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Washington, DC, USA

Rob S.

Transforming Cybersecurity Landscapes with Strategic Vision and Technological Expertise

Leveraging over 15 years of cross-sector experience, I am a Cybersecurity & Cloud Leader blending deep technical acumen with strategic foresight. From the trenches of engineering to the helm of digital transformation, my journey spans securing infrastructures within government entities, nonprofits, and Fortune 500 giants. Architecting resilient AWS ecosystems, driving large-scale modernization, and implementing cutting-edge compliance frameworks, I excel in fortifying cyber landscapes against evolving threats. My leadership not only reduces vulnerabilities but also aligns with pivotal mandates, ensuring seamless protection. My approach optimizes operations, slashes deployment times, and delivers substantial cost efficiencies while nurturing strong, collaborative teams dedicated to operational excellence and proactive risk management.

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Experience

Mar 2023 — Feb 2025

Non-Profit

Cyber Security & Network Engineer

Non-Profit is a company.

Nov 2020 — Jan 2023
USDA

USDA

Manager

The United States Forest Service is responsible for managing national forests and grasslands across the U.S., promoting sustainable ecosystems that provide resources and recreation.

Jan 2020 — Nov 2020
National Democratic Institute (NDI)

National Democratic Institute (NDI)

Senior Consultant

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) promotes democracy worldwide, supporting local partners to strengthen democratic institutions and processes.

Nov 2016 — Feb 2019

Administrative Office of the United States Courts

IT Supervisor / Team Lead Manager

The U.S. Courts safeguard constitutional rights and liberties through various judicial services, including civil and criminal case resolutions, naturalizations, and probation services.

  • Managed a production application support team and focused on high-quality development for court-specific applications, enhancing user experience for court staff and officers across U.S. Districts.
  • Implemented new resource management processes and collaboration tools, resulting in a 30% annual overhead savings for the IT organization.
  • Introduced agile and DevOps methodologies using Jira and Atlassian Confluence, significantly improving automation practices.
  • Consolidated upgrades resulting in zero downtime, shifting major tasks to one day a week, enhancing efficiency and reducing downtime.
Aug 2014 — Aug 2016
Bank of America

Bank of America

Consultant

Bank of America is a leading financial institution in the U.S., providing banking and financial services nationwide.

  • Implemented automation in the security space, improving IT efficiencies and achieving deployment speeds 75% faster.
  • Provided automated solutions to server teams, enhancing security and compliance across global operations.
Dec 2012 — Mar 2014
Deloitte Digital

Deloitte Digital

Manager

Deloitte Digital, a branch of Deloitte, focuses on digital transformation and consulting services to improve business operations and customer experiences.

  • Managed application team for U.S. Army, consolidating code deployment efforts and improving efficiency by over 50%.
  • Deployed automation tools and DevOps principles, delivering a significant ROI and reducing deployment time.
  • Achieved annual ROI of $1.6 million for Army departments through automation tool implementation.
Feb 2002 — Nov 2012
Fannie Mae

Fannie Mae

Senior Engineer / Team Lead

Fannie Mae is a leading source of mortgage financing, providing solutions to support homebuyers and renters in the U.S.

  • Led a multi-year project aligning IT and business goals, implementing compliance and reporting infrastructure at Fannie Mae.
  • Implemented S-Ox and CobIT standards to ensure data center compliance with business needs.
  • Achieved cost reductions in hardware procurement and minimized technology overlap, enhancing system efficiency.
Aug 2001 — Feb 2002
United States Department of Agriculture

United States Department of Agriculture

Manager / Project Manager