Peter Scholten
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LinkedIn • Charleston, SC 29407
Sr. SharePoint Architect | Sr. Enterprise Applications
Architect
Results-driven professional, known for designing and implementing innovative enterprise application solutions to drive
business transformation and efficiency, with Secret Clearance.
I am skilled in leveraging SharePoint and M365 platforms to optimize collaboration and content management. Expert at developing robust,
scalable enterprise application architectures. Proficient in modern application solutions and integration strategies to enhance operational
workflows. Experienced in leading technology innovation projects, aligning IT capabilities with business objectives. Adept at creating and
executing comprehensive digital transformation roadmaps. Recognized for implementing best practices and ensuring compliance with
industry standards. Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget.
Areas of Expertise
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Enterprise Application Architecture
Scalable Application Development
Digital Transformation Strategy
Content Management Systems
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Technology Innovation Management
Integration Strategy Implementation
Operational Workflow Optimization
Cross-Functional Team Leadership
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Compliance and Best Practices
M365 Modern Collaboration
SharePoint Solution Design
IT Capability Alignment
Technical Proficiencies
SharePoint Server, SharePoint Designer, SharePoint Administration, SharePoint Server Subscription Edition (SE), ShareGate Migration Tool,
Microsoft SQL Server, SharePoint, .NET Framework, Microsoft Azure, Office 365, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Nintex, Microsoft
Power Apps, Power BI, Power Platform, Power Apps, Power Automate, ASP.NET, PowerShell, Internet Information Services (IIS), InfoPath,
Enterprise Architecture, Requirements Analysis, Business Intelligence (BI), C#, MS Office, HTML, JavaScript, Active Directory, Systems
Administration, Scripting, Hardware, Microsoft Window Server , O365, AI, Dataverse, Office 365 Tenant and Framework, SharePoint Super
User, Dynamics 365applications, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Creative Suite, Dynamics CRM, Nintex
Forms,
Professional Experience
Gritter Francona, Rockville, MD (Remote)
Tooling Program Manager
2024 Nov – 2025 Jan
SharePoint O365 Administration
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Created a Staff On-boarding Site using the collaboration SharePoint template.
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Created content Types w/ Site columns. To make the On-Boarding site relational with look-up columns.
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Built automated Flows for new notifications, when a user was hired, a welcome email was sent to the user with a welcome
to the company verbiage email. Only certain users had access to the site/list, and when an item was submitted to the list
unique permissions were assigned using automate.
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Worked on EDO Assignments. Creating RACI’s, and PowerPoint decks.
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I went through a background check and was given interim secret clearance.
Kirkland & Ellis, Chicago, IL (Remote)
Manager Senior SharePoint Architect/Microsoft Power Platform Architect
2010 June – 2024 Nov
Implemented best practices for maintaining SharePoint sites and resolving end-user issues, to ensure optimal performance and user
satisfaction. Supported senior IT professionals and staff during the installation and customization of SharePoint systems, to ensure
seamless integration. Trained employees on new tools and troubleshooting techniques, to improve IT proficiency and integration with other
company IT tools. Architected comprehensive SharePoint solutions for versions- and Office 365/SP Online, to ensure robust and
scalable systems. Provided technical design, build, test, and go-live consulting services, to ensure successful project implementation.
Developed client-side components using search API, Microsoft Graph, AngularJS, and React frameworks, to enhance application
functionality. Planned and executed content migrations to various SharePoint platforms, to ensure data integrity and smooth transitions.
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Optimized information management systems, by implementing shared infrastructure for enhanced efficiency.
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Developed and built robust system architecture models, by applying firsthand experience to ensure scalability.
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Enhanced document management and information architecture taxonomy, by architecting effective organizational structures.
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Created governance plans and technical blueprints, for future planning of enterprise line of business systems.
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Led teams of developers, by managing resources, planning capacity, and structuring development sprints to meet project deadlines.
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Conducted requirements analysis and definition, to ensure alignment with business goals while maintaining traceability oversight.
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Improved security and user access, by designing security/authorization and single sign-on solutions.
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Increased user acceptance by designing intuitive UX while conducting comprehensive user acceptance testing.
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Facilitated knowledge transfer, by creating training materials and quick reference guides for development teams.
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Planned disaster recovery and high availability solutions, to ensure system resilience and continuity.
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Contributed to business development, by providing software development estimations, sales demos, and training sessions.
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Managed multiple projects simultaneously, by multitasking effectively and ensuring successful project completion.
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Converted InfoPath forms into Power Apps, using the Power BI suite.
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Built the on-premises BI gateway to access the full functionality of the Power BI tools.
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Used SharePoint’s Rest API to move data back and forth within SharePoint.
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Created Business Data Connections (API’s) to pull data into SharePoint.
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Dataverse experience when creating Power BI Apps.
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Experience building VueJS progressive web apps with a SharePoint 2019 backend
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SharePoint Super User Across All SharePoint Platforms
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SharePoint Migrations to 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, and cloud tenant.
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Brand management, creative strategy, marketing, site merchandising, project management experience
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Held weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings to keep users base up to date on SharePoint activities.
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Integrated SharePoint with Microsoft Dynamics. Creating real-time dashboards.
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Used Abode Creative Suite to create dynamic high resolution images for use in the intranet site.
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Techno-Functional knowledge on MS Dynamics 365 CRM Sales & Field Services and end to end customization
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Complete process flow understanding and experience in key areas Sales, Marketing, Case Management and Field service.
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Experience with Dynamics CRM to step back and recommend and / implement Dynamics CRM best practices including any
structure, grooming/clean-up, or basic changes as may be needed to properly conform with the standard Dynamics CRM
workflows and thus facilitate efficient use of the system.
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Provide some level of ad-hoc end user training as needed for Dynamics CRM modules, workflows, or general questions
coming from end-users.
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Facilitate workshops to develop business requirements; create demonstrations to provide proof of concept; plan and assist
the team.
Kirkland & Ellis, Chicago, IL (Remote)
Sr. Supervisor Enterprise Applications Architect
2023 Jan – 2024 Nov
Defined applications and established architecture principles, to lead digital transformation and manage data migration, security, and privacy.
Guided application stakeholders through the ARB process, by diagramming current and future states of applications and collaborating with
Risk and Security teams to meet standards. Determined technology system architecture and functional design, to support and meet company
business goals. Assisted management and stakeholders in evaluating the business mission, to ensure effective use of IT assets. Documented
processes using architectural models such as Visio, draw.io, and PowerPoint, generating graphic representations of system architecture.
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Secured a 95% ARB approval rating, by effectively leading stakeholders through the ARB process and ensuring compliance.
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Enhanced project-level details, by setting context, defining common elements, and creating patterns and standards.
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We received a 95% positive customer feedback rating, by demonstrating efficiency and strong problem-solving skills.
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Optimized information management systems, by implementing shared infrastructure for enhanced efficiency.
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Improved IT system performance, security, and efficiency, by evaluating and addressing existing weaknesses.
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Completed multiple projects simultaneously, by multitasking effectively and ensuring successful outcomes.
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Built robust system architecture models, by developing and applying The Enterprise Framework.
The Glenture Group (Remote)
SharePoint Consultant
2010 March – 2010 June
Delivered consulting services to customers who are looking to adopt Microsoft’s SharePoint technology platform, or help them
update their current platform whether that be 2007 or 2010.
GoGo, Itasca, IL, (Hybrid)
SharePoint Administrator
2008Jan – 2010 March
Designed and planned MOSS architecture, by performing requirements gathering. Configured Shared Service Provider and Search,
to index network file shares. Created SharePoint site collections, sub-sites, pages, document libraries, and lists, as specified in the
requirements. Developed site content types and deployed them to relevant lists and document libraries. Created custom views and
developed custom content rollup web parts, to display content from multiple lists across multiple sites. Built InfoPath 2007 forms
utilizing managed code, and developed custom web services using C#.NET to interact with custom SQL databases.
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Implemented efficient MOSS architecture, by designing and planning based on gathered requirements.
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Enhanced search functionality, by configuring Shared Service Provider and indexing network file shares.
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Streamlined content management, by creating and organizing site collections, sub-sites, pages, and document libraries.
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Improved user experience, by developing and deploying custom views and content rollup web parts.
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Automated business processes, by designing and developing InfoPath forms with managed code and integrating them with
web services.
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Configured user profiles to import custom AD User attributes, ensuring they are searchable.
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Customized the portal’s look and feel, by modifying Master Page and CSS files, providing a consistent user interface..
Education
Bachelors/CIS | Devry | Addison, IL
Undergrad | Fort Lewis College | Durango, CO
Undergrad | Florida Gulf Coast University | Fort Myers, FL
Certifications
ToGAF – 2023 / Power BI Suite / CompTIA Security+
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