Founders

Built close to the work

Sentinel Sphere Technologies is led by operators and builders with roots in public safety, communications, and practical software delivery.

Daniel Davis, Co-Founder and Chief Developer of Sentinel Sphere Technologies

Daniel Davis

Co-Founder & Chief Developer

Daniel Davis is the Co-Founder and Chief Developer of Sentinel Sphere Technologies, where he leads the company's vision of delivering innovative, security-first technology solutions for government, public safety, education, and commercial organizations. With more than two decades of experience spanning enterprise infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud engineering, digital forensics, and software development, Daniel has built a reputation for solving complex technical challenges with practical, scalable solutions.

Prior to co-founding Sentinel Sphere Technologies, Daniel held senior engineering and technology leadership roles supporting mission-critical federal systems, enterprise virtualization platforms, cloud infrastructure, endpoint management, and zero-trust security initiatives. His work has included designing secure Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop and VMware environments, implementing Microsoft Intune, Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Purview, and Zscaler solutions, as well as developing custom software that streamlines operations and improves organizational efficiency. He also serves as a Digital Forensic Investigator for the Wirt County Sheriff's Department, where he conducts forensic examinations supporting criminal investigations and the preservation of digital evidence.

At Sentinel Sphere Technologies, Daniel oversees product strategy, cybersecurity architecture, software development, and strategic partnerships. Under his leadership, the company is developing an integrated ecosystem of secure, on-premises and cloud-enabled solutions focused on managed services, cyber defense, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, digital evidence management, public safety software, and AI-assisted operational platforms. His vision is to provide organizations with enterprise-grade technology that is secure, intelligent, and accessible without unnecessary complexity.

Daniel's leadership philosophy is centered on innovation, integrity, and service. He believes that cybersecurity should enable organizations—not hinder them—and that exceptional technology is built by understanding the real-world challenges customers face every day. Through Sentinel Sphere Technologies, he is committed to delivering solutions that strengthen security, improve operational resilience, and empower organizations to confidently embrace the future of technology.

Ryan Thomas, Co-Founder and Chief Engineer of Sentinel Sphere Technologies

Ryan Thomas

Co-Founder & Chief Engineer

Ryan Thomas is the Co-Founder and Chief Engineer of Sentinel Sphere Technologies, where he leads the design, architecture, and engineering of the company's cybersecurity, infrastructure, and software platforms. With more than 15 years of experience in enterprise systems engineering, cloud infrastructure, network architecture, and mission-critical operations, Ryan brings deep technical expertise and a relentless focus on building secure, resilient, and scalable technology solutions for government, public safety, and commercial organizations.

Before co-founding Sentinel Sphere Technologies, Ryan served in senior engineering roles supporting the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Bureau of the Fiscal Service, where he acted as a senior technical authority for enterprise Windows Server infrastructure operating within highly secure federal data centers. His experience includes leading infrastructure modernization initiatives, designing high-availability environments, supporting cloud and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) deployments, and advising executive leadership on architecture, cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and long-term technology strategy. Ryan's technical background also spans Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, enterprise networking, virtualization, endpoint management, and Zero Trust security principles.

Ryan also serves in the U.S. Army National Guard as a Signal Support Operations Specialist, where he manages tactical communications systems, secure network infrastructure, and mission-critical communications in demanding operational environments. This experience reinforces his disciplined engineering approach and commitment to reliability, operational excellence, and cybersecurity.

As Chief Engineer at Sentinel Sphere Technologies, Ryan oversees the architecture and development of the company's expanding portfolio of cybersecurity and enterprise technology solutions, including endpoint protection, network monitoring, vulnerability management, remote management, public safety software, and AI-assisted operational platforms. He is passionate about engineering technology that is both powerful and dependable, ensuring every Sentinel solution is designed with security, performance, and long-term maintainability at its core.

Ryan believes that exceptional engineering begins with understanding the mission. His dedication to technical excellence, innovation, and customer success helps drive Sentinel Sphere Technologies' commitment to delivering enterprise-grade solutions that organizations can trust to protect their most critical systems and data.

D. Keith Wilson, Jr., Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Sentinel Sphere Technologies

D. Keith Wilson, Jr.

Co-Founder & Chief Revenue Officer

D. Keith Wilson, Jr. is a Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Sentinel Sphere Technologies, where he leads strategic growth, customer engagement, business development, and public sector partnerships. Drawing on decades of executive leadership, public service, and community involvement, Keith is responsible for expanding the company's presence across government, public safety, education, and commercial markets while fostering long-term relationships built on trust, integrity, and exceptional service.

A lifelong West Virginian, Keith has dedicated much of his career to serving his community through elected office and public safety leadership. He is currently serving his third term as the Wirt County Assessor after previously serving two terms as Wirt County Sheriff. Throughout his public service career, Keith has championed modernization initiatives that improved government efficiency, streamlined county operations through technology, and expanded online public services to better serve citizens. His commitment to innovation and operational excellence has earned the respect of colleagues, public officials, and community leaders throughout the region.

Keith's leadership extends far beyond public office. He has held numerous leadership positions within public safety organizations, charitable foundations, civic groups, and fraternal organizations, including the Elizabeth-Wirt Volunteer Fire Department, Wirt County EMS, the West Virginia Sheriff's Association, North Star Child Advocacy Center, and Shriners Children's. These experiences have strengthened his ability to build meaningful partnerships, lead diverse organizations, and advocate for initiatives that create lasting positive impact.

As Chief Revenue Officer of Sentinel Sphere Technologies, Keith leverages his extensive network, leadership experience, and customer-focused approach to drive strategic partnerships and organizational growth. He works closely with public sector agencies, businesses, and technology partners to deliver secure, innovative solutions that address today's evolving operational and cybersecurity challenges. His passion for service, commitment to integrity, and ability to build lasting relationships play a key role in advancing Sentinel Sphere Technologies' mission of providing enterprise-grade technology solutions that organizations can trust.

Keith believes successful business is built on relationships, accountability, and delivering measurable value. His dedication to servant leadership and community engagement continues to shape Sentinel Sphere Technologies' customer-first culture while helping organizations confidently embrace technology to improve security, efficiency, and resilience.

Origin

Independent by design

Sentinel Sphere Technologies LLC was created to build tools for agencies, responders, small broadcasters, and local organizations that need capable technology without enterprise bloat.

The company is shaped by field experience: software should be readable, dependable, and useful on the day it is deployed.

Build for real workflows

Products start with the daily work of dispatchers, investigators, responders, operators, and the teams supporting them.

Keep systems understandable

Interfaces, documentation, and deployment paths are kept direct so customers can trust and maintain what they use.

Stay close after launch

Support is part of the product. The same people shaping the tools stay connected to the people relying on them.