Will Lerner

About Will Lerner

Currently a Systems Engineer at Rocket, where I design and support enterprise grade collaboration, identity, and security platforms that power productivity across thousands of Team Members throughout all Rocket Companies.With over 15 years in IT and a CISSP certification, I bring a security-first mindset to every solution balancing protection, performance, and user experience with evolving business needs. I specialize in automation and new technology adoption, bringing wide ranging and in depth experience to every decision.Beyond the tech, I’m passionate about enabling people, building trust, teaching, and making technology feel seamless. Whether it’s designing secure access policies or rolling out new collaboration tools, I aim to make systems both safe and simple.My long-term goal: to serve as a VP or Director of Technology, bridging the gap between the business, innovation, security, and the people who make it all happen.Let’s connect if you’re into security, automation, leadership, or just geeking out about the future of IT.

Experience

1. Systems Engineer

   Rocket

   May 2025 — Present

   Systems Engineer | Team Trident @ RocketAs a Systems Engineer on Team Trident at Rocket, I design, upgrade, and support enterprise grade collaboration, security, and identity platforms across all Rocket Companies. Current Scope:I work across a broad suite of technologies including Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Exchange Online, Cisco Email Security, RedSift, Microsoft Defender, Purview, Teams, Slack Enterprise, and Zoom Enterprise. Automation & Scalability:I leverage AI, Workflows, and PowerShell to automate tasks, streamline operations, and ensure secure, scalable deployments organization-wide. Migrations & Special Projects:I play a key role in acquisition-related migrations and strategic initiatives. Recent highlights include leading Rocket LA’s Slack workspace migration into Rocket’s Enterprise Grid and supporting the rollout of Zoom Enterprise and Zoom Voice. Driving Innovation:I’m passionate about driving integration, continuity, and innovation across Rocket’s evolving infrastructure.

Education

• California State University, Fullerton

  BA, Psychology

  2003 — 2009

Skills

• Hospitality
• Cloud Computing
• Vendor Management
• Hospitality Industry
• Active Directory
• Opera
• IT Project Implementation
• Event Management
• Leadership
• Pc Repair
• Information Technology
• Microsoft Office
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Exchange
• Networking
• Critical Thinking
• Office 365
• Hospitality IT
• Email Management
• Organizational Leadership
• Management
• Training
• Troubleshooting
• Network Security
• Technical Support
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Project Management
• Network Administration