Richard Kriss
About Richard Kriss
Richard Kriss is an Information Technology Project Manager at Maximus with extensive experience in managing IT infrastructure projects, particularly in the healthcare sector.
Professional Experience at Maximus
Richard Kriss currently holds the position of Information Technology Project Manager at Maximus, based in Reston, Virginia, United States. He has been with Maximus since 2020. In this role, Richard is responsible for overseeing IT projects, ensuring they align with both company goals and regulatory standards. His work involves managing project timelines, budgets, and ensuring successful project executions. Richard brings extensive experience and a wealth of knowledge to his role, contributing to the overall growth and efficiency of Maximus's IT department.
Past Experience at Syneos Health
In 2020, Richard Kriss worked at Syneos Health as an Information Technology Project Manager for a brief period of three months in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area. During his tenure, Richard managed technology projects, focusing on meeting the specific IT needs of the healthcare sector. His role included ensuring project deliverables were met on time and within budget, while adhering to industry standards and regulations.
Past Experience at Conduent
From 2018 to 2019, Richard Kriss served as Senior Manager, CISO PMO (Chief Information Security Office, Project Management Office) at Conduent in Morrisville, NC. In this position, he was responsible for managing security and compliance projects, ensuring the organization met its stringent security requirements. Richard's role included leading project teams, managing budgets, and implementing security policies and procedures that align with industry standards such as PCI, ISO, and NIST.
Educational Background
Richard Kriss holds multiple degrees from esteemed institutions. He earned an MA in Russian Studies from The George Washington University in 1970. In the same year, he also achieved an MS in Information Technology from Rockwell University, and a BA in Political Science from the University of Michigan. His diverse educational background has provided him with a broad perspective and a robust foundation for his career in Information Technology.
Certifications and Expertise
Richard Kriss holds multiple ITIL v3 certifications, including Service Operations and Service Transition, obtained in 2011. He is also a Six Sigma Green Belt, certified in the same year. With over 10 years of experience in managing security and compliance projects, Richard has in-depth knowledge of standards such as PCI, ISO, NIST, HIPAA, FISMA, and FDCC. He is skilled in managing both software and hardware project deployments and is proficient in guiding projects through various stages of development environments including DEV, SIT, UAT, STAGE, and PROD.