Michael Fialkowski

Michael Fialkowski has a diverse work experience that spans over a decade. Michael started their career as an IT Intern at Resources Global Professionals in 2007, where they provided help desk support and managed inventory. In 2008, they became a Patent Examiner at USPTO. From 2011 to 2016, Michael worked at VectorUSA, initially as an Estimation & Sales Engineer, where they performed estimates, drafted contracts, and provided technical expertise to clients. Michael then transitioned to a Consultative Services role and later became an Associate Technical Consultant. Since 2019, Michael has held the position of Director of Advanced Technologies at VectorUSA, where they lead business development initiatives and manages partner relations, while also advising and project managing consulting engagements. Throughout their career, Michael has demonstrated expertise in IT, cybersecurity, networking, and telecommunications.

Michael Fialkowski obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Southern California, where they studied from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, they have obtained various certifications including Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals from Microsoft in October 2020, VMSP from Veeam Software in February 2019, NSE 5 Network Security Manager/Analyst from Fortinet in August 2016, NSE 4 Security Professional from Fortinet in June 2016, ITIL Foundation 2011 from AXELOS Global Best Practice in February 2016, SE - Technologies [2015] from EMC in April 2015, GIAC Advisory Board from GIAC Certifications in February 2019, GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) from GIAC Certifications in February 2019, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) from (ISC)² in September 2019, Cisco Certified Specialist - Data Center Design from Cisco in November 2018, CWSP - Certified Wireless Security Professional from CWNP in May 2017, Microsoft Voice Endpoints Technical Track from Polycom in August 2016, CWNA - Certified Wireless Network Administrator from CWNP in June 2014, APSS - SME Communications from Avaya in August 2013, AIS - Network Infrastructure [2011] from Hewlett-Packard, and AirMagnet Certified Design Expert from Fluke Networks. Michael also holds qualifications as a Pre-Sales Technical Specialist - Private Cloud/Management and Virtualization from Microsoft, Technical Certified I - SMB Storage Solutions [2012] from Hewlett-Packard, VTSP - IV (Infrastructure Virtualization 5) from VMware, and VTSP 5 from VMware.