Robert Holbrook
About Robert Holbrook
Robert Holbrook is a Senior Infrastructure Engineer at American Electric Power, where he has worked since 2016. He has a background in computer science and engineering, with experience in network management and system reliability enhancements.
Work at American Electric Power
Robert Holbrook has been serving as an Infrastructure Engineer Sr. at American Electric Power since 2016. In this role, he focuses on enhancing system reliability through the configuration of F5 Load Balancing systems, ensuring updates are applied with minimal downtime. His responsibilities also include administering Solarwinds with an emphasis on CIP protocol compliance, which supports secure and efficient network operations. Holbrook's expertise in managing large-scale network environments is evident as he oversees the monitoring of over 30,000 endpoints.
Education and Expertise
Robert Holbrook studied at Edison State Community College, where he earned an Associate of Arts (A.A.) and an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Computer Science from 2005 to 2007. He furthered his education at The Ohio State University, achieving a degree in Computer Science and Engineering from 2007 to 2010. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical skills and expertise in network management and infrastructure engineering.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining American Electric Power, Robert Holbrook worked at Memorial Health as an Information Systems professional from 2012 to 2013. He also served as a Systems Administrator - Infrastructure Specialist 2 for the State of Ohio from 2014 to 2016. During his tenure at the State of Ohio, he automated ticket creation processes using Perl scripting, which improved the efficiency of incident management.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Robert Holbrook has demonstrated technical proficiency through various contributions in his career. He developed SNMP models using MIBs to enhance network monitoring capabilities. His experience includes configuring systems that ensure compliance with industry standards and protocols, particularly in the context of network security and operational efficiency.