Cecil Schirtzinger
About Cecil Schirtzinger
Cecil Schirtzinger serves as the Director of Infrastructure, Control Center Monitoring, and IT Services at CenterPoint Energy, a position he has held since 2022. With extensive experience in IT and infrastructure management, he previously held various roles at Vectren Corporation, contributing to significant projects in data analytics and enterprise application integration.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Cecil Schirtzinger serves as the Director of Infrastructure, Control Center Monitoring, and IT Services at CenterPoint Energy since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for 24/7 monitoring and situational awareness of technology that supports critical business systems. His previous positions at CenterPoint Energy include Director of Solutions (Enterprise Architecture) and Employee Experience from 2019 to 2021, and Director of IT Control Center Monitoring, IT Service and Administration from 2021 to 2022. He also held the position of Director of Data Center and Infrastructure Operations from 2016 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Cecil Schirtzinger holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from Western Kentucky University, where he studied from 1988 to 1991. He possesses expertise in Service Oriented Architectures (SOA) and Enterprise Application Integration (EAI). His educational background and technical skills support his leadership roles in IT infrastructure and services.
Background
Before joining CenterPoint Energy, Cecil Schirtzinger worked at Vectren Corporation for nearly two decades. His roles included Manager of Financial Systems, Director of IT Infrastructure and Services, and Director of IT Infrastructure and Support Services. He also served as Manager of Energy Systems at Vectren Corporation. His extensive experience in IT management and infrastructure development has shaped his current responsibilities.
Achievements
Cecil Schirtzinger has led significant initiatives in his career, including the integration and reporting efforts for Big Data Analytics at Vectren Corporation. He implemented a full suite of Oracle Applications, including Payroll and HR systems, enhancing operational efficiency. His contributions to foundational infrastructure for SAP systems and database platforms at CenterPoint Energy further demonstrate his impact in the field.
Community Involvement
Cecil Schirtzinger is active in community service, volunteering with the United Way and raising funds for Riley Children's Hospital. His commitment to community engagement reflects his dedication to making a positive impact beyond his professional responsibilities.