Mike Blaney

Mike Blaney has extensive experience in data protection and systems architecture, with a career spanning several decades. As a Principal Solutions Architect at Dell EMC, responsibilities include the analysis, architectural design, and implementation of high-end backup solutions for large enterprise data environments approaching 2.5PB. Previously, Mike served as a Senior Systems Analyst/Data Protection Specialist at EMC, where tasks involved architecting and supporting data protection solutions for approximately 3000 clients. Mike's background also includes positions as an Enterprise Systems Engineer at both American Tower and Lycos, along with significant roles at Digital Equipment Corporation where responsibilities ranged from quality assurance to system qualification. Additionally, Mike served in the United States Air Force as an Aircraft Control and Warning Radar Technician, contributing to aerospace defense initiatives.