Brian Foster
About Brian Foster
Brian Foster is an Enterprise Integration Architect with extensive experience in software development and system integration. He has worked for several companies, including HL Group Inc., Charter Communications, KPA, and currently Protective Life, where he has implemented various technologies to enhance data management and project efficiency.
Work at Protective Life
Brian Foster has been employed at Protective Life as an Enterprise Integration Architect since 2022. His role involves stabilizing the Teradata RDM ecosystem by developing tools that significantly reduce manual file manipulation, enhancing accuracy and turnaround time for code releases. He serves as a liaison to the Business Intelligence (BI) and XDW teams, ensuring that data requirements are documented and that data modeling aligns with system needs.
Previous Experience at KPA
Before joining Protective Life, Brian Foster worked at KPA as the Manager of Business Applications from 2018 to 2022. In this position, he proposed new architecture approaches and process redesigns to enhance the Teradata RDM application. He introduced Git for source control and established a branching convention, providing training to developers on code implementation and tracking using JIRA.
Career at Charter Communications
Brian Foster served as a Technologist at Charter Communications from 2011 to 2018. During his tenure, he integrated LDAP authentication into the RDM web application, which automated data processes in SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS). This integration improved user logon and data management efficiency.
Experience at HL Group Inc.
Brian Foster began his career as a Software Developer at HL Group Inc., where he worked from 2009 to 2011. This role provided him with foundational experience in asset management, supply chain, and RFID solutions, contributing to his development as a technology professional.
Education and Expertise
Brian Foster earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Missouri-Saint Louis, completing his studies from 2005 to 2009. His educational background laid the groundwork for his expertise in software development, enterprise integration, and project management.