Gerard Coles

Gerard Coles is an experienced Linux System Administrator currently working at USPTO since January 2016, where responsibilities include system installation, configuration, and upgrades across a multi-OS environment of up to 12,000 servers, with a focus on automation and compliance. Prior to this role, Gerard served at International Turbo Systems from February 2012 to December 2015, managing system installations and providing technical support and training for Linux and AWS systems. Earlier experience includes a position at Health Fitness Corporation as Corporate Healthcare Manager & Health Educator from January 2008 to January 2012, where project management and event planning were key responsibilities. Gerard holds a Master’s Degree in Health Education and Promotion from Adelphi University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Springfield College.