Tony Alford

Tony Alford has a diverse work experience that spans across various industries and roles. Tony began their career as a Junior Systems Administrator in the United States Marine Corps, where they provided technical support and troubleshooting for customers. Tony then progressed to the role of Senior Systems Administrator, where they were responsible for network design and implementation.

After their military service, Tony joined Microsoft as a Windows Server & Cloud Administrator, where they received specialized training in Windows Server workloads and Azure administration. Following this, they worked as a Solutions Architect at Akins IT, Inc., focusing on creating technical solutions for clients.

Tony then transitioned to Ariento as a Cyber Security Engineer, where they developed technical solutions and troubleshooting for customers and internal teams. Tony leveraged cutting-edge cloud products in remote and hybrid environments.

Tony later joined AHEAD as a Technical Consultant, providing technical expertise and support to clients. Currently, Tony is working at ECI as an Associate Director of Information Security, where they ensure compliance and enhances the overall security control posture by bridging the gap between IT and security.

Throughout their career, Tony has demonstrated leadership skills, such as managing teams and developing training programs. Tony has also excelled in problem-solving, customer service, and personnel management.

Tony Alford's education history includes attending Western Governors University and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, although the years of study and degree information are not provided. In terms of additional certifications, they obtained the following: MCSA: Windows Server 2016, MTA: Cloud Fundamentals, CompTIA Security+, and various exams related to Networking, Identity, and Installation with Windows Server 2016, all from Microsoft. The CompTIA Security+ certification was obtained in November 2018.