Ryan Irving
About Ryan Irving
Ryan Irving is a Senior Accessibility Specialist at Maximus with over two decades of experience in digital accessibility, focusing on compliance with WCAG and Section 508 standards.
Current Role at Maximus
Ryan Irving is currently working at Maximus as a Senior Accessibility Specialist. He has been with the company since 2019 and is based in Reston, Virginia, United States. In this role, he focuses on improving accessibility for various digital platforms, ensuring that they meet the necessary compliance standards.
Previous Positions and Experience
Ryan Irving has an extensive career history with various roles in web development and accessibility compliance. Before joining Maximus, he worked as a Senior Section 508 Specialist at Cgi in Montréal, Quebec, Canada, and at Sekon Enterprise, Inc. in Reston, Virginia, United States. He also held positions at Commonwealth Trading Partners, Inc., Fairfax County Government, Icf International, Caliber Associates, Computer & Hi-tech Management, Seta Corporation, and Nichols Research.
Educational Background
Ryan Irving studied History and French at Hampden-Sydney College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree between 1991 and 1995. He also studied at the Institute of European Studies for an extended period, further enhancing his educational background.
Early Career and Media Roles
Ryan Irving started his career in media, working as a Radio Announcer at Wflo Am/fm Colonial Broadcasting Corporation from 1992 to 1996. He also served as a Media Technician at Marymount University and a Media Assistant at Hampden-Sydney College during his early career.
Digital Accessibility Expertise
With over two decades of experience, Ryan Irving is an expert in digital accessibility. He specializes in ensuring compliance with WCAG and Section 508 standards. His extensive experience includes improving web properties for federal, state, and local governments. Known for his collaborative management style, he has a strong track record of mentoring staff and building high-performance teams.