Jesse Katz System Administrator Security Focused
About Jesse Katz System Administrator Security Focused
Jesse Katz is an Enterprise Support Engineer with a strong background in system administration and security. He holds a Master's Degree from The London School of Economics and has extensive experience in IT support roles across various organizations in Toronto, Canada.
Work at BlueCat
Jesse Katz has been employed at BlueCat as an Enterprise Support Engineer since 2021. In this role, he focuses on providing technical support and solutions for enterprise clients. His responsibilities include troubleshooting complex issues and ensuring the optimal performance of network configurations. Katz's experience in system administration and security enhances his ability to address client needs effectively.
Education and Expertise
Jesse Katz holds a Master’s Degree from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where he studied from 1996 to 1997. He also earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Concordia University. His academic background, combined with extensive experience in IT support and system administration, equips him with a strong foundation in technical problem-solving and security-focused practices.
Background
Before joining BlueCat, Jesse Katz worked as a Technical Support Engineer at Security Compass from 2018 to 2021. He also served as a System Administrator at Think Research for one year in 2017-2018. His earlier experience includes a 13-year tenure at the University of Toronto as an Information Technology Solutions Analyst, where he contributed to various IT projects and support initiatives.
Achievements in IT Support
During his time at the University of Toronto, Jesse Katz directed audiovisual upgrades in conference rooms and managed the replacement of multifunction devices across the Division of University Advancement offices. He provided front-end application support and back-end server configuration for Blackbaud CRM, managing sensitive alumni and donor information. Additionally, he designed and built a SharePoint site to track donor gift inventory and successfully migrated data from an older SharePoint site.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Jesse Katz has demonstrated proficiency in maintaining and supporting backup infrastructure for numerous enterprise-related applications, including VMware and SQL. He has identified and resolved performance and availability issues, contributing to the overall efficiency of IT operations. Katz has also written detailed documentation and procedures, providing clear explanations of protocols and IT solutions.