Robert Goodwin
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Seasoned IT professional with extensive experience in cloud solutions architecture at Amazon Web Services. Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams to deliver secure hybrid cloud solutions that significantly increase revenue. Skilled in budget management, strategic planning, and enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative service delivery.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Global Lead, Specialist Solutions Architect WWPS Secure Hybrid Cloud
AMAZON WEB SERVICES AMAZON INC
Seattle, WA
04.2022 - Current
- Led the strategic development of global solution architectures to enhance service delivery
- Oversaw implementation of extensive AWS Outposts deployments in various global regions including North and South Americas, Europe
- Drove team success and positive customer outcomes as lead of Solution Architect groups
- Directed multidisciplinary teams for AWS Services-related projects
- Developed reference architectures leveraging various AWS Services for hybrid edge computing
- Designed Hybrid Cloud lab for AWS GovCloud with AWS Outposts, Snow and Starlink
- Created and disseminated informative whitepapers and AWS blog content addressing hybrid cloud security
- Presented technical insights and solutions at high-profile AWS events, establishing thought leadership
Lead Solutions Architect WWPS DoD US Navy Team
AMAZON WEB SERVICES AMAZON INC
01.2018 - 03.2022
- Handled Enterprise Solutions for Department of the Navy
- Led AWS Solutions Architects team
- Enhanced annual revenue for the DoD sector from $100M to $367M over a span of three years
- Work closely with top brass at Navy Systems Commands
- Secured a $45M, 4-year contract for Secret cloud services
- Developed essential systems for US Navy, implementing continuous integration and infrastructure as code techniques
- Managed diverse technical expertise for numerous Department of Defense RFP projects
- Managed implementation of innovative Data Mesh and secure Zero Trust frameworks for Navy programs
- Ensured successful integration of new Solutions Architects into their roles
- Presented technical insights at prominent AWS Summits held in Atlanta and DC
- Named AWS World Wide Public Sector SA of the Year 2020
Sr. Professional Services Consultant
TERADATA INC.
Miamisburg, Remote
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Ensure quality in technical delivery of network service offerings for Professional Services
- Created network services solutions to enhance Professional Services portfolio
- Designed comprehensive educational materials about networking infrastructures targeting Solutions Architects
Technical Account Manager/Implementation Architect
SUNGARD AVAILABILITY SERVICES INC
Thornton, CO
01.2009 - 01.2017
- Supervised the execution of technical services for enterprise clients
- Ensured continuous service delivery for $32M worth of technical accounts
- Led $8M project for infrastructure/private cloud build with VCE vBlocks and 10Gb network
- Increased monthly recurring revenue of account from $79K to $1.1M within a five-year timeframe
Technical Operations Manager
CABLELABS INC
Louisville, CO
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Led e-commerce and CIS operations at CableLabs
- Achieved above-target system reliability
- Maintained steady deployment standards for hardware, software, and proprietary code
- Created and implemented disaster recovery strategies
- Served as team representative at member conferences and technical meetings
- Managed department capital and expense budgets
- Re-engineered and established Cable industry's e-commerce platform to achieve 500% growth
- Managed and optimized systems infrastructure for member companies, facilitating 500 million+ transactions each year
Information Technology Director, Chief Security Officer
ENVIANCE INC
Carlsbad, CA
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Inaugurated and structured the startup's IT division
- Managed the recruitment of IT personnel
- Provided comprehensive support to stakeholders
- Conducted research, provided recommendations, and negotiated contracts for internal systems and data center
- Managed complete SaaS setup for a company offering compliance solutions to Fortune 500 enterprises
WAN Administrator Contractor Network Security Officer
NAVY PUBLIC WORKS CENTER
San Diego, CA
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Managed day-to-day office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to policies
- Supervised a team of 50 support members to manage IT functions at the US Navy Public Works Center
Education
MBA Program -
California Coast University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
California Coast University
Computer Science and Engineering
The University of Connecticut
Skills
- Budget Management Expertise
- Strategic Influence
- Creative Problem Solving
- Team Leadership
- Cloud Security
- Cloud Transition Management
- Project Management
- Industry Awareness
- Customer-Oriented Perspective
Certification
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional - Amazon Web Services
- AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty - Amazon Web Services
- AWS Certified Security - Specialty - Amazon Web Services
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate - Amazon Web Services
- AWS Certified DEVOPS Engineer - Professional - Amazon Web Services
- Certified ITIL Service Management Foundations - EXIN
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - Cisco Systems
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE, MCP) - Microsoft Inc.
Timeline
Global Lead, Specialist Solutions Architect WWPS Secure Hybrid Cloud
AMAZON WEB SERVICES AMAZON INC
04.2022 - Current
Lead Solutions Architect WWPS DoD US Navy Team
AMAZON WEB SERVICES AMAZON INC
01.2018 - 03.2022
Sr. Professional Services Consultant
TERADATA INC.
01.2017 - 01.2018
Technical Account Manager/Implementation Architect
SUNGARD AVAILABILITY SERVICES INC
01.2009 - 01.2017
Technical Operations Manager
CABLELABS INC
01.2004 - 01.2008
Information Technology Director, Chief Security Officer
ENVIANCE INC
01.2000 - 01.2004
WAN Administrator Contractor Network Security Officer
NAVY PUBLIC WORKS CENTER
01.1998 - 01.2001
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional - Amazon Web Services
- AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty - Amazon Web Services
- AWS Certified Security - Specialty - Amazon Web Services
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate - Amazon Web Services
- AWS Certified DEVOPS Engineer - Professional - Amazon Web Services
- Certified ITIL Service Management Foundations - EXIN
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - Cisco Systems
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE, MCP) - Microsoft Inc.
MBA Program -
California Coast University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
California Coast University
Computer Science and Engineering
The University of Connecticut
Work Availability
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Community Service
- Board Member, Revival House Fellowship Church, 2021-2023
- Youth Baseball/Basketball Coach
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