Congratulations to two IIT team members, Amy Diestler and Tyler Schultz, who have been honored with prestigious awards at the 2024 IT Recognition Awards.
Amy Diestler received the Rising Star Award for her outstanding impact on IT security within SMPH. As the cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance manager, Amy has made IT security accessible and welcoming. Her willingness to engage with staff and liaison with campus, along with her professional growth evidenced by her Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Security Leadership Certification and Certified Information Systems Auditor status, has set her apart. Her nominator highlighted her potential for senior leadership roles in the future, emphasizing the importance of supporting the growth and development of IT staff like Amy.
“I want to thank Dave Lorman, who nominated me and has been a wonderful partner to work with at SMPH. I also want to thank my team. I don’t get anything done without them. They are truly the people who are willing to do the hard work and meet every new challenge. And lastly, I would like to say thank you to all of the IT folks I work with on a regular basis. Cybersecurity is not a bubble, and so it is not possible without all of them. So thank you so much.”
— Amy Diestler
The Rising Star Award recognizes an IT professional who has been with the university for five or fewer years and whose record reflects exceptional growth in contribution to the profession. It is given to individuals who have demonstrated significant growth in their role or engagement in the larger campus IT community and who show strong evidence of potential for future success and leadership.
Tyler Schultz was awarded the Transformational Achievement Award for his exceptional work in transforming the Shared Services IT department within the School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH). As the director of Shared Services IT, Tyler centralized IT services for the basic science departments, implemented a strategic and inclusive management approach, and elevated IT support from ad hoc assistance to a trusted advisory role for the supported units. His leadership and dedication have significantly improved the department’s efficiency and effectiveness.
“This is truly a team award, recognizing our desktop team, infrastructure team, and A/V team for their hard work and dedication. For me, the most enjoyable part of working together is having fun every day when we come to the office. I really appreciate the team and their efforts. Thank you.”
— Tyler Shultz
The Transformational Achievement Award recognizes an IT community member who has significantly transformed the university through their efforts on a specific major IT project or initiative. It acknowledges individuals who have gone above and beyond to create or incorporate innovative information or technical solutions that were essential to the success of their projects.
Congratulations to Amy and Tyler on their well-deserved recognition. Their achievements are a testament to the incredible talent and dedication within the IIT team at SMPH.