Jeff Durr
About Jeff Durr
Jeff Durr serves as the Lead Network Engineer at the American Chemical Society, where he has worked since 2016. He possesses extensive experience in IT infrastructure design, network security, and managing complex technical projects.
Work at American Chemical Society
Jeff Durr has served as the Lead Network Engineer at the American Chemical Society since 2016. In this role, he leads complex technical projects that support multi-billion dollar revenue streams. His responsibilities include designing and implementing IT infrastructure solutions that are robust and scalable, ensuring the organization’s network capabilities meet its operational needs.
Education and Expertise
Jeff Durr holds a Master of Science in Telecommunications Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus, which he completed between 1996 and 1998. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from North Carolina State University from 1987 to 1991. His educational background supports his expertise in IT infrastructure design, network security, and global voice and data network management.
Background
Before joining the American Chemical Society, Jeff Durr worked in various roles that contributed to his extensive experience in network engineering. He was a Senior Network Engineer/Consultant at Addison Group from 2013 to 2016 and held positions at SecureNet LLC as Director of Network Operations, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield as Director of Client Technology Services, and Sirius XM Radio Inc. as Director of Voice & Data Networks.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Jeff Durr has demonstrated a proven record of leading complex technical projects and managing network security. His experience includes strategic and operational technology planning, disaster recovery, and business continuity. He has also been involved in merger integration and infrastructure consolidation, showcasing his ability to optimize IT resources during corporate changes.
Technical Skills and Experience
Jeff Durr possesses a range of technical skills relevant to network engineering. He has direct experience with real-time audio internet streaming, which is a specialized area within the field. Additionally, he is proficient in ITIL and service level management, and has expertise in vendor and contract management, ensuring effective relationships with external service providers.