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Denver, Colorado, Us

* Generates continuous integration processes to support build and release pipeline via Microsoft Azure DevOps to support agile software development efforts for Frontier’s customer facing web site that generates $1 billion + per year in revenue.* Lead system administrator for: Microsoft Azure (Microsoft’s version of the AWS platform) cloud computing environments (including VM’s, IaaS and PaaS Architecture, app services, Storage blobs, API Services, etc), Radware WAF - Web Application Firewalls, Distil Bot mitigation, CDN’s & Avocode (Content Delivery Network), GitPrime & PumaScan (code analysis and reporting). * Migrated the entire codebase (consisting of over 33 internal projects) from Team Foundation Server to VSTS, resulting in a company-wide cloud-based infrastructure.* Develop and integrate CI/CD automation scripts in an agile software development environment.

Bethesda, Md, Us

Served as the sole configuration management resource for the Lockheed Martin C-130 ATS (Aircrew Training System) at the LRAFB facility.* Built and maintained server hardware and software for C-130 flight simulators* Performed product lifecycle management* Built software components for simulators and training PC's with Borland StarTeam 2008 & 2010* Maintained, organized, and distributed software load releases to 14 of the C-130 Systems Trainers (simulators) with both Windows Server and LINUX systems* Sole owner responsible for both constructing and delivering all contract deliverables documentation (CDRLs) to the government for the C-130 ATS program* Processed design requests and discrepancy reports (DRs) and maintained associated databases* Served as key point of contact for Active Directory issues* SharePoint administrator for MasterControl (the C-130 ATS data repository)* Maintained both internal and external (COTS) software baselines, inventory, libraries, and databases.* Developed and implemented key configuration management process improvements. Notable examples are tracking systems for purchase order requests, CDRL delivery due dates, hardware inventory, software matrices, and records of transactions* Possess active U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance* Received recognition from C-130 ATS Program Management for achieving a CPARS score of 5.0- an exceptional in every graded area- a first for the ATS program.

New York, Ny, Us

* Established software testing best practices in a growing agile IT QA department* Led a group of testers to meet target dates and to exceed quality expectations* Coached and mentored test team members on defect tracking * Worked with PMO to accurately report metrics

Arlington, Va, Us

* Handled quality assurance efforts for Global Positioning System Next Generation Operational Control System (GPS OCX) - the ground station for a new generation of satellites that will bring more safety and precision to GPS. * Developed test plans and procedures based on a thorough requirements analysis process before moving on to the design and execution phases. Ensured that test cases accurately validated user and business requirements and that all met verification success criteria.* Executed test procedures using tools and interfaces including Java Visualization Toolkit (VTK), Oracle Weblogic Server Administration Console, Oracle Service Bus Administration Console, and soapUI.

Baltimore, Maryland, Us

* Responsible for leading a team of test specialists in the design, development, and execution of tests within the framework of a structured/Waterfall SDLC. * Led efforts to transition the business unit to a more agile methodology with automation, including an increased focused on requirements gathering, creation of detailed standard and regression test plans, recording and tracking of defects in standard agile tools.* Handled engagement with UAT teams, conducted user training, obtained end user sign-offs, served as a liaison between IT and various Business Units, and served as a subject matter expert for my systems of expertise.* Introduced test automation to the Transamerica Employee Benefits team. Led trial runs with HP Quick Test Pro and Selenium IDE.

Bethesda, Md, Us

* Performed product lifecycle management as part of a software configuration management team and built software components for simulators and classroom instructional PCs with Borland StarTeam 2008 & 2010* Maintained, organized, and distributed software load releases for C-130 simulators using both Windows Server and LINUX systems* Developed all contract deliverables documentation (CDRLs) for the C-130 ATS program* Processed design requests and discrepancy reports (DRs) and maintained associated databases* Served as the key point of contact on team for Active Directory issues, COTS inventory, and SharePoint administration for MasterControl (the C-130 ATS data repository)* Developed and implemented several configuration management process improvements* Received U.S. DoD Secret level security clearance

Little Rock, Ar, Us

Handled all elements of QA, build and test processes for an agile software development team.* Developed test plans & test cases, automated & manual test scripts, processes, & documentation* Synchronized databases (data and schema) among all environments (MS SQL)* Used Microsoft Visual Studio to manage build processes for code releases including compiling and installation to Development, Test, and Production environments* Ran and reviewed unit and functional tests and consulted with developers on code coverage* Conducted detailed risk analysis to reduce defects* Served as key contact for defect tracking, automated builds, feature requests, and research* Published releases (promoted to Pilot/Production) and builds * Organized release notes and directly worked with User Acceptance Test teams* Installed and maintained all of the server's operating systems and software updates* Maintained Windows Server 2003 and VMWare Server environments along with 5 VMWare clients on the test and development servers

Conway, Arkansas, Us

* Functional Test Component Manager for Acxiom proprietary CDI software components* Supervised the workloads and schedules of six contracted offshore software testers * Served as a test lead for multiple projects* Engaged project team in test readiness reviews of functional specifications and test documentation* Reduced the possibility of defects via risk analysis throughout the software development lifecycle* Developed expertise in functional GUI testing, backend web services, and defect tracking using PVCS, SourceForge, ClearQuest

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