Hi, I'm Daniel W. Garcia, an innovative Software Development Engineer and U.S. Army veteran with over 20 years of experience in secure systems and distributed computing. I specialize in designing scalable, fault-tolerant solutions both in the cloud and on-premises environments. I've developed popular .NET MAUI apps with more than 10,000 active users and delivered internal platforms for multi-agency use at the NSA. Currently, I am completing the Microsoft Software & Systems Academy with a focus on Cloud Application Development. I am passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex business challenges and driving innovation at scale, always eager to learn and grow as a software engineer and secure systems integrator.

Daniel W. Garcia

Hi, I'm Daniel W. Garcia, an innovative Software Development Engineer and U.S. Army veteran with over 20 years of experience in secure systems and distributed computing. I specialize in designing scalable, fault-tolerant solutions both in the cloud and on-premises environments. I've developed popular .NET MAUI apps with more than 10,000 active users and delivered internal platforms for multi-agency use at the NSA. Currently, I am completing the Microsoft Software & Systems Academy with a focus on Cloud Application Development. I am passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex business challenges and driving innovation at scale, always eager to learn and grow as a software engineer and secure systems integrator.

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Hi, I’m Daniel W. Garcia, an innovative Software Development Engineer and U.S. Army veteran with over 20 years of experience in secure systems and distributed computing. I specialize in designing scalable, fault-tolerant solutions both in the cloud and on-premises environments. I’ve developed popular .NET MAUI apps with more than 10,000 active users and delivered internal platforms for multi-agency use at the NSA.

Currently, I am completing the Microsoft Software & Systems Academy with a focus on Cloud Application Development. I am passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex business challenges and driving innovation at scale, always eager to learn and grow as a software engineer and secure systems integrator.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Javanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Technical Project Manager at National Security Agency
November 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Architected and led the deployment of distributed SharePoint and web applications for over 1,100 users, achieving 99.9% uptime with strict DoD security compliance. Developed custom applications and automated workflows that reduced SIGINT data processing time by 45%, accelerating intelligence analysis cycles. Engineered secure distributed systems for multi-agency data sharing with granular access controls for classified information. Served as lead technical expert troubleshooting mission-critical tools and secure communication systems. Championed Agile methodologies by training cross-functional teams and improving development timelines.
Senior Intelligence & Security Manager at U.S. Army
November 30, 2021 - August 1, 2025
Directed secure systems and intelligence operations for an 80-person team, ensuring timely delivery of critical analysis for multi-agency partners. Administered personnel security for over 1,500 staff, maintaining 100% compliance in all audits. Orchestrated large-scale operational planning for 50,000+ personnel, establishing secure data handling protocols to ensure operational continuity during deployments. Developed technical training programs that improved readiness and reduced onboarding time. Authored strategic intelligence assessments for senior military and federal leadership, influencing operational planning.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Fort Lewis College
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2004
Associate of Arts at Cochise College
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000

Qualifications

CCNA
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Security+
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Network+
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
ITIL Foundation
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Industry Experience

Government, Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Professional Services, Gaming