Tulsa, OK · Independent Engineering Practice
Architecting and leading full-stack development of HBS Events Studio — a luxury event platform serving Oklahoma and Dallas markets. Stack: Next.js 15+, Django 5+, FastAPI AI microservice, GraphQL (Graphene-Django + Apollo), PostgreSQL, Redis, Docker Compose, Stripe, Square, Cloudinary, Claude AI API with OpenAI fallback, DocuSign, Resend, PostHog. Deployed across Vercel (frontend) and Railway (backend).
Engineered a FastAPI AI microservice integrating Anthropic Claude API (Haiku/Sonnet) with automatic OpenAI GPT-4o mini fallback — generates structured JSON event decoration quotes with server-side math validation, market-based pricing adjustments, and admin-configurable pricing controls.
Designed full system architecture including Docker container orchestration (6 services), CI/CD pipeline via GitHub Actions, GraphQL schema, PostgreSQL data models, Redis caching strategy, and Stripe + Square payment flows with webhook verification.
Built React Native / Expo mobile applications during Atlas curriculum including Lumigram — a photo-sharing platform with Firebase backend, TypeScript, React Navigation, and Expo Image Picker — and a cross-platform music player.
Implemented local SEO strategy for James' Donut (Tulsa, OK, 2024) — keyword targeting, Google Business Profile optimization, and on-page technical improvements for competitive local food service search.
Designed and deployed personal portfolio (frandycode.dev) — FastAPI backend, Next.js 16+ frontend, five Docker services, four animated CSS themes, JWT auth, PostgreSQL, CI/CD via GitHub Actions on DigitalOcean.
Office of Information & Technology · Muskogee, OK · Full-time
Led security engineering operations within the VA DevSecOps division — conducting vulnerability assessments, architecting AIS security plans, and managing ITSM workflows at enterprise scale across a 400+ staff multi-site network.
Developed Automated Information Systems (AIS) security contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures as part of the focal business continuity team; ensured compliance with VA federal statutes and NIST-aligned standards.
Managed ServiceNow (SNOW) workflows for Tier 2/3 resolution, BioMed activations, and escalation routing across the VA enterprise network.
Administered Cisco switch infrastructure via SecureCRT, PUTTY, TelNet; maintained VLAN architecture, RDP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and TCP/IP across multi-site VA network.
Configured Cisco AnyConnect VPN and enforced two-factor authentication policies — applying SSH, RDP, DNS, and SSL/TLS protocol expertise across all remote access endpoints.
Deployed and managed endpoints via Microsoft Intune/Azure MDM; led 300+ laptop and 600+ monitor refresh across VISN16 for COVID-19 and Cerner EHR initiatives.
Served as project lead for VA 91st St Clinic activation and Ernest Childers OPC decommission — managing 1,800+ pieces of sensitive equipment under federal compliance requirements.
Created cybersecurity threat management training materials; selected within 90 days of hire to train fellow technicians on security protocols and procedures.
Tulsa, OK · Full-time
Managed Help Desk tracking, IT asset accuracy, and telecom system configurations for moves, adds, and changes (MAC) in a multi-site environment.
Developed problem tracking and resolution databases; determined internal service measures and communicated SLAs across support tiers.
Installed and configured workstations on network operating systems; managed device drivers, hardware configurations, and communication networking.
Investigated and recommended tools and technologies to improve responsiveness to customer and security requirements.
Tulsa, OK · Full-time
Served as primary technical specialist for all automated systems; resolved network and system issues via phone, email, and in-person channels.
Provided training on desktops, laptops, and mobile devices; led system upgrade projects involving new software features and structural component changes.
Performed data backups, system upgrades, and documented technical procedures to ensure operational continuity across all automated systems.