Current focus

I am currently dedicated to advancing my career as a System Engineer at https://www.taphere.com/, alongside pursuing a Master’s degree in Cloud Computing Systems at the University of Maryland Global Campus. This dual focus enhances my expertise and impact in the field.

Marine Corps

My time in the Marine Corps started when I was around seven years old, my mother, father, and grandmother would instill in me the important lessons of hard work and perseverance. I wouldn't join the Marines until I was 19 years shortly after high school.

My first assignment with the Marines after boot camp was at Stone Bay North Carolina! Where I met a great mentor and entered into the fleet. I quickly learned my job through trial and error and gained the support of my fellow Marines.

In my role as an Administrative Specialist, I made significant contributions to the success of our battalion's operations:

• Leading Preparations for Commanding General’s Readiness Inspection: Instrumental in preparing the battalion's S-1 Section for its first Commanding General’s Readiness Inspection, achieving zero findings in all inspected areas and receiving commendation for my exceptional organizational skills.

• Managing Special Duty Assignment and Proficiency Pay Program: Established and managed a crucial program overseeing pay and training for over 225 Special Operations Capabilities Specialists, ensuring 100% accountability and effective support for future missions.

• Tracking and Processing Temporary Duty Orders: I successfully processed over 75 TAD orders and implemented an efficient tracking system for our personnel, both domestically and overseas, particularly those involved in Operation Enduring Freedom.

• Innovating the Proficiency Pay Program: Developed and standardized a proficiency pay program for High Altitude Low Altitude (HALO) and Static Line Jumpers, creating a template that streamlined the process for Marines to receive their entitlements promptly.

• Leadership Beyond Rank: Despite being junior in terms of time in grade and service, I demonstrated leadership qualities at the level of a noncommissioned officer, eagerly accepting and excelling in every challenge presented.

My dedication, innovative approach, and leadership during this period were key factors in my enthusiastic recommendation for the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. This experience reflects my commitment to excellence and my ability to lead and innovate in challenging environments.

NCO(supervisor)

I stepped into the managerial role with confidence and during my tenure as the Administrative Noncommissioned Officer, I played a pivotal role in the deployment and operational success of our unit in Afghanistan. My key contributions included:

• Preparation for Deployment: Instrumental in administratively preparing 120 Marines, managing over 600 critical documents for Operation Enduring Freedom.

• Travel Management: Efficiently processed and tracked over 520 travel orders and vouchers, ensuring seamless movement and financial reimbursement for Marines and Sailors.

• Administrative Excellence: Managed and maintained the personnel status for over 450 individuals across four Afghan provinces. This included creating and tracking numerous rosters and records, a task equivalent to an Administrative Section Chief’s responsibilities.

• Security Contribution: As the Noncommissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) of security badging, I managed the screening and tracking of 263 badged personnel, bolstering the safety and security of our camp.

My dedication, initiative, and administrative expertise significantly enhanced the company’s effectiveness, earning me an enthusiastic recommendation for the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. This period stands as a testament to my commitment to duty and ability to excel in challenging environments.

Staff Non-Commissioned Officer (Manager)

My tenure as Staff Sergeant in this period was marked by significant contributions and professional excellence:

• Administrative Leadership: Exceptional support to over 155 Marines, both active and reserve, demonstrating superior knowledge in administrative matters. My role was instrumental in achieving the highest score for Battery I in the Marine Corps Administrative Analysis Team (MCAAT) Inspections.

• Efficient Management of Travel and Orders: Unit Orders Writer, I managed 455 orders in the Marine Reserve Orders Writing System, amounting to over $230,000. Additionally, I handled over $130,000 in travel claims, enhancing the operational efficiency of our unit.

• Toys for Tots Coordination: Regional Coordinator for the Toys for Tots program. I impacted the lives of over 96,000 children by raising $112,422 in monetary donations and distributing 183,381 toys. This initiative demonstrated my passion for community service and the positive influence of the Marine Corps spirit.

• Funeral Honor Details: Participated in 66 funeral honor details, representing the Marine Corps with dignity and respect.

• Recognition as NCO of the Quarter in 2018: Dedication and commitment to duty were recognized with the prestigious NCO of the Quarter award in 2018.

• Program Management: Efficiently managed the MCRC Commander’s Attainment Report and the Prior Service Enlisted Program, ensuring strict compliance with Marine and Reserve Affairs and Headquarters Marine Corps directives.

• Data Integrity and Reporting: Maintained detailed records and reports, safeguarding the integrity of personally identifiable information and adhering to all regulations.

• Leadership and Development: Supervised and provided monthly counseling for NCOs and junior Marines, fostering professional growth and development within my team.

• Operational Efficiency: I was responsible for tracking and managing various waivers and ensured the accountability of G-3 enlisted operations.

• Training and Progress: My focus on training was evident as I gathered data for training statistics, ensured the proper training of the new PSEP chief, and facilitated the growth within the PSEP program.

• System Enhancements: collaborated with the MCRC DBA to correct business rules for effective turnover and provided training for new DBA personnel.

• Process Improvement: The remedy ticket liaison and Waiver Chief processed over 2,200 criteria waivers and 1,000 BUMEDs, significantly enhancing the command's tactical capability.

• Multi-faceted Expertise: Ability to multitask and assist multiple sections beyond enlisted operations made me an integral member of the MCRC team.

In my role as Staff Sergeant, I was driven by a commitment to excellence, reflected in a range of initiatives that improved operational efficiencies and enhanced the welfare of the Marines under my leadership. My approach was always to lead by example, demonstrating perseverance and an unwavering dedication to duty.

This ethos did not go unrecognized. I was honored with a Certificate of Appreciation for my service, and I consistently received recommendations for promotion and increased responsibilities. My peers and superiors saw in me not just a leader, but a reliable advocate for progress and excellence within the Corps.

Field Operations Engineer

• Technical Services: Executed on-site installations, diagnosing, troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing systems to ensure continuous operations.

• Customer Interaction: Direct communication with clients has been pivotal, from relaying feature requests to providing timely project updates.

• Knowledge Sharing: Developed comprehensive documentation and delivered in-depth briefings and product demonstrations, catering to both government and non-government stakeholders.

• Training Delivery: Empowered system operators through specialized equipment training sessions, significantly boosting operational efficiency.

• Collaborative Success: Ability to work across multiple teams has cultivated an environment that prioritizes effective team interaction and maximizes customer satisfaction.

• Software Development: Created and managed Python scripts on GitLab and conducted core database updates using SQL, ensuring the integrity and functionality of our PostgreSQL databases with the Flyway migration tool.

• Innovation for Growth: Crafting JSON profiles for proprietary device integration, I contributed directly to securing a contract valued at 1.2 million dollars.

System Engineer

• Engineering services: Provided engineering services via the Tap Here Engineering Services Unit and Transportation Threat Assessment and Credentialing (TTAC), leading automation and infrastructure configuration to enhance business outcomes in DevOps. Building and automating foundational DevOps elements using Packer, Terraform, Vault, and Chef.

• Collaborative Success: Collaborating on-site with government and other contracting teams.

• System admin: Unix/Linux server administration and configuration management using Chef, Puppet, Ansible, or Salt.

• Automation: Implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines with GitLab. Provisioning infrastructure with Terraform, Cloud Formation, or Ansible.

• Development: Software development with Ruby and infrastructure development with Terraform, Chef, and version control management using Git services including in-code and architectural reviews.

Resume

 Largo, Maryland (willing to relocate) | Secret Clearance

Professional Summary

Dedicated and skilled Cloud Engineer with experience in system engineering, software development, DevOps, hardware management, and inter-agency collaboration. Ten years plus Military background with JSON, SQL, Python, Ruby, Terraform, Vault, and Chef professional experience.

Skills + Technical Competencies

¨ Programming Languages: HTML, JavaScript, CSS, Python, SQL, Bash, Ruby

¨ Technical Skills: Data Mining, Information Processing, Microsoft Office Suite, Scripting

¨ Hardware Development: Device assembly, hardware deployment, 8wire

¨ Frameworks/Libraries: Django, PIL (Python Imaging Library), Agile, Databricks Lakehouse, Git hub, Git lab, Rspec

¨ Tools: Confluence, Jupyter Notebook, PostgreSQL, Puppet, APIs, SDK’s, Jenkins, Python Libraries, Terraform, Chef, Vault

Work Experience

Jr System Engineer, DevOps | Tap Here Technology (April 2023 – present):

¨ Engineering services provision for the Tap Here Engineering Services Unit and Transportation Threat Assessment and Credentialing (TTAC).

¨ Automation and infrastructure configuration to enhance business outcomes in DevOps.

¨ Built and automated foundational DevOps elements using Ruby, Terraform, Vault, and Chef.

¨ Collaborating on-site with the operations team.

¨ Unix/Linux server administration and configuration management.

¨ Implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines with GitLab.

¨ Infrastructure provisioning and deployments with Terraform.

¨ Software development in Ruby and version control management using Git services.

¨ Actively participated in team communications, provided training, and engaged in code and architectural reviews.

Student | AWS Tech U (10/2023 –1/2024): Actively engaged in an accelerated workforce development program to establish and enhance technical and professional skills vital for success at AWS. The program involves:

¨ On-the-Job Training: Gaining practical experience as a full-time employee, including project-based learning and professional development.

¨ Technical Training & Mentorship: Receiving instruction in AWS cloud technologies through lab work, tech sessions, and real-world use cases, all under the mentorship of AWS experts.

¨ Professional Development: Developing essential professional skills, such as effective presentation, time management, and customer engagement.

¨ Practical Application: Applying technical knowledge to build AWS architectures, simulating real customer scenarios to refine communication styles and solution delivery.

Field Operations Engineer | Two Six Technologies, Arlington, Virginia (06/2022 – 09/2023):

¨ Executed on-site installation, diagnosis, troubleshooting, service, and repair of systems, ensuring uninterrupted operations.

¨ Communicated directly with customers, relaying feature requests and project updates.

¨ Developed comprehensive documentation and conducted in-depth briefings and product demonstrations for government and non-government clients.

¨ Delivered specialized equipment and systems training to operators, enhancing operational efficiency.

¨ Collaborated across multiple teams to foster an environment conducive to effective team interaction and heightened customer satisfaction.

¨ Created and managed Python scripts maintained on GitHub.

¨ Managed core database updates vital to mission success via SQL, updating our PostgreSQL database using the Flyway migration tool.

¨ Created JSON profiles to integrate proprietary devices, enabling the team to gain a contract worth 1.2 million dollars.

Senior Data Analyst/Assistant Operations Chief | United States Marine Corps (02/2012 – 06/2022):

¨ Streamlined command report distribution through advanced data scraping and analysis.

¨ Facilitated inter-departmental and inter-service communication, optimizing operational synergy.

¨ Led a team of 10, cultivating a high-performance culture and reducing data processing times from months to weeks.

¨ Applied logistics, operations planning, and crisis management skills to support a transition to civilian technology roles.

Education + Certifications

¨ Master of Science in Cloud Computing Systems (Graduation 10/2025(Cum Laude)) - University of Maryland Global Campus

¨ Bachelor of Science in Computer Technology (Completed 06/23 (Cum Laude)) - American Military University

¨ Linux plus, CompTIA

¨ Splunk

¨ Security plus, CompTIA

¨ Certified Ethical Hacker

¨ AWS Cloud Practitioner

¨ Vets in Tech Python Bootcamp

¨ Green Belt Six Sigma

¨ Google Python IT Automation