Silas S. Samson
Sandy Spring,MD
Summary
A seasoned IT leader with 20+ years’ experience managing large-scale cloud and data modernization projects across federal and enterprise domains. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in delivering cloud data platforms, AI/ML-driven solutions, and secure systems in compliance with NIST/FISMA. Expert in driving strategic IT transformations aligned with mission-critical outcomes.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager
Internal Revenue Service
12.2007 - Current
- Led $200M enterprise data modernization, migrating IRS data warehouses to AWS & Azure
- Directed a cross-site team of 50+ engineers and analysts in cloud engineering, security, and data architecture
- Implemented AI/ML fraud detection tools, increasing fraud capture rate by 35%
- Oversaw enterprise data governance framework ensuring NIST & FISMA compliance
- Modernized legacy systems into cloud-native microservices platforms
- Automated ETL pipelines and improved DevSecOps adoption, cutting release cycles by 45%
Supervisory IT Specialist
Department of Homeland Security
09.2006 - 12.2007
- Re-architected identity management and access controls, reducing security breaches by 30%
- Evaluated and procured scalable solutions across multi-site environments
- Spearheaded disaster recovery enhancements and risk mitigation strategies
Supervisory IT Specialist
Department of State
04.2004 - 09.2006
- Oversaw modernization programs focused on secure, cloud-ready infrastructure
- Led cross-agency compliance audits aligning IT operations with federal standards
- Directed procurement and acquisition in compliance with OMB, FAR, and NIST mandates
Supervisory IT Specialist
IBM
01.1997 - 04.2004
- Delivered cloud-based transformation for federal and Fortune 500 clients
- Led post-M&A system consolidation across hybrid environments
- Managed vendor relationships and contracts supporting data modernization
IT Specialist
Cable & Wireless
09.1994 - 01.1997
- Managed enterprise IT operations, supporting secure regional communications
- Improved system uptime and data protection protocols
Education
MBA -
University of Maryland University College
College Park, MD01.2004
B.S. - Information Systems
University of Maryland University College
B.S. - Computer Science
O&M University
Skills
- Cloud Data Architecture (AWS, Azure)
- Data Management & Lakehouse Engineering
- AI/ML Analytics & Automation
- DevSecOps
- Agile
- CI/CD
- Data Governance (NIST, FISMA, GDPR)
- Procurement
- Vendor Management
- Data Warehousing
- SQL
- Python
- Problem-solving
- Project management
- Detail-oriented
- Strategic planning
- Process improvement
- Team leadership and direction
- Team leadership
Certification
- PMP – Project Management Institute
- FAC-P/PM Level III – Federal Acquisition
Timeline
Program Manager
Internal Revenue Service
12.2007 - Current
Supervisory IT Specialist
Department of Homeland Security
09.2006 - 12.2007
Supervisory IT Specialist
Department of State
04.2004 - 09.2006
Supervisory IT Specialist
IBM
01.1997 - 04.2004
IT Specialist
Cable & Wireless
09.1994 - 01.1997
B.S. - Information Systems
University of Maryland University College
B.S. - Computer Science
O&M University
MBA -
University of Maryland University College
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