Jacob Herold

About Jacob Herold

At The Pacific Companies, my role as Senior Systems Administrator has been pivotal in…

Experience

1. Senior Systems Administrator

   The Pacific Companies

   May 2010 — Present · Long Beach, CA, US

   Since 2010, I\'ve been at the forefront of transforming The Pacific Companies alongside the IT Director, evolving from a singular operation into a robust conglomerate of four companies. Our 14-year journey has been marked by significant IT advancements, leading to the integration of a VP of IT and the expansion of our team to better address our growing technological landscape.Responsibilities: System Design & Implementation: Pioneered the development of scalable server and network infrastructure, setting a foundation for technological growth. Cloud & Virtual Infrastructure: Optimized operations using VMWare and Azure Cloud, enhancing system resilience and operational efficiency. Security Protocols & Disaster Recovery: Instituted stringent security measures and disaster recovery plans, drastically reducing potential downtime and safeguarding company data. Leadership & Team Development: Mentored an expanding team of seven IT professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, knowledge sharing, and collective success.Achievements: Scalable Infrastructure: My strategic planning facilitated the seamless integration of emerging technologies, supporting our company\'s expansion. Enhanced Disaster Recovery: My initiatives have been crucial in maintaining operational continuity, even in the face of unforeseen challenges. Professional Development: Significantly contributed to building a high-caliber IT team, enhancing departmental capabilities and performance. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Spearheaded collaborations that aligned IT strategies with broader business objectives, driving operational excellence and improving customer engagement.Dedicated to leveraging advanced technologies to foster business growth, I am eager to continue contributing to The Pacific Companies\' success, guided by our core values of integrity, service, and excellence.

Education

• Microsoft

  MCTS, Windows Server Active Directory, Configuration

• New Horizons Computer Training Center

  Certificate, Advanced Hardware Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

  1995 — 1995

• Microsoft

  MCTS, Windows Server Network Infrastructure, Configuration

• Western Digital

  Certificate, Level III Technical Support Specialist

  1999 — 1999

• Integrated Digital Technologies

  Certificate, Supporting Windows XP Users

  2006 — 2006

• Software Education of America

  MCP, MCSE, ISA Server, Exchange Server

  2002 — 2003

• Unitek College

  MCSA, MCTS, MCSA and MCTS

  2008 — 2008

• Irvine Valley College

  Major-Computer Science; Minor-Mathematics

  1991 — 1995

• North-West College

  Certificate, WordStar, dBase III+, Lotus 1-2-3

  1989 — 1990

Skills

• Blackberry Enterprise Server
• Mysql
• Sharepoint
• Data Center
• Network Administration
• Project Management
• Management
• Tcp/Ip
• Servers
• Iis
• Networking
• Information Technology
• Firewalls
• Backup Exec
• Web Development
• Technical Support
• Active Directory
• Windows Server
• Computer Hardware
• Lan-Wan
• IT Strategy
• Microsoft Exchange
• Disaster Recovery
• Security
• Enterprise Software
• Enterprise Architecture
• Sql
• Linux
• Php
• Storage Area Networks
• Html
• Troubleshooting
• Network Security
• IT Management