Hoyt Mann
About Hoyt Mann
Hoyt Mann is a Senior Network Engineer with extensive experience in network design and management. He has worked in various roles, including a long tenure at Consolidated Communications and service in the US Army, and holds multiple industry certifications.
Work at Benefitfocus
Hoyt Mann has been employed at Benefitfocus as a Senior Network Engineer since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing network operations and ensuring the reliability of network services. His expertise in network engineering contributes to the overall efficiency and security of the organization's infrastructure.
Previous Experience at Consolidated Communications
Prior to joining Benefitfocus, Hoyt Mann worked as a Network Engineer at Consolidated Communications from 2007 to 2020. During his 13 years there, he was involved in various network projects and played a key role in managing network operations across a wide service area.
Military Background in the US Army
Hoyt Mann served in the US Army as a Computer Systems Repairer from 1983 to 1991. His eight years of military service provided him with foundational skills in computer systems and network management, which he has built upon throughout his career.
Education and Expertise
Hoyt Mann studied Computer Technology at Greenville Technical College from 1996 to 1998. He holds several professional certifications, including CCIE, CCNP, CCSP, CCNA, and Fortinet Security Administration. His technical expertise includes extensive experience with Cisco's OSPF, BGP, EIGRP QoS, and GRE protocols.
Network Infrastructure Design and Management
Hoyt Mann has designed and implemented a corporate security infrastructure using Cisco's SAFE Enterprise Network design. He has also implemented and maintained a PCI compliant infrastructure using Semafone. His experience includes managing a Citrix NetScaler Load Balancer and utilizing various tools for LAN/WAN management, such as Cisco ISE, Prime Infrastructure, and SolarWinds.