Edward J. Stoker
Fairfax,VA
Summary
Assisted teams in developing data integration solutions to improve workflow efficiency. Supported implementation of big data architectures for better data management. Helped maintain data systems to enhance operational performance. Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize network and system designs for improved performance. Assisted teams in utilizing enterprise data technologies to streamline workflows. Supported data management initiatives to boost operational efficiency. Contributed to the implementation of data solutions that increased information accessibility. Utilized data mining technologies to extract actionable insights from large datasets. Applied natural language processing technologies to improve data analysis efficiency. Assisted teams in collecting, cleaning, and organizing data for various projects. Supported development of predictive models and data-driven solutions to enhance business outcomes. Employed Python and SQL to create effective data visualizations that convey insights.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professor
CAPITOL TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY
Laurel, MD
04.2005 - Current
- Taught 100+ graduate and undergraduate students courses in Electrical Engineering courses that include Design for Reliability and Design for Testability, Design for Reliability, Computer Architectures, Communications, Basic and Advanced Electro-Magnetics and other courses. Wrote and developed mobile e-book applications and textbooks on Reliability and Testability. Both courses employed statistical methods and models.
- Collaborated with junior faculty to refine instructional techniques and improve overall academic success.
- Developed and delivered engaging course materials across diverse subjects.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
Data Scientist
GDIT
Northern Virginia
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Working with a team of four data scientists/engineers focused on rapid large-scale data evaluation, and integration with customer-approved Large Language Models (LLM), translation services and other AI tools. Data evaluation and analysis efforts focus on fit-for-purpose of large datasets. Extracted call data record geospatial data and mapped onto country displays. Used to determine call traffic densities, and other potential network analysis.
- Developed predictive models using Python and R to enhance data-driven decision-making.
- Conducted complex data analyses to uncover trends, patterns, and anomalies in large datasets.
Data Scientist
Gray Wolf Solutions
Reston, VA
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented a data analysis management engine to support data management functions for numerous data stores across various computing and storage systems, enclaves, and data lakes utilizing diverse technology stacks. Assisted in prototyping data management lifecycle functions within the data operations and strategy team of a major customer program. Created a prototype enterprise access control system leveraging machine learning algorithms to identify anomalies and security violations across multiple database systems and applications. Integrated methods with Oracle and PostgreSQL DBMS as Python objects operating in a cloud environment. Constructed a high-availability application to facilitate access to primary Oracle databases in a cloud setting. Provided data quality metrics and analysis for various applications. Supported the architecture and implementation of a database migration plan and tool across secure VPN.
- Engineered predictive models utilizing Python and R to optimize data-driven decision-making processes.
- Facilitated collaboration among cross-functional teams to identify business needs and generate actionable insights.
- Executed comprehensive data analyses to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies within extensive datasets.
Data Scientist
AVID TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONALS
Ellicott City, MD
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Implemented entity (people, countries, and NGOs) extraction methods from unstructured data stores using python. These methods integrated with Oracle DBMS as python objects and run on an AWS – RDS.
- Developed predictive models to enhance decision-making processes across various projects.
- Analyzed complex datasets to derive actionable insights, improving operational efficiency.
- Mentored junior data scientists on advanced analytical techniques and best practices.
Consultant
BLUEMONT TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH INC
Bluemont, VA
09.2014 - 09.2020
- Designed and built an automated network topology analyzer that works over WAN and SCADA protocols. Architected a proprietary 3-D multiple network protocol visualization tool (Photon). Built and integrated Quantum computer modeling research systems for IARPA. Support proposals on advanced research proposals including the use of social network mining techniques on bibliometric sources to determine emerging technology trends and influential researchers. Built a proprietary sentiment analysis and ‘deep’ theme classifier using open-source tools that works on unstructured text for a market research firm. Built a mobile network display tool that sampled transmitted geospatial data to a mobile server which displayed on Google. Mapped node movements.
- Enhanced communication among team members to foster collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Delivered high-quality presentations to stakeholders, effectively communicating project objectives and results.
- Analyzed data sets to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements within client organizations.
Dean, School of Business & Technology/Professor
IGLOBAL UNIVERSITY
Annandale, VA
09.2010 - 09.2018
- Focused on all aspects of the growth and development of the University. Oversee the development of academic programs and certifications at the University. I developed Master of Science programs in Information Technology (M.S. I.T.), Computer Engineering (M.S. C.E.) and Computer Science (M.S. C.S.) Provide career counseling to students and staff. Interface with government and regulatory agencies. Work with the President and others on admissions, retention, financial and student placement. Current student enrollment has climbed over 50% since becoming Dean. Taught Business Statistics, Computer Systems and other technical courses. Wrote a book on Business Statistics to support teaching outcomes.
Associate
BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON, INC.
McLean, VA
11.2012 - 05.2013
- Took courses at Indiana University in their Data Analytics certificate program. Attended Booz Allen Hamilton Big Data boot camp. – Program focused on programming and analyzing the following open-source technologies, Oracle VM VirtualBox, VMware Player, Hadoop/HBase, Java coding of Map/Reduce programs, Accumulo. Preparing Data Science course materials. Techniques include: Statistical Analysis, Clustering, Semantic Analysis (tagging, ontologies), Bounding and Simulation Methods, and Machine Learning. Tools include: R/Rattle, Stanford CoreNLP, OpenNLP, NLTK, WEKA, and SCIKit. Technologies covered include: Flat tables, Hierarchical DB (HPCC), RDBMS (Oracle, MySQL), NoSQL systems – wide column stores (Hadoop/HBase, Accumulo), document stores (MongoDB), Key value stores (Voldemort, OpenLDAP) and others.
VP
BLUEMONT TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH INC
Bluemont, VA
02.2010 - 11.2012
- Achieved enhanced data storage capabilities by evaluating advanced hardware solutions, supporting USHMM's study and business proposals. Optimized network and bus architectures, improving system performance and efficiency. Integrated leading software systems and commercial cloud solutions, streamlining operations and supporting strategic goals. Delivered a scalable and fault-tolerant data architecture and migration plan for USHMM, ensuring long-term availability and adaptability. Enabled informed decision-making through a design/cost trade-off model, allowing USHMM management to align funding with evolving requirements and strategic priorities.
- Oversaw the development of innovative research solutions by cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with diverse client objectives.
- Engaged with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders, to promote cooperative efforts and achieve enduring success.
- Facilitated collaboration with senior management to identify and develop strategic initiatives that support organizational growth.
Director
BBN TECHNOLOGIES INC
Arlington, VA
02.2009 - 02.2010
- Evaluated emerging network technologies and their possible impacts on Intelligence community operation. These reports focused on international network development noting national and regional technical and funding differences and allowed the Agency to prioritize near-term and long-term threats and exploits. Focused on IPv6 applications (sensor networks, open router platforms, dynamic ad-hoc networks) and national and regional educational network infrastructures. Particular areas of potential concern for the Intelligence included the rapid expansion of sensor networks and their use as means of data exfiltration and infiltration when combined with ad-hoc networking strategies.
- Analyzed market trends to inform strategic planning and competitive positioning for new product launches.
- Developed strategic initiatives aligning technology advancements with organizational goals.
VP
BLUEMONT TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH INC
Bluemont, VA
10.2007 - 02.2009
- Achieved enhanced operational efficiency at Applied Extreme Engineering Lab (AXEL) for federal government agency by focusing on new computer hardware and software technologies for big data sources. Delivered prioritized evaluations of emerging technologies that provided immediate cost/benefit insights for agency decision-making. Cultivated partnerships with intelligence community to leverage insights on applicable technologies. Improved standard throughput through successful development of UNIX computer cluster. Created innovative geospatial query mechanism using ArcGIS data to effectively map addresses to latitude/longitude coordinates for precise filtering of people and address information.
- Facilitated professional development initiatives to motivate and uplift team members through effective leadership.
- Encouraged a mindset of continuous improvement to facilitate innovation and sustain growth across all organizational levels.
Senior Engineering Scientist
MANTECH INC
Chantilly, VA
06.2003 - 10.2007
- Led a team that integrated very large heterogeneous datasets into a common analytic data model for an agency in the Intelligence Community. This produced the first two successful models of the Analytic Data Model. Developed advanced data mining technologies for this agency using ECL, Roxie and other LexisNexis (now HPCC) products, documented the design, implemented coding standards and trained personnel in the ADM and helped with its transition to later versions. Evaluated several new commercial technologies for use in the Intelligence Community while acting as technical liaison for the program. Co-presented a paper on the obstacles to information sharing within the Intelligence Community along with implementable solutions. This presentation proposed a strategy to increase information sharing without affecting legitimate security concerns.
- Major Accomplishments: Received Director Commendation for Agency efforts in 2005.
- Developed and implemented innovative experimental designs to enhance data accuracy and reliability.
- Analyzed complex datasets using advanced statistical software to derive actionable insights for research initiatives.
Education
PhD - Electrical Engineering
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA01-2004
MBA - Musicology
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA01-1981
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA01-1980
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Finance
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA01-1975
Skills
Leveraged Python data science libraries, including Pandas, Scikit-learn, NLTK, and Keras, to drive analytical projects
Leveraged extensive experience in data and metadata modeling to optimize processing workflows in AWS
Engineered purpose-built data stores to enhance traffic analysis capabilities
Certification
- NIEM Implementation Certificate (2009)
- Enterprise Data Management Expert (EDME) (2016)
- AWS Cloud Practitioner (2020)
Timeline
Data Scientist
GDIT
08.2024 - 05.2025
Data Scientist
Gray Wolf Solutions
08.2021 - 06.2024
Data Scientist
AVID TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONALS
10.2020 - 08.2021
Consultant
BLUEMONT TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH INC
09.2014 - 09.2020
Associate
BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON, INC.
11.2012 - 05.2013
Dean, School of Business & Technology/Professor
IGLOBAL UNIVERSITY
09.2010 - 09.2018
VP
BLUEMONT TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH INC
02.2010 - 11.2012
Director
BBN TECHNOLOGIES INC
02.2009 - 02.2010
VP
BLUEMONT TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH INC
10.2007 - 02.2009
Professor
CAPITOL TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY
04.2005 - Current
Senior Engineering Scientist
MANTECH INC
06.2003 - 10.2007
PhD - Electrical Engineering
University of Virginia
MBA - Musicology
University of Pittsburgh
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Finance
University of Pittsburgh