Coordinated closely with Public Safety departments to strategically deploy $800,000 in funding for innovative technology investments to address critical public safety challenges. Spearheaded the proposal, design, and deployment of advanced solutions, including security cameras, video management systems, AI-driven video data processing, gunshot detection, and automated license plate recognition (ALPR).Served as the solution architect for implementing a Community Safety and Response Center designed for live monitoring and coordinated response with police, fire, and emergency management teams, ensuring seamless communication and incident response.Acted as the primary liaison with city departments to identify and apply emerging technologies across public safety initiatives, focusing on traffic control and analysis, smart city components, and diverse camera connectivity solutions (mobile and fixed).Established and documented standards for technology components, including guidelines for minimum hardware capabilities and specifications, data retention, security protocols, and connectivity methods, ensuring sustainable and compliant solutions.Partnered with other enterprise architects to implement TOGAF-influenced standards, models, and processes that advanced the organization’s enterprise architecture approach.Contributed to initiatives within the Security Department to improve visibility and analysis tooling, equipping teams with enhanced capabilities for real-time security monitoring and reporting.Supported the adoption of SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) within Public Safety improvement projects, serving as the Agile Solution Architect to ensure effective integration and optimization of agile methodologies tailored to public safety needs.Performed in the office of the CIO as a concept reviewer for new IT initiatives requested from city departments.Created and managed a project to audit, analyze, and standardize application software and platforms citywide.

During my tenure, I collaborated with AWS and OCI cloud service teams, taking a lead role in driving infrastructure initiatives, including projects, migrations, and operations. I played an integral role in enhancing observability, security, identity management, asset governance, and cost reporting. My contributions extended beyond technical guidance, as I influenced solutions design and the development of cloud infrastructure offerings. Additionally, I demonstrated my expertise as a valued member of the architectural committee, where I contributed to advancing innovation and the establishment of architectural best practices and standards.Key Contributions during this tenure include:• Managed forecasts for cloud resource capacity; overseeing more than 200k CPUs, 150 PB of Object Storage, and 10k VMs during 24-month migration from AWS to OCI.• Completed migration of 30+ big data compute clusters, comprising over 11k nodes and 13k job submissions per hour, from Qubole on AWS to Oracle Data Flow.• Demonstrated abilities as consulting architect; advocating for security approval and coordinating deployment of platform utilizing Oracle Autonomous Data Warehouse and Data Migration services to ensure data content compliance across 52 different enterprise database platforms through dataset metadata monitoring.

I have spearheaded transformative initiatives, such as defining technical requirements and conducting gap analysis for migrating acquired business divisions to the cloud. In close collaboration with the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure team, I've evaluated and tested emerging cloud layer services, thereby influencing feature roadmaps and optimizing cloud operations cost efficiency. My contributions also include spearheading contract standardization, managing data asset compliance, enhancing business continuity, and introducing an IT service catalog to streamline operations.Key Contributions during this tenure include:• Led self-service platform, empowering 50+ DevOps teams to govern and submit forecasts for infrastructure resources exceeding $5M.• Created, executed, and oversaw cloud resource capacity planning program; facilitating utilization of more than $8M in cloud services by 20+ DevOps teams.• Accomplished cloud service and technologies requirements, as well as conducted assessment of feature gaps across five distinct ad-tech companies acquired by Oracle; preparing for migrations from various on-premises, colocation, and cloud environments to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.

I was responsible for researching, testing, and providing expert guidance on the implementation of cutting-edge technologies across a wide spectrum of critical infrastructure areas, including compute, storage, networking, cloud services, monitoring, and management. My technical proficiency played a pivotal role in supporting micro-services and large-scale data processing projects, ensuring their successful execution. I also had the privilege of overseeing vendor relationships and procurement for essential data center components such as hardware, chillers, backup generators, environmental control systems, monitoring tools, and structured cabling, contributing to the overall efficiency and reliability of our infrastructure.Key Contributions during this tenure include:• Headed migration of 16 racks of vital compute and storage components with minimal disruption.• Led establishment of 1300 sq-ft, 500 kW data center incorporating in-row cooling and hot-aisle containment.

I managed technology groups accountable for infrastructure, production operations, and end-user support, spearheading our technology strategy. I analyzed and implemented new technologies to enhance business processes and effectively managed the IT infrastructure budget. Additionally, I designed and implemented comprehensive policies and processes for risk management, security, privacy, asset management, and operations management to ensure a secure and efficient technology environment.

I spearheaded the integration of enterprise security controls post-SMTEK acquisition, aligning IT strategies with our corporate vision. My leadership ensured standardized deployments of VoIP, Exchange, VPN, Firewall, and WAN solutions across national divisions. I played a pivotal role in driving Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and successfully led the development and deployment of a Manufacturing Execution and Quality Data Collection System, contributing to our operational excellence.

I improved business operations through various IT initiatives. I centralized the IT Department, enhancing customer service and streamlined supply chain and customer service processes by developing enterprise software solutions. Additionally, I implemented a WAN infrastructure to consolidate IT resource costs and standardize processes, while introducing a solution to consolidate electronic component quotations to increase vendor discounts and streamline supply lines. I also created software for tracking and reporting to enhance statistical process control and supported a website redesign that included a secure customer portal and implemented enterprise-wide VPN remote access and Exchange email capabilities. Furthermore, I identified and recommended enterprise-level IT initiatives, negotiated with vendors to reduce annual operating costs by $200k, and established IT resource usage policy documentation. Throughout these endeavors, I provided training and motivation to IT professionals, contributing to the overall success of the organization.