About Me
Cloud Architect with unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen, focused on helping enterprises maximize their cloud investments. Former MSP owner transitioning to enterprise cloud architecture roles with specialization in cost optimization and security automation.
Business Leadership: Built and successfully operated TimothyTek MSP serving 40+ clients. Led 50+ cloud migrations and digital transformations. This experience provides deep understanding of customer challenges, vendor relationships, and business value creation.
Technical Foundation: AWS Solutions Architect Associate (in progress), Security+ certified, completed 9 backend courses (Ruby, Python, SQL, databases, OOP) with strong software engineering foundation. Deep understanding of cloud architectures, cost optimization, and security frameworks.
Customer Success Focus: 95% client retention rate as MSP owner. Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts to business value. Expert at building trust, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving measurable outcomes.
Seeking: Cloud Architect roles at enterprise organizations, high-growth SaaS companies, or cloud-native organizations. Particularly interested in positions in the Dallas-Fort Worth area or remote opportunities where business acumen and technical depth drive measurable cloud optimization results.
Core Competencies
Customer Success Skills
Business Leadership
- P&L Management - Built profitable MSP from zero
- Strategic Planning - Business transformation expertise
- Vendor Management - Strategic partnership development
- Team Leadership - Hired and developed technical teams
- Financial Analysis - ROI modeling and TCO calculations
Technical Expertise
- Cloud Architecture - AWS, Azure, hybrid environments
- Security Frameworks - Compliance and risk mitigation
- Cost Optimization - Saved clients 30%+ on cloud spend
- Migration Planning - 50+ successful transformations
- Infrastructure Design - Enterprise-grade solutions
Relationship Management
- Executive Communication - C-suite engagement
- Stakeholder Management - Multi-level coordination
- Conflict Resolution - De-escalation expertise
- Trust Building - Long-term relationship focus
- Customer Advocacy - Voice of customer champion
Certifications & Education
- AWS Solutions Architect Associate - In progress (February 2025)
- CompTIA Security+ - Renewing (March 2025)
- Backend Programming Courses - 9 courses (Ruby, Python, SQL, databases, OOP) software engineering foundation (2024)
- Google Project Management - Modern PM practices (2023)
- Master of Divinity - Advanced communication and leadership (2013)
Value Proposition
Business Understanding
Former business owner who understands P&L impact, ROI requirements, and strategic planning. Translate technical solutions to business outcomes.
Technical Credibility
Hands-on experience with cloud migrations, security implementations, and infrastructure design. Currently pursuing AWS certifications.
Customer Success
Track record of 95% retention through exceptional service delivery. Expert at building trust and managing complex relationships.
Industry Knowledge
Deep understanding of MSP operations, enterprise IT challenges, and cloud transformation journeys from both vendor and customer perspectives.
Professional Experience Highlights
MSP Founder & CEO
Built successful technology services company serving 40+ clients. Led digital transformations, implemented security frameworks, and achieved 95% retention.
Cloud Transformations
Led 50+ cloud migrations saving clients average of 30% on IT costs. Designed disaster recovery solutions with 99.9% uptime.
Enterprise Leadership
Managed 13-person team for 5,000+ system deployment at Vanderbilt Hospital. Delivered on time and budget with zero security incidents.
Strategic Consulting
Provide cloud strategy consulting to regional businesses. Focus on cost optimization, security improvements, and digital transformation.
Industry Expertise
Deep understanding across multiple verticals:
Healthcare
HIPAA compliance, EMR integrations, clinical workflow optimization. Supported medical practices and hospitals.
Financial Services
Security frameworks, compliance requirements, high-availability systems. Worked with banks and investment firms.
Manufacturing
ERP integrations, shop floor systems, supply chain optimization. Modernized legacy infrastructure.
Professional Services
Practice management, document systems, remote work enablement. Transformed traditional offices.
Connect With Me
Thought Leadership
Publishing content on cloud business value
Speaking at industry events
Contact
Open to Cloud Architect opportunities in DFW area
Remote positions also considered
Helping enterprises maximize cloud investments through technical expertise and business acumen.