David Gagné
Lead Enterprise Architect
- Germany
Member Since: 2009/06/08
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Professional Background
Lead Enterprise Architect
Lockheed Martin
March 2014 – Present
Instrumental in developing technology strategies, and engaging multiple levels of staff in developing consensus on the adoption and implementation of the technical strategies affecting a multinational environment. I am requested to provide objective advice on important business and product strategy issues. On a daily basis, I provide reviews of IT solutions in the form of information papers, system architecture documents (SAD) and other documents as part of the enterprise development life-cycle. I serve as a senior technical consultant to CIO, Chief of Engineering and solutions delivery teams for IT architecture. In addition, I collaborate with the Chief Information Security Officer and other Information Assurance staff in establishing and continuously monitoring processes to ensure the security of information systems and data across the enterprise.
European Lead/Senior Network Engineer
Smartronix
May 2013 – February 2014
Project management and solution design role for both cross-departmental and project-based teams. Develop technical solutions for AFRICOM’s virtual computing environment that addressed identified business needs. Provided high-level analysis, input, and technical designs for computing solution automation and management technologies as well as guidance and mentoring for other Engineers. Selected as the European Lead responsible for employees in multiple countries. Recognized as a Networking, Security and VDI SME.
- Managed and implemented a project to evaluate and deploy a functional VDI environment for AFRICOM’s virtual desktop initiative (VDI), with plans to expand the offering to 3500+ users across multiple levels of classification and continents. Deployed, and maintained all Citrix Provisioning Services and Citrix XenDesktop virtualization environments in the company. Coordinated efforts between the infrastructure team, the desktop team, and business line representatives to install, configure, test, and publish applications through Microsoft APP-V.
- Managed and implemented a project to evaluate and deploy a functional VDI environment for AFRICOM’s virtual desktop initiative (VDI), with plans to expand the offering to 3500+ users across multiple levels of classification and continents. Deployed, and maintained all Citrix Provisioning Services and Citrix XenDesktop virtualization environments in the company. Coordinated efforts between the infrastructure team, the desktop team, and business line representatives to install, configure, test, and publish applications through Microsoft APP-V.
Solution Architect
Smartronix
May 2011 – May 2013
Supported over 133,000 health care providers, 59 hospitals and 364 health clinics by providing technical solutions and defining long term strategies meeting business needs that provided best value to clients, enabling growth and scalability while minimizing costs and business risks. Reviewed designs and solutions prior to submittal to customers. Designed and executed transformative Business Information, Technology Infrastructure, and IT Governance strategies for clients. Managed vendor relationships. Analyzed RFPs, RFQs, RFIs and RTOPs and assist with writing and reviewing responses. Designed presentations and graphics that were easily understood by both executives and technical staff. Captured new business through reputation for exceptional work and extensive professional network. Acted as a Cybersecurity and Networking SME.
- Instrumental in preparing MCiS San Antonio for its first Command Cyber Readiness Inspection (CCRI) which resulted in an excellent rating.
- Developed referential architecture for Department of Defense Military Health Systems enterprise including LAN, WAN, Storage and compute environments
- Architected and managed implementation of two datacenters to support Department of Defense Military Health systems including appropriate ATC, ATO and Cyber Command requirements
- Designed a telepresence solution to support deployed service members to gain access to mental health professionals meeting American Telemental Health Association, TRICARE and CENTCOMs stringent requirements
-Assisted in securing application to obtain ATO that was written in .NET and associated database (SQL) utilizing appropriate DoD STIGs and programming guidance
- Instrumental in preparing MCiS San Antonio for its first Command Cyber Readiness Inspection (CCRI) which resulted in an excellent rating.
- Developed referential architecture for Department of Defense Military Health Systems enterprise including LAN, WAN, Storage and compute environments
- Architected and managed implementation of two datacenters to support Department of Defense Military Health systems including appropriate ATC, ATO and Cyber Command requirements
- Designed a telepresence solution to support deployed service members to gain access to mental health professionals meeting American Telemental Health Association, TRICARE and CENTCOMs stringent requirements
-Assisted in securing application to obtain ATO that was written in .NET and associated database (SQL) utilizing appropriate DoD STIGs and programming guidance
Network Architect
CSC
May 2009 – May 2011
Established self as a driving force in technology leadership during high-growth phases and subsequent maturation of company initiatives. Developed technology roadmap that aligned customer needs and emerging market trends with business requirements and capabilities. Managed project teams across IT Infrastructure, Application Development, Data Integrations, Customer Support, and Legacy Systems. Enforced information assurance compliance, developed disaster recovery procedures, and managed vendor relationships. Mentored engineering team supporting 45+ sites daily. Acted as a Project Manager and Cybersecurity and Networking SME.
- Architected and managed implementation of two data centers reducing compute, storage and circuit costs across enterprise
- Revitalized stalled and over-budget enterprise network redesign project.
- Consolidated internet access from 45 locations to regional datacenters increasing security posture and reducing costs.
- Implemented various technologies and hardware including but not limited to GETVPN, BGP, VSS, various routers including Cisco ASR 100X series, various switches including Cisco Catalyst products (65XX, 49XX switches).
- Created implementation & test plans and network diagrams (logical and physical) for 45+ sites
- Created scripts in TCL, BASH, PERL and Python to automate monitoring and processes
- Architected and managed implementation of two data centers reducing compute, storage and circuit costs across enterprise
- Revitalized stalled and over-budget enterprise network redesign project.
- Consolidated internet access from 45 locations to regional datacenters increasing security posture and reducing costs.
- Implemented various technologies and hardware including but not limited to GETVPN, BGP, VSS, various routers including Cisco ASR 100X series, various switches including Cisco Catalyst products (65XX, 49XX switches).
- Created implementation & test plans and network diagrams (logical and physical) for 45+ sites
- Created scripts in TCL, BASH, PERL and Python to automate monitoring and processes
Network Leader/Site Leader
CSC
July 2008 – May 2009
Selected to relocate internationally to revitalize and provide SOA architecture, networking and cybersecurity guidance for Defense Information System Agency's (DISA) Net-Centric Enterprise Services (NCES) Service Oriented Architecture Foundation (SOAF) project on both NIPRNet and SIPRNet. This solution included Cisco 6500 Series switches with FWSM, F5 BIG-IP including Irules, Solaris Sun SPARC workstations and servers, Layer 7 XML Gateways, Oracle/BEA products including: AquaLogic Service Registry, AquaLogic Service Bus, WebLogic Server, WebLogic Portal, AquaLogic BPM, Amberpoint SOA Management Suite; Oracle 11g, WSDL and SOAP deployments. I was quickly recognized as a Networking and Cybersecurity subject matter expert (SME). In addition, I managed and mentored a combined staff of Network Administrators, Engineers, System Administrators and Information Assurance personnel. Troubleshot and provided custom coding for ASP.NET, JAVA (AJAX, JSP, Servlets), XML (SOAP and Irule) deployments
Network Engineer Professional
CSC
February 2004 – July 2008
Key player in the designing, engineering, installation and maintenance of enterprise LANs and WANs (NIPRNet and SIPRNet) supporting United States European Command (USEUCOM) and United States Africa Command (USAFRICOM). This network utilized multiple technologies and protocols e.g. Cisco routers and switches utilizing BGP, EIGRP, DMVPN, VPN, Port Security, and PPTP; and Symantec, Juniper and Fortinet Firewalls. During my time at EUCOM, I also managed the migration of over 4000 users to a new copper and fiber infrastructure in support of the Installation Information Infrastructure Modernization Program (I3MP). I engineered and implemented hard and soft Virtual Private Network (VPN) solutions at various sites throughout Europe and was recognized as the SME for both VPNs and Encryption technologies. I was directly responsible for the support of residential corporate network connectivity for senior executives and was responsible for the management, configuration, installation and maintenance of communications security equipment (KG-175 and others) and keying material (COMSEC) up to Top Secret level including NIPRNet, SIPRNet, JWICS, CENTRIX, Diamond and others. Selected to be part of a 24/7 team to directly support the European Command Plans and Operations Center (EPOC). I received multiple awards from various levels of staff for efforts at EUCOM.
Network Team Chief
Coalition Provisional Authority
October 2003 – February 2004
I managed a team of network engineers responsible for the engineering and deployment of encrypted (SIPRNet) and unencrypted (NIPRNet) voice, data and video services at various sites throughout Iraq in support of the Coalition Provisional Authority. I also engineered and implemented a CISCOWorks solution saving the customer $125,000 in overall product costs and a customer audited savings of over $200,000 per month in lost productivity due to untracked degradation. I was also responsible for troubleshooting and solving transmission path issues including IP (Cisco), IDNX (Promina), Microwave (LOS) and Satellite (OKET) supporting multiple sites throughout Iraq. I received a service citation signed by Ambassador Bremer for my efforts in Iraq.
Network Controller
Verizon Federal Network Systems
May 2001 – October 2003
Provided tier 1 and 2 analytical and engineering support of military C4I networks (NIPRNet and SIPRNet) at Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) which employed over 90 Cisco hub routers and a large number of premise routers. My support of the DISA environment included the monitoring and troubleshooting of the worldwide DISN backbone via HP OpenView, MRTG, and other network management tools such as Traceroute.org and Concord eHealth. Troubleshooting included coordinating with technical control facilities to troubleshoot network components such as cables, modems, satelite equipment, cryptographic devices, and routers traversing multiples paths including IDNX, ATM, TimePlex, commercial, and satellite, and utilizing many different protocols and technologies e.g. TCP/IP, IPX, PPP, BGP, EIGRP, route-maps, access-lists, and prefix-lists.
Information Systems Security Officer/Network Engineer
US Army
August 1997 – May 2001
Ensured all systems were operated and maintained in accordance with appropriate DOD, Army, USAREUR, and host nation rules and regulations. Verified all personnel including managers, system administrators and users had appropriate security clearances, authorizations, need-to-know and appropriate system specific and security training. Prepared, distributed, and maintained plans, instructions, guidance, and standing operating procedures (SOPs) concerning the security of system operations. Reviewed and evaluateed the security impact of system changes, including interfacing with other systems. Ensured that all interconnected systems complied with the security requirements levied within the infrastructure and that they did not have a negative security impact on any other systems with which they must interact and support. In addition, prepared and maintained certifiation and accreditation documentation (C&A) for existing network and initiated recertification/re-accredi
Systems Engineer
CPAK Corporation
August 1996 – August 1997
Designed and implemented a solution to track assembly line product quality for Knauf Fiber Glass
Programmed custom solutions with Powerbuilder, COBOL, C++ , JAVA and databases with ACCESS, Foxbuilder, DBASE and Sybase. Analyzed requests for new technical functionality and recommended solutions
Programmed custom solutions with Powerbuilder, COBOL, C++ , JAVA and databases with ACCESS, Foxbuilder, DBASE and Sybase. Analyzed requests for new technical functionality and recommended solutions
Technical Support Analyst
Spectrum Stores, Inc.
October 1995 – August 1996
Responsible for field service support for 50 stores throughout southeast region of the United States. Designed, installed, troubleshot, and maintained LAN/WAN environments. Responsible for the administration of Windows NT, 4.0 and SCO Unix servers. Installed POS (Point of Sale) devices and associated scanning equipment for convenience stores and restaurants.
Booking Officer
Chambers County Sheriff's Department
October 1994 – October 1995
Responsible for providing network design support, installation of hardware, troubleshooting, configuration and continued support of client server based application software in a combined AS/400 and Windows environment including custom programming in RPG III and CL. Engineered, installed and maintained video surveillance system (CCTV) and electronic lock mechanisms.
ADP Quick Reaction Team Member
US Navy
June 1990 – January 1994
Provided engineering and analytical support to Command and Control systems. Planned, engineered, implemented and supported communications systems and networks to include LAN hardware, software, applications and related peripherals. Attended Defense Language Institute for Russian and Navy and Marine Corps Intelligence Training Center (NMITC).
Education
Northwest Vista College
Associate of Science (A.S.)
Engineering
2012 – 2014
University of Maryland University College
Computer Science
1999 – 2001
Wetumpka High School
High School
Full Biography
Influential Technology Consultant with 20+ years of achievement in leveraging technology to drive organizational growth, performance, profitability, and expand intellectual property capital. Acts as a change agent, capable of orchestrating transformative business strategy through data-driven decisions. Champions innovation with a focus on developing flexible, scalable solutions for consumer and organizational problems. Diverse experience in high-growth and turnaround environments with extensive knowledge of the Defense and Healthcare industries. Respected leader in both highly-matrixed corporate environments and in the Department of Defense technology community. In addition, maintains a current TS/SSBI.
Specialties: Technology & Business Strategy, Business Intelligence, Technology Infrastructure, Business Development, Financial Management & Cost Control, Product Management, Market Analysis, IT Governance, Information Assurance, Process Improvement, Regulatory Compliance (HIPAA, SOX), Vendor Management, LAN, WAN, VPN, Encryption, Network Design, Enterprise Architecture
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual Proficiency
German
Professional Working Proficiency
Spanish
Elementary Proficiency
Russian
Elementary Proficiency
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