MakerMind

About Scott Brown

As an Acquisition, Automation & AI Architect, I specialize in designing systems that collect data seamlessly, automate intelligently, and enable organizations to unlock meaningful insights—from the lab floor to the cloud.

For over 30 years, I’ve worked at the intersection of IT, OT, and Data, helping scientists, engineers, and operators stop fighting with disconnected systems and start focusing on high-impact work. My strength lies in the 'gray space'—where no one team truly owns the problem, but where everything breaks down without the right architecture.

I don't just write code—I design workflows, connect platforms, and build tools that feel like an extension of how people already work.

What I Do Best

• Architect IT/OT Network Segmentation and Microsegmentation
• Bridge OT systems (Kepware, PLCs, MQTT) with IT platforms (Snowflake, JumpCloud, Sigma)
• Build automation tools that reduce manual work, improve traceability, and increase reliability
• Architect end-to-end data pipelines for AI readiness and analytics
• Translate cross-functional needs into usable, scalable, and secure digital solutions
• Elevate visibility of behind-the-scenes work to drive organizational impact

Signature Projects

• AI RFP Assistant - extracts and answers proposal questions from Excel docs
• File automation utilities for secure, scheduled network transfers
• Custom inventory & sales tracking app for a Poshmark business (Python + SQLite)
• Snowflake dashboard optimizations that cut execution time by 60%
• Ongoing integration of MQTT for historical data logging and IoT gateway pipelines

Contact

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: Scott Brown