Technical Leader • Solutions Architect • Full-Stack Engineer

I design and build secure, scalable systems that serve hundreds of thousands of users across education, logistics, and defense sectors. I specialize in architecting cloud infrastructure, leading high-performing engineering teams, and delivering mission-critical software under strict security and compliance standards.

• Lead Developer @ Cadet Portfolio (EdTech / Defense)
  Architecting secure AWS & AWS GovCloud environments supporting 250,000+ users while leading a cross-functional team delivering high-impact features and DoD-compliant systems.

• Former CTO @ Foxfire Software
  Oversaw digital transformation of a WMS platform, moving enterprise customers from on-prem to cloud SaaS. Delivered $3M+ in custom engineering work while leading a 10-person dev team.

• Deep Expertise In:
  Cloud architecture, secure system design, .NET application engineering, Redis caching, PostgreSQL/SQL Server, high-availability environments, API design, team leadership, and platform scalability.

• Architect AWS & GovCloud infrastructure (EC2, RDS, S3, ElastiCache, ALB, SQS/SNS, SES).
• Maintain IL4, FedRAMP, and NIST 800-53 compliance across 400+ controls.

• Large .NET systems (Framework & Core) with Redis caching and SQL Server/Postgres.
• Asynchronous workflows, distributed processing pipelines, MFA systems, messaging systems, curriculum/quiz platforms, and more.

• Next.js, React, and Tailwind for dynamic, white-label dashboards and reporting systems.

• Lead agile teams of 5–10 engineers through architecture, sprint planning, code review, and delivery.
• Partner with executives, customers, and government stakeholders to translate requirements into engineered solutions.

• C#, .NET Framework, .NET Core, Node.js, TypeScript, React, Next.js, Python, SQL/T-SQL

• AWS, AWS GovCloud, Azure
• EC2 • S3 • RDS • ALB • SES • SQS • SNS • EBS
• Redis (ElastiCache), Distributed Architecture, REST APIs

• SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Redis

• GitHub Actions • CI/CD • Environment hardening
• Infrastructure planning • Production operations

• NIST 800-53, CMMC, IL4, FedRAMP, DoD ATO processes

• GovCloud-Hosted Education Platform (250k+ users)
  Lead architecture and engineering for a national-scale learning and assessment platform used across DoD programs.

• Cloud-Enabled Warehouse Management System
  Designed allocation, picking, labeling, shipping workflows, and full ERP/WMS integrations.

• Full Presentation Q&A Capture App
  Next.js/Node/NocoDB system for real-time question gathering during talks and training events.

• Redis-Backed Session & Activity Platform
  High-performance distributed session tracking using ElastiCache for real-time applications.

• HAM Radio Club App (Community Project)
  Lightweight mobile tool for meeting and membership management.

• Google Project Management (In Progress)
• Google Data Analytics
• FEMA ICS/NIMS Certifications (100, 200, 700, 800)
• AUXCOMM Certified – State of Georgia

• Licensed HAM Radio Operator supporting local Emergency Management (CDAT member).
• Passionate about endurance training — aiming to complete a half-marathon next year.
• Active reader (current favorites: The Brothers Karamazov, Meditations, 1984).

If you're working on something meaningful — in education, public safety, supply chain, or civic tech — I'd love to connect.

🚀 Let’s build something that makes an impact.