Hello, I'm Scott!

I'm an IT leader and engineer with a passion for using my experience with technology to solve business challenges and deliver a great user experience. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, I've worked on a large variety of projects and systems in a wide variety of industries. I use my broad perspective to my advantage, delivering innovative solutions that solve challenges both big-picture and small.

My Approach

I believe that good IT enables the business to go out and do more; tackle bigger challenges and grow. Good IT will also deliver a great user experience! I value simplicity, performance, and strict governance to deliver solutions that stick. My approach involves:

• Aligning technology with the business: IT exists to support the business value streams, it doesn't operate in a vacuum.
• Performance to the core: IT should be fast and be out-of-the-way
• Governance, governance, governance: Change managment, non-repudiation, structured policy and procedures
• Clean, efficient systems: Architecting and organizing systems with clean organization and efficiency in mind

Technical Skills

My core technical skills include (but not limited to):

• Languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Powershell, Bash
• Tools: Git, npm, PyPi, JFrog, CI/CD
• Backend: Node.js, Express
• Operating Systems RHEL, Ubuntu, Debian, Windows Server, Windows, MacOS
• Server Software: Microsoft SQL Server, Postgres SQL, MySQL, DNS, DHCP, IIS, Active Directory, NPAS, ADCS, nginx, Apache Tomcat
• Server Hardware: Dell, HPE, Supermicro
• Networking: Juniper, Cisco, Meraki, Mist, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, IPAM
• Storage: Software-defined storage (Ceph, VSAN), Isilon, Compellant, Synology

Professional Experience

In my professional career, I've worked with companies ranging from startups to public enterprises, helping them build and rebuild better IT systems and practices. My work has included:

• Developing new, core system integrations that eliminate hundreds of labor hours a year
• Overhauling identity systems to suit a modern, secure workforce
• Collaborating closely with business leaders to solve challenges and help the business grow and operate more efficiently
• Mentoring staff and promoting best practices within IT teams

Beyond Work

When I'm not working, you can find me:

• Learning about the new (or new to me) technologies!
• Writing technical blog posts (this is a new hobby, not much to see yet)
• Attending tech meetups and conferences
• Hiking, reading, or trying out new places to grab a bite

Let's Connect

I'm always open to discussing new projects, technologies, or opportunities to collaborate. Feel free to reach out to me through LinkedIn or email me at [email protected]