Henderson, Nevada

Sunit
S. Carpenter

Principal Data Scientist & Solutions Architect

Transforming complex business challenges into actionable insights through advanced analytics and machine learning

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About Me

Transforming Data into Strategic Insights

Accomplished Principal Data Scientist and Microsoft Solutions Architect with 25+ years of experience delivering data-driven solutions across enterprise software, government, and defense sectors. Proven expertise in machine learning, statistical analysis, and transforming complex business challenges into actionable insights through advanced analytics. Demonstrated success in customer-facing consulting, project delivery, and building scalable data science solutions that drive business impact. Deep Microsoft ecosystem knowledge with extensive SharePoint, Azure, and cloud computing experience.

25+
Years of Experience
100+
Major Projects Delivered
15+
Government Agencies Served
Multiple
Microsoft Awards

Innovation

Leveraging cutting-edge AI and machine learning technologies to solve complex business challenges

Collaboration

Building strong partnerships with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver exceptional results

Results-Driven

Focused on delivering measurable business impact through data-driven solutions and strategic insights

Security Excellence

Maintaining the highest security standards with Top Secret clearance and White House access

Key Achievements

Recognized accomplishments in data science and technology leadership

Built innovative machine learning solution detecting security breaches by Red Team

2015

Developed advanced anomaly detection system that successfully identified security vulnerabilities during penetration testing

US Southern Command Security Division

Developed award-winning automated records management solution using advanced analytics

2015

Created intelligent document classification and management system that significantly improved operational efficiency

US Southern Command

Microsoft Circle of Excellence Award – Presented by Steve Ballmer, CEO

2007

Recognized for outstanding data science contributions and exceptional customer service delivery

Microsoft Corporation

Multiple Microsoft Awards – Outstanding contributions in customer service and data-driven solution delivery

2023

Consistently recognized for excellence in technical delivery and customer satisfaction

Microsoft Corporation

Beyond Technology

When not architecting data solutions, I'm passionate about mentoring the next generation of data scientists, contributing to open-source projects, and exploring the latest advances in artificial intelligence and machine learning. I believe in the transformative power of data to solve real-world problems and create positive impact.

MentoringOpen SourceAI ResearchPublic SpeakingContinuous Learning
Professional Experience

Career Journey & Impact

Over two decades of delivering innovative data science solutions across enterprise, government, and defense sectors

MS

Architect - Microsoft 365 Copilot

Microsoft Corporation

Miami, Florida
July 2024 - PresentCurrent

Provide cutting edge AI solutions for the modern workplace, empowering customers to work smarter and faster with Microsoft 365 & Copilot

Microsoft 365CopilotAzure AIMachine Learning
MS

Architect - Data and Artificial Intelligence

Microsoft Corporation

Miami, Florida
August 2022 - July 2024

Provide solution architecture and technical consultation on data science, machine learning, and business intelligence for Microsoft Federal government customers

Assist customers on their digital transformation both in the cloud and into machine learning on the Azure platform

Azure MLData ScienceBusiness IntelligenceFederal Solutions
MS

Domain Delivery Architect

Microsoft Corporation

Ft. Lauderdale, FL
March 2019 - July 2022

Lead data-driven solution delivery for enterprise clients, applying statistical techniques and machine learning models to solve complex business problems

Manage end-to-end project delivery including data analysis, predictive modeling, and statistical reporting for customer-facing initiatives

Analyze large-scale structured and unstructured datasets to identify trends, optimize performance, and drive strategic decision-making

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, engineering, and business stakeholders to translate business requirements into data science solutions

Deliver customer impact through advanced analytics, resulting in measurable improvements in system performance and user experience

PythonMachine LearningStatistical AnalysisAzureBig Data
MS

Principal Consultant

Microsoft Corporation

Ft. Lauderdale, FL
January 2012 - February 2019

Architected and delivered data-intensive applications for non-profit grant management system serving NYC Comptroller's office

Applied statistical analysis and predictive modeling to optimize alumni collaboration platform for MIT Sloan School of Business

Managed project budgets and timelines while ensuring on-time delivery of complex data science initiatives

Developed advanced analytics solutions that improved decision-making processes for educational institutions

SharePointC#/.NETStatistical AnalysisData Analytics
DOD

Principal Consultant and Data Scientist

United States Department of Defense, US Southern Command

Miami, Florida
February 2013 - PresentCurrent

Lead machine learning initiatives leveraging Azure Cognitive Services to automatically classify and sort millions of classified documents

Develop anomaly detection models using advanced statistical techniques to identify unauthorized web server access patterns

Implement automated content analysis using natural language processing and machine learning for metadata tagging systems

Drive data-driven decision making for accountability, contracts management, and identity management applications

Successfully migrated multiple on-premises systems to Microsoft Azure Cloud using data science best practices for optimization

Azure Cognitive ServicesMachine LearningNatural Language ProcessingAnomaly Detection
WH

Principal Data Scientist and Architect

The White House, Washington, DC

Washington, DC
August 2015 - PresentCurrent

Lead data science initiatives for SharePoint records management solutions supporting White House Communications Agency

Optimize Presidential Travel Portal using predictive analytics and statistical modeling for POTUS and VIP travel operations

Develop automated machine learning solutions for records management compliance and schedule change detection

Apply experimental design principles to improve government operational efficiency through data-driven insights

SharePointPredictive AnalyticsMachine LearningGovernment Solutions

Career Highlights

Key milestones and achievements throughout my professional journey

Microsoft Excellence

25+ years at Microsoft with multiple awards and recognition for outstanding contributions

Security Clearance

Top Secret/SCI and White House clearances for high-level government projects

Advanced Education

UC Berkeley Master's in Data Science & Machine Learning (2022)

Technical Expertise

Skills & Technologies

A comprehensive toolkit spanning programming, data science, cloud technologies, and leadership skills

Programming Languages

Languages and frameworks for building robust solutions

6 skills
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Data Science & AI

Machine learning, analytics, and statistical modeling expertise

6 skills
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Tools & Frameworks

Development tools and ML frameworks

8 skills
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Cloud & Microsoft Stack

Cloud platforms and enterprise technologies

6 skills
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Leadership & Consulting

Business skills and stakeholder management

4 skills
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All Skills Overview

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Programming Languages

Python
R
SQL
C#
+2 more

Data Science & AI

Machine Learning
Statistical Modeling
Predictive Analytics
Natural Language Processing
+2 more

Tools & Frameworks

PyTorch
TensorFlow
Keras
Scikit-Learn
+4 more

Cloud & Microsoft Stack

Microsoft Azure
Azure ML Studio
Azure Cognitive Services
SharePoint
+2 more

Leadership & Consulting

Customer-Facing Consulting
Project Management
Solution Architecture
Stakeholder Communication
Education & Credentials

Academic Excellence & Professional Certifications

Strong foundation in engineering and data science with industry-leading certifications and security clearances

Education

UCB

Master of Science

Data Science and Machine Learning

2022

University of California – UC Berkeley

Berkeley, CA
MU

Master of Science

Electrical Engineering

1999

Marquette University

Milwaukee, Wisconsin
MU

Bachelor of Science

Biomedical Engineering

1994

Marquette University

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Academic Highlights

  • UC Berkeley Master's in Data Science & Machine Learning (2022) - cutting-edge curriculum
  • Dual Master's degrees in technical disciplines spanning 30+ years
  • Strong foundation in engineering and biomedical sciences

Certifications

Top Secret with Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) Clearance

Active

US Government

Since 2012

White House Clearance – Yankee White

Active

White House

Since 2015

Microsoft Certified Azure Architect

Active

Microsoft

Since 2015

Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer

Active

Microsoft

Since 2007

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist – SharePoint

Active

Microsoft

Since 2007

Security Clearances

Top Secret/SCI

Sensitive Compartmented Information

Since 2012

Yankee White

White House Clearance

Since 2015

Maintaining the highest levels of security clearance for sensitive government and defense projects

Microsoft Expertise

Azure ArchitectSolutions DeveloperSharePoint Specialist

Comprehensive Microsoft technology certifications spanning cloud, development, and collaboration platforms

Get In Touch

Let's Discuss Your Data Science Project

Ready to transform your business with data-driven solutions? I'm here to help you leverage machine learning and analytics to achieve your goals.

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Business Hours:Mon - Fri, 9 AM - 6 PM PST
Time Zone:Pacific Standard Time

Areas of Expertise

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