Gary Cernosek
About Gary Cernosek
Gary Cernosek is a Senior Product Manager in the telecommunications industry with extensive experience at IBM and Accruent. He has a background in software engineering and product management, having directed development teams and collaborated on research with NASA.
Current Role at Accruent
Gary Cernosek serves as a Senior Product Manager at Accruent, focusing on the telecommunications industry. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the development and management of products that cater to the needs of telecommunications and energy sectors. His role involves overseeing product strategy and ensuring alignment with market demands.
Previous Experience at IBM
Gary Cernosek has extensive experience at IBM, where he held various senior product management roles. His tenure included positions such as Senior Product Manager for Internet of Things (IoT) tool integrations and Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tool integration. He worked at IBM from 1998 to 2017, focusing on software lifecycle tools, mobile location services, and enterprise architecture.
Educational Background
Gary Cernosek earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science degree in Computer Systems and Software Engineering from the University of Houston-Clear Lake. His academic background supports his expertise in product management and software development.
Collaboration with NASA
Gary Cernosek participated in joint research programs with NASA, where he contributed to the development of object-oriented software engineering methodologies for the International Space Station. This collaboration highlights his involvement in advanced software engineering practices and his ability to work on high-stakes projects.
Agile Practices and Team Management
At Accruent, Gary Cernosek is involved in evolving Agile practices to align with the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). He directs four development teams that include both U.S.-based and international resources, adapting to diverse communication and cultural styles. He utilizes modern Agile-based management tools, such as Aha!, Atlassian Jira, Trello, and Confluence, to enhance team collaboration and project management.