Steven Kent Johnson | PO Box 2173, Largo, FL 33779 | (727) 619-4278 | resume@stevenkentjohnson.com
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At the intersection of complex business challenges and elegant cloud solutions, I find my greatest professional purpose. I am passionate about transforming enterprise infrastructure through the power of cloud-native design, believing that resilient, secure, and scalable architecture is not just a technical achievement — it is a strategic business enabler. My guiding philosophy is simple: technology should serve people, and every solution I architect should empower organizations to operate with greater agility, confidence, and security. I thrive on translating intricate technical landscapes into clear, forward-thinking strategies that align seamlessly with organizational goals.

With extensive experience spanning cloud architecture, enterprise infrastructure, and solutions engineering, I bring a deep and diverse skill set to every engagement. My areas of expertise include Microsoft Azure and Azure Gov cloud architecture, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and Bicep, CI/CD pipeline development, Kubernetes (AKS), Zero Trust network security, and Azure DevOps. I am well-versed in regulatory compliance frameworks including NIST, CMMC, and FedRAMP, and I leverage the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework to guide organizations through principled, structured cloud transformations. My technical depth is further validated by an extensive portfolio of Microsoft certifications, including Azure Solutions Architect Expert, DevOps Engineer Expert, and Azure Network Engineer Associate, alongside a CISSP designation and a HashiCorp Terraform Associate certification.


Throughout my career, I have delivered impactful solutions across some of the most respected organizations in technology consulting. At CDW's Digital Velocity practice, I played many roles in the design and delivery of cloud automation solutions — including Zero Trust network implementations, cloud adoption framework deployments and compliance-aligned security postures — for enterprise clients navigating complex regulatory environments. Earlier, during my tenure at Perficient, I architected and deployed Azure-based API Management infrastructure for large-scale healthcare insurance organizations and oversaw hybrid Office 365 implementations for international Fortune 500 manufacturing companies, demonstrating my ability to operate at scale across diverse industries. My MBA in Total Quality Management further grounds my technical work in a commitment to process excellence and continuous improvement.


I am eager to bring my extensive cloud architecture and solutions engineering expertise to organizations that are ready to accelerate their cloud journey, strengthen their security posture, or modernize their enterprise infrastructure. Whether you are navigating a cloud migration, building a Zero Trust environment, or designing resilient, high-availability systems, I am here to help turn your vision into reality. Let's connect and explore how we can build something exceptional together.