Drew Headley
About Drew Headley
Drew Headley serves as the AVP of IT Production Control at Protective Life, where he has worked since 2007. With a background in systems administration and extensive experience in project coordination, he manages software releases and sets standards for release management processes.
Work at Protective Life
Drew Headley has been employed at Protective Life since 2007, currently holding the position of Assistant Vice President in IT Production Control. In this role, he coordinates high-level projects and oversees the release management processes across the enterprise. He collaborates closely with Development teams and Business Analysts to ensure the smooth deployment of software releases into both Model and Production environments. His tenure at Protective Life spans 17 years, reflecting a commitment to the organization and its IT operations.
Previous Experience at El Paso Corporation
Before joining Protective Life, Drew Headley worked at El Paso Corporation as a Systems Administrator - Principal from 1997 to 2007. During his 10 years at the company, he gained extensive experience in systems administration and contributed to various IT initiatives. His role involved managing systems and supporting the organization’s technological needs, which laid a strong foundation for his subsequent positions.
Previous Experience at Altec
Drew Headley began his career at Altec, where he served as a Systems Administrator from 1993 to 1996. Over the course of three years, he developed his skills in systems management and administration. This early experience contributed to his professional growth and prepared him for more advanced roles in IT.
Education and Expertise
Drew Headley studied at Jefferson State Community College, where he acquired foundational knowledge in information technology. His educational background, combined with extensive professional experience, has equipped him with expertise in coordinating complex IT projects, including those involving CRM, BizTalk, Team Foundation Server, and Control-M. He is recognized for setting enterprise-wide standards for release management processes.