Kariann Shumaker, CCNP, CISSP

Kariann Shumaker, CCNP, CISSP, has over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. Kariann has held various roles in network engineering, security engineering, and consulting.

At EverOps, LLC, Kariann served as a Senior Network Engineer and Consultant. Kariann facilitated business growth and reachability for global customers by providing expert project management, LAN/WAN/Security designs, and implementations. Kariann also played a key role in architecting and deploying IWAN deployment projects for multiple customers.

At Delta Community Credit Union, Kariann worked as a Senior Security Engineer. Kariann focused on ensuring security measures and provided technical support for the organization.

At Genuine Parts Company, Kariann served as a Senior Network/Security Engineer. Kariann managed and troubleshooted complex IT services across multiple platforms, striving for rapid resolutions and a stable network platform. Kariann also provided escalated support to junior team members and interacted with vendor/TAC support teams.

At Cbeyond, Kariann worked as a Technical Support Engineer II - NOC Chronicles, where they provided technical support across various applications and technologies. Kariann was responsible for troubleshooting, configuration, and installation support for customers' network and security solutions.

Kariann also gained experience working as an IT Store Associate at The Home Depot, providing hardware and connectivity troubleshooting, and as an Owner/Consultant at Windisch Consulting, where they provided networking consulting and troubleshooting services.

Earlier in their career, Kariann pursued a career in the marketing and finance industry at various companies, such as Home Equity Loan Products, Streamline Financial, and CSIC Home Mortgage. Kariann also worked at Target as a Guest Services Team Leader, managing front-end operations.

Prior to that, Kariann worked at Global Crossing as a Senior Data Solutions Sales Engineer/Architect and NW Design, where they designed customer networks, coordinated projects, and wrote technical bid responses. Kariann also worked at Vectris Communication as a Regional Sales Engineering Manager, leading a team of Solutions/Sales Engineers and managing the sales order process.

Kariann Shumaker has a strong educational background and several additional certifications. Kariann completed their Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering (BS EET) from DeVry University from 1990 to 1993. Later, they pursued a Master of Science in Computer Information Systems (MS CIS) from the University of Phoenix, graduating in 1998.

Continuing their education, Kariann Shumaker enrolled again in the University of Phoenix for their second Master of Science in Computer Information Systems, which they completed in 2009. Kariann also attended Plevna High School, although the specific dates or degree obtained are not provided.

Kariann Shumaker has obtained several certifications to enhance their professional expertise. Kariann became a Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) in June 2018, followed by obtaining the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification from ISC2 in January 2019. Kariann also holds an ITIL Service Operation certification, earned in March 2014 from ITIL Foundation Certification Training Level. These certifications reflect their dedication to staying current in the fields of network administration and information security.