Scott Hopkins
About Scott Hopkins
Scott Hopkins serves as the Senior Director of Cloud Architecture at Sallie Mae, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in electrical engineering and information technology, with extensive experience in application development and enterprise architecture across various organizations.
Work at Sallie Mae
Scott Hopkins currently serves as the Senior Director of Cloud Architecture at Sallie Mae, a position he has held since 2019. Prior to this role, he worked as the Director of Cloud Architecture from 2016 to 2019. In his current role, he provides development and operational support for various systems, including SharePoint, Microsoft Dynamics, and Corporate Data Mart. His work focuses on enhancing cloud infrastructure and optimizing application performance to meet business needs.
Previous Experience at Ford Motor Company
Before joining Sallie Mae, Scott Hopkins worked at Ford Motor Company as a Senior Programmer Analyst from 1989 to 1998. During his nine years at Ford, he contributed to various programming and analytical projects, gaining valuable experience in software development and system analysis.
Experience at USA Funds
Scott Hopkins held the position of Director of Application Development and Enterprise Architecture at USA Funds from 2011 to 2016. In this role, he focused on evaluating the impact of FISMA on both legacy business portfolios and new business lines, demonstrating his understanding of regulatory compliance and enterprise architecture.
Education and Expertise
Scott Hopkins studied Electrical Engineering at Kentucky College of Technology, earning an Associate degree from 1981 to 1983. He furthered his education at IUPUI from 1997 to 1999 and later obtained a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from Western Governors University. His educational background supports his extensive knowledge in cloud architecture and application development.
Project Recovery and Cost Efficiency Achievements
Throughout his career, Scott Hopkins has demonstrated strong project recovery capabilities, notably recovering an over budget and behind schedule project to meet a critical business pilot deadline. He also achieved a significant reduction in outcall service costs by 74% per borrower, showcasing his skills in cost efficiency and financial risk management.