As CTO, I lead the technology consulting services focusing on cybersecurity, technical consulting, and systems engineering. I am a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and CyberAB Registered Practitioner. I have begun training for the Certified CMMC Professional (CCP) and expect certification by December 2024. This qualifies me to assist companies in meeting Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) standards to protect controlled unclassified information (CUI)… Show more As CTO, I lead the technology consulting services focusing on cybersecurity, technical consulting, and systems engineering. I am a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and CyberAB Registered Practitioner. I have begun training for the Certified CMMC Professional (CCP) and expect certification by December 2024. This qualifies me to assist companies in meeting Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) standards to protect controlled unclassified information (CUI) and federal contract information (FCI) in the Department of Defence (DoD) supply chain. Our team has experience across a broad range of technologies, particularly Linux and other Free/Open Source Software, and on platforms ranging from embedded systems to cloud computing architectures. Show less

Provided IT support, project coordination, and utility billing for the Technical Range Architecture Engineering Services (TRACES) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. I assisted with the CMMC evaluation process for the company’s multiple locations. I used a systems engineering approach to update the utility billing process to reduce the complexity and time spent performing monthly billing. The process involved over 50 monthly invoices, 800 meter reads from manual and automated sources, and 20… Show more Provided IT support, project coordination, and utility billing for the Technical Range Architecture Engineering Services (TRACES) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. I assisted with the CMMC evaluation process for the company’s multiple locations. I used a systems engineering approach to update the utility billing process to reduce the complexity and time spent performing monthly billing. The process involved over 50 monthly invoices, 800 meter reads from manual and automated sources, and 20 utility reports. After collecting the data, it had to be processed for reporting to the Finance Manager, the Energy Manager, and the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC). This process involved creating advanced Excel spreadsheets, custom scripts, and detailed documentation. Show less

Management of the information technology infrastructure for the historic 1,500 member church. This position required managing relationships with technology vendors, overseeing the maintenance of the infrastructure, and working with the staff and leadership to plan improvements and upgrades. This position was concurrent with other ongoing consulting opportunities at H3T, LLC.

KEYW Corporation acquired IDEAL Technology Corporation on February 1, 2013. Performed research and development for critical features in company product lines and documented research in formal white papers. I worked with corporate technical teams to evaluate and resolve issues impeding the development and release of several products. Wrote plain language reports for upper management to characterize the technical problems and priorities in the product development teams. This led to faster… Show more KEYW Corporation acquired IDEAL Technology Corporation on February 1, 2013. Performed research and development for critical features in company product lines and documented research in formal white papers. I worked with corporate technical teams to evaluate and resolve issues impeding the development and release of several products. Wrote plain language reports for upper management to characterize the technical problems and priorities in the product development teams. This led to faster development and better quality products while managing expectations with management. Show less

I provided consulting services, product development, and engineering expertise to grow the business until it was acquired by KEYW Corporation in 2013. In 2002, I wrote a funded research study for PEO STRI valued at $300K. During 2003-2006, I provided networking support for the IEEE 802 LAN/MAN Standards Committee plenary and interim sessions. In 2006, we were awarded a Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) contract to develop a field-portable digital forensic system called STRIKE. I was the… Show more I provided consulting services, product development, and engineering expertise to grow the business until it was acquired by KEYW Corporation in 2013. In 2002, I wrote a funded research study for PEO STRI valued at $300K. During 2003-2006, I provided networking support for the IEEE 802 LAN/MAN Standards Committee plenary and interim sessions. In 2006, we were awarded a Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) contract to develop a field-portable digital forensic system called STRIKE. I was the principal designer and led the development team for STRIKE. Jacobs Engineering is still selling this product. Show less

Worked as a systems analyst and test engineer for the PRISM wireless chipset produced by the Semiconductor division of Harris. I was responsible for writing documentation and test plans to validate interoperability of different vendor products based on the chipset. This included working with the Institute of Electronic and Electrical Engineers (IEEE) LAN/MAN Standards Committee and the University of New Hampshire InterOperability Laboratory to validate conformance with the early iterations of… Show more Worked as a systems analyst and test engineer for the PRISM wireless chipset produced by the Semiconductor division of Harris. I was responsible for writing documentation and test plans to validate interoperability of different vendor products based on the chipset. This included working with the Institute of Electronic and Electrical Engineers (IEEE) LAN/MAN Standards Committee and the University of New Hampshire InterOperability Laboratory to validate conformance with the early iterations of the 802.11 standards. Show less

Responsibilities included managing the various corporate data center systems and the Windows NT Domain. The company developed software for many different platforms, and I managed Sun, HP, DEC and IBM Unix systems and DEC Alpha and i386 Windows NT platforms. Primarily responsible for designing the domain structure for integrating four major U.S. sites into one account validation domain. This included working out WINS replication, computer browsing, and account/group conventions. Also involved in… Show more Responsibilities included managing the various corporate data center systems and the Windows NT Domain. The company developed software for many different platforms, and I managed Sun, HP, DEC and IBM Unix systems and DEC Alpha and i386 Windows NT platforms. Primarily responsible for designing the domain structure for integrating four major U.S. sites into one account validation domain. This included working out WINS replication, computer browsing, and account/group conventions. Also involved in the evaluation of Citrix WinFrame for user applications. Team member for enterprise backup solution and corporate email evaluation. Was involved in both server systems and networking and have a leadership role in the worldwide Information Systems division. Returned by invitation after Aspen Technology purchased Setpoint. Show less

Responsibilities included designing, planning, budgeting, and implementing corporate MIS network and computer resources. Developed a complete map of building phone and LAN wiring. I purchased tools for PC repair and upgrade and network management. Developed training programs for the existing telephone and computer resources and conducted classes. Evaluated corporate migration to Windows 95 and Windows NT from the existing DOS platform. Created corporate Windows NT server running Exchange and… Show more Responsibilities included designing, planning, budgeting, and implementing corporate MIS network and computer resources. Developed a complete map of building phone and LAN wiring. I purchased tools for PC repair and upgrade and network management. Developed training programs for the existing telephone and computer resources and conducted classes. Evaluated corporate migration to Windows 95 and Windows NT from the existing DOS platform. Created corporate Windows NT server running Exchange and SQL Server. Developed databases for corporate use and programmed custom reports in OpenBasic for the corporate business system. Show less

Responsibilities included managing UNIX workstations including Sun, HP and IBM systems and Windows NT servers. Investigated and correcting problems with workstations and servers. Performed evaluations of hardware and software for use by the corporation. Helped maintain network and investigated problems with network software and wiring. Developed the internal corporate World Wide Web page. Helped to develop company IS and help desk policy.

Responsibilities included installing the Solaris operating system and configuring and installing SPARCstations. This project involved installing workstations, servers, and WAN connections in the drafting offices of Southwestern Bell Telephone statewide. Other responsibilities included training users in AutoCAD and 3D Studio, installing plotters and peripherals and configuring their use in the OS and AutoCAD. Discovered the Linux operating system and deployed it commercially as an X Window… Show more Responsibilities included installing the Solaris operating system and configuring and installing SPARCstations. This project involved installing workstations, servers, and WAN connections in the drafting offices of Southwestern Bell Telephone statewide. Other responsibilities included training users in AutoCAD and 3D Studio, installing plotters and peripherals and configuring their use in the OS and AutoCAD. Discovered the Linux operating system and deployed it commercially as an X Window terminal for Unix systems. Show less

I worked a number of short term contract positions. Duties included physical inventory of IT equipment, decommissioned IBM PS/2 computers for trade-in, IT support of Novell Netware 3.11 and IBM token ring networking.

As a technician, my responsibilities included diagnosing and repairing IBM-compatible computers and their components. A significant emphasis was placed on phone support. Before I changed positions, I was in charge of managing the technical support department. I moved into a small team to develop the KLH Special Order System, seen in mass-market resellers like Sam's Club, Price Club, and Bizmart. I was responsible for programming, 3D graphic animation, and process design. I also evaluated… Show more As a technician, my responsibilities included diagnosing and repairing IBM-compatible computers and their components. A significant emphasis was placed on phone support. Before I changed positions, I was in charge of managing the technical support department. I moved into a small team to develop the KLH Special Order System, seen in mass-market resellers like Sam's Club, Price Club, and Bizmart. I was responsible for programming, 3D graphic animation, and process design. I also evaluated hardware and software for company sales and use. I supported Novell 3.11 and LAN Manager as network operating systems for the company. Show less

Responsibilities included assembling, diagnosing, and repairing IBM-compatible computers and components, providing hardware and software support for end users, and providing on-site training for various DOS and Windows software packages. I also installed cabling and routers for LANs using Novell 286.