David Wroten

Systems Architect

I design and operate secure, scalable systems spanning networking, cloud infrastructure, APIs, and modern application platforms. This site is where I document real-world architecture, share practical tools, and write about building systems that hold up in production.

My career has taken me from software development and systems administration to cloud architecture, cybersecurity, and technical leadership. Along the way I've helped organizations scale infrastructure, automate business processes, and support teams ranging from startups to enterprise environments.

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What I Build

Scalable Applications, Secure Infrastructure, and Business-Critical Integrations

Systems & Integrations

I design and build APIs, integrations, and data workflows that connect applications, automate business processes, and enable reliable data exchange between systems. From RESTful APIs to complex multi-platform integrations, my focus is on creating scalable and secure solutions that support long-term growth.

Throughout my career, I've developed and maintained integrations spanning CRM platforms, insurance carriers, analytics systems, authentication providers, and cloud services. These systems have helped organizations reduce manual effort, improve data quality, and streamline critical business operations.

Security & Compliance

Security is most effective when it is built into infrastructure and operations from the beginning. I have extensive experience implementing security controls and governance practices aligned with frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53, HIPAA, and industry best practices.

My work has included identity and access management, audit logging, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, email security, SIEM integrations, and compliance readiness efforts. I focus on building environments that are secure, auditable, and operationally practical for the teams that support them.

Infrastructure & Network Systems

I design, deploy, and maintain network and cloud infrastructure that supports business-critical applications and services. My experience spans on-premises datacenters, hybrid environments, and cloud platforms including AWS and Azure.

From enterprise networking and firewall design to virtualization, identity management, and cloud-native services, I enjoy building reliable systems that balance performance, scalability, and security. My work has supported organizations ranging from small teams to environments serving hundreds of users across multiple locations.

Technologies and Organizations I've Worked With

From open source platforms to Fortune 500 companies, here are a few of the names I've worked with along the way.

Previous Projects

LORA (Emma) - AI Risk & Compliance Platform

AI Risk Assessment and Compliance Automation Platform

AI-Driven Risk Assessment & Compliance Automation

As an early engineer at Ensurem (employee #3), I architected and built LORA (later Emma), an AI-driven risk assessment and recommendation engine designed to match seniors with appropriate Medicare products based on age, health data, and behavioral indicators.

Designed dynamic risk-scoring logic to recommend appropriate insurance products
Built automated quote retrieval services across multiple carriers
Integrated speech analytics & transcript parsing for real-time compliance monitoring
Developed automated audit scoring to reduce manual compliance workload
Leveraged machine learning pipelines to predict customer behavior & retention risk
Ensured CMS, HIPAA, and regulatory compliance across AI-driven workflows

Catholic Life Medicare Supplement DTC

Developed a full-stack microsite and DTC application flow for Catholic Life's Medicare Supplement product. Handled state-specific rules, onboarding workflows, and application processing from start to finish.

Integrated HubSpot for email workflows and automation
Built backoffice using SAS for application storage and underwriting
Implemented DocuSign signing ceremonies for completed applications
Full microsite & quoter built with responsive, state-specific logic
Ensured regulatory compliance for sensitive data (HIPAA, PCI, and PII handling)

Catholic Life Medicare Supplement Application

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I've spent the past decade building secure, scalable systems across regulated industries. If you're looking for a senior engineer who understands infrastructure, compliance, and product delivery end-to-end, I'd welcome the conversation.

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Network Architectures

Secure, intelligent, and efficient infrastructure from core to edge.

I design fault-tolerant network architectures focused on resilience, performance, and operational simplicity. My work includes dynamic routing with OSPF and BGP, redundant switching architectures, and layered security through IDS/IPS integration. I've built environments spanning on-prem, hybrid, and cloud-connected infrastructure with an emphasis on scalability and observability.

AWS Architectures

Automated, scalable, and cloud-native solutions built with best practices in mind.

I design and deploy fault-tolerant cloud architectures using AWS services like ECS Fargate, Lambda, and Application Load Balancers (ALB), with DNS routing powered by Route 53. Infrastructure is defined as code via AWS CloudFormation, ensuring consistent and repeatable environments. I integrate SSL/TLS using AWS Certificate Manager (ACM), implement IAM best practices for secure access control, and enable auto scaling for dynamic workloads. Monitoring and logging are centralized with CloudWatch, and end-to-end CI/CD is achieved with AWS CodePipeline. From VPC design to serverless integration, every solution is secure, scalable, and production-ready.

My Tenure with

During my time at Ensurem, I was part of an incredible team that drove innovation and growth in the health insurance industry. As employee number three, I contributed significantly to Ensurem's technological advancements and success.

Over eight years, I played a key role in development and design efforts, focusing on APIs, insurance quoters, networking infrastructure, and cybersecurity measures. I was deeply involved in migrating web services to AWS and architecting a robust, scalable infrastructure that supported Ensurem's rapid expansion.

My dedication to cybersecurity prompted the implementation of advanced measures, including automated penetration testing, integrations with Elastic SIEM, AzureAD, and Barracuda, as well as proactive monitoring for potential exposures, ensuring a secure, HIPAA-compliant environment for our operations.

During my tenure at Ensurem, we experienced remarkable growth, scaling revenue from $8,000 in 2017 to $4.75 million in 2018, $19.68 million in 2019, and surpassing $40 million in revenue in 2021. Ensurem achieved a remarkable growth rate of 245,900.00 percent, earning top rankings in industry lists. In 2020, we were recognized as the #1 company in the Tampa Bay Business Journal Fast 50, a testament to the collective efforts of our dedicated team.