Christopher Griffin

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