Joseph Vasquez
Lead Engineer @NYC Health + Hospitals
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WORK HISTORY
Lead Engineer @NYC Health + Hospitals
New York, NY, US
Experienced Lead Network Engineer with expertise in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting advanced data/VoIP networks and telecommunication systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Responsible for UC-Telecom support at South Brooklyn Hospital, including day-to-day operations and major campus-wide projects such as the PBX to VoIP conversion in summer 2024, which followed an aggressive schedule with minimal customer disruption across approximately 1,300 endpoints. Independently troubleshoot complex telecommunication issues, including VoIP, data, and network connectivity. Researched and evaluated technologies to support network optimization and organizational IT goals. Programmed Cisco VoIP equipment and specialized in advanced RightFax/eFax systems, contributing to improved network performance. Delivered technical oversight for network availability, capacity management, and performance, troubleshooting enterprise network technologies to ensure smooth operation. Led VoIP migration efforts at South Brooklyn Health, transitioning analog systems across the campus to enhance communication reliability and scalability. Assisted Verizon and AT & T with Distributed Antenna System (DAS) implementation at South Brooklyn Health to improve cellular coverage. Streamlined the e-fax (RightFax) process by creating technical runbooks, user guides, and automated email templates for consistent testing and validation (migrated hundreds of fax numbers to e-fax).
EDUCATION
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
University of Phoenix
Associate's degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
University of Phoenix
Advanced Cybersecurity Certificate, Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
John Jay High School
High school Diploma, Academics
SKILLS
ABOUT JOSEPH VASQUEZ
I am an experienced IT executive with a proven ability to lead and modernize technology ecosystems in complex industries such as healthcare and enterprise. Over the years, I have honed my skills in infrastructure modernization, system optimization, and governance, always focusing on delivering solutions that improve efficiency and drive business success.Currently, as an Engineer at Health & Hospitals, Brooklyn, I am responsible for engineering telecom solutions, converting hundreds of fax lines to e-fax systems, and streamlining workflows in the UC-EFax department. I provide critical backup support to the Assistant Director at SBH and have contributed to significant cost reductions through process optimization.In my previous role as Chief Information Officer and Vice President of Information Systems at Vista on 5th, I led several successful initiatives, including a Microsoft 365 cloud migration, the development of a hybrid ITIL change management model, and a cybersecurity program that prevented $2.8M in potential compliance violations. I also oversaw infrastructure modernization and negotiated contracts that saved the organization $3M on hardware and cloud solutions.My leadership extends to large teams and departments, having managed everything from network and system redesigns to budget management and IT policies. I have an extensive background in project execution, including the successful deployment of Microsoft Configuration Manager, VMware solutions, and large-scale laptop rollouts.I hold a bachelor\'s in information technology with concentrations in cybersecurity, data analytics, and network administration, as well as an Advanced Cybersecurity Certificate. I am committed to continuous learning and have pursued additional certifications in cloud technologies, AI, and project management.
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