Jim Hofbauer
About Jim Hofbauer
Jim Hofbauer is a Senior Network Engineer at Cambia Health Solutions, where he has worked since 2011. He has extensive experience in network security, having previously held various roles at The Regence Group and Swedish Medical Center.
Work at Cambia Health Solutions
Jim Hofbauer has been employed at Cambia Health Solutions as a Senior Network Engineer since 2011. In this role, he is responsible for monitoring the health of various network security devices, including Palo Alto Networks firewalls, CheckPoint firewalls, Microsoft UAG, and Bluecoat Proxy systems. He is also involved in recommending new systems and implementing security policies to enhance the organization's network security posture.
Previous Experience at The Regence Group
Prior to his current position, Jim Hofbauer worked at The Regence Group for a total of four years in various roles. He served as a Network Engineer from 2008 to 2012, where he focused on network infrastructure. Before that, he was a Security Admin from 2003 to 2005, responsible for maintaining security protocols. Additionally, he held the position of Team Lead from 2006 to 2008, overseeing a team in network operations.
Early Career at Swedish Medical Center
Jim Hofbauer began his career at Swedish Medical Center, where he worked as a Server Admin from 1997 to 1999. In this role, he managed server operations and contributed to the overall IT infrastructure of the medical center.
Education and Expertise
Jim Hofbauer studied at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from 1983 to 1987. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in network engineering and security.
Technical Responsibilities
In his current role, Jim Hofbauer is part of a team of four that is responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of network security devices. His technical responsibilities include ensuring the reliability and security of network systems, which is critical for the operations of Cambia Health Solutions.