Jeff Wood

Jeff Wood has a diverse work experience in various roles and industries. Jeff is currently the Director of Technology, Cyber Security and Innovation at Watertown City School District since September 2020. Prior to that, they worked as an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Maryland University College starting from March 2017. Jeff has also been the Principal of FreeWood Enterprises since May 1989, where they provide IT assessment services, project management, cyber-security assessments, and disaster recovery/business continuity planning for various organizations. Jeff previously served as the Technical Services Manager at Samaritan Medical Center from June 2007 to September 2020, overseeing Data Center, network Infrastructure and telecom management. Jeff's experience also includes working as a Communications Engineer at Westelcom from October 2001 to June 2007, an Adjunct Instructor at Jefferson Community College from August 2001 to May 2005, and a Senior Systems Engineer at Great Lakes Computer from April 2001 to October 2001. Jeff has held various positions, including Vice President of Operations/CTO at GiSCO from June 1999 to January 2001, and Vice President of Operations at IMC/IMC-Net from November 1992 to June 1999. Overall, Jeff Wood brings extensive expertise in technology, cybersecurity, project management, and network engineering to their roles.

Jeff Wood has a diverse educational background. Jeff obtained a Master's degree in Management Information Systems, with a focus on General Management Information Systems, from Walden University from 2014 to 2016. In addition, they also earned a Graduate Certificate in Management Information Systems and Services from Walden University, attending from 2014 to 2015.

Prior to their Master's degree, Jeff pursued a Bachelor of Science (BS) in IT Management from SUNY Empire State College, completing their studies between 2009 and 2014. Jeff further enhanced their education by receiving an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Data Processing from Jefferson Community College in the year 1984.

Before their pursuits in data processing, Jeff enrolled at the Great Lakes Maritime Academy from 1981 to 1983, where they focused on Maritime Studies. Their maritime studies were preceded by an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Engineering from Jefferson Community College, acquired from 1980 to 1981.

Moreover, Jeff holds a certification as a Certified Sonicwall Security Administrator from Dell SonicWALL, although specific details regarding the month and year of obtaining this certification are not provided.