John Blount Jr

John Blount Jr. is an experienced Cloud Solutions Architect currently serving at HUD OIG since June 2021, with a prior role as IT Specialist. Additionally, John has been a Small Business IT Consultant at Gyver Contracting since October 2008, focusing on implementing IT policies and ensuring system functionality. Previous positions include Deputy Chief of Knowledge Management at the Defense Health Agency, Regional Web Services Lead at Naval Medical Forces Atlantic, and IT Specialist in the US Navy, where significant contributions included leading training initiatives and streamlining processes for cost savings. John's extensive technical background also includes SharePoint administration and development roles at Day & Zimmermann and Lockheed Martin, along with experience in system migration and network management. John holds multiple degrees and certifications, including a Bachelor's in Leadership from Old Dominion University and ongoing studies in Executive Leadership at Liberty University.