Principal DevSecOps Engineer
20+ years transforming enterprise infrastructure. AWS Beta Tester since 2006. Ranked 3rd all-time contributor in MapQuest's enterprise repository.
Ranked #3 All-Time Contributor
Led MapQuest's infrastructure evolution with documented proof of hands-on technical leadership in enterprise-scale repository contributions.
AWS Beta Tester Since 2006
18+ years ahead of mainstream AWS adoption, providing unique perspective on cloud evolution and enterprise transformation strategies.
MyRounding → Huron Acquisition
Achieved SOC2 & HIPAA certification enabling successful acquisition. Transformed regulatory compliance from blocker to business enabler.
Verizon "The Paranoids"
Worked directly with Verizon's elite security team on enterprise-scale security implementations and compliance frameworks.
Bare-Metal → AWS Transformation
Led MapQuest's complete infrastructure migration from Citrix XenServer to AWS, supporting millions of daily users.
Certm8 SSL Automation
Developed automated SSL/TLS certificate management for Docker & Kubernetes, showcasing continuous innovation mindset.
Leading security-first DevOps initiatives with expertise in compliance frameworks including SOC 1/2, GDPR, and PCI/PHI standards.
Leveraging large language models and AI tools to automate workflows, enhance productivity, and solve complex technical challenges.
AWS beta tester since 2006, architecting enterprise-grade cloud solutions with Infrastructure as Code and modern DevOps practices.
Revolutionary automation tool for Docker & Kubernetes environments, streamlining certificate generation and distribution with zero-touch deployment capabilities.
Led AWS cloud infrastructure automation using Terraform, Packer, and Ansible. Deployed AWS EKS, kOps, and Helm-based Kubernetes clusters for scalable application hosting.
Led MapQuest's bare-metal Citrix XenServer infrastructure migration to AWS. Collaborated with Verizon's elite "Paranoids" security team on SOC2 compliance and enterprise security.
Achieved SOC2 & HIPAA certification, enabling MyRounding's acquisition by Huron Consulting. Migrated VMware-based HL7/Mirth healthcare systems to AWS VPN endpoints.
Developed video streaming and embedded Linux applications for hospitality industry solutions.
Built and operated one of the first cloud-based media hosting services when internet radio was in its infancy. Successfully acquired by partner company in 2005.
Selected as one of the original AWS public beta testers before official launch. This early access provided 18+ years of cloud evolution insight - from experimenting with the first EC2 instances to architecting modern serverless solutions.
"Having witnessed and actively participated in AWS's journey from beta to global dominance gives me a unique perspective on cloud strategy and enterprise transformation that few professionals possess."
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Enterprise cloud migrations • Security compliance • Team leadership • AWS expertise since 2006