Simcha Attis
About Simcha Attis
Simcha Attis is a Senior Infrastructure Engineer currently employed at BlueCat, with a background that includes significant roles at DPL and CGI. He holds a Bachelor in Computer Science and possesses expertise in high availability, Unix administration, and IT project management.
Work at BlueCat
Simcha Attis has been employed at BlueCat as a Senior Infrastructure Engineer since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for managing and optimizing IT infrastructure to ensure high availability and reliability. His expertise in infrastructure engineering contributes to the overall performance and efficiency of the organization's IT operations.
Previous Experience at DPL
Before joining BlueCat, Simcha Attis worked at DPL as a Senior Infrastructure Administrator from 2016 to 2022. During his six years in this position, he was based in Moncton, NB, where he focused on maintaining and improving the organization's infrastructure systems. His role involved ensuring the reliability and availability of IT services.
Career Background at CGI and IBM
Simcha Attis has a diverse career background that includes working at CGI as a Senior Consultant from 2010 to 2016. Prior to that, he served as a Technical Systems Analyst at IBM Global Services from 2000 to 2002. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in IT consulting and systems analysis.
Education and Specialized Training
Simcha Attis is currently studying at the SANS Technology Institute, focusing on Specialized Knowledge and Applications, particularly in Network Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking since 2018. He also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of New Brunswick, which he completed in 1997. Additionally, he earned a certificate in Management Skills for an IT Environment from Learning Tree International in 2009.
Skills and Certifications
Simcha Attis possesses a range of technical and managerial skills, including expertise in Unix administration and high availability systems. He holds Secret Clearance with the Canadian Federal Government, indicating his capability to handle sensitive information. His skills also encompass contract management and vendor relations, essential for managing complex IT projects. He is experienced in using Microsoft Visio for creating diagrams and flowcharts, aiding in the documentation and planning of IT infrastructure.