Brian Stanfield

Hybrid IT and content professional with 15+ years supporting large user populations and a recent pivot into book authorship. Brings hands-on experience across Active Directory, Windows Server, endpoint security, and cloud migrations, plus proven capabilities in research, drafting, editing, and stakeholder collaboration. Ideal for organizations that value technical depth, strong documentation, and the ability to craft clear, persuasive technical content.

Book Author at Self Employed (2025-10 – Present)

• Authored long-form written works.
• Conducted independent research, content planning, outlining, drafting, revising, and final editing to deliver clear, structured, and polished manuscripts.
• Applied real-world experience to develop characters and events.
• Managed the end-to-end authoring process, including content organization, version control, feedback incorporation, and final manuscript preparation.
• Collaborated as needed with editors, reviewers, or publishing platforms to refine content quality and ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Developed supporting materials such as summaries, reference sections, and supplemental resources to enhance reader understanding and usability.
• Demonstrated strong written communication, self-direction, time management, and attention to detail throughout the publishing process.

Enterprise Architect at City Bank Texas (2012-10 – 2025-10)

• Led transition from on-premises data center to a hybrid cloud architecture, improving scalability and resilience.
• Administered Microsoft Privileged Identity Management (PIM) and supported identity governance initiatives.
• Redesigned disaster recovery and business continuity documentation to align with industry and regulatory standards.
• Coordinated documentation and technical evidence for audits and regulatory exams.
• Managed AT&T network contracts and service documentation.
• Served as committee member for Data Governance charter development.

IT Security Analyst at City Bank Texas (2012-10 – 2025-10)

• Designed and implemented enterprise vulnerability scanning using Qualys.
• Conducted vulnerability assessments, prioritized remediation, and collaborated with cross-functional teams.
• Developed and enforced endpoint security policies for Cylance Protect, Microsoft ATP, and Intune.
• Implemented Secureworks Taegis XDR and network segmentation using ACLs.
• Partnered with firewall and security vendors, including Palo Alto Networks.

IT Client Services Manager at City Bank Texas (2012-10 – 2025-10)

• Delivered Tier 3 technical support for complex user and system issues.
• Managed hiring, onboarding, and mentoring of IT service staff.
• Oversaw project assignments and ensured timely completion of IT initiatives.
• Maintained strong relationships between IT and a user base of 700+ employees.
• Led migration from AT&T MPLS to AT&T Network on Demand.

Network Administrator at City Bank Texas (2012-10 – 2025-10)

• Provided Tier 2 end-user and systems support.
• Administered Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Built, configured, and maintained Windows Server environments (2012–2022).
• Assisted in deployment of Citrix infrastructure, replacing legacy Microsoft Terminal Services.
• Administered SharePoint On-Premises and SharePoint Online.
• Managed SCCM deployments and workstation patching cycles.
• Implemented and managed endpoint protection using Microsoft Defender.
• Enforced security and compliance through patch management and device hardening.

IT Client Services / Helpdesk II at American State Bank (2008-06 – 2012-10)

• Provided Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support for banking staff.
• Supported and administered Active Directory and Windows Server (2003, 2008, 2012).
• Installed, maintained, and troubleshot workstations, peripherals, and network devices.
• Created network diagrams and assisted with infrastructure management.
• Supported Cisco IP telephony, Unity Voicemail, and Citrix ZenApp.
• Administered banking and infrastructure systems including SCCM, WSUS, and HP Systems Center.
• Supported Fiserv / AS400 green-screen banking applications.
• Assisted with training and onboarding of new IT hires.