About Me
Strategic and hands-on IT Infrastructure Leader with over a decade of experience across K-12, construction, and enterprise sectors. Proven record in designing and deploying complex networks, hardening security postures, and leading transformative tech initiatives. Passionate about automation, innovation, and team-driven success.
Core Competencies
- Layer 3 network design & routing
- Microsoft Defender (E5), Fortinet, DNS security
- VMware, Proxmox, Veeam
- Cisco/Extreme networking, VPNs, VLANs
- Windows, Linux, Azure AD, Intune, Google Workspace
- Mitel, Cisco VOIP
Projects
- Ransomware Defense: Blocked active breach and led post-incident remediation
- District Network Overhaul: Redesigned Elmbrook network across 8 buildings
- Wireless Modernization: Deployed 2,000+ APs at Milwaukee Public Schools
Experience
Elmbrook School District – Brookfield, WI
IT Infrastructure Manager (2020–Present)
- Built segmented Layer 3 network, deployed Extreme CloudIQ
- Led ransomware defense and rebuilt security stack
- Built internal lab and migrated DNS hosting
Milwaukee Public Schools – Milwaukee, WI
Network Engineer (2018–2020)
- Replaced APs and VOIP systems across 140 schools
- Deployed Cisco ISE, began firewall/core router replacements
Hunzinger Construction – Milwaukee, WI
Network Administrator (2017–2018)
- Managed VMware, Exchange, Citrix, Barracuda, WDS
Education
UW–Milwaukee: B.S., IT Management (2019) — GPA: 3.5
MATC: A.A.S., Networking Admin (2015) — GPA: 3.8
Certifications
- Microsoft Security Ops Analyst (in progress)
- Fortinet NSE 4 (in progress)
- Cisco CCNA (in progress)