Charlie Kirkwood
About Charlie Kirkwood
Charlie Kirkwood is a Senior IT Business Analyst at the University of Colorado, where he has worked since 2018. He has over 25 years of experience in information technology, with expertise in business analysis, project management, and data analysis.
Work at University of Colorado
Charlie Kirkwood has served as a Senior IT Business Analyst at the University of Colorado since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for analyzing business needs, managing projects, and delivering IT solutions. His tenure in Boulder, Colorado, has allowed him to contribute significantly to the university's IT initiatives. Prior to this position, he worked as a Technical Consultant and Project Manager at the same institution for four months in 2018, based in Broomfield, Colorado.
Education and Expertise
Charlie Kirkwood holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Computer Science from Rutgers University - Camden, where he studied from 1990 to 1995. He also earned a General Business Certificate from the University of Colorado Denver Business School in 2020. His expertise encompasses business analysis, project management, data analysis, and database management. He has extensive experience with Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies, which he applies throughout the software development life cycle.
Background in Information Technology
With over 25 years of experience in the information technology field, Charlie Kirkwood has held various roles, including Director of Information Services at Drexel University and Database Administrator at Right Management. His career includes significant positions at Drexel University, where he served as a DBA from 2004 to 2015, and as a Director of Information Services from 2015 to 2017. He also worked as a Consultant and Technical Lead at Polaris Consulting from 1998 to 2001.
Professional Skills and Methodologies
Charlie Kirkwood demonstrates a strong skill set in business analysis, customer relations, and team development. His ability to improve processes has led to time and cost savings for organizations. He possesses excellent communication, presentation, and documentation skills, which support his track record of delivering effective solutions. Kirkwood's experience with various project delivery methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall, enhances his capability to manage complex IT projects.