Craig Vollertsen
About Craig Vollertsen
Craig Vollertsen is a Florida Account Manager with extensive experience in information technology and management within various Florida state agencies. He has held significant roles, including CIO/CTO at the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and has a strong background in network infrastructure and information security.
Current Role at Brandt Information Services
Craig Vollertsen has served as the Florida Account Manager at Brandt Information Services since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for managing client relationships and ensuring the delivery of services tailored to the needs of Florida-based clients. His experience in account management allows him to effectively communicate client requirements and coordinate with internal teams to meet those needs.
Previous Experience in State Government
Before joining Brandt Information Services, Craig Vollertsen held various positions within Florida state agencies. He worked at the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services as CIO/CTO from 2012 to 2021, where he directed activities for a budget of $31 million and oversaw 256 full-time positions. He also served as Systems Project Coordinator at the same department from 1988 to 2006, contributing to the management of critical systems like the Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR).
Technical Expertise and Infrastructure Management
Craig has extensive technical expertise, having managed a network infrastructure that includes an IBM Z series mainframe and a Cisco Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) system. He ensured that systems maintained 99.95% availability to meet disaster recovery requirements, demonstrating his commitment to operational reliability and efficiency.
Involvement in State CIO Council
Craig represented the Department of Financial Services as a member of the State CIO Council. This involvement allowed him to engage with other state technology leaders and contribute to discussions on information technology strategies and policies that affect state operations.
Early Career in Programming
Craig began his career as a Computer Programmer at the REVENUE, Florida Department of, where he worked from 1986 to 1988. This early experience in programming laid the foundation for his later roles in information technology and management within state agencies.