Roger Courtney, MBA
About Roger Courtney, MBA
Roger Courtney is an IT Specialist (System Analysis) at the U.S. Geological Survey, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in system analysis and software engineering, with a career spanning over three decades in various roles across multiple organizations.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Roger Courtney has served as an IT Specialist (System Analysis) at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2016. In this role, he designs, develops, tests, implements, and documents software utilizing the Model 204 database management system. He also manages several information systems that support the National Minerals Information Center. Prior to his current position, he worked with USGS and Cherokee Technology Solutions, LLC in various capacities, including Technical Documentation Specialist and IT Specialist, contributing to the organization's IT infrastructure and software development.
Education and Expertise
Roger Courtney holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Marymount University, where he studied Business, Management Information Systems, Project Management, Marketing, and Economics. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Maryland. Additionally, he has a Graduate Certificate in Management Information Systems and Database Design from American University. His educational background is complemented by various continuing education courses in Computer Programming, Systems Analysis, and database technologies, enhancing his expertise in IT and system analysis.
Background in IT and Systems Analysis
Roger Courtney has extensive experience in IT and systems analysis, spanning over three decades. He worked as a Senior Systems Analyst and Senior Software Engineer at NCI Information Systems from 1994 to 2009. His career also includes positions at the General Services Administration and the Defense Logistics Agency Headquarters, where he served as a Senior Database Analyst. His roles have involved designing, coding, testing, and debugging software applications, as well as supporting the maintenance of existing applications.
Professional Experience Prior to USGS
Before joining the U.S. Geological Survey, Roger Courtney held several positions that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Senior Software Engineer at the Office of Naval Intelligence and as a Programmer/Analyst at USGS and Cherokee Technology Solutions, LLC. His experience also includes a significant tenure at the Defense Logistics Agency Headquarters, where he focused on database analysis. This diverse background has equipped him with a robust skill set in software development and system management.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Roger Courtney possesses a range of technical skills, particularly in software development and database management. He has experience with the Model 204 database management system and SQL programming. His responsibilities include supporting the maintenance of existing applications, designing automation options, and participating in the finalization of project requirements. His contributions to IT testing and program debugging play a critical role in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of the systems he manages.