Shafiq Rahman, MBA, MS, MCS, PMP ®

Senior Technology Executive | Technical Program Management | Enterprise Platforms | Cloud & Digital Transformation

Ellicott City, MD | (848) 482-1455 | shafiqs1@gmail.com

Senior technology executive and enterprise transformation leader with 20+ years of experience leading large-scale technology programs, enterprise platforms, cloud modernization, infrastructure transformation, distributed systems initiatives, and cross-functional enterprise delivery across government, healthcare, higher education, and regulated environments.

Proven success leading enterprise-scale technical programs involving cloud migration, platform modernization, enterprise architecture, distributed systems, cybersecurity, data platforms, DevOps transformation, and operational modernization. Experienced managing highly complex cross-functional initiatives spanning engineering, infrastructure, security, operations, product stakeholders, vendors, and executive leadership.

Currently serving as Chief Information & Digital Transformation Officer for the Maryland Department of Transportation, directing enterprise-wide modernization, cloud transformation, platform consolidation, governance, AI strategy, and operational transformation initiatives across statewide transportation systems and enterprise platforms.

Recognized for driving technically complex enterprise programs, leading modernization of mission-critical systems, simplifying large-scale technology initiatives, improving operational resiliency, and building high-performing technical organizations aligned with strategic business priorities.

Strong executive presence with deep expertise in enterprise infrastructure, distributed systems, cloud architecture, enterprise platforms, technical governance, Agile transformation, risk management, and large-scale program execution.. What I bring:

Technical Program Leadership

Enterprise Technical Program Management
Cross-Functional Program Leadership
Large-Scale Platform Delivery
Enterprise Portfolio Governance
Technical Risk & Dependency Management
Executive Stakeholder Alignment
Agile & Hybrid Delivery Leadership
Enterprise PMO Leadership
Organizational Transformation

Cloud, Infrastructure & Platforms

AWS & Microsoft Azure Cloud Architecture
Hybrid Cloud & Multi-Cloud Strategy
Distributed Systems & Enterprise Platforms
High Availability Infrastructure
Data Center Modernization
Infrastructure as Code & Automation
Enterprise Integration Architecture
Platform Consolidation & Modernization
Disaster Recovery & Resiliency

Engineering & Architecture

Enterprise Architecture
Technical Solution Governance
Scalable System Design
Mainframe Modernization
API & Systems Integration
DevOps & CI/CD Enablement
Enterprise Data Platforms
Cybersecurity & Zero Trust
Performance Optimization

Leadership & Strategy

Executive Communication
Technical Team Leadership
Enterprise Transformation Strategy
AI/ML Strategy & Innovation
Vendor & Partner Management
Operational Excellence
Budget & Financial Oversight
Change Management
Mentoring & Talent Development

EXPERIENCE

Chief Information & Digital Transformation Officer (CIO)

Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) | Maryland | 10/2023 - 01/2026

Lead enterprise-wide technology modernization and strategic transformation initiatives across one of Maryland’s largest public-sector operational environments supporting statewide transportation systems, enterprise platforms, workforce systems, and digital infrastructure.

Enterprise Technical Program Leadership

Direct enterprise-scale technical programs involving cloud transformation, enterprise application modernization, AI integration, cybersecurity enhancement, infrastructure modernization, and operational transformation.
Lead cross-functional technology organizations spanning enterprise architecture, cloud engineering, infrastructure operations, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, data platforms, governance, and service delivery.
Manage highly complex enterprise modernization roadmaps involving distributed teams, executive stakeholders, vendors, and external agencies.
Drive strategic alignment between technology delivery, operational priorities, enterprise architecture, and long-term business objectives.

Cloud, Platform & Infrastructure Modernization

Led migration from legacy mainframe environments to scalable cloud-enabled enterprise platforms including modernization of COBOL applications to .NET and Angular-based architectures.
Spearheaded Azure hybrid cloud adoption strategy supporting enterprise scalability, resiliency, disaster recovery, and operational modernization.
Directed modernization of enterprise infrastructure, identity management, cybersecurity controls, enterprise platforms, and statewide service delivery systems.
Established enterprise architecture standards, modernization governance, and platform integration strategies across MDOT operating administrations.

Program Governance & Delivery Excellence

Established enterprise IT governance frameworks supporting portfolio prioritization, delivery oversight, risk management, dependency management, and executive decision-making.
Directed enterprise organizational restructuring to improve agility, operational alignment, delivery execution, and cross-functional collaboration.
Delivered enterprise HRIS transformation supporting over 12,000 employees statewide.
Provide executive reporting on program delivery, modernization progress, enterprise risk, operational performance, and strategic initiatives.

AI, Innovation & Strategic Technology

Lead enterprise AI/ML strategic planning initiatives focused on operational optimization, automation, predictive analytics, and digital modernization.
Collaborate with executive leadership to evaluate emerging technologies, innovation opportunities, enterprise automation, and intelligent systems integration.
Established governance frameworks supporting responsible AI adoption, risk management, compliance, and enterprise scalability.

Director of IT & Enterprise Transformation

The University of Maryland, School of Medicine, Baltimore | 10/2014 - 10/2023

Directed enterprise technology operations, infrastructure modernization, strategic programs, enterprise systems, and large-scale digital transformation initiatives supporting healthcare, clinical, research, and academic operations.

Enterprise Program & Platform Leadership

Led complex enterprise-wide technology programs supporting eight hospitals, clinical operations, research platforms, enterprise infrastructure, and digital healthcare environments.
Managed cross-functional delivery teams supporting enterprise applications, infrastructure engineering, cloud initiatives, cybersecurity, storage, virtualization, analytics, and operations.
Directed enterprise PMO, governance committees, operational modernization initiatives, and technology transformation programs.

Infrastructure & Distributed Systems

Led enterprise infrastructure modernization initiatives including Cisco UCS deployment, virtualization, SAN/NAS modernization, Citrix transformation, and resilient enterprise storage architectures.
Directed enterprise operating system modernization initiatives across distributed healthcare environments improving scalability, performance, and security posture.
Oversaw enterprise backup, disaster recovery, high availability, and operational resiliency programs supporting mission-critical healthcare platforms.

Enterprise Systems & Data Platforms

Led enterprise EMR implementations and integrations involving Epic, Meditech, HL7 interfaces, centralized enterprise databases, and interoperability initiatives.
Directed migration of clinical databases from Sybase to SQL Server enabling centralized enterprise data architecture and improved analytics capabilities.
Built enterprise analytics, reporting, and operational intelligence platforms supporting healthcare operations and executive decision-making.

Technical Delivery & Innovation

Led implementation of next-generation treatment planning systems and enterprise clinical modernization initiatives.
Developed custom enterprise applications, operational dashboards, centralized reporting platforms, and workflow automation systems.
Directed enterprise service management modernization including change management, incident management, operational governance, and automation initiatives.

Leadership & Governance

Established enterprise governance committees including IT Steering Committee, EMR Governance, PMO, and Change Management oversight.
Managed enterprise budgets, vendor relationships, operational planning, staffing, and strategic roadmap development.
Mentored multidisciplinary engineering and infrastructure teams supporting enterprise operations across geographically distributed environments.

University of Maryland Medical System

Manager, Systems| Jan 2012 – October 2014

Managed enterprise infrastructure operations, systems implementations, operational support, and service delivery activities supporting healthcare operations.
Coordinated enterprise technology projects, infrastructure modernization, operational planning, and disaster recovery initiatives.
Supported governance, operational documentation, system administration, and enterprise technology standards.

AVP / Network Engineer

Pendleton Community College, OR | January 2011 – December 2012

Provided strategic leadership and operational oversight for enterprise IT modernization initiatives across infrastructure, telecommunications, academic technologies, and enterprise platforms.
Led current-state assessments and developed multi-phase modernization roadmaps improving operational efficiency, governance maturity, and service delivery capabilities.
Coordinated enterprise technology upgrades, infrastructure modernization initiatives, and operational transformation activities across distributed teams and institutional stakeholders.

EARLY CAREER - INFRASTRUCTURE, SYSTEMS & PLATFORM LEADERSHIP

Progressive leadership experience spanning:

Enterprise infrastructure engineering
Distributed systems administration
Cloud and virtualization technologies
Enterprise networking
Operations management
Technical support organizations
Service delivery modernization
Enterprise systems integration

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS

Master of Science (Management Information Systems) - University of Maryland 2021
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - AK University 2008
Master of Computer Science (MCS) - AK University 2001
PMP (Project Management Professional) - Project Management Institute (PMI) 2026

CORE TECHNOLOGY & STRATEGIC EXPERTISE

TRANSFORMATION ACHIEVEMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Led statewide enterprise modernization initiatives across Maryland transportation systems and enterprise platforms.
Directed migration of legacy mainframe environments to modern cloud-enabled distributed architectures.
Delivered enterprise HRIS transformation supporting 12,000+ employees statewide.
Led infrastructure modernization across multi-site healthcare ecosystems supporting mission-critical clinical environments.
Consolidated enterprise data platforms and interoperability systems across multiple healthcare organizations.
Directed enterprise resiliency, disaster recovery, and operational continuity programs for highly available systems.
Established enterprise governance and portfolio management frameworks improving delivery visibility and operational alignment.
Built and led high-performing multidisciplinary technical organizations supporting enterprise transformation at scale.

TECHNOLOGY ENVIRONMENT

Cloud & Platforms: AWS • Microsoft Azure • Hybrid Cloud • VMware • Citrix • Kubernetes Concepts • Virtualization

Infrastructure & Systems: Windows Server • Linux/UNIX • SAN/NAS • Cisco UCS • High Availability Systems • Disaster Recovery

Enterprise Technologies: ERP • HRIS • EMR/Epic • Meditech • Enterprise Integration • Identity Management • ITSM

Data & Engineering: SQL Server • DB2 • Data Architecture • Analytics Platforms • Reporting Systems • HL7 Interfaces

DevOps & Delivery: Agile Delivery • Change Management • CI/CD Concepts • Infrastructure Automation • Governance Frameworks

Security: Cybersecurity Governance • Zero Trust Concepts • Risk Management • Compliance • Identity & Access Controls

INNOVATION & PUBLICATIONS

Emerging Tech Contributor: Published researcher on the "Risks and Challenges of Telemedicine Implementation during Pandemic" and "Cybersecurity in Applied Radiation Oncology."
Visionary Thought Leadership: Freelance contributor in newspapers and journals on different topics including disaster preparedness and IT resilience.