Paul Devlin

About Paul Devlin

I’m a Data Analyst and Palantir Maven Developer supporting NORAD and USNORTHCOM mission operations, focused on building reliable data pipelines, analytics systems, and decision-support tools inside secure Department of Defense environments.My work centers on transforming complex operational data into actionable insights for command leadership. I design and maintain data pipelines, analytical workflows, and reporting systems that integrate multiple data sources while ensuring reliability, governance, and operational usability.I have hands-on experience working across Palantir Maven / Foundry, Advana, Databricks, and the Microsoft Power Platform, building enterprise analytics solutions that improve situational awareness and reduce manual data handling for operational teams.Previously, I led development teams delivering Power Platform, Power BI, and SharePoint solutions supporting command and control operations and knowledge management initiatives. My background also includes full-stack development and enterprise data integration, which helps bridge the gap between engineering teams and mission stakeholders.Across these roles I’ve focused on:• Building enterprise data pipelines and analytics workflows• Integrating structured and unstructured data sources• Designing operational dashboards and reporting systems• Automating data processes to improve reliability and speed• Supporting command-level decision-making in secure environmentsBefore transitioning into data and software development, I served as a Non-Commissioned Officer in the United States Marine Corps and United States Army, leading teams in mission-critical operational environments. That experience continues to shape how I approach problem solving, teamwork, and accountability in high-stakes technology programs.My current focus is advancing in data engineering, AI-enabled analytics platforms, and enterprise data architecture, building systems that deliver reliable insights where operational decisions matter most.

Experience

1. Data Analyst

   Agile Defense

   Nov 2025 — Present · Colorado Springs, CO, US

   Support NORAD & USNORTHCOM mission operations as a Data Analyst and Palantir Maven Developer, focused on building data pipelines, advanced analytics, and automation solutions within secure DoD environments.Design, implement, and optimize data pipelines across Palantir Foundry/Maven, Advana, and Databricks, integrating structured and unstructured data to improve accessibility, reporting accuracy, and mission insights. Develop data models, transformations, and automation scripts that enhance operational decision-making and reduce manual data handling.Leverage Palantir’s AIP/Maven platform to design analytical workflows, knowledge graphs, and visualization layers supporting cross-command situational awareness. Collaborate closely with command stakeholders and data owners to map data dependencies, standardize formats, and implement data governance best practices.Work on Advana enterprise data environments to consolidate command-level datasets and ensure synchronization across disparate systems, improving speed and reliability of enterprise analytics. Utilize Databricks for ETL processing, model development, and large-scale data transformation.Partner with development teams to identify opportunities for process automation and AI integration, enabling predictive analytics and real-time data-driven decision support. Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity, data handling, and operational continuity standards.Key Skills:Palantir Maven/Foundry · Advana · Databricks · Data Engineering · ETL Pipelines · Data Modeling · SQL · Python · Power BI · Process Automation · Artificial Intelligence Integration · DoD Data Systems · Secure Cloud Architecture

Education

• Technical College of the Rockies

  Post certification

  2013 — 2013

• Colorado Mesa University

  Computer Science

  2014 — 2017

• Galvanize Inc

  Computer Software Engineering

• Body Design University

  Health and Physical Education/Fitness

  2018 — 2019