Summary of Qualifications
- Clearance: Secret.
- Ability to design and code standards-based, cross-browser compatible, section 508 accessible,
and search engine optimized web sites.
- Knowledgeable of OOP principles and modern coding best practices.
- Superior abilities in areas of problem solving, organization, time management, attention to detail.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Work well as part of a team or independently.
Technical Proficiencies
| Software: |
Visual Studio, MS SQL Server, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, ImageReady,
Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks, Microsoft Office Suite, MySQL, Sybase, FTP clients, IIS, Apache |
| Technologies: |
ASP.NET (C# & VB), SQL, ASP, PHP, (X)HTML, JavaScript, AJAX, CSS, XML, DOM |
| Platforms: |
Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Mac 9 – 10x |
Professional Experience
Software Engineer
Washington Headquarters Service (KTC/CHRONOS), Crystal City, VA (2008 - Present)
Developed front-end (XHTML, CSS, Javascript, AJAX) and back-end (.NET, SQL, XML) code supporting multiple
DoD enterprise-wide web-based financial applications. Designed custom graphics for system GUIs. Created
and maintained n- tier web applications, Windows Services and Web Services, as well as automated many
time intensive manual tasks. Implemented custom error logging/reporting systems. Aided in creation of
SDLC documentation, including User Acceptance Testing scripts, project plan and requirements documentation.
Identified application, server and network related issues and resolutions ensuring that systems remained
functional and available to enterprise users. Appointed as critical personnel for disaster recovery and
COOP operations. Assisted in system administrator duties when required, including COTS application
upgrades, server patching, system failovers, IA mitigations and database backups, restores and migrations.
Sr. Developer
Defense Logistics Agency (MEC), Fort Belvoir, VA (2007 - 2008)
Designed, developed and maintained multiple mission critical DLA web applications
supporting over 30,000 users worldwide. Application development included C# .NET, MS SQL Server,
DTS packages, web services, XML transformations and AJAX implementation. Coordinated with clients to determine
application requirements and establish deadlines.
Noteworthy accomplishments:
- Completely redesigned the DoD Shelflife program's Intranet and Internet web sites. Migrated code base
from classic ASP to .NET and redesigned look-and-feel ensuring all code was accessible and 508 compliant.
Sr. Webmaster / Project Lead
National Guard Bureau Public Affairs Office (Anteon/GDIT), Arlington, VA (2002-2007)
Responsible for all design, development, and maintenance of the National Guard's public web site,
www.ngb.army.mil. Project leader for all National Guard Bureau Public Affairs web initiatives, as well as trainer, reviewer, and policy administrator for 54 subordinate web sites across the nation. Analyzed web metrics, produced monthly reports and made recommendations for future web initiatives. Created custom Content Management systems using ASP and MS SQL server.
Noteworthy accomplishments:
- Lead developer, designer and web team supervisor for the National Guard Web Site, serving more than 450,000 employees internally and the public at large.
- Lead designer of the National Guard's first official “logo”, resulting in a national branding campaign that significantly promoted organization's visibility and recognition.
- Increased public website traffic by 150% within last 12 months through innovative analysis, design, and architecture.
- The highest decorated and recognized contractor in support of the National Guard Bureau.
- Awarded 3rd Place in the 2006 Keith L. Ware Journalism Award for web-based publications (a prestigious international competition among all United States Army web sites).
Web Designer/Developer
Arbitron, Inc., Columbia, MD (2001-2002 - Term Contract)
Contracted as the lead developer for the redesigned Arbitron website (
www.arbitron.com). Developed CSS, HTML templates and information architecture. Designed custom web-based applications using ASP and MS Access. Participated in content management including preparing content for the web, performing scheduled updates to copy and creating HTML newsletters.
Web Designer/Developer
Laughlin, Marinaccio & Owens Advertising, Arlington, VA (2001 - Term Contract)
Contracted as the lead developer for the Army National Guard recruiting web site (
www.1-800-GO-GUARD.com). Duties included creating HTML templates based on graphic designs, developing CSS, JavaScript, and Flash interactive animation. Participated in the development of Army National Guard extranet (
www.youcannet.com). Participated in the development of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority web site (
www.wmata.com).
Assistant Web Designer / Marketing Manager
Infoservices Int'l Inc., Cold Spring Harbor, NY (1999-2000)
Assisted in creation and management of
www.CitiDex.com and
www.CitiDexLI.com, online directories serving the NY metropolitan area. Designed and lead online marketing initiatives including banner advertising, link exchanges and awards programs. Edited copy and generated reports on search engine placement and web site performance.
Computer Instructor
Yong Ling Day School, McLeod Ganj, India (1998)
Taught basic computer skills and intermediate English in a Tibetan refugee adult education program. Conducted daily classes and developed new curriculum.
Education
- Fairfield University, CT (1993-97) - B.S. in Marketing.
- Learning Tree Int'l, VA (2002 - 2007) - XML, ASP.NET, Web Security, MS SQL, IIS 6.
- Prosoft (2002) - Received Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW) Site Designer certification.
- New Horizons (2000) - Received JavaScript certification and advanced certification in Flash, Fireworks, DreamWeaver, HTML, and Photoshop.
Awards & Recognition
- 2007 - Awarded 3rd Place in the 2006 Army Keith L. Ware Journalism Award for web publications
- 2007 - National Guard Minuteman Award
- 2007 - GDIT Distinguished Performance Award
- 2006 - Presented Chief's Coin by Chief, National Guard Bureau LTG H Steven Blum
- 2006 - National Guard Certificate of Appreciation for support during Hurricane Katrina
- 2004 - National Guard Minuteman Award
- 2003 - Anteon New Employee Achievement Award
- 2003 - Anteon Team Achievement Award