Chad Novak is a seasoned IT professional with extensive experience in infrastructure and operations management. Currently serving as Vice President of IT Infrastructure/Operations at FlightSafety International since September 2021, Chad previously held positions including Director of Infrastructure and Technical Services at Gulfstream Aerospace and Manager of Network Security Compliance at Ericsson. Chad's background also includes roles in education as an instructor at Keller Graduate School of Management and technical leadership at companies like Ferrellgas and AMC Theatres. Chad’s military background includes service in the US Army as Military Police from 1984 to 2007. Academic credentials include an MA in Computer Information Systems and Resource Management from Webster University, a B.S. in Management Information Systems from the University of Maryland Global Campus, and an AA in Criminal Justice Administration from Park University.