DHS SEVP SharePoint Modernization
Led enterprise modernization of SharePoint platform for DHS Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), transforming legacy development practices into agile, user-centric deployment cycles. Engaged directly with 8+ branch chiefs and presented modernized prototype to 30+ federal users, earning unanimous support that drove platform-wide adoption and vendor independence strategy.
Impact
- 6-month to monthly cycles: Reduced deployment iteration time through elimination of heavy C#/XML processing
- 30+ federal users: Presented modernized system prototype that resonated with entire user base
- 8 branch chiefs engaged: Conducted stakeholder meetings across SEVP divisions for requirements gathering
- Director-level influence: Advised SEVP director on vendor-independence strategy for technology liberation
- 3x efficiency gain: Modernized development workflow previously requiring three Microsoft federal engineers
Key Features
- User-Driven Development: Prototype demonstrations that won unanimous support from 30+ federal users
- Monthly Release Cycles: Transformed 6-month deployment windows through architectural modernization
- Stakeholder Engagement: Direct collaboration with 8 branch chiefs for enterprise planning
- Vendor Independence: Strategic advisory to SEVP director on technology liberation from vendor lock-in
- Barcode Automation: Eliminated manual paper tracking through integrated scanning system
Project Information
- Category
- Federal Systems
- Year
- 2026
- Status
- Completed
Technology
- SharePoint 2010/2013 Enterprise platform modernization
- JavaScript/front-end solutions replacing heavy C#/XML processing
- PowerShell automation for deployment pipelines
- .NET workflow optimization and streamlining
- SQL Server performance tuning for rapid iterations
- InfoPath forms with barcode integration
R. BECKNER III
AI Systems Architect and Top 5% Technology Consultant with 25+ years of experience building innovative software solutions.
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