EXPERIENCE
Dec 2019 - Apr 2023
IT Manager
Subject matter expert (SME) for data and analytics on cloud and hybrid-cloud environments. Guided projects and policies with all groups within the application design and infrastructure development environment.
Apr 2017 - Dec 2019
IT Manager
Accountable for management and oversight of procedures, projects, and policy with all IT department groups. Directed environment for datacenter, local, hybrid-cloud and cloud, governing usage, development, cost control, best practices, business solutions, and security ideals. Organized and maintained disaster recovery products, policies, and procedures.
Mar 2012 - Mar 2017
Senior Systems Engineer
Provided network and systems architecture support, design, implementation, testing, and delivery. Directed data center operations at nine worldwide locations.
Jan 2008 - Feb 2012
Senior Systems Engineer
Provided network and systems architecture support, design, implementation, testing, and delivery. Oversaw data center operations at three worldwide locations.
MILITARY HISTORY
Oct 2003 - Present
Chief Petty Officer (E-7)
Currently attached to Seal Team 18 based in Little Creek, VA. Managed groups of up to 130 service members during both peacetime and combat conditions. Led exercises and missions providing up to $30M of computer and communication resources in various worldwide land, sea, and air locations and conditions, maintaining accountability and security. Directed knowledge and skills training with diverse groups and with varied technology and systems to enable mission success. Operated and maintained ship- and shore-based communications systems. Set up and maintained global ground radio and satellite communications systems. Install and configure computer servers, workstations, peripherals, and networking components. Maintained security and software compliance for deployed workstations and servers.
Michael Barnhart
Information Technology & Business Process Executive
A transformative, results driven and forward-thinking technology executive with a proven track record of energizing organizations to deliver value.
Vast accomplishments in global strategic planning, operational excellence, complex program management, cost reduction, digital business transformation, high-performance culture leadership, cybersecurity, risk management, investment and financial management, data analytics, and data governance.
Demonstrated strategies for reducing information systems cost, improving delivery performance, and driving transformation.
An authority on outsourcing and supplier/contract management.
Experienced business solution provider with strong alignment to the business, balancing relationships between business objectives and technology.
RESULTS
Consolidated data center operations, enabling Radian to close one site, saving the company $200k annually.
Designed and built in-house IP telephony solution, increasing features and reducing company costs by over $170K/year.
As a US Navy Chief Petty Officer managed groups of up to 130 during both peacetime and in combat conditions.
Developed pen-test policy and vulnerability management structure to strengthen security posture globally.
EXPERTISE
CLOUD DEVOPS
CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE
NETWORK IMPLEMENTATION
WEBSITES
VENDOR RELATIONS
DATA SCIENCE
IT OPERATIONS
MACHINE LEARNING (ML)
CLOUD OPERATIONS
STRATEGIC TECHNOLOGY ROADMAPS
eCOMMERCE
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
TEAM TRAINING
ELECTRONIC & DATA SECURITY
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)
DISASTER RECOVERY (DR)
MEET MICHAEL
EDUCATION
Studied Computer Science
Q & A
Why did you choose your profession?
I discovered the TRS-80 Model I computer when I was about 14 years old in middle school. I spent many hours before and after school writing programs that made the computer calculate fractal math equations, play chess, and speak sentences with near-lifelike human mimicry. I could not afford to buy my own computer so I got a job at Radio Shack working for free until I turned 16 all the while continuing my computer and electronics education during every minute available to me in the store. I was gifted my very own IBM PC/XT computer during high school and with its US Robotics modem opened my view to the world. I operated a bulletin board system (BBS), read constantly, and frequently upgraded my system. I worked for a technology services company selling and installing computers for word processing in the legal field. I designed websites and wrote custom programs and utilities. Eventually, I started my own company building and selling custom computer systems and peripherals.
Who are your main influences?
I prefer to make my own path of discovery. I follow my intuition and try to lead instead of follow others. Having a backup plan is a good idea but I’m very persistent and motivated to achieve my goals.
I admire Katherine Johnson who was an American mathematician whose calculations of orbital mechanics as a NASA employee were critical to the success of the first and subsequent U.S. crewed spaceflights. She had a lust for life and learning which she applied every day breaking stereotypes and bounding barriers in order to excel in her field.
I also admire our 40th President Ronald Reagan. He was constant in his principles but with examination, research, and discussion he was never afraid to change his mind or direction. President Reagan was both despised and admired but he always did what he thought was best for the constituents he represented in the Screen Actors Guild, the military, the State of California, and the United States.
What is your greatest accomplishment?
My greatest achievement is being selected for the rank of Chief Petty Officer after nearly 20 years in the United States Navy. The rating and selection process is completely different from other military branches and exceptionally rigorous; Chiefs are those who have proven beyond a doubt that they are the very model of a United States Navy Sailor. The continuous support of my loving family is an essential part of exceeding in my profession – both in the military and in the civilian world.
What tools do you use?
GRIT- Guts, Resilience, Initiative, and Tenacity. Grit is the mental toughness, passion, and determination to enact your ideals, accomplish your goals, and motivate your colleagues to excel together for common objectives.
The Navy’s core values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment are foundational building blocks of everyday life. With Honor, I am accountable for my professional and personal behavior. Courage gives me the moral and mental strength to do what is right. Commitment motivates me to join together as a team to improve the quality of work, appreciate fellow individuals, and value myself.
What advice would you give to someone just starting out in your profession?
Never be afraid to change your direction. A certain amount of fortitude is required in any career path but always be observant for a beneficial change, potential opportunity, or new promising path that can be just what you need.
Research, read, and discover persistently. The two constants in almost every industry and profession are continual change and the need to keep up with those changes. Never stop learning.
INTERESTS & HOBBIES
