Sunil Thomas
About Sunil Thomas
Sunil Thomas serves as the Senior Vice President of SLED East at SDI Presence in Chicago, Illinois, where he has worked since 2023. He has a diverse background in technology management, having held various leadership roles in both public and private sectors, including positions at the City of Chicago and Oracle Corporation.
Work at SDI Presence
Sunil Thomas currently serves as the Senior Vice President for SLED East at SDI Presence, a role he has held since 2023. His responsibilities include overseeing strategic initiatives and technology programs within the public sector. Prior to this position, he was the Vice President of Business Development at SDI Presence from 2022 to 2023. His experience in this organization highlights his commitment to aligning technology solutions with business objectives.
Previous Experience in Government and Technology
Sunil Thomas has extensive experience in both government and technology sectors. He worked as the Deputy CIO for the City of Chicago from 2010 to 2015, where he contributed to various IT initiatives. Following this, he served as the Group CIO for Business and Workforce Agencies at the State of Illinois from 2016 to 2022. He also held the position of CIO for the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation from 2015 to 2016.
Technical Management Background
Before his roles in government, Sunil Thomas worked at Oracle Corporation as a Technical Manager from 2001 to 2009. His career also includes a brief tenure as a Technical Project Manager at Purdue University Calumet in 2010. Additionally, he worked as a Consulting Project Manager at Baxter for one month in 2009. His technical management experience spans over two decades and includes expertise in multi-site project management.
Education and Expertise
Sunil Thomas earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Madurai Kamaraj University, where he studied from 1990 to 1994. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in technology management, strategic planning, and decision-making in technology programs. He specializes in aligning IT investments with business needs and has skills in vendor and contract management.
Publications and Contributions
In 2024, Sunil Thomas authored a guide focused on reducing technical debt, contributing to the body of knowledge in technology management. His work emphasizes the importance of effective collaboration with business leaders to ensure that IT investments meet organizational priorities. This publication reflects his commitment to advancing best practices in the technology sector.