Carlos E. Contreras

Principal

Carlos Contreras is a seasoned IT infrastructure expert with over a decade of experience in designing, implementing, and securing scalable IT systems for businesses navigating rapid growth. As Principal IT Infrastructure Engineer at Process Consulting Firm, he specializes in building compliant, resilient, and future-proof technology architectures that align with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and cybersecurity best practices.

Carlos has held key technical leadership roles in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare, including serving as Senior Infrastructure Specialist at Optinose and IT Manager at NJBio, where he spearheaded enterprise security enhancements, cloud migrations, and IT infrastructure modernization. His expertise spans network security, cloud architecture, system automation, and regulatory compliance, ensuring that IT environments remain efficient, scalable, and fully compliant with FDA, CFR Part 11, GxP, and other industry standards.

With a background in both IT and operational technology (OT) systems, Carlos has played a critical role in integrating secure and compliant technology solutions across laboratory, manufacturing, and corporate environments. His ability to bridge technical and business needs has made him a trusted advisor in executing large-scale IT transformation projects.

Beyond his corporate expertise, Carlos is a dedicated first responder, actively serving as a volunteer firefighter for both Bristol Consolidated Volunteer Fire Company and William Penn Volunteer Fire Company. His commitment to public service, emergency response, and team leadership reflects his dedication to mission-driven problem-solving both in and out of the IT world.

Carlos holds multiple industry certifications, including CompTIA A+ and Network+, and has been recognized for his contributions to both technology and emergency response, earning the Firefighter of the Year award in 2021. His leadership, technical acumen, and commitment to service make him an invaluable asset to the Process Consulting Firm team.