Dan Gallacher
About Dan Gallacher
Dan Gallacher is a Senior Lead Technical Engineer at Applied Tech, where he has worked since 2024. He has extensive experience in network troubleshooting, programming, and managing IT infrastructure.
Work at Applied Tech
Dan Gallacher has been employed at Applied Tech as a Senior Lead Technical Engineer since 2024. In this role, he focuses on network troubleshooting and ensures the reliability and performance of TCP/IP networks. His expertise is vital for maintaining the company's IT infrastructure.
Education and Expertise
Dan Gallacher studied at the Florida Institute of Technology from 1999 to 2003, where he earned a degree in Computer Engineering. His education included programming languages such as Java, C++, and Assembly. He is proficient in PHP, HTML, and CSS, which supports various IT and development tasks.
Background in IT Support
Before joining Applied Tech, Dan worked as a PC Technician at the Florida Institute of Technology from 2001 to 2003. He also served as a Network Administrator for the City of Port Orange from 2004 to 2009, where he managed network operations.
Experience in Network Administration
Dan has significant experience in network administration, having worked as a Senior Network Administrator at Virsage Solutions from 2012 to 2023. He also held a position as a Systems Administrator at Accurence for three months in 2012. His roles involved managing network systems and ensuring operational efficiency.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Dan possesses advanced skills in scripting languages, including Powershell and VBScript, which enhance automation in IT operations. He has expertise in managing web and DNS servers using Apache and Bind, and is experienced in virtual environments with VMWare and Hyper-V.