Darren Burden
About Darren Burden
Darren Burden serves as the Director of Information Technology Operations at Synovus, a position he has held since 2023. With over 18 years of experience in IT leadership, he has previously worked in various roles at companies such as InComm Payments, Worldpay, and Performive.
Work at Synovus
Darren Burden has been serving as the Director of Information Technology Operations at Synovus since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing IT operations and ensuring the effective management of technology resources. His experience in IT leadership contributes to the strategic direction of the organization.
Previous Experience in IT Operations
Before joining Synovus, Darren Burden held several key positions in the technology sector. He worked at InComm Payments as the Director of Information Technology Operations from 2019 to 2023. Prior to that, he served as the Director of Command Center Operations at Worldpay from 2015 to 2017, where he focused on ITIL processes. His career also includes roles at Performive and Lynk Systems, Inc.
Education and Expertise
Darren Burden possesses extensive expertise in IT operations and management, with a strong focus on ITIL processes and Command Center operations. He has over 18 years of experience managing fast-paced 24/7 Command Centers, showcasing his ability to lead high-performance teams and build consensus across diverse groups.
Background in IT Management
Darren Burden began his career in IT management at Lynk Systems, Inc., where he worked as the Manager of Data Communications from 2003 to 2005. He then transitioned to Worldpay, where he spent a decade in various roles, including Technical Service Manager, before moving on to Director positions at Performive and InComm Payments.
Leadership Style
Darren Burden is recognized for his highly organized and methodical approach to IT leadership. He emphasizes building consensus among high-performance teams, which has been a key aspect of his management style throughout his career in technology operations.