John Ortiz

About John Ortiz

A passionate high capacity thought leader with 35 years experience responsible for executing organizational vision, and mission. Directs best practice studies, audit projects, and a portfolio of evaluations on technology development, and technology readiness. Collaborates with world class thinkers at executive branch agencies, private industry, academia, and non-profits to advance knowledge on technology readiness, cloud computing, and knowledge-based acquisitions. Creates communities of excellence with our nation\'s world class organizations to establish best practices to transform the way organizations develop, acquire, and produce high-quality products and services. Areas of deep knowledge or “ginosko” include multibillion dollar acquisitions, technology integration in large system of systems projects, and management controls on technology readiness. Sectors include bio detection and surveillance, national defense, computer security, cloud computing, nuclear arms, space, and manufacturing, among others. My passion is to develop, mentor, and support high-caliber professionals and communities, and empower them to deliver high quality products and services that are beneficial, relevant, and timely for the client. Recognized for excellence in leadership with GAO’s Distinguished Service, Meritorious Service, Managing Director, and Agency Teamwork Awards. Holds Top Secret, and Q security clearances

Experience

1. Assistant Director

   Us Government Accountability Office

   Apr 2022 — Present · US

Education

• The University of Alabama in Huntsville

  MSM, Management of Technology

  1993 — 1996

• The University of Alabama in Huntsville

  BSBA, Accounting

  1985 — 1990