Malcolm Hilliard
About Malcolm Hilliard
Malcolm Hilliard is a Cloud Architect specializing in Azure, currently employed at ECS since 2019. He has extensive experience in IT management and cloud infrastructure, having previously worked in various roles across multiple organizations, including Network for Good and Marketing General Incorporated.
Current Role at ECS
Malcolm Hilliard serves as a Cloud Architect specializing in Azure at ECS, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on transforming solutions for Government Intelligence, Defense, Civilian, and Law Enforcement agencies by migrating systems from on-premises to cloud-based environments. He leads and coordinates an integrated project team that includes various technical disciplines, ensuring that projects are executed efficiently and effectively.
Previous Experience in IT Management
Prior to his current role, Malcolm Hilliard worked at several organizations in IT management positions. He was the IT Manager at Network for Good from 2016 to 2017, and before that, he served as the Senior IT/IS Manager at Marketing General Incorporated from 2013 to 2016. His experience also includes a role as a Technical Support Specialist at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates from 2008 to 2013, and as a Project Manager at Kaiser Permanente from 2007 to 2008.
Educational Background
Malcolm Hilliard holds a Master of Science in Management Information Systems from Strayer University, which he completed from 2005 to 2010. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems from Columbia Union College, studying there from 2000 to 2003. His foundational education includes attendance at Dematha Catholic High School and Northwestern High School.
Technical Expertise and Skills
As a Cloud Architect, Malcolm Hilliard possesses extensive technical expertise in designing and executing architecture blueprints with a DevSecOps mindset. He serves as a technical advisor to management, focusing on the planning, development, design, procurement, maintenance, and implementation of enterprise-level systems on the Microsoft Azure Platform. He actively promotes the latest technologies and tools to enhance efficiency and solutions for client teams.
Career Progression in IT
Malcolm Hilliard's career in IT spans over a decade, with roles that have progressively increased in responsibility and complexity. He began his career as a Senior IT Technician at Medstar Research Institute from 2006 to 2007, followed by various positions that included cloud infrastructure engineering at HMSHost from 2017 to 2019. His diverse experience across different sectors has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of IT systems and cloud architecture.