Emerson O Bryan
Experienced Information Evangelist and Knowledge Worker
Savannah,Grand Cayman
Summary
Dynamic Information Management Professional with a proven track record at the Cayman Islands National Archive, excelling in information governance and project management. Spearheaded policy development and enhanced transparency through effective FOIA processing. Passionate about fostering collaboration and driving operational excellence in data protection and records management.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Research & Records Analyst/Information Manager
Cayman Islands National Archive
Georgetown, Grand Cayman
01.2025 - Current
Led Government Records Management Team under Director's guidance.
- Conducted research and analysis on National Archive mandate matters.
- Assisted in developing methodologies for information gathering, processing, and synopsis via written reports.
- Monitored records and information management across government through policy formulation.
- Promoted access to information and ensured compliance with Freedom of Information Act.
- Processed FOIA requests efficiently, enhancing transparency.
- Developed comprehensive policies and procedures for managing public records in Cayman Islands Government.
- Disseminated RIM policies and guidance documents to support effective information management.
Chief Data Protection Officer
Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority
Kingston, Saint Andrew
03.2024 - 12.2024
Oversaw compliance with Data Protection Act for Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority, implementing robust systems and controls to safeguard data privacy.
- Championed collaboration with stakeholders to foster a strong culture of data protection and privacy within the Authority.
- Conducted data protection training, impact assessments, and compliance audits to ensure regulatory adherence.
- Achieved registration as Data Controller with Office of Information Commissioner through effective compliance initiatives.
Technical Consultant/Operations Manager
Fujitsu Caribbean
Kingston, Saint Andrew
02.2022 - 10.2023
Coordinated operations of Digitization Centre, enhancing staff morale through regular team meetings.
- Facilitated bi-weekly service delivery reports for Vital Records Project to track progress.
- Oversaw implementation and maintenance of solutions, driving effective change management.
- Streamlined operations by developing and reviewing policies for improved efficiency.
- Set and managed project deliverables to ensure timely completion of targets.
- Forecasted operational challenges and executed remedial actions to exceed targets.
- Established control systems for custody transfer and circulation of physical files.
- Fostered a knowledge-sharing environment among team members.
Technical Director, Government Digitization Center
Ministry of Innovation, Science & Smart Technology
Vaucluse, Saint Thomas
02.2021 - 01.2022
Coordinated and managed activities of Digitization Centre to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Supervised Technical Team and supervisors to ensure high-quality output.
- Provided technical leadership for stakeholder engagements, fostering collaboration and innovation.
- Oversaw implementation, maintenance, and modifications of solutions within the center.
- Streamlined operations at Digitization Centre, improving efficiency and service quality.
- Monitored compliance with established policies and procedures to maintain standards.
- Developed and submitted Operational Manual for Government Digitization Center, securing operational program approval.
- Produced essential documents including Production Preparation Guidelines and Training Plan.
Education
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Information Management
The Robert Gordon University
United Kingdom06-2014
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Public speaking
- Project management
- Change management
- Event planning and protocol
- MS Office proficiency
- Information governance
- Business process mapping
- Museum conservation
- Basic Spanish proficiency
Certification
- Certified Archivist (CA) | Academy of Certified Archivists (ACA), New York, United States of America, 2020.
- Certified Records Analyst (CRA) | Institute for Certified Records Managers (ICRM), New York, United States of America, 2018.
- Professional Fellow | Institute for Information Management for Africa (IIM), Lagos, Federal Republic of Nigeria, 2016.
References
Available upon request
Affiliations
- Member – International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).
- Member – Saint Andrew Justice of the Peace Association (SAJPA).
- National Observer – International Organization for Standards (ISO) TC 46/SC 11 Archives and record management.
- Board Member of Programme Advisory Committee – The Moneague College’s School of Technology.
- Member – Rotary International (RI) and Rotary Club of Kingston (ROCK).
- Member – Jamaica Ex-Soldiers Association – Jamaica (JESA).
- General Secretary & Board Member – Caribbean Association of Military Professionals (CAMP).
- Professional Fellow – Institute for Information Management for Africa, Member No.: FIIM000559.
- Certified Archivist (CA) and Member – Academy of Certified Archivists (ACA) Member No.: 111.
- Certified Records Analyst (CRA) and Member – Institute for Certified Records Managers (ICRM).
- Member – ARMA International, Member No.: 50637772.
- Executive Member – Barbados Association for Records and Information Management (BARIM).
- Member – Technical Committee on ISO15489 for the Barbados National Standards Institute (BNSI).
- Member – Association of Commonwealth Archivists and Records Managers (ACARM).
- Individual Member – International Council on Archives (ICA) Member No.: 04321.
- Individual Member – Caribbean Branch of the ICA (CARBICA) Member No.: D-44.
- Student Member – Information & Records Management Society (IRMS), United Kingdom Member No.: 5485.
Publications
- Bryan, E. (2019). The Impact of Information Management in Caribbean Public Sector Reform A look at Barbados, Jamaica and Saint Lucia, Riga: Lambert. (ISBN 978-613-7-39293-8)
- Bryan, E. (2020, December). Using Knowledge and Information to support Planning & Adaptation for future generations. Antigua Observer, 20.
- Bryan, E. (2015). A Community for All: Looking at our Common Caribbean Information Heritage. ACARM Newsletter (53), 3-5. (ISSN 0258-2163)
- Bryan, E., (2011, April 25). RIM and Cloud computing – A new frontier. Nation Newspaper, 28.
- Bryan, E., (2009). Governance & Records Management. Challenge to Change, (11)3, 6-7 and (12)1, 6-7 & 20.
- Bryan, E., (2009). It’s the information stupid!. ACARM Newsletter (47), 15-16. (ISSN 0258-2163)
- Bryan, E., (2008, April 9). Governance: Information Management Matters. Nation Newspaper, 38A.
- Bryan, E., (2008). Information Security Management: Protecting your Assets. ACARM Newsletter (43), 13-15. (ISSN 0258-2163)
- Bryan, E., (2007). An Analysis of Content and Information as Drivers for Electronic Government. ACARM Newsletter (40), 6-9. (ISSN 0258-2163)
- Bryan, E., (2004). The Possible Future of the Records and Information Management Profession. IAJAA Journal 2003/2004, 35-39. (ISSN 0799-1207)
- Bryan, E., (2002). The Proposed Access to Information Legislation. Caribbean Journal of Public Sector Management, (3)1, 16-29. (ISSN 0799-0847)
Training
- Aberystwyth University, Wales, United Kingdom: Post-Graduate Certificate in International Archives and Records Management
- University of the West Indies, Open Campus: Post-Graduate Certificate in Museum Conservation
- University of Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom: Post-Graduate Certificate in Recordkeeping
- SBCS Global Learning Institute, Trinidad and Tobago: Professional Certificate in Supervisory Management
- The Library of Congress (LC) and the United States National Archives & Records Administration (NARA), United States: 102nd Modern Archives Institute Programme
- University of the West Indies/ UNESCO, Barbados: Certificate in Local E-Governance within the Caribbean
- AIIM International/ Lorson Resources Limited, Jamaica: Certificate in Electronic Records Management (AIIM Master)
- University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica: Certificate in Preservation and Conservation Management
- University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica: Certificate in Records Management
- Management Institute for National Development (MIND), Jamaica: Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS) – Administrators Certification
- Management Institute for National Development (MIND), Jamaica: Certificate in Records Management
- Management Institute for National Development (MIND), Jamaica: Certificate in Recordkeeping and Files Management
- Professional Trainers’ Institute, Jamaica: Certificate in Records Management and Technology
Justice of the Peace for the Parish of Saint Andrew
- Jamaica Seal No.: D02643
- Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Skilled National
- Barbados Certificate No.: 2014/0028 & the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago Certificate No.: 4298.
Timeline
Senior Research & Records Analyst/Information Manager
Cayman Islands National Archive
01.2025 - Current
Chief Data Protection Officer
Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority
03.2024 - 12.2024
Technical Consultant/Operations Manager
Fujitsu Caribbean
02.2022 - 10.2023
Technical Director, Government Digitization Center
Ministry of Innovation, Science & Smart Technology
02.2021 - 01.2022
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Information Management
The Robert Gordon University
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