PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, IT Advisory Services - Toronto, Ontario Canada
Toronto, Canada Area
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- Manager, IT Advisory Services - Information Security at PricewaterhouseCoopers
- Engine and Safety Systems Mechanic/ Business Development Manager at Etter Motorsports IHRA Alcohol Funny Car
- Past
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- Project Director at Workbrain Inc.
- Service Line Manager - Emerging Practices at PeopleSoft
- Manager, Information Risk Management at KPMG LLP
- Account Manager at PeopleSoft
- SAP R/3 Human Resources Consultant at Ernst & Young
- Continuing Educations Diploma Program Instructor - Part Time at Humber College of Applied Arts & Technology, Ryerson Polytechnic University
- Director - Systems Implementation and Support at Microtrek Development
- Development and Support Manager at HR Technologies (Formerly HR Hitech)
- Education
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- Humber College of Applied Arts & Technology
- York University
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Arn Kashino’s Summary
Arn has over 15 years of experience in the information technology consulting industry including 9 years implementing Workbrain, PeopleSoft, SAP, and Oracle applications. Arn has extensive experience in the analysis, design, development and implementation of information systems technology with a focus on project risk management, project management, planning and strategy, business process re-design, systems analysis, systems design, data warehousing, and quality assurance
Arn’s information technology background is extensive, ranging from Engagement Manager overseeing project delivery, Project Manager managing projects, Functional Lead, Project Testing Lead, Business Process Consultant, and Risk Mitigation Specialist on some of Canada’s largest IT projects.
Arn’s strong project management, oversight, and leadership skills have enabled him to effectively lead teams to complete their deliverables on time and within budget. His functional and technical skills have enabled him to successfully research, analyze, design, and support systems to meet customer requirements.
He has been a strong leader, working with Business Development teams, guiding successful License and Service pursuits to a successful close.
Arn Kashino’s Specialties:
Specialist in project audit and risk pertaining to "Runaway" or "at risk" ERP implementations.
Human Resources, Human Resources Plannng, Finance, CRM, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and EPM.
Arn Kashino’s Experience
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Manager, IT Advisory Services - Information Security
PricewaterhouseCoopers
(Partnership; 10,001 or more employees; Information Technology and Services industry)
March 2006 — Present (2 years 3 months)
Arn provides leadership and guidance to his clients in the identification and management of their major IT risks and related performance improvements. This has comprised a substantial volume of work co-ordinating, planning and performing information and IT risk and security assessments, strategy planning, organizational or project change strategy, project supervision, and turnaround initiatives for “runaway” projects involving ERP and customized apps.
Disciplines:
•IT Security
•Ethical Hacking/Penetration Testing
•Business Continuity Planning
•Disaster Recovery Planning
•IT Strategy (Implementation & Upgrade)
•Project Management & Assurance
•Project Risk Assessment and Mitigation
•Project Recovery
•Project Litigation and Arbitration Support
Industries:
•Healthcare
•Public Safety and Security
•Manufacturing
•Financial Services
•Retail
•Telecom
•Government & Education
•Public Sector Utilities
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Engine and Safety Systems Mechanic/ Business Development Manager
Etter Motorsports IHRA Alcohol Funny Car
(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Sports industry)
2000 — Present (8 years)
www.mikeetter.com
In his spare time, Arn works as a mechanic on a professional racing team running a 240+ MPH alcohol fueled Funny Car in the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA). Running at just under 3,000 horsepower, this behemoth allows Arn to share his passion for cars and speed in a professional setting.
Arn's primary responsibility during races across Canada and the United States is to maintain and rebuild the engine and drivetrain, as well as ensure all safety systems are in proper order in this exciting sport. This would include fire suppression systems, firesuits, breathing tanks, safety restraints, and parachutes.
Arn's other responsibility is business development in the heavily sponsored and well attended sport. Through Arn's work, Etter Motorsports has be featured in 2 major Canadian Newspapers, written by premier sports and automotive writers Tim Miller and Jim Kenzie. -
Project Director
Workbrain Inc.
(Public Company; 501-1000 employees; Computer Software industry)
May 2005 — February 2006 (10 months)
www.workbrain.com
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Service Line Manager - Emerging Practices
PeopleSoft
(Public Company; 5001-10,000 employees; PSFT; Computer Software industry)
October 2000 — May 2005 (4 years 8 months)
Responsible for Project Management, Engagement Management, Business Development, and Risk Mitigation on large ERP implementations. Primary specialty is the realignment of "runaway" or "at risk" ERP projects for all product lines at PeopleSoft.
Engaged at some of PeopleSoft Canada's largest accounts implementing or upgrading Human Capital Management (HCM/HR), Finance (FSM), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Enterprise Practice Management (EPM), and Supply Chain Management (SCM).
Role involved not only specialized project management experience, but required a high degree of business development work and relationship building in complex and politically charged environments.
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Manager, Information Risk Management
KPMG LLP
(Partnership; 10,001 or more employees; Management Consulting industry)
March 1999 — October 2001 (2 years 8 months)
Responsible for evaluation of IT projects and risk for large scale implementations of all ERP application vendors. Completed multiple project audits, forensic reviews, and Y2K compliance reviews.
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Account Manager
PeopleSoft
(Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; PSFT; Computer Software industry)
1997 — 1999 (2 years)
Responsible for maintaining customer satisfaction by supporting customers implementing, upgrading, or maintaining PeopleSoft applications. Involved case management and escalation with the Global Support Centre, as well as resolution of contractual or billing issues.
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SAP R/3 Human Resources Consultant
Ernst & Young
(Partnership; 10,001 or more employees; Computer Software industry)
1995 — 1997 (2 years)
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Continuing Educations Diploma Program Instructor - Part Time
Humber College of Applied Arts & Technology, Ryerson Polytechnic University
(Educational Institution; 1001-5000 employees; Higher Education industry)
1992 — 1997 (5 years)
Taught the Human Resources Systems Management Course as per the requirements of the Human Resources Professionals Association of Ontario (HRPAO) as part of the Certified Human Resources Professionals (CHRP) designation. Instructed over 500 students in the continuing education and post graduate studies program.
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Director - Systems Implementation and Support
Microtrek Development
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Computer Software industry)
1994 — 1995 (1 year)
Responsible for managing a team of 7 consultants and support personnel designing, implementing, and supporting HR and Payroll systems this entry to mid-market HR vendor in Canada.
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Development and Support Manager
HR Technologies (Formerly HR Hitech)
(Partnership; 11-50 employees; Computer Software industry)
1991 — 1994 (3 years)
Responsible for systems design, implementation, and support for this entry to mid-market HR application.
Arn Kashino’s Education
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Humber College of Applied Arts & Technology
Post Grad, Human Resources, June 1991
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York University
BA, Psychology, Economics, 1984 — 1990
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Arn Kashino’s Interests:
Project Management, Risk Management, Quality Assurance, PMI, Auto Racing, Auto Mechanic, Automotive Restoration, Hockey, Golf, Baseball, Race Marketing, Sports Marketing, Sports and Entertainment, Racing Sponsorshipts, Professional Racing, Drag Racing,
Arn Kashino’s Groups:
International Hot Rod Association (IHRA), National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), World Alcohol Racers (WAR), United Drag Racers Association (UDRA), United Drag Racers Association (UDRA)
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