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Christopher Jordan

Sun City,United States

Summary

Specialized ServiceNow professional focused on helping product and service teams overcome business challenges and achieve desired outcomes using the ServiceNow platform. With expertise in project management, ServiceNow development, service design, process automation, SCRUM methodology, and leadership, I develop and empower teams to deliver high-quality solutions that bring tangible value to the business.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

Sonoran Sky Consulting & Media LLC
Sun City, AZ
01.2024 - Current
  • Act as the technical project manager and lead developer for several clients utilizing the ServiceNow platform to optimize and streamline business processes.
  • Design and implement solutions that leverage ServiceNow's out-of-the-box features to automate workflows, eliminate repetitive tasks, and enhance overall business operations.
  • Empowering organizations to fully harness the power of ServiceNow, customizing solutions to meet their specific needs, and ensuring seamless integration for sustainable success.

IT Specialist

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Sun City, AZ
08.2021 - Current
  • Spearheaded the implementation and enhancement of the ePermits platform using ServiceNow's CSM and SPM modules, driving adoption, automation, and system maturity across multiple user groups.
  • Led an Agile development team as Scrum Master and Technical PM, managing the full lifecycle of demand management, feature development, sprint planning, and release cycles using Agile 2.0.
  • Partnered directly with business stakeholders to scope, document, and execute technical development requests aligned to strategic goals.
  • Recommended, designed, and implemented automation solutions in ServiceNow to streamline permit processing and improve service delivery timelines.
  • Managed the SPM suite within ServiceNow, aligning work items to strategic goals and improving project visibility and traceability.
  • Recommend, design, and implement automation solutions to streamline service delivery and enhance application and permit processing.

Delivered hands-on implementation and configuration of custom ServiceNow solutions, including:

  • Designed a multi-form application submission solution leveraging ServiceNow’s CSM module and Service Portal to enable a flexible, multi-stage application process, improving user experience and internal review workflows.
  • A species selection module to streamline application submissions and species authorizations required for permit processing.
  • The “Clones 2.0” refactor of CSM-based CITES certificate generation, significantly improving processing time and delivery.
  • A public-facing support case intake application using CSM, reducing permit support resolution time by 70% within the first year.

Faculty Associate

Arizona State University, Tempe Campus
Tempe, AZ
08.2020 - 05.2023

IFT 310: Information Systems Project Development, IFT 103: Operating System Architecture

  • Delivered curriculum-aligned instruction in operating systems and systems development lifecycle methodologies.
  • Created and facilitated lectures, labs, and project-based assignments to support practical learning outcomes.
  • Evaluated student performance and provided academic guidance throughout each term.

Manager Information Technology

Arizona State University University Technology Office
Tempe, AZ
07.2018 - 08.2021
  • Led the strategic enhancement and adoption of the ServiceNow platform, driving maturity across multiple departments through continuous delivery of high-impact solutions.
  • Managed end-to-end project lifecycles and development pipelines, overseeing over 1,000 ServiceNow enhancement requests between May 2020 and May 2021 using Agile, Scrum, and Lean methodologies.
  • Partnered directly with internal stakeholders and process owners to gather requirements, document user stories, and deliver scalable solutions aligned to enterprise strategy.
  • Architected and developed complex ServiceNow applications aligned with licensing best practices and enterprise architecture standards.
  • Mentored and supported ServiceNow developers, promoting best practices in architecture, scripting, and modular development.
  • Acted as a hands-on implementer while also fulfilling project management responsibilities, bridging technical execution with business needs.

Designed and implemented enterprise-grade applications, including:

  • The NextGen Network Project Management application to streamline planning and execution of university-wide network projects.
  • The Workday Role Request application, integrating ServiceNow with Workday via MuleSoft, including custom UI, business logic, and data architecture.
  • Implemented the ServiceNow Security Incident Response (SIR) module, to support real-time detection, classification, escalation and resolution of security incidents in coordination with the university’s cybersecurity team.
  • Designed and implemented a Slack integration to support notifications and interactions for task assignment, incident escalation, and CAB approval workflows, enhancing real-time collaboration and streamlining operational processes within the ServiceNow platform.

System Architect

Arizona State University University Technology Office
Tempe, AZ
11.2016 - 07.2018
  • Collaborated with ITSM leadership to design and implement scalable ServiceNow solutions aligned with UTO and ASU’s long-term business and technology strategy.
  • Performed full-stack ServiceNow development including configuration, scripting, customization, and module deployment, following industry best practices and emerging platform standards.
  • Defined functional and technical requirements for both new and existing applications, ensuring enterprise-wide usability and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Implemented workflow orchestration to automate complex processes such as software installation, access provisioning, and role approvals, reducing manual effort and turnaround time.

Designed and deployed enterprise-grade applications, including:

  • Designed and launched the ServiceNow Self-Service Portal, collaborating across teams to deliver an intuitive and responsive user experience.
  • Built and maintained the Release Management application to improve deployment coordination, visibility, and communication across development teams.
  • Developed an Approval Reminders application that reduced average approval response times from 6 days to 27 hours within the first year of deployment.
  • Developed and maintained numerous integrations using MID servers, including automated data imports and integrations with third-party systems such as SCCM and Jamf for asset management.

Adjunct Faculty

Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ
08.2014 - 12.2016

CIS133DA: Web Development I (HTML & CSS), CIS166AA: Intro to Java Programming

  • Designed and delivered course content, lectures, and assignments in alignment with department standards.
  • Managed grading for assignments, quizzes, and exams; provided feedback and performance assessments.
  • Advised students on course success strategies and career applications of course material.

Manager Information Technology

Arizona State University University Technology Office
Glendale, United States
07.2016 - 11.2016
  • Initiated and managed cross-functional IT projects focused on service efficiency, reliability, and strategic value delivery.
  • Collaborated with diverse customer groups to scope, develop, and implement tailored hardware and software solutions to meet evolving business needs.
  • Oversaw staff recruitment, training, and performance management to maintain a high-performing technical support team.
  • Defined and reported key performance indicators (KPIs) to leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making and transparency.
  • Created real-time dashboards and reports to monitor IT service health and performance.
  • Achieved a 30% improvement in incident and task resolution times by implementing continual service improvement (CSI) practices and driving process optimizations.

System Support Analyst Sr

Arizona State University University Technology Office
Glendale, United States
07.2012 - 07.2016
  • Directed cross-functional technology projects from initiation through delivery, applying Agile project management practices to improve service efficiency, stakeholder alignment, and time-to-value.
  • Managed daily IT operations and service delivery across multiple service agreements; triaged and assigned ServiceNow requests.
  • Built and maintained ServiceNow dashboards and reports to monitor KPIs and drive continuous service improvement.
  • Led configuration and software deployments using Microsoft System Center and JAMF, contributing to endpoint security and device management standards.

Media Specialist / Instructional Technology Specialist

Arizona State University Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College
Glendale, United States
02.2010 - 07.2012
  • Managed statewide video conferencing infrastructure (Polycom, Tandberg) to support grant-funded initiatives, ensuring system reliability and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Led cross-functional projects to improve conferencing performance, including creation of an issue tracking and resolution log that increased system uptime and reliability.
  • Designed and developed interactive web features and training tools using HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, and Google technologies to support streaming, documentation, and classroom support.
  • Defined requirements and managed enhancements for web content and community platforms to improve engagement and resource access.
  • Delivered reports to leadership on system uptime, issue resolution metrics, and hardware lifecycle status to inform strategic planning and equipment investments.

Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Petty Officer (AW)

United States Navy
Washington, United States
11.1999 - 10.2004
  • Deployed to the Western Pacific, Arabian Sea, and Persian Gulf in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom (Mar–Nov 2003).
  • Co-developed the USS Nimitz battlegroup’s first video-based fire safety training, earning a Navy Achievement Medal.
  • Published in All Hands, Surface Warfare, and other media outlets; recognized for storytelling and visual communication.
  • Awards:
    1st Place, Military Videographer of the Year – Feature Story
    2nd Place, Captain Raymond A. Komorowski SWA Photography Award

Education

Master of Science - Management Information Systems (MS)

University of Arizona Eller College of Management
Tucson, AZ, United States
08.2017

Bachelor of Science - Applied Computing

Arizona State University
Glendale, AZ, United States
12.2009

Skills

  • Agile Project Management
  • SCRUM Methodology
  • ServiceNow Implementation
  • ServiceNow Development
  • ServiceNow Administration
  • ServiceNow Project Team Lead

ServiceNow Module Experience

  • Customer Service Management
  • IT Service Management
  • Security Incident Response
  • Strategic Portfolio Management
  • Agile 20
  • Custom Scoped Application Development

Certification

  • ServiceNow Certified Application Developer
  • ServiceNow System Administrator Certification
  • IT & Hardware Asset Management (ITAM & HAM) Implementer
  • Scrum Product Owner (SPOC)
  • Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I)
  • NSTISSI-4011 Information Security (INFOSEC) Professional
  • CNSS-4012 Senior System Administrator
  • Business Intelligence (BI) and Analytics Graduate Certificate
  • Enterprise Security Graduate Certificate

References

Carl Chitwood, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Branch Chief, Application Development and Web Services

(480)382-2825

carl_chitwood@fws.gov

Nathan Corwin, Arizona State University, Executive Director 

(480)449-9136

nathan.corwin@asu.edu

Bragg Mcrimmon, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, IT Specialist

(678) 416-6654

bragg_mcrimmon@fws.gov

Timeline

Owner

Sonoran Sky Consulting & Media LLC
01.2024 - Current

IT Specialist

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
08.2021 - Current

Faculty Associate

Arizona State University, Tempe Campus
08.2020 - 05.2023

Manager Information Technology

Arizona State University University Technology Office
07.2018 - 08.2021

System Architect

Arizona State University University Technology Office
11.2016 - 07.2018

Manager Information Technology

Arizona State University University Technology Office
07.2016 - 11.2016

Adjunct Faculty

Glendale Community College
08.2014 - 12.2016

System Support Analyst Sr

Arizona State University University Technology Office
07.2012 - 07.2016

Media Specialist / Instructional Technology Specialist

Arizona State University Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College
02.2010 - 07.2012

Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Petty Officer (AW)

United States Navy
11.1999 - 10.2004

Master of Science - Management Information Systems (MS)

University of Arizona Eller College of Management

Bachelor of Science - Applied Computing

Arizona State University
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