James Hartley

Linux Endpoint Architect

United States

About

Experienced Datacenter Technician with a demonstrated history of working in the computer software industry. Skilled in MacOS, Linux, GoLang, Live Broadcast, Audio Editing, Windows Server, and Two-factor Authentication. Strong information technology professional.

Experience

  • Senior Linux Endpoint Architect at CDW
    Mar 2026 - Present · 5 mos

  • Leidos (6 yrs 8 mos)
    • Linux Engineer
      Jul 2021 - Mar 2026 · 4 yrs 9 mos

      · Architected and deployed the organization’s first enterprise Linux workstation images for Ubuntu and RHEL. · Developed secure baseline configurations aligned with DoD/DoW, NIST 800-53, CIS Benchmarks, and Zero Trust. · Built Golang-based automation tooling for endpoint hardening, compliance enforcement, and provisioning. · Used Git and modern version control workflows to rapidly iterate, test, and deploy OS-level changes. · Served as the primary Linux Endpoint SME supporting security reviews, architecture design, and compliance. · Implemented scalable systems for configuration management, identity integration, logging, and observability. · Reduced provisioning and configuration time through automated pipelines and reusable tooling.

    • Linux Endpoint Engineer
      Jun 2021 - Mar 2026 · 4 yrs 10 mos

    • System Administrator
      Aug 2019 - Jul 2021 · 2 yrs

      · Held an active DoD Secret clearance while supporting federal programs. · Maintained and troubleshot enterprise software factory systems. · Managed and imaged Leidos workstation hardware and developer systems. · Assisted in interviewing Software Engineer and DevOps candidates. · Contributed to engineering of the Leidos-approved Ubuntu workstation image. · Tested, validated, and troubleshot Alpha-stage Ubuntu OS builds. · Screened and validated software components for Linux image compliance.

  • Vice President Information Technology at Integrity Communications
    Nov 2018 - Aug 2019 · 10 mos

    · Directed IT programs and project execution, ensuring alignment with budget, schedule, and scope. · Oversaw staffing, recruitment, and contractor resourcing. · Designed and implemented organizational communication and modernization plans. · Led technology improvements to enhance operational efficiency and capability.

  • Datacenter Technician at Microsoft
    May 2017 - Aug 2019 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    · Deployed and maintained enterprise datacenter hardware in a high-availability environment. · Used ticketing systems to track, escalate, and resolve system issues. · Helped maintain 99.9% uptime across critical services. · Trained junior technicians and resolved escalated infrastructure issues.

  • Chief Information Officer at Glory 2 Glory Ministries
    Feb 2016 - 2019 · 3 yrs

    · Oversaw IT strategy, budgeting, procurement, and systems operations. · Provided technical support, training, and workflow optimization. · Designed business systems for inventory, cost control, and productivity enhancements. · Supervised installation, development, testing, and maintenance of software and systems.