Brendan Mc Fadyen
About Brendan Mc Fadyen
Brendan McFadyen is an IT Architect with extensive experience in designing and implementing IT environments for mission-critical systems, utilizing VMware SAN and vSAN technology. He has a background in software engineering and has held various roles in the IT sector, including leadership positions at Brock Solutions.
Work at Brock Solutions
Brendan Mc Fadyen has been employed at Brock Solutions since 2018, currently serving as an IT Architect. In this role, he is responsible for designing and implementing IT environments for mission-critical systems, utilizing VMware SAN and vSAN technology. His previous positions at Brock Solutions include Senior Software Lead from 2017 to 2020 and Software Developer from 2014 to 2017. During his tenure, he has led the initial deployment of SentinelOne security solutions to customer sites and developed system monitoring objectives and site installation standards.
Education and Expertise
Brendan Mc Fadyen completed his secondary education at Bluevale Collegiate Institute, achieving his Ontario Secondary School Diploma from 2006 to 2009. He furthered his studies at Conestoga College, where he earned an Ontario College Advanced Diploma in Software Engineering Technology with Distinction from 2010 to 2014. His educational background supports his expertise in IT architecture and software development.
Background
Before his current role, Brendan Mc Fadyen gained diverse experience in various positions. He worked as a Head Lifeguard at the City of Kitchener from 2009 to 2014, where he developed leadership and training skills. He also held co-op positions at Desire2Learn as a Business Applications Developer in 2013 and at Sandvine as an IT Help Desk co-op from 2009 to 2010. His early career experiences contributed to his technical and operational knowledge.
Technical Contributions
Brendan Mc Fadyen has made significant contributions to IT operations through the development of PowerShell scripts aimed at expediting deployment tasks. This initiative has enhanced efficiency within IT processes. Additionally, he provides training to both end customers and internal employees, showcasing his expertise in IT systems and contributing to knowledge transfer within the organization.