Joshua Cross
About Joshua Cross
Joshua Cross is an Infrastructure Engineer at American Electric Power, where he leads projects focused on Windows and VMware infrastructure design. He has extensive experience in server infrastructure management and lifecycle management, having worked in the field since 2018.
Work at American Electric Power
Joshua Cross has been employed as an Infrastructure Engineer at American Electric Power since 2018. In this role, he leads projects focused on Windows and VMware infrastructure design and implementation. He is responsible for quoting and purchasing all server infrastructure for the company. Joshua serves as the lead for all HPE Synergy inquiries, overseeing design and implementation processes. He has successfully designed and implemented server infrastructure in a newly constructed disaster recovery datacenter and has also developed new VDI hardware to accommodate remote work requirements.
Education and Expertise
Joshua Cross studied at Sinclair Community College from 2007 to 2010, where he earned an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems with a focus on Network Engineering. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for his current role, including expertise in iLO/Drac configuration and automation. He has also managed lifecycle processes for various operating systems, including a complete lifecycle management for Server 2008 and ongoing work on Server 2012.
Background
Prior to his current position, Joshua Cross worked as a Network Administrator at IBI Group in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, from 2012 to 2017. His earlier experience includes serving in the U.S. Army as a Bradley Linebacker Crewmember from 2001 to 2005 at Fort Hood, Texas. This diverse background has contributed to his technical skills and project management capabilities in the field of infrastructure engineering.
Achievements
Joshua Cross has played a significant role in several key projects throughout his career. He has assisted with multiple lifecycles for end-of-life hardware and operating systems, ensuring smooth transitions and upgrades. His work in designing and implementing server infrastructure for disaster recovery and new VDI hardware has been instrumental in supporting the operational needs of American Electric Power. His specialization in iLO/Drac configuration and automation further highlights his technical proficiency in infrastructure management.