Christopher Griffin

Christopher Griffin

Technical Writer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Accessible Technology SME at Self-Employed

  • Education

    • Strayer University

      1996 - 1999
      Bachelor's Degree Computer Information Systems

      Activities and Societies: Member of the National Honor Society, Alpha Sigma Lambda Basic proficiency & understanding of American Sign Language (ASL)

  • Experience

    • ETI, Inc

      Aug 1999 - Oct 1999
      Technical Writer

      Right after college, I joined ETI for a brief period to learn the basics of technical writing in the professional environment. Here I was exposed to HTML scripting and various hardware and software testing strategies.

    • FORTEL, Inc. (formerly known as Datametrics Systems Corp.)

      Oct 1999 - Sept 2000
      Associate Software Engineer

      At FORTEL, I started out as a technical assistant/writer and I was quickly moved to worked on the design and creation of environments for an in-house software for various operating systems. I was responsible for the content in the help files and would make regular updates as new releases were necessary.

    • PEC Solutions, Inc.

      Oct 2000 - Sept 2003
      Network Engineer/Script Writer

      At PEC Solutions, I worked on a DOJ contract that allowed me to hone my script writing skills in PERL and HTML. I was also responsible for frontline reporting and providing management and other teams with the necessary information to prevent or fix any issues on the WAN.

    • ECCS, Inc.

      Apr 2004 - Jan 2009
      Technical Analyst

      For ECCS, I worked as a Technical Analyst/Accessibility Specialist for the ATP project for the Department of Housing and Urban Development. My duties ranged from user support to full life-cycle testing, reporting, implementing, and supporting various COTS and specialized software.

    • Peniel Solutions, Inc.

      Feb 2009 - Jul 2009
      Accessibility Specialist

      A short period of time with a small company where I was able to continue to contribute to HUD's Assistive Technology Program.

    • TCS Associates

      Feb 2010 - May 2019
      Assistive Technology Specialist

      Provide AT testing, implementation, and training, perform USGBC testing, and also technical lead on various projects for the US Department of Education.

    • Excelsior Consulting LLC

      May 2019 - now
      Accessible Technology SME

      Provide accessibility services on a contract basis. Training in various Assistive Technology software. Web Accessibility Testing (508/WCAG 2.0), Document Remediation, and User Experience Testing.Disability Advocacy.Job Coaching and Training. Ergonomic Assessments and Recommendations. Open to negotiation for long term contract or full-time employment. Working towards DHS Trusted Trainer Certification. I had a 6C Public Trust Clearance (TS non-military) at my previous position.and have no issues getting any type of clearance. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Christopher Griffin
      2013 Top Tech of the Year TCS Associates Feb 2014
    • Awarded to Christopher Griffin
      2011 Top Tech of the Year TCS Associates Dec 2011