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Jason B.

Network Engineer at Pinnacle Business Systems

Jason B. has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Jason started their career as an Outside Plant Technician at AT&T in 2007, where they performed splicing of cables and worked on various facilities. Jason then worked as a Power Generation Tech at KBR, Inc., specializing in power distribution and maintenance in Iraq. Jason later joined Lowe's Home Improvement as a Delivery Driver, ensuring excellent customer service and timely order delivery.

In 2010, Jason became a Utility Locate Technician at United States Infrastructure Corp., Inc. (USIC), where they managed a daily area and performed locates for underground utilities. Jason then worked as a Network Design Engineer IV at Defense Information Systems Agency (Unisys), installing and removing communication racks and devices in data centers.

Jason's career in networking began at I.S. Technologies, LLC dba Computer System Designers (CSD), LLC in 2013, where they provided Tier II support for 48 remote DISA network sites, worldwide. Jason also mentored junior network technicians and resolved complex troubleshooting issues. Jason continued their networking career at Oklahoma Farm Bureau Insurance, first as a Network Engineer, managing network equipment and providing support. Jason then assumed the role of Lead Network Engineer, implementing RSA Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for various systems.

At Paycom, Jason worked as a Senior Network Engineer and led the networking department. Jason investigated escalated issues, mentored junior network administrators, and managed a team of network administrators as a Network Team Lead. Jason also handled budget planning and management for campus and data center environments.

Their most recent role is as a Network Engineer at Pinnacle Business Systems, starting in 2023. The provided information does not include details about their responsibilities or accomplishments in this position.

Jason B. began their education at Empire High School, where they obtained their diploma in General Education in 2002. Jason then pursued higher education at Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City from 2009 to 2012, earning an Associate of Arts and Sciences degree in Computer Information Systems.

Following their time at Oklahoma State University, Jason attended Southern Nazarene University from 2012 to 2014, obtaining a Bachelor's of Science degree in Network Management.

In addition to their formal education, Jason has acquired multiple certifications throughout their career. Jason became a Microsoft Certified Professional in February 2013 and achieved the status of Certified Meraki Network Operator through Cisco Meraki in June 2017. Jason also received certification in CompTIA Security+ in June 2013.

Furthermore, Jason has obtained various Cisco certifications, including Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA) in June 2013, Cisco Certified Network Associate Data Center in February 2015, and Cisco Certified Network Professional Routing and Switching (CCNP-RS) in January 2020. Jason also holds the certifications of Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core and Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation, both acquired in January 2020. Additionally, Jason earned the Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) certification in December 2017 and is expected to obtain the designation of Cisco Certified Network Professional - Enterprise in December 2020.

Moving beyond Cisco, Jason obtained the Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 3: Certified Associate certification in June 2023 and is on track to obtain the Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) certification from CWNP in June 2023.

Overall, Jason B. has an extensive education and certification background in network management and computer information systems.

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  • Network Engineer

    June, 2023 - present