Summary

I am a recent graduate with over a decade of IT experience and a passion for defining, engineering, and implementing business solutions. I am a quick and ambitious learner seeking to expand my career further into the cloud. I possess excellent technical capabilities, communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills. I strive to serve my clients and community with the integrity, respect, and excellence Americans have come to expect from their veterans.

Skills

  • HTML / CSS / SQL / JavaScript / jQuery / Java / Python
  • Windows / Linux / OpenStack
  • Git / GitHub / AWS CodeCommit
  • CodePipeline / CodeBuild / CodeDeploy / GitHub Actions / Jenkins / Terraform / Ansible
  • Adobe Suite / Android Studio
  • Wireshark / Lansweeper / PuTTy
  • AWS SAM / AWS Route 53 / CloudFront / Certificate Manager / AWS Lambda / CodePipeline / DynamoDB / S3 / API Gateway / CloudFormation / CloudWatch / CodeBuild / RDS

Projects

USGS Earthquake Feedback

Java mobile application for Android utilizing the USGS API to provide users information of earthquake activity as they travel and submit feedback and location data that then accents the display for other users in proximity to aid in potential rescue situations.

CumulusCompendium.click

Demonstrated proficiency in AWS services by building a serverless website hosted on AWS. Implemented infrastructure as code principles using AWS SAM, and CI/CD via SAM Pipeline and GitHub Actions. An accompanying blog documenting the process can be found HERE

Java App Migration

Highly Available migration to AWS managed by bastion host, backed by PostGreSQL RDS multi-AZ, using a Terraform, Ansible, and Git pipeline. Viewable on Github HERE

Professional Experience

Centric Business Systems | Seaford, DE

2020 - Present | Field Service Engineer

  • Responsible for the administration of business system solutions within a multi-campus hospital system.
  • Provision, configure, and provide level 3 support for vendor hardware and software applications, on-premises and in cloud.
  • Lead and implement security hardening and perform audits.
  • Manage logistics in Kanban style with special attention to ticket priority, availability, and anticipation of emerging client needs using data collection and automation tools.
  • Develop learning resources and online presentations for engineers and clients.
  • Lead cross-functional team efforts to resolve network, security, credential, and licensing issues in MS and Linux environments.
  • Responsible for managing and integrating business solutions database
  • Develop and document cloud hosted solutions using AWS, Terraform, Ansible, and Git.

MD Air National Guard 175th | Baltimore, MD

2012 - 2016 | Munitions Maintenance / Personnel

  • Maintain a Secret level security clearance, flight line operations badge and operator’s license for various heavy machinery.
  • Assemble, inspect, and run diagnostic testing on munitions guidance systems.
  • Secure and transport munitions to and from the flight line. Oversee proper installation on air frame or palletization while insuring chain of custody.
  • Train service members on quality control and safety requirements. Oversee training and certification schedules for personnel.
  • KEY ACHIEVEMENTS – Honor Graduate of Airforce Basic Training, Distinguished Graduate of Airforce Specialty Training.

NCR | Baltimore, MD

2011 - 2013 | Field Technician / Client Support

  • Lead deployment teams during installation and configuration of POS systems, printers, ATMs, and workstations.
  • Installation and calibration of digital scales in accordance with Department of Agriculture Weights and Measures guidelines
  • Lead and implement security hardening and perform audits.
  • Provide consultation to store managers on emerging technologies, proper operation and security measures of various POS, ATM, and networking equipment.
  • Develop learning resources and present training materials for other technicians.
  • Follow client specific procedures for network integration and device management.
  • Troubleshoot, repair, and update equipment within designated areas of operation while maintaining SLAs and accuracy of ITSM tickets.

Education

  • UMGC | BS in Digital Media and Web Technology - 2023

  • AWS | Certified Cloud Practitioner (CCP) - 2023

  • AWS | Solutions Architect Associate (SAA) - 2023