Daniel T. Horning

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Daniel T. Horning

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IT Management Professional

Innovative IT professional with over 20 years of experience designing, managing, and securing scalable systems across public and private sectors. Highly skilled in leading technical teams, managing enterprise platforms, implementing cybersecurity controls, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Passionate about accessibility, technical education, and creative technologies.

Technical Skills

Platforms & Tools

  • Microsoft 365 Administration
  • Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence)
  • Exchange Online & SharePoint
  • Microsoft Visual Studio
  • Windows/Linux Servers & Desktops

Cloud, Compliance & Standards

  • Microsoft Azure & AWS
  • NIST/CMMC Compliance
  • NYS/Federal Policy Compliance
  • WCAG 2.0/2.1 Accessibility
  • ISO Security Standards

Languages & Databases

  • C#, PHP, JavaScript
  • ASP.NET (Razor/Blazor/MVC)
  • PL/SQL & T-SQL
  • Oracle & MS SQL Server
  • MySQL

Professional Experience

Chief Executive Officer & Founder

American Digital Services, LLC
1998 – Present
  • Leads an IT consultancy focused on compliance-driven infrastructure and cybersecurity.
  • Manages client infrastructures, including full administration of Microsoft 365 and Atlassian suites.
  • Directs compliance readiness (NIST/CMMC), cloud architecture (Azure/AWS), and user access management.
  • Develops WCAG-compliant websites and custom web applications.

Systems Administrator

Design & Disaster Recovery Consulting, Ltd.
2006
  • Maintained enterprise-level server infrastructure for government contracts, including Windows Servers, Exchange, Cisco Unity, and LENEL access control systems.

Education

Associate Degree – Business Management (Cybersecurity Focus)

Eastern Gateway Community College
2021

Continuing Education

Microsoft Partner Network

Ongoing training in Microsoft enterprise applications, cloud security, and IT management practices.