Jason Pratt
About Jason Pratt
Jason Pratt is a Senior System Engineer at Accruent in London, United Kingdom, with a strong background in IT engineering and systems administration. He has extensive experience in managing VMware environments and specializes in maintaining Linux-based product environments with a focus on automation integration.
Work at Accruent
Jason Pratt has been employed at Accruent as a Senior System Engineer since 2017. In this role, he focuses on maintaining Linux-based product environments and emphasizes automation integration using CI/CD tools. His expertise includes managing VMware environments, which he has handled in various configurations, from small setups to larger multi-host systems. At Accruent, he has transitioned from mixed IT environments to a full Linux environment, showcasing his adaptability and commitment to evolving technologies.
Previous Experience in IT Engineering
Before joining Accruent, Jason Pratt held several positions in IT engineering. He worked at LuxTech as an IT Engineer from 2005 to 2010 for five years. Following that, he served as an IT Field Engineer/Infrastructure Engineer at Capital Support Ltd from 2010 to 2015. He then transitioned to Mitsubishi UFJ Trust International, where he worked as a Systems Administrator from 2015 to 2017. Each of these roles contributed to his extensive knowledge and experience in IT systems and infrastructure.
Education and Expertise
Jason Pratt studied at Hackney Community College from 1996 to 1998, where he achieved a Diploma in BTEC Computer Studies. He furthered his education at Middlesex University from 1999 to 2002, earning a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Networking. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in IT, equipping him with essential skills in computer studies and networking.
Certifications and Professional Development
Jason Pratt recently renewed his VMware certification, upgrading from VCP5-DCV to VCP6-DCV. This renewal reflects his commitment to staying current with industry standards and best practices. His professional development includes a focus on enhancing operational efficiency, demonstrated through his development of templates for streamlining server rollouts in VMware environments.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Jason Pratt specializes in maintaining Linux-based product environments, with a strong emphasis on automation integration using CI/CD tools. He has extensive experience managing VMware environments, capable of handling configurations ranging from small 10VM setups to larger 30-50VM configurations across multiple hosts. His technical skills enable him to effectively support and optimize IT infrastructure.