Derek Schaefer

Derek Schaefer is a seasoned technology professional with extensive experience in cloud architecture and consulting. Currently serving as Principal Architect at Softchoice since March 2022, Derek previously held the position of Lead Cloud Architect at Modis, where notable contributions included leading Azure consulting practices and developing automated solutions. At Insight, Derek worked as an Architect, focusing on Azure project oversight and presales support. Earlier roles included consulting as a Sales Engineer at CCI Systems, Inc. and serving as a Systems Architect for Enterprise Holdings, where responsibilities included designing cloud solutions and managing deployment environments. Derek began a career as a Systems Administrator at Global Solutions Group, Inc. after earning a degree from Missouri University of Science and Technology.