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I am Edward Thomas, a results-oriented software engineer with a Secret clearance and 20+ years of experience across full life-cycle software development, database design, and multi-platform web and enterprise applications. I excel at translating business needs into robust technical solutions, leading cross-functional teams, and implementing secure, scalable systems using C#, .NET, SQL Server, AWS, and modern front-end frameworks.
I enjoy collaborating with management, analysts, and end-users to drive innovation, optimize performance, and enhance information security. I am committed to high-quality code, continuous learning in AI/ML, and mentoring teammates to deliver impactful software that supports mission-critical operations.
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Project Manager / Research Analyst / Software Engineer at Abovo Technical Services
February 1, 2024 - PresentManaged DevOps team updating and maintaining SQL Server databases with best practices, increasing space efficiency by 50%. Created and implemented SQL Server test environment to protect production systems, performed code reviews, and oversaw Azure DevOps pipelines. Developed PowerApps with SharePoint lists and created SQL Server instances with Ola Hallengren backup scripts. Built a .NET 8 API integrating SQL Server ecosystem, maintained Angular applications, and conducted research analyzing terrorist activity patterns. Developed AI applications using C#, .NET Core, leveraging asynchronous APIs for data mining and created inventory tracking systems using Blazor and Bootstrap.
Software Engineer at Dynamics, Inc.
January 31, 2024 - September 3, 2025Designed and developed ecommerce applications using C#, .NET 6, SQL, AWS, Docker, MySQL, and JSON, including integration with Avalara API for tax automation and CI/CD setup in AWS. Led market basket analysis using Python, machine learning, NLP, TensorFlow for customer insights. Maintained ecommerce platforms with React, CSS5, and Bootstrap incorporating mobile UI/UX. Conducted benchmarking studies comparing MySQL, PostgreSQL, TimescaleDB performance and authored related reports. Developed financial applications from Excel proof-of-concept to production systems with .NET MVC and unit testing.
Owner / Project Manager / Software Architect at Abovo Technical Services
April 30, 2019 - September 3, 2025Managed medium sized teams throughout full software development lifecycle including idea generation, planning, development, and deployment. Led hiring, mentoring, task assignments, ensuring project goals and timelines were met. Designed and implemented web applications using LAMP and Windows stacks with PHP, MySQL, ASP.NET MVC, jQuery, AngularJS. Developed CMS sites with Drupal, Joomla, WordPress and quantitative trading programs using Python and SQL.
Director of Information Systems, Interim; Senior Consultant at PATF
June 30, 2015 - September 3, 2025Managed software development and networking teams, updated processes and procedures, and implemented client services software improving productivity. Administered IT infrastructure including Active Directory, MS Exchange, SonicWall, Symantec backups. Enhanced data systems with VB and SQL and managed hardware procurement with HIPAA compliance.
Senior Consultant; Lead Software Engineer at Booz Allen Hamilton
February 28, 2014 - September 3, 2025Analyzed and documented business processes; designed and developed OCR-based contract data entry system for Army IT Agency, saving time and costs. Upgraded VB/Access-based Pricing Tool applications. Developed USMC inventory systems with MS Access and VBA, prototyped C# web version. Contributed to NAVAIR web applications enhancing security against cyber attacks using Cold Fusion, C#, JavaScript, and Oracle databases.
Project Manager / Research Analyst / Software Engineer at Abovo Technical Services
February 1, 2024 - PresentImplemented Cyber-Security measures to protect existing systems and applications, updated and maintained SQL Server databases on VMs, and created a secure test environment. Led DevOps activities, performed code reviews, and built a .NET 8 API and tokenized security for API interfacing. Established cryptographic safeguards (SSL, VPN, full-disk encryption) and MFA, and contributed to data analysis initiatives using Python and AI tools. Built PowerApps, managed a suite of SQL Server instances, and optimized backup procedures to increase space efficiency by up to 50%.
Software Engineer at Dynamics, Inc.
January 31, 2024 - September 23, 2025REPAK (Ecommerce Application/API): full-stack development in C#, .NET 6 (MVC, API, WPF), SQL, AWS, Docker, MySQL, and JSON; integrated Avalara tax API; CI/CD with Git, NUnit, Docker, and AWS. eCommerce analytics using Python, ML, NLP, AI, and TensorFlow 2.0. EPACK (Ecommerce) platform development with React and CSS; benchmarking DB performance across MySQL, PostgreSQL, and TimescaleDB; factory automation scripting and metadata storage in MySQL; financial app prototype involving Excel and C# MVC architecture.
Owner / Project Manager / Software Architect at Abovo Technical Services
April 30, 2019 - September 23, 2025Led mid-sized agile and waterfall software teams across LAMP and Windows stacks, delivering CMS websites (Drupal/Joomla/WordPress), RESTful API integrations (FedEx, Twitter, Reddit, etc.), quantitative trading programs, and custom business software.
Director of Information Systems Interim - Senior Consultant at PATF
June 30, 2015 - September 23, 2025Managed IT infrastructure and project teams, conducted comprehensive business process analyses, and implemented a new client services software system to improve productivity and service delivery. Oversaw HIPAA-compliant IT procedures and Enhanced Phoenix Data System and Prevention application features.
Senior Consultant; Lead Software Engineer at Booz Allen Hamilton
February 28, 2014 - September 23, 2025Analyzed business processes for cost modeling; designed the DSIAS system using OCR to automate contract data entry; upgraded the Pricing Tool for DOD clients; developed the BIC Inventory system for the US Marine Corps and MEASURE security enhancements for risk mitigation.
Education
Graduate Certificate in Cyber-Security Technologies at University of Maryland University College
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Bachelor of Science in Mathematics/Economics at University of Pittsburgh
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025Masters Certificate in Cyber-Security Technologies at University of Maryland University College
January 1, 2013 - September 23, 2025Bachelor of Science in Mathematics/Economics at University of Pittsburgh
January 11, 2030 - September 23, 2025Qualifications
Project Management Professional (PMP)
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD): .NET, WIN
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025MCPD: ASP .NET 4.0
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): WCF, WPF, ASP
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025MCTS: Web Applications Development 4
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025MCTS: Accessing Data (ADO .NET) 4
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025MCTS: Windows Communication Foundation 4
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025Project Management Professional (PMP)
January 11, 2030 - September 23, 2025Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - September 23, 2025Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD): .NET, WIN
January 11, 2030 - September 23, 2025MCTS: Web Applications Development 4
January 11, 2030 - September 23, 2025MCTS: Accessing Data (ADO.NET) 4
January 11, 2030 - September 23, 2025MCTS: Windows Communication Foundation 4
January 11, 2030 - September 23, 2025Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Financial Services, Government, Professional Services, Retail, Manufacturing
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