrid methodologies. Managed DevOps and construction projects for healthcare facilities collaborating with multiple agencies and vendors. Functioned as Scrum functional manager coordinating IT infrastructure, developers, and technicians with cloud computing tools such as Azure and AWS. Instituted best practices in data governance and managed contracts and vendor relationships. Led software implementation including ServiceNow and SharePoint for workflow and ticketing standardization. Specialized in secure network practices utilizing Wireshark packet sniffing. Mentored project managers and consulted on future business projects while supporting healthcare operational needs including medical equipment installations.
Senior Project Manager/Data Governance at MCS Mission Critical Solutions, Tampa, FL
September 1, 2019 - Present
Managed $500k Government Airforce Base projects utilizing Enterprise Resource & Planning with Agile methodology, supporting Data Centers & Command Posts with cloud applications across the US and surrounding islands. Led multicultural teams and overseas personnel coordinating application changes and service rollouts. Developed schedules, templates, and designs for project management tools in Smartsheet’s, Collibra, Azure, AWS, and SharePoint. Served as the head liaison for auditing project management processes, including forecasting, risk management, and change orders. Implemented SDLC lifecycle projects using Scrum methodologies managing developers, IT infrastructure, and technicians. Spearheaded cloud migration projects and optimized usage of cloud computing resources in the BFS banking industry. Installed and configured Windows 10 and ServiceNow for 20,000 users in multiple time zones. Provided data governance, training, and real-time implementation support for dozens of project ma
Project Manager/Data Governance at Sonora Home Health, Phoenix, AZ
September 1, 2019 - August 3, 2025
Oversaw multiple projects in healthcare and data centers using Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Managed construction and IT infrastructure projects, collaborating with state and local governments. Deployed enterprise release projects with cross-functional teams, worked on cloud computing solutions using Azure and AWS, and implemented security measures with two-factor authentication. Developed project assessment quotes, handled Active Directory setup for 5000 users, and mentored other project managers. Established best practices for data governance and contract/vendor management. Implemented ServiceNow and SharePoint for standardized project databases. Applied network security tools such as Wireshark for packet sniffing and analysis.
Senior Project Manager/Data Governance at MCS Mission Critical Solutions, Tampa, FL
September 1, 2019 - Present
Managed $500k Government Airforce Base projects using Agile methodology and Enterprise Resource Planning tools. Coordinated projects supporting Data Centers and Command Posts across the US and overseas locations. Developed schedules, templates, and project documentation using Smartsheet, Collibra, Azure, AWS, and SharePoint. Led auditing and forecasting efforts, implemented SDLC lifecycle projects using SCRUM, managed Developers, IT Infrastructure, and technicians, and optimized cloud computing usage for BFS financial systems. Delivered training for project management tools and spearheaded cloud application migrations. Maintained risk management, ROI analysis, and applied governance to projects. Managed Active Directory roles and permissions for 20,000 users and contributed to capture team for proposals.
Project Manager/Data Governance at Sonora Home Health, Phoenix, AZ
September 1, 2019 - July 30, 2025
Managed multiple projects in data centers and healthcare infrastructure using Agile Cloud, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies. Oversaw project schedules and templates for portfolio meetings with Smartsheet, Collabra, Snowflake, and SharePoint. Coordinated healthcare facility construction projects liaising with state/local governments and stakeholders. Used Scrum to deploy enterprise release projects involving IT infrastructure, developers, and technicians. Implemented security measures like two-factor authentication and firewalls for cloud-based applications, managed RFQs, RFPs, RFIs, and bids. Installed Active Directory for 5,000 users, managing network permissions and controls. Led ServiceNow implementation for 3,000 users and managed business operations BOM and material requests including installation of medical equipment such as MRI and CT machines. Mentored project managers and provided consulting for future business endeavors. Applied Wireshark for network security analyses.
Senior Project Manager/Data Governance at MCS Mission Critical Solutions, Tampa, FL
September 1, 2019 - Present
Managed $500k government projects supporting Airforce Bases using Enterprise Resource & Planning with Agile methodology including Jenkins production supporting Data Centers and Command Posts. Led multicultural teams across U.S. and overseas including Incirlik Turkey, Guam, and Japan. Developed schedules, templates, and designs for other project managers using Smartsheet, Collibra, Azure, AWS, and SharePoint. Headed audits for BSM, PMs, and PPMs, developed RACI charts, and managed SDLC lifecycle projects using SCRUM. Oversaw rollout of enterprise software with Snowflake and Azure Cloud Computing, supporting BFS banking financial systems and internal IT infrastructure. Implemented Windows 10 deployment and ServiceNow for 20,000 users in different time zones. Led training sessions for Smartsheet and Confluence deployments, spearheaded cloud migrations using GIS technologies, and managed risk identification and mitigation. Managed active directory setup and was part of proposal capture tea
Systems IT Specialist at VERIZON (DATA SERVICES), Tampa, FL
November 1, 2015 - August 3, 2025
Supported local data center operations and voice communications for a large call center. Developed, tested, and deployed new Windows system images using Scrum methodology and Active Directory management. Worked extensively with service management tools including ServiceNow and PeopleSoft. Led beta testing of a Windows 7 image estimating significant hardware cost savings.
Systems IT Specialist at Verizon (Data Services), Tampa, FL
November 1, 2015 - August 3, 2025
Supported local data center operations and voice communications for a large call center. Developed and deployed system images for Windows 7 and Windows 10 using Scrum methodology. Managed Active Directory Group Policies and administration. Used ServiceNow, SNOW, PeopleSoft, and DevOps tools. Led beta testing of a Windows 7 image to reduce hardware refresh costs, potentially saving $500K.
Systems IT Specialist at VERIZON (DATA SERVICES), Tampa, FL
November 1, 2015 - July 30, 2025
Supported local data center operations and voice communications for a 400-seat, 24x7 call center with 1,500 physical and remote employees. Developed, tested, and deployed Windows 7 and Windows 10 system images using Scrum methodology. Managed Active Directory Group Policies and administration. Worked with ServiceNow, SNOW, and PeopleSoft DevOps environments. Led development and beta testing of Windows 7 image to eliminate hardware refresh needs, potentially saving over $500k.

Education

Bachelor Of Science at ITT Technical Institute, Tampa FL
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Associates Of Science at ITT Technical Institute, Getzville NY
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Bachelor Of Science at ITT Technical Institute, Tampa FL
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Associates Of Science at ITT Technical Institute, Getzville NY
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Bachelor Of Science at ITT Technical Institute, Tampa FL
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Associates Of Science at ITT Technical Institute, Getzville NY
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005

Qualifications

Certified A+ Comp Tia
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Cisco Select Certified
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Certified A+ Comp Tia
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Cisco Select Certified
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Certified A+ Comp Tia
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Cisco Select Certified
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010

Industry Experience

Government, Healthcare, Financial Services, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Telecommunications