Jim Barber
About Jim Barber
Jim Barber is an Infrastructure Manager and Business Owner at BarberTechnologies, with extensive experience in network architecture and telecommunications. He has held various roles in multiple companies since the early 2000s and possesses numerous certifications in VoIP and security systems.
Work at Certified Languages International
Jim Barber has been employed at Certified Languages International since 2017. He currently holds two positions: Telecom/Network Systems Manager and Infrastructure Manager. In his role as Telecom/Network Systems Manager, he has contributed to the management of telecommunications and network systems for over seven years. As Infrastructure Manager since 2021, he has focused on overseeing the infrastructure operations within the organization. His work is based in the Portland, Oregon area.
Business Ownership at BarberTechnologies
Since 2021, Jim Barber has been the Business Owner of BarberTechnologies, located in Warren, Oregon. In this role, he manages the operations and strategic direction of the company. His experience in the technology sector informs his leadership and decision-making processes within the business.
Previous Experience in Telecommunications and IT
Jim Barber has a diverse background in telecommunications and IT, having worked at various companies in multiple roles. He served as Principal Systems Architect at KRP Communications from 2012 to 2015 and as Call Center Developer at Avtex Solutions, LLC from 2015 to 2016. His earlier positions include roles as Sr. Systems Engineer and Project Support Engineer at KRP Communications, and Sr. Integration Engineer at Pacific Star Communications, Inc. (PacStar).
Education and Expertise
Jim Barber studied at Bakersfield College from 1984 to 1993, focusing on Petroleum Technologies, Applied Mechanics, and Computer Science. He is currently pursuing a CIS focus in Networking at Portland Community College, which he began in 2008. Barber holds multiple certifications in VoIP technologies and has expertise in infrastructure technologies, network architecture, and internet infrastructure.
Certifications and Specializations
Jim Barber possesses numerous certifications that enhance his professional qualifications. He holds certifications in VoIP technologies, including Interactive Intelligence (ICCE) and Sphericall Certified Systems Engineer. Additionally, he is certified in security systems with credentials such as PointSec Certified Systems Engineer and SonicWall CSSA. His expertise extends to being a Polycom Sales and Support professional, specializing in conferencing and VoIP solutions.