Executive Summary

Results-driven Director of Enterprise Applications with over 28 years of progressive experience leading enterprise software systems, application engineering, and IT project management. Certified Lean Green Belt practitioner specializing in business process re-engineering, with proven expertise in modernizing financial and business systems to cloud environments (Microsoft Azure, Amazon AWS) and implementing enterprise dashboarding solutions utilizing DevSecOps, Agile, and Lean methodologies. Award-winning architect of mission-critical government systems including ARRS and LIFT (2020 EBJ Business Achievement Award winners), PICS/PICS:NE for DOE Nuclear Energy programs tracking $2+ billion, and PRAIS for DOE Legacy Management operations across 100+ nuclear sites.

Expert in leveraging AI and advanced technologies to optimize processes, inform strategic decisions, and enhance workflow efficiency. Extensive background in managing development teams (internal and external), re-engineering business processes, and supporting large user bases (2,100+). Published author of "The Harmony Divide" series, demonstrating thought leadership and communication expertise. Strong track record in corporate and federal government (DOE) sectors, with expertise in strategic IT planning, C-level collaboration, and data analytics-driven decision making.

Core Technical Competencies

Leadership & Strategic Management
Director-Level IT Management • Enterprise Vision & Roadmapping • CIO/CISO Collaboration • Team Leadership (Developers & Product Managers) • Resource Allocation & Budget Management • Cross-Functional Team Coordination • Lean Green Belt Certified • Business Process Re-engineering
AI & Process Automation
AI Agent Development & Deployment • Business Process Automation • Intelligent Workflow Orchestration • Machine Learning Integration • Robotic Process Automation (RPA) • AI-Driven Data Analytics • Automated Decision Systems • Natural Language Processing Implementation
Enterprise Systems & Cloud Architecture
Enterprise Software Systems (ESS) • SaaS Cloud Migration & Management • AWS Cloud Architecture • Microsoft Office 365 Administration • System Integrations • Data Analytics & Business Intelligence • Enterprise Security Implementation • Federal Program Management Systems (PICS, PRAIS, ARRS, LIFT) • Oracle & PeopleSoft Integration
Development & Methodologies
Agile Project Management • DevSecOps • Lean Business Processes • ASP.NET • Next.js • Tailwind • Shadcn • React • C# • JavaScript • Typscript • CSS • HTML • SQL Server • SSRS • Business Process Re-engineering • Earned Value Management (EVM)
Database & Infrastructure
SQL Server Administration • MySQL • Database Replication • Team Foundation Server (TFS) • Version Control Systems • Network Infrastructure • System Architecture Design

Professional Experience

Director of Enterprise Applications
North Wind Group
Dec 2022 – Present
Morgantown, WV

Lead the Enterprise Software Systems (ESS) team, including internal and external developers and Product Managers, responsible for business systems, integrations, data analytics, and support for over 2,100 users. Drive digital transformation initiatives and enterprise platform modernization.

Planned and executed Finance and Accounting systems migration to SaaS cloud environment, delivering on time and under budget with zero downtime for internal customers
Implemented company-wide EdgeTI dashboarding application (Edge) connecting dozens of systems with 300+ dashboards and thousands of queries and visualizations
Served as key member of ServiceNow platform implementation team and contributed to strategic roadmap for replacing custom enterprise applications
Modified dozens of existing applications and hundreds of database connections during cloud migration without service interruption
Collaborate with CIO to prioritize Enterprise vision and allocate resources utilizing DevSecOps, Agile, and Lean methodologies
Foster cohesive IT department environment working closely with CISO and Infrastructure leadership
Enterprise Systems Architect
North Wind Group
Feb 2020 – Dec 2022
Morgantown, WV

Led Enterprise Software Systems team for business systems, integrations, and support for 2,100+ users. Architected award-winning applications for Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) including ARRS and LIFT systems that modernized critical operational processes.

Designed and delivered Applicant Routing & Recruiting System (ARRS), a fully digital web-based system replacing paper-based supplemental labor recruitment at LLNL with full traceability and data analytics
Architected Livermore Integration and File Transfer (LIFT) system enabling paperless collection, approval, and three-day invoicing through Oracle-to-Costpoint integration, processing 108,000+ hours and 5+ million data records
Systems deemed "critical for successful transition" of 435-person supplemental labor contract at LLNL, delivered on-time despite COVID-19 challenges
ARRS and LIFT systems won 2020 Environmental Business Journal (EBJ) Business Achievement Award for Information Technology innovation
Established technical foundation for subsequent successful cloud transformation and platform modernization initiatives
Senior Programmer & Team Lead
Allegheny Science and Technology (AST)
May 2013 – Jan 2020
Morgantown, WV

Served as Team Lead for Program Information Collection System (PICS/PICS:NE), a sophisticated web-based program management tool for DOE's Office of Nuclear Energy. Managed comprehensive programming efforts and direct client interface responsibilities for mission-critical federal systems.

Developed and maintained PICS:NE system integral to DOE-NE's annual budget lifecycle management, project planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout for federally funded R&D programs
Enabled collaboration among DOE-NE, national laboratories, universities, and industry partners through comprehensive program management platform
Received positive user feedback with system helping personnel perform jobs "more efficiently and effectively"
Interfaced directly with DOE clients to gather requirements and propose technical solutions for complex program management needs
Administered SQL Server database services including SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) for large-scale federal operations
Enterprise Architecture Manager
Performance Results Corporation (PRC)
May 2011 – May 2013
Morgantown, WV

Managed entire IT infrastructure for 250+ employees while continuing leadership of DOE web-based EV management system. Oversaw complete network and server infrastructure modernization.

Achieved 99.99% network service uptime through infrastructure optimization
Migrated all corporate IT infrastructure to Amazon AWS cloud, significantly reducing costs and maintenance
Implemented fiber optic internet connection and transitioned email from Exchange to Office 365
Led team of IT professionals providing technical guidance and oversight
Senior Applications Engineer
Performance Results Corporation (PRC)
Aug 2010 – May 2011
Morgantown, WV

Team Lead for PICS web-based EV management system development for DOE. Responsible for system architecture planning, implementation, and disaster recovery solutions.

Engineered live backup system across two national locations using DNS failover and SQL Server replication
Implemented Team Foundation Server (TFS) for version control and development coordination
Conducted client system demonstrations and coordinated documentation requirements
Monitored and maintained existing web-based systems across multiple contracts
Systems Designer
S.M. Stoller Corporation
May 2007 – Aug 2010
Morgantown, WV

Developed Portfolio Reporting Analysis Information System (PRAIS) for DOE Legacy Management Support Services contract and Office of Legacy Management. Achieved rapid deployment, ANSI 748 certification, and "Best Practice" recognition for systems supporting over 100 former nuclear production sites.

Designed and deployed PRAIS system in under 8 months for DOE Office of Legacy Management, supporting critical long-term stewardship of over 100 former U.S. nuclear production and testing sites
Achieved ANSI 748 and DOE 0413 self-certification through system excellence, recognized as DOE "Best Practice"
Re-engineered accounting and project controls processes, saving over 2,000 work-hours annually
Integrated with external systems including Primavera P6 for comprehensive project tracking across national legacy management operations
Developed employee roster database system for contract rate tracking and financial reporting optimization
Senior Applications Engineer
Performance Results Corporation (PRC)
Aug 2003 – May 2007
Germantown, MD / Morgantown, WV

Developer and system architect for Program Information Collection System (PICS) for DOE's Nuclear Energy program - a comprehensive web-based financial and earned value management tool that became foundation for critical federal program management operations.

Developed PICS system that tracked nearly $2 billion in DOE programs, serving as foundational architecture for subsequent PICS:NE system
Contributed to PRC receiving DOE Small Business of the Year award in 2009 through innovative system development
Automated financial system integrations, reducing monthly reporting effort from 80 hours to less than 1 hour through process optimization
Developed centralized tracking tools for Independent Project Reviews and Environmental Management to Legacy Management transition systems
Managed PRC's Germantown, MD office as Site Lead, overseeing up to 8 employees while delivering critical DOE systems

Education & Certifications

Associate Degree in Computer Information Management
Computer Tech Institute
1998
Lean Green Belt Certification
Business Process Re-engineering Specialization

Publications

The Harmony Divide: Never Alone
Published Author
The Harmony Divide: Never Enough
Published Author