Summary
Experienced IT professional with expertise in troubleshooting, programming, and managing technical systems. Skilled in languages such as C++, Python, and Java, with certifications in CompTIA Network+ and AWS Solutions Architect. Strong background in mentoring teams, creating technical documentation, and maintaining IT infrastructure to ensure operational success.
Certifications
- CompTIA Network+: CompTIA • 2024
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect: Amazon Web Services • 2024
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner: Amazon Web Services • 2024
Projects
V5RC Virginia Skills Site
Developed a leaderboard for VEX Robotics Competition skills rankings in Virginia. Built a React-based frontend to display ranked team scores dynamically, using API data collected via an AWS Lambda function. Implemented automation with AWS EventBridge to schedule data updates and deployed the website through AWS S3 and CloudFront for fast, cost-efficient static hosting.
Cloud Resume Challenge- AWS
Designed and deployed a cloud-based resume website using AWS services (S3, CloudFront, Route 53, DynamoDB, API Gateway, Lambda). Automated deployments with Terraform and CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
IBM Data Engineering Capstone
Built data engineering pipelines using relational and NoSQL databases, Python, SQL, and Linux scripting. Automated workflows and showcased proficiency in modern data engineering tools.
IBM Data Engineering Capstone
Built predictive models to determine SpaceX Falcon 9 landing success. Collected data via APIs and web scraping, performed analysis with Python and SQL, and created interactive dashboards in Plotly Dash and geospatial maps with Folium. Highlighted key factors like payload mass and launch site geography impacting success.
IBM Full Stack Development Capstone
Developed a web application using Django, React, MongoDB, and IBM Cloud. Integrated CI/CD pipelines and deployed the containerized application on Kubernetes.
Experience
K-12 Director of Robotics and US Head Robotics Coach
The Potomac School • August 2023 - Present, McLean, VA
- Mentor students in engineering design, programming, and documentation.
- Lead and support 20+ robotics teams with over 100 students.
- Coordinate tournaments, train staff, and manage robotics systems.
- Teach Introduction to Engineering and Computer Science classes.
Science Department Chair and Teacher
St. John’s College High School • August 2006 – July 2023, Washington, DC
- Developed and taught science and technology curricula across multiple disciplines.
- Mentored students in programming, robotics, and troubleshooting.
- Oversaw department operations, including budgeting and inventory management.
Information Support Specialist / ResNet Technician
The Catholic University of America • September 2004 - July 2006, Washington, DC
- Provided Tier 1 and Tier 2 IT support for hardware, software, and network issues.
- Created technical documentation to standardize support processes.
- Configured user accounts and permissions in Active Directory.
Education
- Master of Chemical and Life Sciences: University of Maryland, College Park
- Bachelor of Arts: Catholic University of America, Washington, DC