Carl Smith
About Carl Smith
Carl Smith serves as the Lead Global Architect at Transamerica, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in various technical roles within the company and has contributed to cloud transformation and data center infrastructure projects.
Work at Transamerica
Carl Smith has held multiple positions at Transamerica since joining the company in 1998. He currently serves as the Lead Global Architect, a role he has occupied since 2019. In this capacity, he leads the architecture for data center infrastructure transformation and oversees cloud transformation initiatives, particularly focusing on AWS and Azure technologies. Prior to his current role, he held various positions including Lead Internet & Messaging Engineer, Top Technical Storage Engineer, and Lead IT Consultant - Cloud Brokering/Solution Design. His extensive experience at Transamerica spans over two decades.
Education and Expertise
Carl Smith studied at Mount Mercy College, where he earned a degree in Business Administration and Management from 2004 to 2007. His educational background supports his extensive career in information technology, particularly in architecture and cloud solutions. Smith's expertise includes data center infrastructure, cloud transformation, and third-party connectivity projects, which he leads at Transamerica.
Background
Before joining Transamerica, Carl Smith worked at Parsons Technology, Inc. as an Information Technology Support Specialist from 1994 to 1998. His career at Transamerica began in 1998, and he has since progressed through various technical roles, including Senior Server Engineer and Site Manager. His long tenure at Transamerica reflects his deep understanding of the company's IT landscape and infrastructure needs.
Achievements
Carl Smith is a member of the Design Authority and Security Change Boards at Transamerica, contributing to the governance of IT projects and security measures. His leadership in cloud transformation and data center infrastructure projects demonstrates his commitment to advancing the company's technological capabilities. Smith's work has a significant impact on Transamerica's IT strategy and operational efficiency.