Brent L. Ricks

Cloud Solution Architect & Technical Trainer

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Saint George, UT
Federal Project Experience
brent.ricks@gmail.com

Professional Summary

Cloud Solution Architect with 20+ years of experience designing, developing, and deploying enterprise-grade applications, integrations, and secure DevOps pipelines. Specializing in Fusion Development—integrating low-code/no-code platforms like Power Platform with pro-code solutions including .NET Blazor, .NET MAUI, Azure Logic and Function apps, custom connectors, and API integrations.

Expert in Azure DevOps (both on-premises and Azure DevOps Services), GitHub, Copilot, Copilot Studio, and database integration (MongoDB, Cosmos DB, SQL Server). Skilled in custom SharePoint solutions and PowerShell.

Microsoft Certified Trainer delivering high-impact training on Power Platform, PowerShell, UI/UX design, and art-based visual principles to internal Microsoft teams, Federal agencies, and enterprise customers—including the United States Air Force and Marines, and the Department of Defense Office of the Inspector General.

Core Competencies

Cloud & DevSecOps

Azure Functions/Apps, Azure DevOps (On-Prem & Services), GitHub Actions, GitHub Copilot

Full-Stack Development

.NET Blazor, .NET MAUI, ASP.NET MVC, JavaScript, C#, jQuery

APIs & Integration

REST/Graph API design, API security, Custom Connector development for Power Platform

Microsoft Solutions

Custom SharePoint Solutions, SPFx, PowerShell automation, custom web parts

Power Platform

Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Pages, Dataverse, Fusion Development

Databases

Cosmos DB, MongoDB, SQL Server, MySQL

Professional Experience

Cloud Solution Architect
Microsoft Federal – Cloud & AI
Jul 2022 – Present
  • Architect and deliver custom enterprise solutions using Power Platform, Azure Functions, APIs, and SharePoint Framework
  • Design and manage Azure DevOps (on-prem and Services) and GitHub Actions
  • Build and deploy custom connectors for Power Platform and integrate with internal/external APIs
  • Prepare and deliver technical documentation and training for the DoD and other Federal teams
  • Instruct internal Microsoft employees and customers on UI/UX best practices, design principles, and visually driven solution architecture
Customer Engineer
Microsoft Federal
Jul 2020 – Jun 2022
  • Develop hybrid cloud integrations leveraging Cosmos DB, MongoDB, Blazor, and .NET MAUI
  • Built custom SharePoint Online and Power Platform solutions integrating with Azure services and APIs
  • Delivered API-driven solutions through custom connectors and secure data gateways
  • Provided tailored technical workshops for Federal clients, including DoD teams
Premier Field Engineer
Microsoft
May 2019 – Jun 2020
  • Developed custom SharePoint web parts, workflows, and integration points
  • Supported Azure Functions, Azure Data Factory, and on-premises DevOps tooling
  • Deliver advanced code reviews for enterprise clients including Starbucks and Edward Jones
  • Lead CritSit resolution efforts for high-profile commercial customers
Senior Software Engineer II
Raytheon Company
Oct 2014 – Apr 2019
  • Solely designed, developed, and maintained a CMS and multiple custom .NET MVC and SharePoint-based applications
  • Design and maintain multiple sites using SharePoint 2010 and 2013
  • Created and integrated REST APIs with backend databases for secure data exchange
  • Work with customers on an individual basis to provide training/support to computer systems and applications as needed
Web Software Developer 3/Graphics
Northrop Grumman
2011 – 2014
  • Designed and developed enterprise applications, databases, and user interfaces using .NET MVC4, SQL Server, and integrated SharePoint solutions
  • Interacted with team members in support of developing site concept, interface design, and architecture of assigned websites and databases
  • Involved in complete software lifecycle, including software design, development, testing, deployment and maintenance
  • Designed, developed, troubleshot, and implemented software code for complex database driven web applications in support of the US Army Intelligence Center at Ft. Huachuca Arizona
Web Designer/Developer & Graphic Designer
Maricopa County Attorney's Office
Jan 2006 – Oct 2010
  • Developed and maintained multiple websites including maricopacountyattorney.org with comprehensive content management
  • Produced large and small scale projects including interactive Flash applications, 3D models and detailed web-based marketing campaigns
  • Designed and published MCAO Annual Report and multiple recurring online newsletters for public information
  • Trained employees in web development tools and technical concepts, bridging technical and non-technical communication
Web Designer
US Forest Service, Tonto National Forest
Aug 2004 – Jan 2006
  • Managed daily operations of Tonto, Kaibab & Prescott National Forest websites and intranet systems
  • Created multimedia presentations for Regional Forester and Acting Forest Supervisor, implemented nationally
  • Developed interactive fire progress maps during fire seasons, working closely with media outlets and fire personnel
  • Received Forest Service Achievement Award for exceptional technical consulting to USDA Washington, D.C.

Certifications & Applied Skills

Microsoft Applied Skills: Create and Manage Canvas Apps with Power Apps
(2025)
Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals
(2024)
Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Fundamentals
(2023)
Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
(2019)
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
(2019)
Microsoft Certified Trainer
(2019 - Present)
Microsoft Certified Professional
(2014)
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: SharePoint 2010
(2013)

Education

Master of Science

Software Development

Grand Canyon University

(2024)

Bachelor of Applied Science

Multimedia/Web Design

Arizona State University

(2005)

Associate of Applied Science

Animation Arts & Design

Art Institute of Phoenix

(2001)

Technologies & Skills

Languages & Frameworks
  • C# & ASP.NET MVC
  • .NET Blazor & MAUI
  • JavaScript & jQuery
  • HTML5 & CSS
  • XML & JSON
Development Tools
  • Azure DevOps
  • GitHub & Git
  • Visual Studio
  • PowerShell
  • Power Platform
Cloud & Data
  • Microsoft Azure
  • SQL Server
  • Cosmos DB
  • REST APIs
  • Graph API
Operating Systems
  • Windows Server
  • Linux
  • macOS
Creative Tools
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Autodesk Products
  • 3D Modeling
Database Technologies
  • SQL Server Management
  • MongoDB
  • MySQL