Project Management Machine Learning

Summary

Dynamic senior technology leader with **+ years of experience driving transformative projects across cybersecurity, cloud computing, and AI/ML. Recognized for ability to lead cross-functional teams in implementing cutting-edge solutions that strengthen security posture, optimize processes, and drive innovation. Leverages deep expertise in AWS, Azure, PING Identity, and Agile/Scrum to align technology with business goals. Proven track record of delivering multi-million-dollar projects for industry leaders.

Areas of Expertise

Program & Project Management

Cloud Strategy & Migration (AWS, Azure)

Cybersecurity & Identity Management

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Agile & Scrum Methodologies

Vendor Management & Partnerships

Budget Management & Cost Optimization

Professional Experience

ATS Management LLC, Seattle, WA

Principle Owner / Sr. Director of Program Management, PMP® ACP Nov 2020 – Present

Provide strategic leadership for complex projects spanning infrastructure, business intelligence, cybersecurity, and AI/ML

Slashed infrastructure costs by 30% by delivering secure, scalable cloud solutions leveraging AWS and Azure

Implemented an Azure Synapse solution to build a modern data warehouse, enabling real-time data analytics and reporting for a global manufacturing client, resulting in improved operational efficiency and data-driven decision making.

Fortified security posture by implementing robust Identity and Access Management solutions using PING Identity, OKTA and CyberArk

Boosted operational efficiency through AI/ML initiatives that developed predictive models and intelligent applications.

Accelerated time-to-market by 25% by applying Agile and Scrum practices to optimize project delivery.

Key Achievement:

Spearheaded the CIS On-Premises project for Washington DOL, driving RFQ/RFP processes and vendor management to successful completion and applied Agile and Scrum methodologies to drive transformation, reducing admin time by 35% and accelerating project delivery.

Softchoice, Seattle, WA

Senior Project / Program Manager, PMP® ACP Apr 2015–Nov 2020

Delivered strategic consulting engagements for cloud migrations and deployments valued up to \$33M.

Improved system reliability and achieved zero-downtime updates in high-security environments through innovative blue/green deployment strategies.

Empowered data-driven decision making by developing insightful Power BI dashboards and analytics solutions.

Ensured seamless post-merger integration and business continuity by skillfully managing consolidation activities.

Reduced administrative overhead by 35% and expedited project delivery through a successful Agile transformation initiative.

Key Achievement:

Enhanced security and user experience for a Fortune 500 client by implementing a comprehensive identity management solution, including RBAC, SSO and PAM across the enterprise.

Earlier Career 1993 - 2014

Consistently delivered high-impact projects leveraging emerging technologies to drive business value in progressive leadership roles with First American CoreLogic, HID, Aphex Technical Solutions, Intuit, and State of Washington

Fostered a culture of innovation and continuous improvement by building and leading high-performing teams.

Education

PhD in Engineering Technology, CSU

Master of Science in AI & Machine Learning, HSU

Bachelor of Science in Project Management, AIU

Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)

ITIL Master

Microsoft Azure Security

Technical Skills

AWS Azure Docker Kubernetes Python AI/ML PING Identity OKTA CyberArk SailPoint

Leadership & Affiliations

Hackathon Participant AI Ethics Group Member Open-Source Contributor Entrepreneurship Club Mentor

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