Capabilities & Experience
Technology Leader โข System Architect โข Builder
Professional Summary
Technology leader and entrepreneur with 20+ years building systems, teams, and businesses. Track record spans custom software architecture, federal program management, enterprise operations, and independent ventures. Currently focused on AI-assisted development workflows and business technology consulting.
Core Identity: Builder who bridges technical depth with business operations. Equally comfortable architecting database schemas, managing multi-million dollar programs, or launching new ventures.
Core Capabilities
Technology & Architecture
- Custom System Design โ Ground-up architecture of complex applications (databases, APIs, business logic)
- Infrastructure Operations โ Linux/Windows servers, web infrastructure, cloud migration
- Database Engineering โ PostgreSQL, SQL Server; schema design, optimization, data pipelines
- Development โ PHP, Python, Bash; server-side applications, automation, integrations
- Modern Platforms โ Microsoft 365 ecosystem, Power Platform, collaboration tools
AI & Automation
- AI Agent Development โ Building operational AI coding assistants with governance controls
- Workflow Automation โ Business process automation, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code
- LLM Integration โ Practical applications of large language models in development workflows
- Multi-Agent Systems โ Orchestration, conflict prevention, security governance for AI tools
Business & Leadership
- Program Management โ PMP & PMI-ACP certified; multi-million dollar federal programs
- Team Leadership โ Built and managed distributed teams (32 direct reports across 19 teams)
- Operations โ Financial systems, vendor management, compliance, organizational processes
- Entrepreneurship โ Founded and operated multiple independent businesses
Compliance & Security
- Federal Standards โ Federal security authorization certifications, compliance standards implementation
- Security Operations โ System hardening, access controls, audit documentation
- Risk Management โ Compliance tracking, remediation planning, continuous authorization
Professional Experience
Founder & Principal | Technology Consulting Practice
2025 โ Present
Independent consulting focused on business improvement through technology. Services include web presence development, process automation, and technology strategy for small businesses.
Current Ventures:
- Technical Blog & AI Research โ Documenting AI-assisted development practices, system architecture patterns, and automation workflows
- Content Production โ Scenic media brand with multi-platform distribution pipeline
- Web Services โ Design, development, and SEO optimization for business clients
Technical Focus:
- AI agent orchestration and governance systems
- Automated content pipelines (video processing, social distribution)
- Hugo static sites with modern deployment workflows
- Business process automation with Power Platform and custom tooling
Chief Information Officer | Technology Consulting Group
2023 โ 2025
Led enterprise-wide technology operations across multiple business units. Managed IT infrastructure, HR systems, financial platforms, and project delivery.
Impact:
- Increased contract revenue 52% year-over-year
- Achieved 30%+ profit margins while supporting multi-million dollar annual revenue
- Modernized infrastructure with cloud migration, reducing vendor costs 30%+
- Implemented business intelligence dashboards for executive visibility
Scope:
- IT, HR, accounting, marketing, and PMO departments
- Multiple federal and commercial contract portfolios
- Organizational policy and compliance frameworks
Program Manager | Federal Technology Contractor
2004 โ 2022
Directed multi-million dollar federal contracts through system modernization, compliance certification, and operational delivery.
System Architecture & Development:
- Designed and built custom enterprise system from ground up (Linux, PostgreSQL, PHP)
- Architected database schema for complex financial and operational data
- Led full lifecycle: requirements, design, development, migration, operations
- Maintained continuous federal authorization through multiple certification cycles
Program Leadership:
- Managed multi-million dollar annual federal contract
- Coordinated 8 subcontractors, 2 joint ventures, 2 partner organizations
- Delivered significant program revenue under large-scale contract portfolio
- Established PMO: SOPs, KPIs, audit systems, compliance tracking
Team Development:
- 32 direct reports across 19 teams over program lifetime
- Built distributed teams across multiple locations
- Developed training programs, onboarding systems, succession planning
Project Manager | Professional Services Firm
2003 โ 2004
Managed system operations and initiated security certification for federal support system. Led GIS project development and coordinated multi-agency stakeholder relationships.
System Operations Lead | Technical Services Contractor
2000 โ 2003
Led data operations for multi-agency federal program. Procured and managed original system development, supervised production team, and served as primary technical contact.
Founder | Web Services & Community Business
Early 2000s
Founded and operated online business combining community platform with commercial services.
Operations:
- Built and managed community blog with chat functionality
- Coordinated sponsor relationships and promotional giveaways
- Developed business website for consulting client
- Managed all aspects: technical, content, business development
Certifications
- Project Management Professional (PMP) โ Project Management Institute
- Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) โ Project Management Institute
Technical Proficiencies
Languages & Development
- PHP (OOP, MVC, custom frameworks)
- Python (automation, scripting, data processing)
- Bash (system administration, CI/CD)
- SQL (complex queries, optimization, schema design)
- JavaScript (integration, basic frontend)
Databases & Data
- PostgreSQL (architecture, administration, replication)
- SQL Server, Oracle (queries, reporting)
- Database design, normalization, migration
- ETL processes, data pipelines
Infrastructure
- Linux administration and hardening
- Windows Server, Active Directory
- Apache, NGINX configuration
- Virtualization, containerization basics
Cloud & Microsoft
- Microsoft 365 administration
- Power Platform (Automate, BI, Apps)
- Azure AD / Entra ID
- Intune MDM
AI & Automation
- LLM API integration
- AI agent frameworks and orchestration
- Prompt engineering and governance
- Workflow automation, CI/CD
Project & Business Systems
- Jira, Confluence administration
- Federal ERP/financial platforms
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
Selected Achievements
| Category | Achievement |
|---|---|
| Revenue Growth | 52% YoY contract revenue increase |
| Cost Reduction | 94% training cost reduction through optimization |
| System Delivery | Ground-up enterprise system serving federal mission |
| Team Scale | 32 direct reports, 19 teams, 8 subcontractors |
| Program Value | Multi-million dollar delivery under large-scale portfolio |
| Compliance | Multiple federal security certifications maintained |
| Margin Performance | 30%+ profit margins on multi-million dollar revenue |
Current Focus
Building:
- AI-assisted development environments with proper governance
- Automated content production and distribution pipelines
- Business technology consulting practice
Exploring:
- Multi-agent AI systems and orchestration patterns
- Modern web architectures (JAMstack, edge computing)
- Platform engineering and developer experience
Writing:
- Technical documentation on AI agent workflows
- System architecture and automation patterns
- Business technology strategy