‣ Deployed multiple applications via Kubernetes Helm charts as part of the Platform team, creating a FIPS-certified PaaS solution for the United States Army to enable vendor application deployments.‣ Created an Infrastructure-as-Code pipeline using GitLab CI/CD, allowing Platform team members to deploy Terraform and CloudFormation files to establish infrastructure for Kubernetes-native application hosting.‣ Managed Okta IdP group memberships and integrated numerous Kubernetes-hosted applications for SSO authentication within a zero-trust environment via both SAML and OIDC authentication standards.‣ Configured ZScaler Private Access application segments to permit only trusted connections to applications deployed on the PaaS solution.‣ Deployed and managed RKE2 Kubernetes clusters on Rancher Multi-Cluster Manager, providing a single-pane-of-glass view of Kubernetes clusters across multiple accounts.‣ Deployed and configured HashiCorp Vault within a Kubernetes cluster using custom Terraform policies, enabling vendor-specific authentication to dedicated namespaces with secure access to private secrets engines.‣ Authored extensive documentation on application accessibility and installation within the PaaS environment in markdown format, facilitating future engineers and vendors in interacting with deployed applications.

Owner of a military themed golf e-commerce company.5% of all profits are donated back to veterans.

‣ Developed a solution to provide classified data services using a cross-organization network infrastructure to customers in an austere maritime environment which resulted in 100+ service members across the organization to complete their crew member qualifications‣ Coordinated WAN infrastructure upgrade for 3 hangars, resulting in 20% improvement in mechanics' efficiency in logging maintenance‣ Orchestrated upgrade to Cisco Webex video teleconferencing systems, providing uninterrupted communications to 4 remote locations

Researched and conducted an in-depth analysis of compatibility with cloud services across major providers, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform, to ensure seamless integration and interoperability. Presented findings on SD-WAN vendor comparison research to necessary stakeholders for upcoming projects.

‣ Led 18 Soldiers‣ Successfully migrated organization to cloud-based SaaS email, messaging, and storage services for 500+ users‣ Led conversion to remote environment delivering virtual classes to 200+ users and implemented a knowledge management solution‣ Created a tracking system that was adopted by other organizations and shortened the time to complete lifecycle of 250+ workstations ‣ Privileged user rights providing sysadmin support to 500+ customers‣ Provided tactical internet and radio support to battalion command team and staff during field operations

‣ Led 16 Soldiers‣ Provided tactical LAN via satellite node to 200+ users utilizing a FDMA modem in Syria which enabled support to 50+ combat missions‣ Ensured the deployment, operation, and maintenance of tactical communications equipment valued in excess of $12 million‣ Delivered secure communications through tactical radios via means of HF, VHF/UHF, TACSAT, and L-Band waveforms

‣ Responsible for coordinating administrative, logistical, and training support to Bravo Company, the Signal Basic Officer Leader Course (SBOLC), the Network Integration Course (25G), the Signal Digital Master Gunner Course (S-DMG), and Battalion/Brigade S-6 Courses

‣ Coordinated training and logistical support for 124 contracted cadets attending the Cadet Initial Entry Training (CIET) Course. CIET is four weeks of intense classroom and field training held in the summer at Fort Knox, KY. This course prepares cadets to complete the final two years at their university to ultimately become a United States Army Officer.

‣ Worked with ACES team in a contract with National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to manage software for all end users belonging to NASA. Maintained a database full of clients and the specific software they purchased utilizing Microsoft Access. Great experience with troubleshooting & problem solving.