Vijayasekhar Duvvur is a Software Systems Modernization Specialist with 19 years of experience in transforming legacy systems into advanced platforms. Currently, he leads modernization initiatives at the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), optimizing multi-billion-dollar project planning and funding systems. Previously, he modernized critical infrastructure at the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS), ensuring stability during the COVID-19 pandemic. He has authored several peer-reviewed publications, serves as a judge for prestigious awards such as the Globee AI & Cybersecurity Awards, and is a reviewer for international journals. His expertise spans AI-driven modernization, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and distributed systems.