Experienced IT Consultant specializing in technological transformation and strategic IT roadmaps. Adept at aligning IT initiatives with business objectives through clear process models and frameworks that are accessible to business leaders. Proven expertise across North and South America, the UK, Europe, and the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. A hands-on leader with extensive knowledge of AWS/Azure infrastructures, cloud services (AWS SES, SQS, S3, Rekognition, RDS, EC2), enterprise architecture, security, ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics), SDLC, and project management. Demonstrated success in delivering results during rapid growth, contraction, acquisitions, and divestitures.
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Services & Expertise
IT Strategy & Business Intelligence
- Strategic Planning & Business Alignment: Developing comprehensive IT roadmaps that directly support business objectives and digital transformation initiatives, ensuring seamless process automation and continuity.
- Analytics & Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilizing advanced business intelligence and enterprise analytics to optimize operational performance and drive informed decision-making.
- Business Process & Automation: Extensive experience with association and membership management, business process automation, and full lifecycle project management, ensuring seamless integration of technology solutions in diverse business environments.
Enterprise Architecture & IT Management
- Systems & Network Administration: Designing, implementing, and maintaining robust IT infrastructures, leveraging Microsoft technologies (Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, IIS, Hyper-V, MS Exchange, MS SQL Server) alongside modern virtualization and remote access solutions.
- Full SDLC & Domain-Driven Design: Overseeing complete software development lifecycles with a strong focus on object-oriented analysis, design, and programming, ensuring the development of secure, scalable applications.
- Vendor & Operations Management: Expertly managing vendor relationships and IT operations, guaranteeing high system availability and robust operational integrity.
Cloud Services & Infrastructure
- Cloud Platforms & Virtualization: Extensive experience with AWS (EC2, ECS, SES, SQS, S3, RDS, Elastic Transcoder, VPC, CloudFront, Route 53, Work Mail, IAM, Sumerian, LightSail) and Azure for scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud deployments.
- IaaS, PaaS & SaaS Models: Architecting solutions across various cloud service models to optimize resource utilization and performance.
- Cloud Security & Compliance: Implementing industry best practices for cloud security, including intrusion detection, penetration testing, and compliance with standards such as PCI DSS and HIPAA.
Cybersecurity & Compliance
- Incident Response & Breach Prevention: Successfully captured, documented, and prevented multiple attempted security breaches on high-stakes SaaS platforms. Proactively identified and mitigated advanced persistent threats (APTs) and zero-day vulnerabilities before they could impact operations. Responded swiftly to security alerts with real-time incident management and thorough forensic analysis, ensuring minimal disruption to business functions.
- Regulatory Compliance & Forensic Investigations: Implemented and maintained compliance with industry standards such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, and other regulatory requirements, ensuring that all systems adhere to the highest security protocols. Conducted comprehensive forensic investigations in collaboration with legal and governmental agencies, translating findings into actionable insights and bolstering overall security posture.
- Advanced Network & Infrastructure Security: Leveraged cutting-edge technologies, including AI-driven intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), to continuously monitor network traffic and rapidly respond to anomalous activities. Designed robust security architectures integrating SSL encryption, multi-factor authentication, and continuous monitoring to defend against both external and internal threats.
- Collaborative Security Initiatives: Worked closely with federal institutions and judicial authorities to validate security measures and ensure the integrity of critical IT systems. Established effective partnerships with internal teams and third-party vendors, ensuring that security strategies align with organizational objectives and emerging threat landscapes.
- Vendor & Third-Party Security Assessments: Conducted rigorous security audits of third-party systems and integrated services, ensuring that external connections do not introduce vulnerabilities. Employed comprehensive testing methodologies, including penetration testing and vulnerability assessments, to identify and remediate potential risks.
Software Development & Integration
- Programming & Frameworks: Proficient in multiple programming languages (Python, C, C++, C#, Visual Basic, JavaScript) and technologies (HTML5, CSS, Bootstrap, jQuery, Angular), with extensive experience in ASP.NET MVC, ASP.NET Webforms, and the .NET Framework.
- API & Web Service Integration: Integrating third-party APIs (Google Maps, YouTube, USPS, FedEx, Stamps.com) and developing RESTful services to facilitate seamless data exchange across platforms.
- Version Control & DevOps: Leveraging tools like TFS and Git within Agile environments to support continuous integration and delivery.
Enterprise & Business Systems
- ERP & CRM Solutions: Deep expertise with ERP and CRM systems (Microsoft Dynamics AX, GP, 365, CRM, Great Plains, Darwin, QuickBooks, Exact Synergy, Exact Globe) and the integration of these platforms into comprehensive SaaS solutions.
- Business Applications: Designing and implementing responsive, secure, and scalable web applications for various business needs, including eLearning, digital ID, document management, and point-of-sale systems.
Digital Marketing & E-Commerce
- Email & Marketing Platforms: Developing sophisticated email marketing systems that include automation, list segmentation, personalized messaging, and performance tracking.
- E-Commerce Solutions: Constructing and maintaining eCommerce platforms with seamless integrations for payment processing (Authorize.net, Elavon, Converge, Nova, PayPal, Stripe) and shipping services, ensuring a smooth retail experience.
- Content Management & CMS: Utilizing content management systems to create flexible and engaging digital experiences across multiple devices.
Project Portfolio
My portfolio comprises a suite of customizable, responsive web applications designed to integrate seamlessly into diverse organizational environments. Each platform is engineered for scalability, cross-browser compatibility, and robust security, ensuring the protection of data and infrastructure while providing an optimal user experience. These solutions are built using advanced technologies such as ASP.NET MVC, Angular, C#, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, jQuery, AJAX, and JavaScript.
Business Management System (single tenant)
A cloud-based, single-tenant SaaS platform built on ASP.NET MVC with a domain-driven design approach, the Business Management System streamlines core business operations and enhances overall efficiency. Key features include:
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM): Offers comprehensive profile management and responsive email marketing capabilities, enabling businesses to maintain robust and effective client communication channels.
- eLearning Integration: Includes built-in eLearning modules that facilitate continuous employee training and development, ensuring that staff remain informed and skilled in a rapidly changing environment.
- eCommerce Functionality: Integrates a full-service online store with real-time tax calculations and shipping logistics, supporting payment gateways such as Authorize.net and shipping services like FedEx and Stamps.com. This ensures a seamless buying experience from order placement to delivery.
- ERP-Integrated Order Processing: Seamlessly connects with enterprise resource planning systems (e.g., Dynamics AX/GP/365, QuickBooks) to automate order processing, inventory management, and financial reconciliation.
- Multi-Language Support: Provides native language options—including Chinese, Dutch, English, French, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish—to facilitate global operations and localize user experiences.
The system is designed not only to automate routine tasks but also to deliver insightful analytics and dynamic reporting, empowering business leaders to make data-driven decisions. Click To Schedule Demo
Email Marketing System (single tenant)
This cloud-based, single-tenant SaaS platform, developed with ASP.NET MVC and powered by AWS SES, SQS, and S3, is tailored to optimize email communications and marketing efforts. Its detailed features include:
- Advanced Email Automation: Enables businesses to schedule, trigger, and personalize complex email campaigns based on user behavior, ensuring that communications are timely and relevant.
- Comprehensive List Management: Facilitates the import, segmentation, and management of email lists with customizable data fields, allowing for targeted messaging and enhanced personalization.
- In-Depth Tracking & Analytics: Provides detailed logging and analysis of email performance metrics such as delivery rates, click-through rates, geographic distribution, and unsubscribe rates. This data is crucial for continuously refining and optimizing marketing strategies.
- Multi-Language Interface: Supports multiple languages, ensuring that campaigns can be effectively localized to engage diverse audiences globally.
This platform is engineered to provide a robust, scalable solution for executing data-driven email marketing strategies that drive customer engagement and conversion. Click To Schedule Demo
Learning Management System (single tenant)
Designed to accommodate a diverse range of learners—from small teams to millions—the Learning Management System (LMS) is a cloud-based, single-tenant SaaS solution built with ASP.NET MVC. Its comprehensive features include:
- Secure, Video-Driven Course Authoring: Empowers educators and corporate trainers to create interactive, multimedia-rich courses that engage and educate learners in a secure environment.
- Dynamic Reporting & Analytics: Offers robust reporting tools that track learner progress, course completion rates, and performance metrics, enabling continuous improvement in educational delivery.
- Integrated Email Marketing: Seamlessly connects with email marketing systems to communicate updates, course recommendations, and progress reports, ensuring that learners remain informed and engaged.
- Multi-Language Capabilities: Provides native support for multiple languages, making the platform accessible to a global audience.
This LMS is ideal for corporate training, educational institutions, and large-scale eLearning initiatives, providing a secure and scalable environment that supports a wide range of educational needs. Click To Schedule Demo
Election System (single tenant)
A highly secure, SaaS platform built with ASP.NET MVC and integrated with AWS SES, SQS, and S3, the Election System is designed to uphold the integrity of the electoral process. Its detailed functionalities include:
- Enhanced Security Measures: Implements rigorous security protocols and continuous user access auditing, ensuring that every account action and vote is verified to prevent internal and external interference.
- Geo-Coded API Integration: Uses geo-coded APIs to validate the eligibility and location of voters, significantly reducing the risk of fraudulent activities.
- Dynamic Reporting & Candidate Management: Provides real-time, transparent reporting features and detailed candidate profiles that are accessible via public election URLs, fostering trust and accountability.
- Verified User Actions: Ensures that every user interaction and vote is logged and verified, contributing to the overall transparency and reliability of the election process.
This platform is ideally suited for governmental bodies, non-profit organizations, and private entities seeking to modernize and secure their voting systems. Click To Schedule Demo
IDS/IPS System (single tenant)
An AI-powered, cloud-based Intrusion Detection and Prevention System that monitors network traffic in real time. Leveraging machine learning algorithms, it detects anomalous behavior and automatically initiates defensive measures to protect critical IT infrastructure. Key features include:
- Behavioral Analysis: AI detects anomalies and suspicious activity beyond traditional signature-based detection.
- Real-Time Threat Detection: Monitors network traffic, endpoints, and cloud workloads.
- Zero-Day Attack Detection: AI predicts and identifies unknown threats using machine learning.
- Automated Threat Response: Blocks malicious IPs, files, and processes instantly.
- Cloud-Native Deployment: No on-prem hardware needed; deployed in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Single-Tenant Architecture: Ensures data isolation, security, and compliance for each client.
- Multi-Layered Defense: Monitors network, application, and endpoint layers.
- Edge-to-Cloud Security: Protects IoT devices, remote users, and cloud workloads.
- AI-Based Attack Pattern Recognition: Detects phishing, ransomware, DDoS, and APTs.
- Adaptive AI Models: Continuously learns from new threats to improve accuracy.
- Automated False Positive Reduction: AI fine-tunes alerts to minimize alert fatigue.
- Self-Healing Security: AI automatically patches vulnerabilities before exploitation.
- AI-Driven Threat Scoring: Prioritizes security incidents based on risk levels.
- Automated Incident Playbooks: Executes predefined response actions against attacks.
- Forensic Analysis & Threat Hunting AI: Reconstructs attack timelines for deep investigations.
- Automated Compliance Auditing: Ensures adherence to SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS.
- SIEM & SOAR Integration: Connects with Splunk, and more.
- SOC & Threat Intelligence Feeds: Leverages industry threat databases.
- Multi-Cloud Compatibility: Works across AWS, Azure, GCP, and hybrid environments.
- OpenAPI for Custom Automation: Enables easy integration with DevSecOps pipelines.
This platform is ideally suited for large-scale networks, cloud infrastructure, and endpoints. Ensuring regulatory compliance with AI-driven risk management that secures SaaS applications with multi-layered AI-based protection. Click To Schedule Demo
Surveillance System (single tenant)
Built on ASP.NET MVC and integrated with AWS Rekognition, this platform captures and documents onsite activities. It employs facial recognition and object detection to prevent theft and unauthorized access. Smart alert features notify security teams via text and email, enabling rapid response to potential incidents. Click To Schedule Demo
Drone Property Surveillance System:
A cutting-edge solution that integrates Android-based drone control with ASP.NET MVC and AWS Rekognition for geofenced, automated drone surveillance. This system supports multiple drones operating in a coordinated manner and includes features such as automated flight path management, auto-return capabilities for battery recharging, and a battery guard system to ensure optimal performance. Real-time alerts via text and email enhance situational awareness and prompt security responses. Click To Schedule Demo
Accomplishments & Industry Recognition
- Client Success & Endorsements:
- Earned consistent recognition from industry leaders and clients—including endorsements from James Jim Bram, John Jed Livingstone, John Jack Bichsel, Rod Larue, and representatives from various prominent organizations—for delivering high-impact IT solutions. Operational Excellence:
- Achieved measurable improvements in efficiency, cost reduction, and user satisfaction by deploying systems that streamline complex processes, enhance data security, and foster digital transformation. Continuous Innovation:
- Remains at the forefront of technological innovation, continuously leveraging emerging technologies and methodologies to drive digital transformation and deliver value across diverse industries. Yaufman Email Marketing System:
- Developed a scalable, comprehensive email marketing platform that streamlined global customer engagement and improved campaign performance through advanced automation and analytics. Shift Learning Management System:
- Engineered a dynamic LMS that supports interactive, video-driven course authoring, robust learner analytics, and seamless integration with enterprise systems—driving significant improvements in training effectiveness and user engagement. Vote Validated Election System:
- Designed a secure election platform that ensures transparency, verifies every user interaction, and maintains the integrity of the electoral process through rigorous auditing and geo-coded API integrations. Innovative Options Suite:
- Delivered multiple robust platforms addressing diverse business needs, including: PEO Accounting System: Automated critical payroll and accounting functions, enhancing efficiency and regulatory compliance. eCommerce and Point of Sale Systems: Created integrated solutions with real-time tax calculations, payment processing, and logistics management, optimizing retail operations. Custom Solutions (Auction Store, Email Marketing, CMS/CRM/Order Management, Document Management, Digital ID, and Screen Capture/Key Logger): Developed tailored applications that addressed specific operational challenges, significantly enhancing productivity and customer satisfaction. NAUI Platforms:
- Developed a series of specialized solutions for the diving industry, including: Diver Management Systems (Database, Lookup, Logbook): Streamlined data management and record keeping for divers. Business & Operational Tools (eBusiness Center, Dive Card Replacement, Dive Insurance, Credential, Renewal, Student Registration, CMS/Order Management, Service Center Systems, eLearning): Improved operational workflows and user engagement within the diving community. Geo-Locator Applications (Dive Center & Instructor): Enhanced location-based services, improving operational logistics and user convenience. Engagement Platforms (Awards, Kudos, Cares Survey): Fostered community engagement and feedback through innovative digital channels. Additional Projects:
- Successfully delivered client-specific solutions such as the Disney Survey, showcasing adaptability and precision in meeting unique business requirements.