Jon Ruark
About Jon Ruark
Jon Ruark is a Science and Engineering Project Manager at Sandia National Laboratories, with extensive experience in agile coaching and strategic operations.
Current Role at Sandia National Laboratories
Jon Ruark serves as a Science and Engineering Project Manager at Sandia National Laboratories. Starting in 2022, he is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. In this position, he is responsible for overseeing complex scientific and engineering projects, ensuring that they align with strategic goals and objectives.
Leadership at Pariet Lux LLC
Since 2015, Jon Ruark has taken up the role of President & CEO at Pariet Lux LLC, located in Herndon, Virginia. Under his leadership, the organization focuses on leveraging innovative methodologies and advanced technologies to drive business outcomes. His work often centers around agile principles and strategic planning.
Previous Experience
Jon Ruark held various significant roles before his current positions. Notably, he was the Director of Strategic Operations at TRIAEM LLC from 2013 to 2020, and worked at NGA, initially as a Systems Engineer and later advancing to roles such as Chief Engineer from 2005 to 2013. His early career included a position as an Associate Systems Engineer at Lockheed Martin Information Technology from 2003 to 2005.
Educational Background
Jon Ruark holds an M.S. in Information Security and Assurance from George Mason University, which he completed between 2005 and 2009. Additionally, he earned dual B.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University, graduating in 2003. His strong educational foundation underpins his expertise in engineering and information security.
Certifications and Expertise
Jon Ruark is certified as a Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) and a SAFe Program Consultant (SPC6). These certifications highlight his proficiency in agile methodologies and frameworks. His expertise extends to being a Prompt Engineer, developing and refining AI-driven solutions. He also actively engages in innovation coaching, emphasizing lean startup and agile principles.