Joseph Hurston | Director, Protiviti

About Me

Experienced IT professional possessing over 20 years of executive leadership and technical experience with a proven track record of superior performance. I specialize in the API Economy, Digital Transformation, Business Process Automation, AI/Machine Learning, System Integration/Connectivity, and Business Rules Development/Management, driving key results and developing Cloud-based solutions.

Known for fostering collaboration and building high-performing teams, I enable organizations to leverage cutting-edge solutions to solve complex challenges. With expertise in AI, data integration, and business automation, I focus on aligning advanced technology with business goals to achieve impactful results.

Executive Leadership Solution Architecture System Integration Business Process Automation API Management Technical Sales Project Management

Work Experience

Aug 2024 – Present

Director

Protiviti · Atlanta, GA

Leading enterprise architecture and global solutions development with a focus on driving AI adoption and cloud native development strategies for clients across industries.

Enterprise Architect
Global Solutions Development Leader
AI Adoption
Cloud Native Development

2022 – Aug 2024

Sr. Solutions Architect

Amazon Web Services · Atlanta, GA

Serving as trusted advisor and technical advocate for Fortune 500 multi-industry customer. Align initiatives and efforts that support the long-term vision and goals of the customer. Responsible for architectural consistency and ensuring alignment of AWS services to address customer business problems.

Co-create solutions with clients, applying technical skills and expertise
Engage and influence executive stakeholders on various projects/initiatives
Lead internal teams to create MVPs for the customer

2019 – 2022

Technical Sales Leader

IBM · Atlanta, GA

Led the public sector team of technical sellers representing IBM's broad Hybrid Cloud Software portfolio, including Automation, AIOps, and Data & AI.

Worked with the Technical Specialist team to direct their efforts in achievement of strategic and operational targets
Managed career development and performance management of team members
Communicated strategic direction and key initiatives for IBM's Cloud & Cognitive Solutions

2016 – 2019

Worldwide Technical Sales Leader

IBM · Atlanta, GA

Led the worldwide technical sales team for IBM's Hybrid Cloud technology portfolio that includes Automation, Data & AI, and AIOps.

Delivered quality technical acceleration materials (presentations, PoCs, demos) to clients and IBMers
Provided up-to-date technical enablement materials for the IBM Technical Sales teams
Fostered worldwide collaboration for the technical sales community

2013 – 2016

Director of Technology

Virtusa · Atlanta, GA

Responsible for building the IBM BPM practice while managing personnel and customer projects. Served as the subject matter expert for IBM BPM across the BPM practice.

Led project implementations and assisted in presales activities
Trusted advisor to customer key stakeholders
Identified and closed new project/program opportunities
Responded to RFPs/RFIs and conducted oral presentations to the client

2003 – 2013

Worldwide IT Architect / IT Specialist

IBM · Atlanta, GA

Worldwide technical business development leader for IBM business partners. Focused on BPM/BPA enablement and adoption by IBM business partners.

Developed and implemented business partner technical enablement curriculum
Architected customer solutions with business partners based on IBM technology
Presented at conferences and meetups representing the IBM brand

2000 – 2003

IT Specialist

IBM (formerly CrossWorlds Software) · Birmingham, AL

Application specialist responsible for customer implementations, support, and maintenance. Team technical lead for various projects.

Served as Technical team leader for various customers
Served as Integration expert for various CRM and ERP applications
Created technical documentation and presentations of implementations

Skills

Architecture

App Integration

Process Automation

DevOps

Edge Computing

AI / ML

Education

Bachelor of Science

Management Information Systems

University of Alabama at Huntsville

Certifications & Credentials

Technical Specialist Profession Certification – Level 3

IBM

Oct 2021

IBM Profession Champion

IBM

Dec 2021

Watson Assistant Foundations

IBM

Feb 2021

AIOps Technical Specialist

IBM

Jan 2021

IBM Selling Profession Certification – Experienced

IBM

Oct 2020

IBM Recognized Teacher/Educator

IBM

May 2020

TOGAF Level 1 Certified Solution Architect

The Open Group

Nov 2016

Architect Profession Certification – Level 1

IBM

Nov 2016

IBM Quantum Conversations

IBM

Jan 2021

Application Integration Specialty Level 2

IBM

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Credly

Awards & Recognition

2008, 2019, 2021

Hundred Percent Club

IBM

2021

Technical Professional Certification

IBM

2013

Excellence Award

IBM

2010

Bravo Award

IBM

Community & Volunteer

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc

Technology Incubator Committee Chairperson

One Henry Professional Services Sub-Committee · 2015 – 2018

Board Member

Guardian Hands Foundation, Inc · 2015 – 2019

Committee Member

One Henry, Professional Services Board · 2015 – 2018

Henry County Youth Sports Coach/Mentor

Habitat for Humanity Volunteer

Get In Touch

I'm always open to discussing new opportunities, collaborations, or just connecting.

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