Led IT teams in architecting and implementing Azure Hybrid Cloud solutions, integrating Azure Stack HCI and VMware VSAN.Provided solutions architecture for various legal applications including Cyber, Legal Discovery, Relativity, and Imaging.Managed code repositories using GitHub and GitLab, ensuring robust version control.Expert in scripting with PowerShell, PowerCLI, and Azure CLI.Knowledgeable in Kubernetes and CI/CD Pipelines.Directed teams in innovating and modernizing Private Data Centers, focusing on Hybrid Data Center Solutions.Led compliance efforts using knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11, HIPAA, and NIST standards.Developed templates for documenting Enterprise Architecture using the TOGAF framework.Produced architecture artifacts for global IT infrastructure projects.Established the Architectural Review Board to oversee architectural decisions.Conducted architectural reviews for applications in both private and public data centers.Created policies, standards, and governance documentation for migrating applications from private to public cloud.Designed hybrid data center solutions from concept to final design.Gathered requirements and established SLAs.Integrated availability, security, supportability, disaster recovery, scalability, and performance into all designs.Developed financial models for hardware, software, hosting, FTE, density, and pipeline.Authored solution documentation from initial concept to operational handover.Created topology diagrams, process flows, runbooks, knowledge articles, and turnover documentation.Designed and built solutions for Proof of Concept (POC), development, staging, production, and disaster recovery environments.Transitioned services from design and architecture phases to operations.Collaborated with domain architects and engineers to guide the adoption of modern technologies including Azure, Azure Stack HCI, and VMware VSAN.

Led the IT division focused on Enterprise Architecture, managing a team of five Enterprise Architects to develop methodologies and best practices for documentation.Standardized IT Infrastructure documentation.Provided solutions architecture for legal applications, including Cyber, Legal Discovery, Relativity, and Imaging.Managed code repositories using GitHub and GitLab, ensuring robust version control.Expert in scripting with PowerShell, PowerCLI, and Azure CLI, with knowledge in Kubernetes and CI/CD Pipelines.Directed teams in modernizing Private Data Centers, focusing on Hybrid Data Center Solutions.Led compliance efforts with knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11, HIPAA, and NIST standards.Developed templates for documenting Enterprise Architecture using the TOGAF framework.Initiated and led a project exploring alternatives to VMware, including Azure Stack HUB, Azure Stack HCI, and OpenStack, selecting Azure Stack HCI.Established the Architectural Review Board to oversee architectural decisions.Conducted architectural reviews for applications in private and public data centers.Created policies, standards, and governance documentation for migrating applications from private data centers to the public cloud.Gathered requirements and established SLAs, ensuring clear expectations.Integrated availability, security, supportability, disaster recovery, scalability, and performance into all designs.Developed financial models for hardware, software, hosting, FTE, density, and pipeline.Authored solution documentation from initial concept to operational handover.Designed and built solutions for Proof of Concept (POC), development, staging, production, and disaster recovery environments.Transitioned services from design to operations.Collaborated with domain architects and engineers to adopt modern technologies including Azure, Azure Stack HCI, and VMware VSAN.

Led IT teams in architecting and implementing Azure Hybrid Cloud solutions, integrating Azure Stack HCI and VMware VSAN.Provided solutions architecture for various legal applications including Cyber, Legal Discovery, Relativity, and Imaging.Managed code repositories using GitHub and GitLab, ensuring robust version control.Expert in scripting with PowerShell, PowerCLI, and Azure CLI.Knowledgeable in Kubernetes and CI/CD Pipelines.Directed teams in innovating and modernizing Private Data Centers, focusing on Hybrid Data Center Solutions.Led compliance efforts using knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11, HIPAA, and NIST standards.Developed templates for documenting Enterprise Architecture using the TOGAF framework.Produced architecture artifacts for global IT infrastructure projects.Established the Architectural Review Board to oversee architectural decisions.Conducted architectural reviews for applications in both private and public data centers.Created policies, standards, and governance documentation for migrating applications from private to public cloud.Designed hybrid data center solutions from concept to final design.Gathered requirements and established SLAs.Integrated availability, security, supportability, disaster recovery, scalability, and performance into all designs.Developed financial models for hardware, software, hosting, FTE, density, and pipeline.Authored solution documentation from initial concept to operational handover.Created topology diagrams, process flows, runbooks, knowledge articles, and turnover documentation.Designed and built solutions for Proof of Concept (POC), development, staging, production, and disaster recovery environments.Transitioned services from design and architecture phases to operations.Collaborated with domain architects and engineers to guide the adoption of modern technologies including Azure, Azure Stack HCI, and VMware VSAN.

Led the IT Hosting Solutions division, managing a diverse team of Architects.Standardized IT Infrastructure documentation, creating operational templates to enhance consistency.Developed Private Data Center Solutions for hosting clients.Provided solutions architecture for healthcare systems.Managed code repositories with GitHub and GitLab.Skilled in scripting with PowerShell, PowerCLI, and Azure CLI, familiar with Kubernetes and CI/CD Pipelines.Founding member of the Cloud transition team, evaluating systems for migration to the Azure Public Cloud.Collaborated with Governance, Compliance, Quality, and Development teams to assess and mitigate compliance-related risks.Created templates for documenting Enterprise Architecture using the TOGAF framework.Produced architecture artifacts for global IT projects.Established the Architectural Review Board with Development teams and leadership.Conducted architectural reviews for applications in various data centers.Authored policies, standards, and governance documentation for cloud migration.Gathered requirements and set SLAs to ensure clarity.Integrated availability, security, disaster recovery, and performance into designs.Developed financial models for hardware, software, hosting, and staffing.Authored solution documentation from concept to operational handover, including diagrams, process flows, and runbooks.Designed and built environments for POC, development, staging, production, and disaster recovery.Transitioned services from design to operations.Managed over 7000 servers within VMWare and Hyper-V environments.

Created and socialized an Enterprise Architecture Framework to guide the Institute's IT strategy.Prepared comprehensive architectural documentation for multiple projects, ensuring clarity and consistency.Created and maintained an Architecture Wiki, centralizing management and accessibility of architectural documents.Provided consulting and guidance to IT Services, enhancing efficiency and alignment with best practices.

Led a team of IT professionals in developing and maintaining hosting standards for engineered solutions.Provided strategic guidance to contractors, overseeing Tier 3 and Tier 4 problem management teams to ensure efficient issue resolution.Oversaw Server Engineering and Operations, Database Engineering and Operations, and the Architecture team.Collaborated with C-Suite leadership to establish clear goals and effective communication strategies.Worked with cross-functional teams within Allscripts to define and implement clear SLAs and OLAs for hosting environments.

Led a team of skilled application and infrastructure architects in developing and maintaining hosting standards for engineered solutions.Supervised and directed contractors and outsourcing partners for collocated data centers.Established and enforced hosting standards for all architected solutions.Developed comprehensive solutions for Data Center Hosting, from initial concept to final design.Identified and documented requirements and service level agreements for Allscripts-hosted applications.Ensured architectural designs included considerations for availability, security, supportability, disaster recovery, scalability, and performance.Developed financial models including hardware, software, hosting, FTE, density, and pipeline.Documented solutions from initial concept through operational handover, including topology maps, process diagrams, operational runbooks, knowledge documentation, and transition procedures.Designed and implemented solutions for Proof of Concept (POC), development, staging, production, and disaster recovery environments.Managed service transition across design/architecture to operations.

Developed comprehensive solutions for Allscripts clients, from initial concept to final deployment.Documented requirements and SLAs/OLAs for hosted applications.Ensured designs prioritized availability, security, supportability, disaster recovery, scalability, and performance.Created financial models for hardware, software, hosting, FTE, density, and pipeline.Documented solutions from concept to operational handover, including topology maps, process diagrams, runbooks, knowledge documentation, and transition procedures.Designed and implemented environments for POC, development, staging, production, and disaster recovery.Managed service transition from design and architecture to operations.

Transitioned IT Infrastructure and Applications of Magellan Laboratories to Cardinal Health post-acquisition.Managed Global Infrastructure transition from Cardinal Health to Catalent Pharma Solutions.Deployed a Global Microsoft Exchange Environment across 22 sites on five continents.Developed and implemented a Corporate-wide Infrastructure Technology Refresh Policy and Program.Executed a Server Virtualization Strategy, integrating around 600 servers.Rolled out a shared Citrix XenApp farm for corporate applications and JD Edwards (MRP), supporting ~3,500 users globally.Designed and streamlined an Active Directory Architecture, consolidating 39 NT domains into a single Active Directory domain.Established an Architectural Review Board at Catalent to review projects and ensure adherence to architectural standards.Set global standards for server architecture, installation, and operations.Collaborated with an outsourcing vendor to ensure compliance with operational SLAs.Implemented Symantec Altiris globally for inventory, patching, software deployment, and monitoring.Introduced a global monitoring solution for applications and infrastructure.Standardized IT communications worldwide.Led a team of server engineers, contractors, and outsource partners.

Acted as the liaison between IT and the global Quality Department, aligning requirements with business-focused solutions.Coordinated IT resources and Quality teams for the global deployment of Documentum Document Management and Trackwise solutions.Ensured IT services met the needs of Cardinal Health's Quality group.Secured funding and led planning initiatives for quality-related projects.

Led the transition of Magellan Laboratories, Inc. to Cardinal Health's Pharmaceutical Development division.Supported infrastructure, networking, applications development, and computer system validation teams for Pharmaceutical Development.Established standards for applications development, computer validation, and server engineering within Cardinal Health Scientific Systems.Deployed shared chromatography software environments and rolled out various scientific systems including LIMS, Mass Spec, and Chromatography.Recognized as an expert in scientific systems for the Cardinal Health PTS Division.Implemented the JDE ERP system at the San Diego, North Raleigh, RTP, and Somerset sites.Introduced the Project Management System (Changepoint) to the RTP, Somerset, and San Diego locations.Developed and implemented in-house systems tailored to support scientific operations at Cardinal Health.

Led the development of innovative business and public safety applications for LOGICS.Created a comprehensive collection system for Utility Billing and Collection for LOGICS clients.Defined standards for thin client windows/web-based client-server financial and public safety products.Recognized as an authority in new product and application development and engineering projects.Mentored and trained peer and junior programmers in n-tier client/web development projects.Provided DBA expertise in UNIX and Wintel environments for over 1,000 clients across NC, VA, SC, and GA.

Supervised a team of Infrastructure Engineers, managing network and infrastructure services for approximately 24,000 users and 200 servers within the University's administrative units.Developed and implemented server standards for the University's Administrative Division.Maintained a 98% uptime for infrastructure and network services.Established a shared services server farm, growing it to over 100 servers within a year to support departmental clients.

Servicing Local Governments in the Southeastern United StatesLed DBA and Design Architecture for all in-house and customer Database Management Systems.Managed software R&D projects, enhancing services for local governments across the Southeastern U.S.Directed and executed infrastructure and application installations for over 200 local government entities.Established hardware, networking, and coding standards for the user base.Achieved significant R&D milestones, driving company growth and success.Oversaw DBA and design architecture, ensuring optimal performance for client database systems.