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JIRA CONSULTING I've been involved with over 1,000 project teams in Jira during my 10+ years as an Atlassian Architect. These projects came from all business functions, and there were a few that I helped grow into 500-1,000 person initiatives. While working with 3M, the user presence went from 2,000 users to over 14,000. I was able to scale our operations along with this exponential growth and received several customer services accolades even though the size of our team stayed the same. I have an extensive background in agile, process improvement, and lean six sigma. After running many successful installations, upgrades, integrations with other systems, and optimization projects within this space - I take pride in delivering a quality experience & empowering end-users. PROJECT/PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT I have led more than a dozen projects over the past few years within the software development space. Leveraging my PMP, Agile Scrum Master, & Product Owner certifications - these have largely been a success. I enjoy being able to work with teams around the globe and have been able run projects in a wide variety of businesses: Medical, Sales, Automotive, Aerospace, Personal Safety, & End-user training.

Nathan Ruhl Staff System Engineer / Atlassian Admin Nathan Ruhl is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in the world of technology. With a career journey that began in database development and has encompassed roles as a web developer, Jira administrator, and technical team lead, Nathan brings a wealth of experience to the table. His primary areas of expertise lie in software development, agile methodologies, and the administration of Jira and Confluence. Nathan's ability to understand the unique needs of engineering teams and his knack for analyzing complex problem statements to devise effective solutions have earned him a reputation as a valuable resource. Nathan is well-versed in a range of technologies and tools, including Jira, Confluence, Scriptrunner, JWME, and various add-ons related to Atlassian products. He leverages his development background to create custom scripts that enhance Atlassian solutions. Nathan's commitment to excellence has not gone unnoticed, as he has received accolades for his pivotal role in migrating his current company to a unified cloud instance. His track record includes multiple awards for improving efficiency and streamlining processes. With a passion for helping teams become more efficient through the Atlassian suite of products, Nathan Ruhl is dedicated to making a positive impact on organizations and their technological journeys.

🧠 Senior Technical Project Manager | Scrum Master | Jira & Confluence Expert | Agile Delivery Coach I help organizations streamline product delivery, align cross-functional teams, and implement scalable Agile practices—especially in fast-paced, regulated, or highly technical environments. With over 20 years of experience across web, software, mobile, and data-driven platforms, I specialize in bridging the gap between business priorities and technical execution through clear communication, hands-on leadership, and process-driven results. ✅ What I Bring to Your Team: - Technical PM leadership across Engineering, QA, DevOps & Data - Full-cycle Agile delivery & Jira workflow automation - Executive-ready dashboards, sprint reports & KPI tracking - Vendor coordination, budget reporting, & contract management - Strong hands-on understanding of software architecture and dev tools I’ve led high-impact initiatives in healthcare, pharma, SaaS, finance, and sports tech, with successful outcomes for startups, agencies, and enterprise clients. Whether you need a Jira consultant, interim Head of Product/Engineering, or delivery-focused Program Manager, I can quickly step in to bring structure, momentum, and clarity. Tools I work with regularly: Jira, Confluence, GitLab/Github, Bitbucket, AWS, Pivotal Tracker, Notion, Trello, Asana, PowerPoint/Slides, Excel/Sheets, Word/Docs 🔧 Let’s connect if you’re looking for: - AI-powered Jira automation for product lifecycle - Agile coaching or delivery audits - Executive reporting, dashboards, and portfolio visibility - Hands-on project management to hit delivery goals Your “go-to” technologist and delivery partner, Javier Rivera

Most Jira and SharePoint environments don’t fail because of the tools — they fail because workflows, permissions, and governance were never designed end-to-end. I help organizations fix messy Jira and Confluence setups and, when needed, align them with Microsoft 365 (SharePoint, Entra, Exchange) so teams can actually execute instead of fighting their systems. With 10+ years of experience, I design, migrate, and optimize Jira, Confluence, and SharePoint environments for teams that need reliability, clarity, and scalability — not duct-taped workarounds. Atlassian (Jira, JSM, Confluence) • Jira project, workflow, automation, and permission architecture • Jira Service Management setup (SLAs, queues, request types) • Reporting & visibility (dashboards, SLAs, BigPicture, Tempo) • Cloud migrations, consolidation, and instance cleanup • Confluence spaces, templates, knowledge bases, and governance Microsoft 365 / SharePoint • SharePoint information architecture and site design • Permission models, document management, and metadata strategy • Integration with Teams, Power Automate, and Jira • Governance, compliance, and lifecycle management Solutions Architecture & Optimization • Workflow and process analysis • Jira ↔ SharePoint ↔ Teams integrations • Training, adoption, and best-practice enablement 🌟Why Work With Me • System-Level Thinking – I don’t just configure tools; I design how work flows across Jira, Confluence, and Microsoft 365. • Business-First Design – Every workflow, permission, and automation maps to real business processes. • Proven Delivery – Successful implementations for startups, mid-size companies, and enterprise teams with measurable improvements in delivery and adoption. If your Jira environment is hard to manage, your SharePoint setup is chaotic, or your tools don’t work together, let’s fix it properly. Message me to discuss your current state and the fastest path to a clean, scalable solution.

Skills: Designated Atlassian Expert. Administrator on Atlassian Stack - JIRA, JIRA Service Management (JSM) and Confluence; 10+ yrs experience running administration for a company of 10,001+ employees, global wide Administrator on Slack - Enterprise Grid; 3 yrs experience running administration for a company of 10,001+ employees, global wide. Built workflows, setup workspaces, permissions, provisioning with Azure, Okta, Google Workspace. Expert level knowledge on JIRA/JSM functionality (data center, server and Cloud versions): custom workflows, advanced workflows (behaviors, post functions, validators and conditions), project automations, permissions setup, custom field design, governance on JIRA instances, JSM customization setup, Operations and Assets. Have customized from scratch over 150 JSM projects and JIRA Projects. Ran several projects as lead architect with strategy design to managing successful implementation. Knowledge Management - tools familiar with: SharePoint, Confluence, Drupal Project Management - 8+ years managing projects Consultation on Design - 7 years of consulting with teams on architecture setup for managing projects Linux - 8+ years of working in Linux environments Analytics tools - Google and Matomo Marketing and Design - Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Adobe Express, Illustrator)

Summary: Highly skilled and experienced Atlassian Administrator and consultant with over 10 years of experience in implementing and managing complex Atlassian environments. Proficient in customizing and integrating JIRA with other systems, as well as training users and providing technical support. Demonstrated ability to deliver successful projects on time and within budget, including experience with successful Jira and Confluence migrations. The past 4 years I have operated as a consultant, working for over 100 companies big and small to help standardize their ecosystem to best practices. Skills: • Extensive knowledge of Atlassian administration and customization • Experience in integrating Jira with other systems such as Slack, Teams, and Smartsheets • Strong problem-solving and communication skills • Ability to train users and provide technical support • Proficient in project management and agile methodologies, including experience with migrations • Familiar with Atlassian tools and plugins such as Jira Service Manager, Opsgenie, Confluence, ScriptRunner, JSU automation, AIO Reports, and more Experience: Chief Atlassian Architect at Hammer Consultants (April 2018 – Present) • Implemented and managed a large-scale Atlassian environment for the organization, including customizations and integrations with other systems • Provided technical support and training to users to ensure successful adoption of Jira • Worked closely with teams to ensure successful project delivery using agile methodologies • Created and maintained documentation for processes and procedures related to Jira • Maintained and optimized the Atlassian environment through regular updates and upgrades • Led successful Jira/Confluence migrations for multiple clients, including data migration, integration with other systems, and user training Atlassian Solutions Architect at Cprime (April 2021 – Dec 2022) • Served as the architect on dozens of projects, instructing system admins on how to build scalable solutions • Advised and provided solutions for migration teams, including resource management and scoping Atlassian Admin at Medical Mutual and Goodyear (June 2014 – Sep 2019) • Created standardization process to keep Jira upkeep as simple as possible • Served as a scrum master and triage in addition to Jira admin duties Atlassian Principal Solutions Consultant (Apr 2018 - Present) Demonstrated success in 100+ environments, ranging from startups to enterprises. Expertise in Datacenter, Server, and Cloud solutions tailored for business growth. Impactful Migrations: Led successful Server to Cloud Migrations for industry leaders, such as HP and Guitar Center. Navigate complex data privacy and audit requirements with precision. Business-Centric Solutions: Customized internal migrations for enhanced efficiency, aligning projects with company objectives. Tech debt cleanup strategies for streamlined operations and cost-effectiveness. Advanced Roadmaps for Strategic Management: Implemented scalable architectures for advanced roadmaps, optimizing strategic project management. Atlassian Mastery for Business Growth: Supported by a team of seasoned administrators proficient in Confluence, Jira Software, Jira Work Management, Jira Service Manager, Ops Genie, Jira Align, and more. Automation solutions to boost productivity and reduce operational costs. Invest in Excellence: Elevate your business with strategic insights, seamless migrations, and optimized operations. Ready to collaborate with your team for unparalleled success. Let's explore how our expertise aligns with your business goals.Strategic Consulting Excellence: Demonstrated success in 100+ environments, ranging from startups to enterprises. Expertise in Datacenter, Server, and Cloud solutions tailored for business growth. Impactful Migrations: Led successful Server to Cloud Migrations for industry leaders, such as HP and Guitar Center. Navigate complex data privacy and audit requirements with precision. Business-Centric Solutions: Customized internal migrations for enhanced efficiency, aligning projects with company objectives. Tech debt cleanup strategies for streamlined operations and cost-effectiveness. Advanced Roadmaps for Strategic Management: Implemented scalable architectures for advanced roadmaps, optimizing strategic project management. Atlassian Mastery for Business Growth: Supported by a team of seasoned administrators proficient in Confluence, Jira Software, Jira Work Management, Jira Service Manager, Ops Genie, Jira Align, and more. Automation solutions to boost productivity and reduce operational costs. Invest in Excellence: Elevate your business with strategic insights, seamless migrations, and optimized operations. Ready to collaborate with your team for unparalleled success. Let's explore how our expertise aligns with your business goals.