Ron Bauer has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of information technology. Ron has held various leadership positions, starting from their current role as the Director of Information Technology at Vero Networks since 2023. Prior to that, they served as the Director of IT Operations & Infrastructure at Innova Solutions from 2018 to 2022. In this role, they were responsible for internal technical operations, IT service management, project management, customer service, team development, and security.
Before joining Innova Solutions, Ron Bauer worked at Analytics Computer Information Systems, Inc., where they held multiple positions. Ron was the Vice President and COO from 2015 to 2018, overseeing managed services, business operations, customer support, and business development. Ron also served as the Director of Technical Operations from 2011 to 2015, providing both technical and operational leadership. Prior to that, they started as a Senior Systems Technician in 2010.
In addition to their experience at Analytics Computer Information Systems, Ron Bauer has worked as an IT Helpdesk Coordinator at Newmark Knight Frank (formerly known as Frederick Ross Company) from 2009 to 2010. Ron also worked as a Lead IT Systems Consultant at BTCS from 1998 to 2010, providing IT consulting services to small to medium-sized businesses.
Furthermore, Ron Bauer served as an IT Manager at Premier Mortgage Partners & Real Estate from 2004 to 2008, where they were responsible for server, network, end-user system support, and IT security. Ron also worked as a Customer Services & Support Manager at Safe Environment Engineering from 2002 to 2003, providing workstation and server support to customers.
Looking further back in their career, Ron Bauer held the position of IT Network & Telecommunications Manager at Pacific Seafood from 1996 to 2002, where they supported a multi-state, multi-location network. Ron also worked as a Network Administrator at Store Chek Systems from 1995 to 1996.
Before transitioning into the IT field, Ron Bauer served in the U.S. Coast Guard as a Machinery Technician from 1988 to 1993, providing mechanical systems support, participating in law enforcement boarding teams, and assisting in search and rescue operations.
Throughout their career, Ron Bauer has acquired various certifications, including ITIL, MCSA, and MCSE, which complement their extensive experience in IT leadership, technical operations, project management, customer service, and team development.
Ron Bauer's education history includes a two-year period from 1993 to 1995 at Portland Community College, where they pursued studies in Computer Information Systems. Ron did not obtain a degree during this time.
In terms of certifications, Ron has achieved several notable qualifications. In 2009, they obtained the CompTIA Network+ certification from CompTIA. The same year, they also acquired the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certifications for Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure and Windows Server 2008 Active Directory from Microsoft.
In 2011, Ron obtained the Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) certification for Windows Server 2008/Server 2008 R2. Ron further expanded their certifications in 2012 by earning the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification for Windows Server 2008/Server 2008 R2 and the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) designation from Microsoft.
Continuing their professional development in 2017, Ron obtained the Dell PowerEdge Rack & Tower Product Line certification from Dell. In 2018, they achieved the ITIL Foundations (IT Service Management) certification offered by AXELOS Global Best Practice. Additionally, Ron acquired the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification for Windows Server 2016 and the Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) certification for Productivity, both from Microsoft.
Most recently, in 2019, Ron obtained the Microsoft 365 Certified: Messaging Administrator Associate certification from Microsoft. Additionally, they earned the Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals designation in 2022, also offered by Microsoft.
Based on the provided information, Ron Bauer has demonstrated a strong commitment to continuous education and professional development in the field of information technology.
January, 2023 - present