David Bigelow
About David Bigelow
David Bigelow is a Technical Lead with extensive experience in software development and application management, currently working at CNA National since 2021. He has held various technical roles at organizations such as Kaiser Permanente, Charles Schwab, and Arizona State Retirement System, and holds an M.B.A. from California State University-Hayward.
Current Role at CNA National
David Bigelow currently serves as a Technical Lead at CNA National, a position he has held since 2021. He operates from Scottsdale, Arizona, where he is responsible for overseeing technical projects and leading development initiatives. His role involves ensuring the efficiency and security of applications within the organization.
Previous Experience in Technical Roles
David Bigelow has extensive experience in technical roles across various organizations. He worked as a Senior J2EE Consultant at Kaiser Permanente for nine months in Pasadena, CA, and at LA Care Health Plan for one year in Los Angeles, CA. Additionally, he served as a Technical Lead at Charles Schwab for one year in the Phoenix, Arizona Area, and at the Arizona State Retirement System for a total of five years across two separate tenures.
Education and Academic Background
David Bigelow holds an M.B.A. in Finance from California State University-Hayward - School of Business and Economics. He also earned a BA in Social Sciences with a focus on Economics from the University of California, Berkeley. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his technical and leadership roles in the industry.
Technical Skills and Tools Utilized
David Bigelow employs a range of technical tools and methodologies in his work. He monitors applications using Splunk and utilizes VeraCode and OWASP tools to identify and resolve security issues. He manages Kubernetes environments with Rancher and develops microservice applications using AWS services, including API Gateway, Lambda, SNS, and EKS. Additionally, he deploys applications via a GitLab CI/CD pipeline.
Career Timeline and Key Positions
David Bigelow's career spans multiple key positions in the technology sector. He has worked at The Aerospace Corporation and Disney Consumer Products as a Senior J2EE Consultant. His career trajectory includes significant roles at the California Department of Justice and Arizona State Retirement System, where he contributed as a Technical Lead. His diverse experience reflects a strong commitment to technical excellence and leadership.