David H. Megnin

Where code meets clarity, and curiosity never ends.

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

Phone: (954) 232-7672 | Email: david@megnin.com


Professional Summary

Senior .NET / SQL Server Developer with 15+ years of experience building, maintaining, and modernizing data-driven business applications. Deep experience with ASP.NET Web Forms, C#, VB.NET, ADO.NET, SQL Server, T-SQL, SSRS, IIS, reporting, workflow automation, and production troubleshooting. Known for owning mission-critical legacy systems, replacing failed vendor solutions, and delivering reliable tools that support payroll, grants, reporting, compliance, and operational decision-making.

Core Technical Competencies

Technical Skills

Professional Experience

CareerSource Broward (Formerly WorkForce One Employment Solutions)

Fort Lauderdale, FL | 2007 – Present

Systems Analyst / Programmer; MS SQL Server Database Administrator / Developer

  • Develop, maintain, and support mission-critical data-driven web and Windows applications using ASP.NET Web Forms, C#, VB.NET, ADO.NET, SQL Server, T-SQL, SSRS, IIS, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Serve as the primary in-house developer for custom internal systems supporting workforce programs, youth employment operations, payroll-support processes, reporting, approvals, data uploads, and administrative workflows.
  • Manage the full SQL Server database lifecycle, including schema design, stored procedures, query optimization, security, reporting, troubleshooting, data transformation, and production support.
  • Create and maintain custom data extracts, uploads, imports, reports, and integration workflows for internal systems and external platforms including CSC, SAMIS, Sage MIP, and SQL Server databases.
  • Maintain and modernize legacy applications while preserving stability for users, supervisors, fiscal staff, program managers, and operational leadership.
  • Key Achievements:
    • Collaborated with IT leadership to plan and deliver a comprehensive timesheet application after an external vendor failed to deliver; performed the majority of core ASP.NET and SQL Server development, helping save the organization over $100,000.
    • Designed and maintained SYEP/WEX tools supporting applicant management, timesheets, approvals, payroll-support workflows, reporting, and operational oversight for large youth employment programs.
    • Built and supported SQL Server reporting and data-upload processes used for grant, payroll, compliance, fiscal, and program operations.
    • Implemented an online Job Order, Application, and Matching System, reducing manual processes and improving candidate-job matching accuracy.
    • Developed custom administrative tools, approval workflows, and reporting interfaces for internal departments and external program requirements.
    • Deployed Windows utilities for remotely monitoring usage time across 100+ PCs in multiple resource centers.
    • Installed and maintained a corporate intranet integrating social networking and document management features.

State of Florida / Agency For Workforce Innovation

Lauderhill, FL | 2004 – 2007

Distributed Network System Analyst

  • Maintained the Corporate Intranet and assisted with database development, including data imports for Sage MIP Payroll.
  • Created and deployed standardized machine images (Symantec Ghost) across 400+ computers for consistent configurations.
  • Reduced average open trouble tickets by 40% through process improvements and faster response times.

Nortel Networks

Santa Clara, CA

Order Engineering System Specialist / Fast Flow Metrics Reporting (2001 – 2003)

  • Resolved 300+ monthly system configuration and order issues by correcting software discrepancies.
  • Improved the “clean order” rate to 99.7%, exceeding the 95% target.
  • Automated pivot table reports with VBA, increasing reporting efficiency by 75%.

Global Customer Care Services / New Product Introduction Engineer (1999 – 2001)

  • Managed Field Trials (Beta Testing) for Optivity Telephony Manager (OTM) releases.
  • Coordinated beta feedback, reported software bugs, and trained field technicians to ensure product readiness.
  • Received a $1000 "Pride Award" for outstanding support of Beta Trials.

U.S. Navy

Everett, WA & San Diego, CA | 1979 – 1999

Information Systems Security Manager / System Administrator (1995 – 1999)

  • Developed security documentation and risk analysis for the ship's LAN.
  • Upgraded the LAN from NetWare 3.12 to Windows NT 4.0, serving 200+ users.
  • Awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal twice for exceptional network uptime and security management.

Sonar Technician / Sonar Supervisor / Leading Petty Officer (1979 – 1995)

  • Led and trained a team of 24 sonar technicians, achieving 99.9% uptime on critical anti-submarine systems.
  • Maintained a Secret Security Clearance throughout service.

Artificial Intelligence Projects

🌌 Where code listens, language breathes, and AI becomes a mirror for the human experience.

Education & Certifications

Microsoft Training & Certifications

  • ASP.NET Programming (Visual Basic), Advanced ASP.NET, JavaScript Programming, XML Programming
  • MCSE (Windows 2000/NT 4.0 Server, Workstation, and Enterprise Technologies)
  • Microsoft Certified Product Specialist: Windows NT 4.0 Server & Workstation

Nortel Networks Training & Certifications

  • Telecommunications Fundamentals, Principles of Digital Telephony, Telephone Network Test
  • Meridian 1 PBX Basic Database Administration

U.S. Navy Schools

  • Advanced Sonar System Maintenance, Anti-Submarine Rocket Fire Control, LOFAR Analysis, Synchro/Servo Theory

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