Monica is a talented and versatile IT professional with a lifelong passion for technology and a flair for creativity. She has been captivated by computers since an early age and embarked on a remarkable journey in the field of information technology.

With expertise in front- and back-end technologies such as HTML/CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, and PHP, Monica brings a wealth of knowledge to web application development. She is also well-versed in working with both relational and non-relational databases, employing various query languages to drive efficient data management. Additionally, Monica has extensive experience with Unix/Linux systems, including the Linux shell and CLI, having mastered different distributions throughout her career.

As the Senior Systems Engineer at cloudPWR, Monica has made significant contributions to a wide range of projects. She began her journey on the support team for the Washington State Department of Health’s Medical Cannabis program, quickly progressing to roles involving development, operations, and hybrid cloud infrastructure maintenance. Monica is also highly skilled in client consulting for IT solutions and has played a pivotal role in building and maintaining products for esteemed government agencies.

Monica holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology - Software from Western Governors University. She has also earned an Associate of Applied Technology in Computer Information Systems from Clover Park Technical College, as well as an Associate of Science in Computer Network Engineering and a Certificate of Computer System Administration from Pierce College.

Beyond her technical achievements, Monica's creativity shines through her skills in crafting and digital illustration. Her ability to combine technology and artistic flair brings a unique perspective to her work. She thrives on critical thinking and problem-solving challenges, constantly adapting to new roles and responsibilities in the ever-evolving IT landscape.

Passionate, diligent, and highly skilled, Monica is an asset in any fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Her ability to navigate complex technical landscapes and deliver innovative solutions sets her apart as a reliable and capable IT professional.

In her free time, Monica enjoys indulging her crafty whims, baking, playing Magic the Gathering, retro gaming, YouTube rabbit holes, and spending time with her cat.