Management Associate  ·  Group Technology Support

Hi, I'm Kevon
Garcia.

Experienced technology professional with strong background in enterprise IT, cybersecurity, and process optimization. Skilled in Active Directory, infrastructure security, and strategic IT alignment. Proven leadership experience in driving cross-functional initiatives and improving operational efficiency.

TOGAF AWS ITSM ISC2 Microsoft Azure
KG
Republic Bank Limited
Multi-Territory Financial Institution
Current
AloraPay
Founder, Restaurant Payment Platform
Start-Up
15+
Yrs Exp.
16
Certifications
38+
Skills
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About

Turning Technology
Into Business Value.

I am a technology and cybersecurity professional focused on delivering measurable results through the alignment of people, process, and technology. My experience spans enterprise IT operations, governance, and strategic execution within a high-demand financial services environment, where the ability to translate strategy into action is critical.

From a people perspective, I work across business and technical teams to build alignment, drive accountability, and foster collaboration. I have led and supported cross-functional initiatives, ensuring stakeholders remain engaged and outcomes are clearly understood and delivered.

From a process standpoint, I focus on identifying inefficiencies, standardizing workflows, and implementing structured approaches that improve consistency and performance. My work in process optimization has helped reduce operational risk, improve turnaround times, and strengthen overall service delivery

From a technology lens, I bring deep expertise in areas such as Active Directory, identity and access management, and enterprise systems. I have contributed to strengthening access control frameworks, supporting system rollouts, and ensuring that technology solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with business needs.

My approach is grounded in leadership for results. I prioritize execution, measurable outcomes, and continuous improvement, ensuring that initiatives not only meet their objectives but also deliver lasting value to the organization.

Enterprise Architecture
TOGAF-aligned governance across multi-territory institutions with complex stakeholder ecosystems and cross-border business capabilities.
Data Strategy & CDO
Chief Data Officer responsibilities spanning DAMA-aligned data governance, policy design, master data management, and data sovereignty frameworks.
Regulatory Compliance
Multi-regulator fluency across CBTT, ECCB, Bank of Ghana, Bank of Guyana, and West African financial market authorities.

Experience

Career timeline

Current
June 2024 — Present
Management Associate
Republic Bank Limited (RBL)

Drives enterprise IT strategy alignment, strengthening access controls, and partnering with business and technology stakeholders to deliver secure and efficient outcomes.

Technology Campus, Trinidad & Tobago
  • Support enterprise IT strategy alignment and governance
  • Strengthen access control and identity management frameworks
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across business and technology
October 2019 — 2024
System Analyst
Republic Bank Limited (RBL)

Delivered end-to-end system analysis and support by bridging business needs with technical solutions, ensuring stable system performance.

Technology Campus, Trinidad & Tobago
  • Analyzed business requirements and translated them into technical specifications for enterprise systems
  • Monitored system performance and coordinated issue resolution to maintain service reliability
  • Supported testing, deployment, and change management activities for new and existing solutions
  • Produced documentation including process flows, system designs, and user requirements
2013 — 2017
System Administrator
Republic Bank Limited (RBL)

Ensured secure, reliable, and compliant operation of HR systems through effective administration, access management, and operational support.

Head Office, Port of Spain. Trinidad & Tobago
  • Managed user accounts and access controls across HR systems, ensuring compliance with security policies
  • Maintained and supported the group HR applications including troubleshooting and resolving system issues
  • Performed system monitoring, patching, and routine maintenance to ensure availability and performance
  • Generated reports and supported audits by providing accurate system and user activity data

Expertise

Skills & frameworks

Architecture
TOGAF COBIT SABSA ArchiMate ITIL Business Capability Modelling EA Governance Architecture Review Board
Data & CDO
DAMA-DMBOK Data Governance Master Data Mgmt Data Strategy Data Sovereignty Policy Design Metadata Management
Infrastructure & Recovery
CDP WORM / Air-Gap Immutable Backup 3-2-1-1 Rule PITR RPO / RTO Design System Tiering
Regulatory & Compliance
CBTT ECCB Bank of Ghana Bank of Guyana Multi-Territory Financial Compliance IT Policy Governance
Domain proficiency
Cybersecurity & Risk Management 95%
Data Governance 92%
IT Policy & Governance 90%
Cloud & Infrastructure Engineering 88%
Regulatory Compliance 87%
IT Service Management & Digital Operations 85%

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