I work as an architect/consultant for a software company. I am involved in a mix of development, system design, and system administration tasks.

I hold several certifications including:

• CISSP
• OCA Java SE 8
• MCITP: Enterprise Administrator
• TS Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure Configuration
• TS Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration
• TS Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE 2003)
• TS Exchange 2007 Configuration
• ITIL v3 Foundation
• Comptia Security+
• Comptia Linux+
• Comptia Network+
• Comptia A+

I have a Bachelor of Science from Central Michigan with a major in Information Technology and a minor in Management Information Systems.

I completed a Master of Science degree program in Information Systems Management at Ferris State, along with an advanced studies certificate in Information Security and Network Management.

I believe that success in the IT realm depends upon certifications, education, and experience.