Solutions Architect Cloud

BARBARA A. DENSON

New York City, NY ********@*****.*** 917-***-**** https://www.linkedin.com/in/badenson/

SOLUTION ARCHITECT AND IMPLEMENTATION EXPERT

CLOUD ARCHITECT SYSTEM INTEGRATION IMPLEMENTATION

Results-oriented Certified AWS Solutions Architect with over 15+ years of experience implementing a broad range of IT initiatives. Skilled at learning and deploying new technology to support business needs, including, solution design, development, and deployment in a cloud environment.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Cloud & Infrastructure: Development & Integration:

• AWS Cloud Architecture • Web Development

• EC2, ECS, EKS, Lambda, RDS • Python, Java, HTML5, React

• SQS, SNS, API Gateway, DynamoDB • CSS3, JavaScript

• EMR, Glue, Athena, Redshift • API Development

• DMS • Salesforce Administration

• Networking (TCP/IP, TLS, HTTP) • Database Analysis

• DNS, Data Storage • HRIS Platforms (ADP, UKG)

• Identity & Access Management • HR Systems Integration

• Container Technologies • CRM Integration

Methodologies & Expertise:

• Agile/Scrum/Kanban

• Project Management

• Workforce Management

• Chaos Engineering Principles

• Security Controls for Public Cloud

• Encryption (Data-in-Motion/at-Rest)

• Key Management

• Enterprise System Integration (Payroll, Finance)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TECHNOLOGY CONSULTING

AXCESSIT, LLC, NY, NY

MAY 2021 – PRESENT

SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT CONSULTANT/CLOUD ARCHITECT

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATION: Participated in the thorough assessments of project scopes, ensuring alignment with client requirements and expectations. Effectively communicate technical information to diverse teams, fostering collaboration and understanding. Familiar with RFP creation.

CLOUD COMPUTING AND AWS SERVICES: Took responsibility for enhancing the reliability and performance of cloud applications, utilizing AWS services such as EC2, RDS, S3, CloudFront, Route53, ECS, EKS, Autoscaling, Load Balancing, and more. Proficient in building robust high-availability (HA) architectures within budget constraints. Participated in SAP migration which included identifying the objectives and goals of the migration; documented all applications, their versions, and any associated databases.

DEVOPS AND CI/CD: Skilled at building automated CI/CD pipelines using the entire AWS Code* Suite, ensuring seamless software delivery and deployment.

CLOUDFORMATION AND TERRAFORM: Knowledge of infrastructure as code and deploying applications. Implemented and optimized AWS CloudFormation, reducing deployment and improving security with drift detection. Implemented CloudFormation best practices. Familiar with Kubernetes concepts.

IDENTITY AND ACCESS MANAGEMENT (IAM): Assisted in developing the least privileged model for applications—experience with IAM services including password management, SSO, Active Directory, and authentication. Implemented single sign-on (SSO) for a suite of applications used across the organization. Employees could access multiple applications with one set of credentials, enhancing user experience and security.

SERVERLESS DEVELOPMENT: Designed serverless architecture with Lambda, such as API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, and SNS/SQS. Implemented caching strategies using ElastiCache/CloudFront to reduce latency. Developed and deployed Node.js-based Lambda functions. Troubleshoot and debug serverless applications; Implement security best practices for serverless applications.

API DEVELOPMENT: Used rest API for a client's employee information system, enabling HR administrators to manage the workforce effectively.

UKG PRO WORKFORCE MANAGEMENT: Participated in reviewing the configuration for On-boarding and adjusting the process (custom forms, templates, and communication materials).

MIGRATION STRATEGIES: Knowledgeable on various migration strategies, including rehost (lift and shift), re-platform, refactor, re-architect, or rebuild, based on the specific needs and goals of each application.

AWS COST MANAGEMENT: Used AWS Cost Explorer to visualize, understand, and analyze AWS spending for clients. Created budget alerts to automate notifications when costs exceed predefined thresholds.

BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE AND REPORTING: Knowledge of Quicksight the business intelligence tool that can be used to create interactive dashboards displaying financial and usage data from AWS Cost Explorer and other data sources. Knowledge of cloud intelligence dashboards.

INFRASTRUCTURE OPTIMIZATION: Used AWS trusted advisor to provide recommendations for improving AWS infrastructure and cost optimization, helping to maintain high quality and efficiency.

NON-PROFIT

ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE, NY, NY

JUNE 2001 - MARCH 2020

SR PROGRAMMER/CLOUD ARCHITECT

System Architecture and Integration

Designed and implemented enterprise-wide solutions, integrating UKG PRO (UltiPro Kronos), Salesforce, and legacy systems

Developed a microservices architecture for UKG PRO integration, reducing system dependencies by 40% and improving overall system resilience

Implemented a hybrid cloud architecture using AWS and Azure, resulting in a 30% reduction in on-premises infrastructure costs while maintaining 99.99% system availability

Spearheaded data integration initiatives using Informatica and SSIS, streamlining processes within the enterprise landscape

Cloud Solutions and Salesforce Expertise

Led Salesforce Lightning, NPSP, and Marketing Cloud implementations, converting technical requirements into robust architecture and design

Implemented Lightning Web Component framework, enhancing Visualforce pages and improving overall system performance

Designed and developed a marketing app using SKUID UX, customizing standard objects and creating custom objects to meet specific business needs

Utilized React to create optimized Views within Visualforce, significantly improving application performance

Data Management and Analytics

Designed and implemented a data lake solution using AWS S3 and Redshift, enabling real-time analytics across UKG PRO, Salesforce, and legacy systems, resulting in a 50% reduction in reporting time

Developed critical business intelligence reporting using IBM Cognos, providing actionable insights to stakeholders

Directed implementation of OwnBackup for comprehensive data and metadata backup/recovery, ensuring business continuity

Security and Compliance

Led a cross-functional team to implement a zero-trust security model, reducing security incidents by 60% while maintaining system performance

Implemented role-based access controls (RBAC) and single sign-on (SSO) solutions, integrating with Active Directory (ADFS) using LDAP protocol

Configured and tested Azure AD SSO for Salesforce, establishing secure link relationships between Azure AD and Salesforce users

Increased provisioning for cloud-first applications by 50%, enhancing overall system security

Project Management and Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborated with UKG PRO implementation team leads to align project scopes with organizational goals, ensuring successful delivery of complex projects

Cultivated robust relationships with key stakeholders across HR, IT, and executive leadership, effectively articulating complex technical concepts

Implemented Agile methodologies, utilizing tools such as Asana, Jira, and Smartsheet to improve project management efficiency

Process Optimization and Automation

Designed and implemented robust Informatica ETL pipelines, reducing data processing time by 45% and improving overall data quality by 30%

Automated document distribution and approval processes, reducing errors by 30% and significantly improving user satisfaction

Innovation and Future-Proofing

Researched and recommended new solutions to enhance the UKG PRO platform, keeping the organization at the forefront of HRIS technology

Led the integration between UKG and Salesforce, creating automated workflows and real-time data synchronization, resulting in a 25% increase in operational efficiency

Implemented remote collaboration tools including Slack and Box, increasing user productivity by 35% and enabling effective remote work capabilities

BOYLE SOFTWARE, INC., NY, NY 10/99-03/01

A systems development company that creates technology solutions: https://boylesoftware.com/

PROGRAMMER ANALYST /DEVELOPER

Responsible for requirements definition, software development, and implementation

Designed and modified web applications to support e-commerce

Developed and managed test plans to ensure system integrity, developed Quality Assurance procedures

Designed, developed, and maintained Java platform.

Worked with management, reported on the progress of active projects, and adhered to agreed-upon deliverables.

Developed software applications based on specifications, utilized development coding tools, and followed the development team's standards to achieve on-time performance.

EDUCATION

CERTIFIED AWS SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT – ASSOCIATE VERIFICATION NUMBER: 1F7S48MC911112K5

BLOCKCHAIN CERTIFICATION - UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO & THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK BLOCKCHAIN SPECIALIZATION

UDEMY CERTIFICATION: AGILE - SCRUM KANBAN METHODOLOGIES

CHUBB INSTITUTE, NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ 1998

Computer Programming Degree

Web Development & Business Programming (Structured Analysis and Design, System Development Lifecycles)

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Determined how to update the fiscal year in the accounting system, saving $50,000 by eliminating the need for outside consulting help.

Utilized analytical problem-solving skills to address a database performance issue. Implemented innovative indexing strategies, reducing query response times by 40% and enhancing overall system efficiency.

Integrated multiple standalone applications allowing data to be viewed in real-time, reducing the need for manual processing to enable users to make critical decisions. Reduced processing time by 50%.

Implemented Salesforce and developed new apps using third-party software to improve User Experience (UX), reducing the production time of marketing materials by 30%

Created various APIs to enable single sign-on capability across multiple applications, eliminating the need to create this information in each application, improving security, reducing time spent on-boarding and off-boarding staff, and making it easier for users to sign on to the various applications. Reduced IT support time by 60%

Designed, implemented, and deployed an application that searched all internal and external data sources, returning results in seconds, and reducing research time by 60%.

Managed Rental Property - Used Scrum Agile Methodology (daily communications, scrum notes, sprint review reports, project retrospectives, and regular snapshots of the project. Increased business profits by 40%

AWS: Reviewed Terraform configuration file and auto-scaling policies. Helped to reduce costs by 10%

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