Guy Bales
About Guy Bales
Guy Bales is a Network Support Specialist at Bigleaf Networks in Beaverton, Oregon, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in network engineering and desktop support, with certifications in network administration and Cisco CCNA.
Work at Bigleaf Networks
Guy Bales has been employed at Bigleaf Networks as a Network Support Specialist since 2020. In this role, he focuses on providing support for network operations and troubleshooting. His work is centered in Beaverton, Oregon, where he has contributed to the company's mission of enhancing network performance and reliability. Over the past four years, he has gained experience in various aspects of network support, particularly in SDWAN technologies.
Previous Experience at WiLine Networks
Prior to his current position, Guy Bales worked as a Network Engineer at WiLine Networks from 2018 to 2020. During his two years there, he was involved in network design and implementation, contributing to the company's infrastructure projects. His experience at WiLine Networks provided him with a solid foundation in network engineering principles and practices.
Education and Certifications
Guy Bales has a background in network administration, having studied at Portland Community College where he achieved a Two Year Certification of Completion (OST) in 2012. He also completed training at LTS Computer Training Center, earning the CompTIA NET+ certification in 2011. Additionally, he studied at New Horizons Computer Learning Center in Beaverton, Oregon, where he obtained the Cisco CCNA certification in 2012. These educational experiences have equipped him with essential skills in networking.
Technical Expertise
Guy Bales possesses expertise in configuring millimeter-wave and microwave wireless radios from various brands, including Bridgewave, Dragonwave, SIAE, Siklu, Ubiquity, and Microtik. He specializes in SDWAN technologies, particularly Velocloud, Bigleaf, and Telo IP. His skills extend to building, repairing, and configuring desktop computers, as well as installing and configuring operating systems and software. Additionally, he is recognized as a WiFi environment specialist, focusing on wireless network connectivity.
Professional Attributes
Guy Bales demonstrates a highly motivated and self-starting approach in his professional endeavors. He is goal-oriented and works effectively as a team player. His commitment to continuous improvement and collaboration enhances his contributions to network support and engineering projects.