Peter Borgen

Peter Borgen

Senior Infrastructure & Data Solutions Architect

Phoenix, AZ 85083, United States

#OpenToWork

About

Infrastructure & Solutions Architect with a career spanning defense, aerospace, insurance, and automotive sectors. I design, secure, and operate enterprise-scale platforms — Active Directory, VMware, SQL Server, hybrid cloud (Azure, AWS, GCP), and the network/security stack that ties it all together. My work lands at the intersection of architecture, operations, and program delivery: large migrations done without customer-visible outages, vulnerability remediation, business continuity, and real-world integration across vendors like Cisco, Broadcom, CrowdStrike, Palo Alto, and Cohesity. Most recently Infrastructure Engineer IV at AAA-Mountain West Group, recognized with the Technology Quality Champion Award. Prior classified work includes F-35 ALIS at Luke AFB and NASA Space Network Ground Segment Sustainment under an active National Secret clearance. Currently extending that foundation into AI infrastructure and agent platforms — hands-on with Claude Code, MCP, and self-hosted LLM tooling.

What I'm looking for

Seeking a fully remote Senior Infrastructure or Solutions Architect role on a team building AI-powered systems. Hands-on with Claude Code, MCP, and agent orchestration on a self-hosted AI tier — built on enterprise architecture across VMware, identity, and SQL Server, including NASA SGSS and F-35 ALIS under an active Secret clearance. Arizona-based (MST), async-friendly — seeking an org that treats infrastructure as a product.

Experience

AAA-Mountain West Group (MWG)

Infrastructure Engineer IV

AAA-Mountain West Group (MWG)

Oct 2020 – Apr 2025

Led migration of 30+ enterprise applications from the retiring A3/Smart Home infrastructure to the AAA-MWG domain, including GCP data archiving to support M&A activities. Led the on-prem-to-AWS data center migration from the Sedona, AZ facility, delivered without a customer-visible outage. Work recognized with the Technology Quality Champion Award (2022) for infrastructure delivery and operational quality. Served as operational lead for SQL, Windows, Linux, Storage, and Backup teams, improving performance and service delivery across cross-functional IT operations. Drove hybrid cloud and on-prem modernization, supporting future-state architecture, COE initiatives, and resolution of critical operational issues. Supported enterprise-critical infrastructure governance, including inventory management, risk reviews, change controls, and resiliency checkpoints aligned with ROI standards. Coordinated cross-team delivery and dependencies through structured routines (kickoffs, status reviews, stakeholder forums), proactively managing risks and schedules. Produced executive-level reporting on delivery status, risks, and milestones for senior leadership, audit, and governance forums. Partnered with sponsors, architects, and operations leaders to ensure execution aligned with governance models, risk controls, and operational resiliency objectives. Contributed to technical recovery and business continuity planning, including recovery validation, infrastructure readiness assessments, and resiliency gap analysis with our partners at Cohesity. Conducted infrastructure risk assessments and supported audit and regulatory inquiries with evidence and remediation tracking. Provided architectural and operational expertise across VMware-based cloud hosting, storage, backup, Autosys scheduling, network security, and mainframe-adjacent integrations. Managed offshore database operations (HCL), improving onboarding efficiency and optimizing resource utilization and standardization. Led Active Directory vulnerability remediation in coordination with WINTEL teams to ensure secure, scalable deployments. Worked across complex multi-vendor environments, including Cisco, VMware, Broadcom, CrowdStrike, and Palo Alto.

Active DirectoryAWSVMware
Lockheed Martin | Alis Program 61st Fighter Squadron

Senior System Administrator

Lockheed Martin | Alis Program 61st Fighter Squadron

Jun 2019 – Oct 2020

Administered the F-35 Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS) within a Secret-cleared environment, supporting pilot account provisioning, parts supply tracking, and mission-readiness for active F-35 training operations at Luke AFB. Supported classified and unclassified system compliance, documentation, and operational procedures. Strengthened system security posture through collaboration with cybersecurity teams on enhanced protective controls. Ensured accurate data management, account maintenance, and troubleshooting in accordance with established protocols.

ALISCybersecuritySystem Administration
EXB Solutions | General Dynamics | NASA Space Network Ground Segment Sustainment

Senior Systems Engineer

EXB Solutions | General Dynamics | NASA Space Network Ground Segment Sustainment

Nov 2017 – Oct 2018

Led client-facing infrastructure projects delivering operating system, VMware, and storage solutions across data center mock lab environments. Managed satellite ground network application engineering, integrating new capabilities with existing infrastructure. Oversaw system configurations and upgrades to improve performance, reliability, and operational efficiency across heterogeneous platforms. Drove cross-functional collaboration and applied ITIL-aligned practices to standardize processes and enhance service delivery. Improved network communications, data accessibility, and platform reliability through optimized storage and VMware integrations.

VMwareStorageITIL
CSAA-Insurance Group | Integrated Infrastructure Solutions Group

Systems Integrator V | Solutions Architect | Technical Solutions Systems Delivery

CSAA-Insurance Group | Integrated Infrastructure Solutions Group

Jul 2012 – May 2016

Led cross-functional engineering and architecture teams delivering enterprise-scale infrastructure solutions aligned with evolving business objectives. Defined integration strategies, architecture standards, and technical roadmaps to support scalable, secure, and efficient platforms. Translated complex business requirements into durable infrastructure and platform solutions in partnership with stakeholders and subject matter experts. Directed agile delivery and lifecycle management from solution design through deployment and retirement, adapting quickly to changing priorities. Drove automation of application deployments and refresh cycles, improving efficiency, availability, and operational consistency. Applied rigorous security and compliance controls across all delivered solutions. Strengthened global program execution by establishing integration strategies, standards, and governance aligned with corporate vision.

AutomationSecurity

Education

Bellevue Community College

Bellevue Community College

Pima Community College

Pima Community College

Normandale Community College

Normandale Community College

University of Minnesota Duluth

University of Minnesota Duluth

Edina High School

Edina High School

High School Diploma

Certifications

National Secret Clearance

United States Government

2018 – No expiry

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), MCP+I, MCP

Microsoft

CompTIA Security+

CompTIA

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

Amazon Web Services

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals

Microsoft

Skills

LinuxMacWindows Serverskill buildingCMDBproduction managementprocess improvementClaudeVulnerability MitigationServer ConfigurationSecurity ProtocolsProject ManagementSaaS DeploymentStorage SolutionsITILCybersecuritySystems IntegrationChange ManagementSDLCAutomation

Languages

English (Native or bilingual proficiency)