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College Park, Md

Supports the test lead in directing a team of eight testing resources in a dynamic fast-paced environment. Analyzes user stories for testability and mapping to test cases in an Agile environment using JIRA/Zephyr. Works closely with the development team to prioritize and resolve discrepancies. Develops and manages test data. Accomplishments:• Advises development and government management of test strategies for a Privacy Act System of Record.• Utilizes a systematic approach to define requirements for and verify large test data sets to maximize test coverage including test data for the empty/null, nominal, normal, boundary (out-of-range) conditions, and both positive (valid data sets) and negative (invalid/illegal data sets) testing of requirements.• Performs backend database testing to verify the accuracy of stored data and data integrity using MySQL and Amazon Web Services (AWS) in a cloud environment.• Develops and executes test automation scripts to verify websites using Java integrating Selenium Webdriver with Zephyr API to automatically report test results into JIRA/Zephyr for a enterprise class system written in AngularJS and JAVA using micro services in a cloud environment verified against multiple browsers.

Mitchellville, Maryland

Blog Author/Affiliate - (May 2015 - Present) Executive Director/Affiliate - (January 2010 - May 2015) Design and present innovative training packages on building better relationships. Interact with constituent groups including directors, church leadership, and audiences. Build/retain staff and creating work environments for training team. Develop and monitor all aspects of budgeting and financial management. Plan marketing and communications campaigns. Lead strategic planning activities. Publicize the programs, goals, and activities of the organization.

Lanham, Maryland 20786

As the “hands on” lead of a software test team, serves as both a requirements analyst and lead tester. Defines, analyzes, and documents requirements/user and acceptance stories in an agile environment using JIRA. Advise department management of test requirements and complex test programs. Provide guidance to department personnel on test strategy, procedure development, test execution and report generation. Perform complex test operations to meet program requirements. Prepare testing schedules in support of program requirements. Accomplishments:• Devised and executed the test strategy and procedures for the full lifecycle for an automated document management system utilizing Privacy Act and FOIA request processes utilizing JIRA Issue Tracker and Zephyr Test Management Software to document and link issues and test cases in an Agile environment to validate system requirements each sprint cycle.• Developed and executed test automation scripts using JavaScript integrating Protractor/Selenium Webdriver and the Zephyr API to automatically report test results during the Smoke & Sanity, Functional, Regression, System and Performance Test phases of each sprint cycle for a web-based system written in AngularJS verified against multiple browsers.• Performed back-end testing by writing and executing SQL queries to verify Oracle database contents.• Led the testing efforts of a team of four testing resources including distributing the workload, scheduling test resources, and tracking progress• Managed a team of six direct reports in a matrixed organization providing written and verbal performance appraisals, guidance to individual development plans, training assistance, and mentoring/coaching.• Received Monetary Bonus Award for technical and customer service excellence (2015).

Annapolis Junction, Maryland 20701

Staff System Engineer - (May 2003 – January 2010) Achieved success leading design and implementation of the integration test process in a LINUX, JAVA & C++ environment to ensure the release of complete and accurate software, including an interim defect tracking process. Coordinated and scheduled the Test Life Cycle between software developers and other test teams. Performed requirement analysis and problem investigation. Identified test requirements and ensured completeness of test planning and reporting. Developed system and acceptance test plans/procedures. Created classroom instructional materials including user’s guides. Trained client representatives using superior communication and presentation skills.Staff System Engineer - (June 2002 – May 2003) As Technical Assistant to the Senior Engineering Manager (SEM), Coordinated SEM Projects with the AWC Pool Volunteers, such as the Newsletter, Event Center and Communities of Practice (CoPs). Coordinated Special Management Projects with the Hanover Technical Operations EM Staff of 20+. Provided Entry Level Professional (ELP) Mentoring. Participated in ELP hiring project. Participated in the AWC Technical Studies Academy. Trained in BEA Business Process Management and CMMI.

Seabrook, Maryland 20706

Systems Test Engineer - (June 2000 – May 2002) Lead Tester for NASA Hubble Space Telescope (HST) Integrated Test Team (HITT). Coordinated, scheduled and implemented test activities for the HST Servicing Mission (SM) ground system, spacecraft hardware, and HST KSC/JSC Communication. Performed problem investigation, identified test requirements and ensured completeness of test planning and reporting. Led development and execution of test procedures for a web-based hybrid operational system written in JAVA & C++. During the most recent SM, successfully served as Ground System Manager, thus ensuring ground system stability. Continuously met or beat ambitious schedules for multiple releases in a multi-platform UNIX environment. Documented test activities and results in an ISO-compliant process.Software Test Engineer - (October 1997 - May 2000) Stability Focus Team Lead of a seven-member team for NASA HST award-winning Control Center System (CCS). Led development, execution, and maintenance of CCS Configuration Management (CCM) 20 test suite using HP Quality Center and LoadRunner scripts for multiple CCS configurations. Met or beat ambitious schedules for multiple releases in a multi-platform UNIX, JAVA and C++ environment. Developed requirement documents and led test effort for Maintenance & Upgrade Ground System (MUGSy) Internet tracking system.

Silver Spring, Maryland 20904

Test Lead - Led design and implementation of the test department for check scanning and archive system. Coordinated the Test Life Cycle between software developers and the test team. Designed, implemented, and standardized the formal testing process for multiple software projects to ensure the release of complete and accurate software, including checklists for various phases of testing and a defect tracking process. Developed requirement documents and performed requirement analysis using DOORS requirement tracking system.

Greenbelt, Maryland 20770

Staff Engineer - (January 1995 - December 1996) Simultaneously led System Management and Data Ingest Test Teams for NASA Earth Observing System (EOS) Core System (ECS). Led acceptance test plan and procedure development in a UNIX environment. Managed project implementation schedules. Completed 75 test cases one month ahead of schedule. Directed consolidation of 100 procedures into 55 eliminating redundancy without losing effectiveness and reducing the final test period by 25%. Utilized Xrunner and LoadRunner testing tools. Refined requirements using Requirements & Traceability Management requirement tracking system. Contributed to an above 95% award fee for the duration of my tenure with the project.Staff Engineer - (May 1994 - December 1994) Installed, tested, and configured FDDI and FOIRL network resources for a five-building multi-platform LAN environment supporting 1200 users. Performed network maintenance including fault detection and diagnosis. Directed cabling personnel in fault resolution. Provided performance monitoring, analysis and testing of network resources. Drafted design specification.

Lanham, Maryland 20706

Deputy Site Coordinator/Computer Systems Analyst - (April 1990 - May 1994) Tested computer systems, mainly the Unisys BTOS systems, IBM-compatible (MS-DOS) PCs, and Commercial Software. Made recommendations for Software/Hardware Acceptance after functional evaluation. Designed test methodologies and test environment computer systems. Designed, implemented, maintained, and troubleshot X.400 LANs and financial databases. In addition, supervised and assigned multiple tasks, evaluated employee performance, recruited employees, and resolved disciplinary issues when required.Computer Systems Analyst - (June 1988 - April 1990) Database (DB) Administrator to the automated Logistic Support Analysis Record (LSAR) system. Designed and implemented Type I LSAR DB to interface in accordance with MIL-STD-1388-1A/2A. Designed relational databases. Developed user training packages for using the database.

Masters Of Divinty, Theology/Theological Studies, Leadership

Assisted Center Director in recruiting new students by promoting the Bethel brand to prospective students to develop a diverse candidate.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Computer Science

Internship with Potomac Electrical Power Company (Summer and Winter Breaks) 1983-1988

High School Diploma, Math & Science

Activities and Societies: Honor Society, Math TeamGraduated 9 out of 391 students