Andrew G. Hargreave, III
Shorewood, IL | andrew@hargreave.net | linkedin.com/in/ahargreave


Professional Summary

Strategic IT Director with 35+ years of experience leading enterprise infrastructure, data center operations, cybersecurity initiatives, and automation projects. Proven ability to align IT strategies with business objectives, drive operational efficiencies, and lead transformative technology initiatives. Expert in building scalable, secure systems, managing cross-functional teams, and mentoring technical talent.


Core Competencies: 

IT Strategy | Enterprise Infrastructure | Cloud Computing | Virtualization | Data Center Operations | Cybersecurity | Disaster Recovery | DevOps Automation | Vendor Management | NIST Compliance | Network Architecture | Team Leadership | Budgeting & Procurement | Scripting (Ansible, PowerShell, Bash)


Professional Experience

84.51° (A Kroger Company) – Cincinnati, OH
Technical Director, Tech Foundations & Data Center Operations
Mar 2012 – Mar 2025


agh3 IT Services LLC – Shorewood, IL
Founder & Freelance IT Consultant
Aug 2006 – Present


Earlier Career Experience

 

Director & Architect – Technical Infrastructure and Security
Geneer, Inc. | TLC Networks | AgileTek — Des Plaines, IL
1989 – 2006

·         Led the design, implementation, and modernization of enterprise IT infrastructure across consulting and corporate environments.

·         Directed multi-site data center buildouts, business continuity planning, and cross-functional support operations.

·         Managed endpoint security, access control, and firewall solutions in compliance-sensitive industries.

·         Provided technical leadership on network architecture, server/storage planning, and infrastructure migrations.

·         Delivered hands-on support and systems integration for mid-size clients and internal teams, ensuring uptime, scalability, and secure access.

·         Oversaw vendor relationships, hardware/software procurement, and lifecycle planning.

 


Technical Skills


Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems
DeVry Institute of Technology


Professional Affiliations

League of Professional Systems Administratorswww.lopsa.org