Marcus Williams
About Marcus Williams
Marcus Williams serves as the Vice President of IT Application Development at Primerica, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in software development and management, having previously held various positions at Primerica and Verisign.
Work at Primerica
Marcus Williams has held multiple roles at Primerica, currently serving as Vice President of IT - Application Development since 2020. Prior to this position, he worked as Assistant Vice President of Information Technology from 2016 to 2020 and as Software Applications Manager from 2011 to 2016. His responsibilities include collaborating with senior management teams to align IT objectives with the company's strategic initiatives. He also manages technical staff and oversees the software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies such as Waterfall and Agile.
Previous Experience at Verisign
Before joining Primerica, Marcus Williams worked at Verisign from 2000 to 2011. He began as a Software Application Developer from 2000 to 2005 and later became a Senior Team Lead from 2007 to 2011. During his time at Verisign, he developed his skills in software development and team leadership, contributing to various projects in the Savannah area.
Education and Expertise
Marcus Williams earned a Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems from Catawba College, where he studied from 1995 to 2000. He also participated in the Intellectual Capital Partnership Program (ICAPP) at Armstrong State University in 2004. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in IT application development and management.
Technical Skills and Methodologies
In his current role, Marcus utilizes various software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies, including Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid, to lead technical teams from ideation to implementation. He participates in hardware and software evaluations and manages vendor contracts. His experience as a lead software developer informs his decisions regarding complex technical solutions and infrastructure design.