I am a results-driven IT professional with strong experience in cybersecurity, enterprise data architecture, and AI/ML development. I design and implement security controls, conduct risk assessments, and lead data governance and modern data architectures to build scalable, compliant systems. I have built machine learning models, applied NLP techniques, analyzed large datasets, and integrated AI capabilities into enterprise platforms. I excel at cross-team collaboration, solving complex technical problems, and delivering secure, data-driven solutions that align with business goals.

Danielle Catherine Nelson

I am a results-driven IT professional with strong experience in cybersecurity, enterprise data architecture, and AI/ML development. I design and implement security controls, conduct risk assessments, and lead data governance and modern data architectures to build scalable, compliant systems. I have built machine learning models, applied NLP techniques, analyzed large datasets, and integrated AI capabilities into enterprise platforms. I excel at cross-team collaboration, solving complex technical problems, and delivering secure, data-driven solutions that align with business goals.

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I am a results-driven IT professional with strong experience in cybersecurity, enterprise data architecture, and AI/ML development. I design and implement security controls, conduct risk assessments, and lead data governance and modern data architectures to build scalable, compliant systems.

I have built machine learning models, applied NLP techniques, analyzed large datasets, and integrated AI capabilities into enterprise platforms. I excel at cross-team collaboration, solving complex technical problems, and delivering secure, data-driven solutions that align with business goals.

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Language

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French
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Work Experience

AI Engineer at Twilio
January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025
Designed and refined AI/ML models, including neural networks; implemented and optimized NLP techniques for language understanding and workflow automation; analyzed large datasets to uncover patterns and generate actionable insights; collaborated with product, engineering, and leadership teams to integrate AI capabilities into the platform; contributed to full-cycle software development and architectural decisions; ensured AI systems are scalable, efficient, and aligned with customer needs and business goals.
Data Architect at Cloudflare
June 1, 2016 - October 1, 2020
Designed, developed, and maintained enterprise data architectures, models, and integration frameworks for FAA systems; defined data governance, quality, and lifecycle management standards; led migrations and modernization of data environments ensuring scalability, resiliency, and compliance; established data dictionaries, schemas, and metadata repositories; provided technical guidance and architecture reviews; designed data pipelines and integration solutions; supported data strategies and roadmaps aligned with FAA objectives; ensured compliance with FAA security policies and privacy regulations.
Cyber Security Specialist at HubSpot
July 1, 2011 - March 1, 2016
Performed security risk, vulnerability assessments, and business impact analyses for medium complexity information systems; planned and implemented current and future security domains; adopted and followed security controls, processes, and procedures to manage risk across infrastructure, networks, and applications; monitored technology risk, identified root causes/themes, and recommended resolutions; investigated suspected attacks and managed security incidents; forensics where appropriate; reviewed and shaped the production of evidence to support internal and external audits; implemented security measures for information systems and applications; developed and maintained security metrics, alerts, dashboards, and incident response plans.

Education

PhD in Computer Science and Systems at University of Washington
October 1, 2014 - November 1, 2018
Master of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering at University of Michigan
September 1, 2011 - November 1, 2013
Bachelor of Science in Informatics Engineering/Information Technology at William Peterson University
September 1, 2006 - November 1, 2010

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Government, Professional Services, Other