About Northshire Tech

Enterprise Technology Expertise You Can Trust

Founded on 25+ years of Fortune 500 experience, Northshire Tech brings enterprise-level technology solutions to businesses of all sizes across New England. From startups to established organizations, we deliver the same quality and expertise that powered major brands like Nestlé, IHG, and IKEA.

Meet the Founder

David Adams:
Technology Leader & Problem Solver

From Enterprise Leadership to Local Excellence

As a Director of Enterprise Architecture and Senior Infrastructure Architect, David has led digital transformation initiatives for global organizations, managing technology platforms serving hundreds of thousands of users worldwide. His expertise spans from zero-trust security implementations to large-scale cloud migrations, bringing Fortune 500-level capabilities to businesses throughout New England.

Beyond corporate leadership, David serves his community as a volunteer firefighter in Manchester, VT, bringing the same dedication to public safety and emergency response that he applies to technology solutions.

Enterprise Architecture Experience

Led technology initiatives for Fortune 500 companies including KPMG, Ogilvy & Mather, Skanska, and the Port Authority of NY/NJ.

Platform Development Expertise

Built and managed technology platforms for global brands like Nestlé, Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG), and IKEA.

Comprehensive Technical Skills

Deep expertise across cybersecurity, cloud architecture, network design, and infrastructure management.

Experience That Speaks Volumes

Proven track record across enterprise and consulting environments

25+
Years Experience
10+
Fortune 500 Clients
189K+
Users Supported
250+
Global Offices
$1M+
Cost Savings Delivered
155+
Countries Served

Technical Skills

Technical Expertise & Certifications

Deep knowledge across enterprise technology platforms and modern cloud architectures

Cloud & Virtualization

Azure, AWS, M365, Google Workspace, VMware ESXi/vSphere, Hyper-V, IaaS/PaaS/SaaS implementations.

Network Architecture

Cisco Nexus/Routers/Switches, F5 LTM, HP VirtualConnect, BGP, OSPF, VRRP, ISIS, VLANs, SD-WAN.

Security & Zero Trust

Palo Alto/Panorama, Cisco ASA, Active Directory/Entra ID, ZTNA, SASE, SSE, CASB, SAML/SSO.

Enterprise Storage

HPE 3Par/EVA/MSA, EMC Clariion/Celerra, NetApp, Cisco MDS, Brocade, FCoE implementations.

Identity & Access Management

Okta platform management, SAML IDP, user provisioning, lifecycle management for 80K+ users globally.

Public Safety Certifications

ICS 100/200/400, NIMS (ICS-700), Hazmat Awareness/Operations, Active Volunteer Firefighter.

Recent Leadership Roles

Enterprise Architecture &
Digital Transformation Leadership

Proven Leadership in Complex Environments

Recent roles have focused on enterprise architecture, digital transformation, and infrastructure modernization at scale. From managing global Office 365 consolidations to implementing zero-trust security architectures, David brings hands-on experience with the latest enterprise technologies and methodologies.

The Hartford (2023-2025)

Director, Enterprise Architecture - Led infrastructure modernization across data centers, cloud, and edge security for enterprise-wide digital transformation.

Omnicom Group (2017-2023)

Senior Infrastructure Architect - Managed global technology delivery for 14,000+ domains, 140,000 Office 365 accounts, and 80,000+ users worldwide.

KPMG (2015-2017)

Manager, Infrastructure & Network Engineering - Delivered $1M+ annual savings while supporting 189,000 users across 155 countries.

How We Work

Our Approach to Technology

Enterprise expertise with local service and transparent communication

Enterprise-Grade Solutions

Every solution is built to enterprise standards—scalable, secure, and reliable—regardless of project size.

Transparent Communication

No tech jargon or hidden surprises. We explain everything in plain English and keep you informed every step of the way.

Long-Term Partnerships

We build lasting relationships by delivering solutions that grow with your business and providing ongoing support.

Local & Remote Expertise

Based in Vermont with the ability to serve clients nationwide through remote support and on-site visits.

Technology Agnostic

We recommend the best technology for your needs, not what we prefer. Your success drives our recommendations.

Continuous Learning

Staying current with emerging technologies and industry best practices to provide you with modern, effective solutions.

Impact & Results

Notable Enterprise Achievements

Quantifiable results from major technology initiatives and transformations

Office 365 Global Consolidation

Consolidated 140,000 accounts across 120 Office 365 tenants into a single global tenant, improving security and reducing operational complexity.

Infrastructure Cost Optimization

Delivered $1M+ annual savings through datacenter consolidation, reducing 49 racks to 11 racks while improving performance and reliability.

Global DNS/DHCP Modernization

Architected, built, and deployed an enterprise DDI solution replacing 2,000+ Microsoft DNS/DHCP servers across 250+ AD domains, reducing costs, simplifying complexity, all while improving security and visibility.

Zero Trust Security Implementation

Led ZTNA, SASE, SSE, and CASB implementations as part of comprehensive security modernization initiatives.

Identity Management at Scale

Managed Okta platforms serving 80,000+ users globally with SAML IDP, user provisioning, and lifecycle management across 250+ Active Directory domains.

Email Security & Compliance

Achieved DMARC p=reject for ~14,000 domains and consolidated SMTP relay platforms handling 10+ million monthly messages.

Ready to Experience Enterprise-Level Technology Solutions?

Whether you're planning a major technology initiative or need expert guidance on a specific challenge, we're here to help. Every engagement starts with understanding your unique needs and objectives.