Title: Packaged App Development Analyst
Company: Accenture Federal Services
Location: Caseyville, Illinois, United States
James E. Turner, packaged app development analyst at Accenture Federal Services, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Military for dedication, achievements, and leadership in technology.
With two decades of experience to his credit, Mr. Turner has established a successful career as an application developer. He currently excels as a packaged app development analyst at Accenture Federal Services, a role he has held since 2023. His experience also includes a position as packaged app development associate with Accenture Federal Services in the same year. Accenture Federal Services, a subsidiary of Accenture LLP, focuses on delivering technology and consulting solutions to U.S. federal agencies. Their services support critical sectors such as defense, intelligence, public safety, and health through innovative strategies and advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions. This approach enables federal agencies to modernize and address mission-critical priorities effectively, enhancing outcomes across various federal departments and organizations.
Mr. Turner also served in the U.S. Army, where he held several key roles including aviation mission survivability officer from 2020 to 2022, aviation maintenance quality control officer in charge in Honduras and South Korea from 2017 to 2020, Chinook maintenance test pilot from 2015 to 2017, and Chinook helicopter pilot from 2012 to 2015. His military career began in ammunition supply from 2002 to 2010, followed by flight school from 2010 to 2012, ultimately retiring as chief warrant officer. Due to his distinguished service, he received a Meritorious Honor Award. In addition, he has contributed to application development projects, including “JavaScript/HTML/CSS: Pixel Art Maker” on Udacity in 2022, “Python: Rock Paper Scissors Game” in 2022, “HTML/CSS: Animal Trading Card” in 2022, and “Python: Adventure Game” in 2022.
Laying a strong educational foundation, Mr. Turner completed coursework at Sam Houston State University from 2001 to 2002 and The University of Texas at El Paso from 1999 to 2000. He has earned several certifications, including the ServiceNow Certified System Administrator in 2024, Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals in 2023, and Agile Fundamentals through ICAgile in 2023. In 2022, he completed a nano degree in “Intro to Programming” with a focus on computer programming from Udacity. Additional certifications and training in his career include Certified System Administrator and Certified Application Developer with ServiceNow, Aviation Mission Planner System, Combat Survivor Evader Locator, Chinook Helicopter Pilot and Maintenance Test Pilot, and Aviation Missions Survivability Officer.
In advising aspiring professionals, Mr. Turner shares valuable insights from his experiences in both the military and technology fields. For those entering the military, he recommends setting aside preconceived notions and following orders closely in the initial years. This approach, he explains, eases the transition from a civilian mindset to a military one. Once that transition is complete, if you find yourself in a role you don’t enjoy, he encourages speaking to the right people to pursue a job that aligns better with your interests. In the tech field, he underscores the importance of staying ahead of technological advancements, saying, “Technology is the future. If you’re doing a job that a robot can do, you will be replaced, so you must evolve,” emphasizing the need for continual learning and adaptability to maintain a competitive edge in the rapidly advancing tech landscape.
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