James Simon
About James Simon
James Simon is a Network Engineer with extensive experience in the telecommunications industry, having worked for companies such as tw telecom, Level 3 Communications, and DataBank. He has a background in accountancy and has held various technical roles, including IP Technician and Validation Team Lead.
Work at DataBank
James Simon has been employed at DataBank as a Network Engineer since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for managing and optimizing network systems to ensure efficient operations. His experience in network engineering contributes to the overall performance and reliability of DataBank's infrastructure.
Previous Experience in Networking
Before joining DataBank, James Simon held several positions in the networking field. He worked at Level 3 Communications from 2014 to 2022, where he advanced from Technician III - IP to Tech IV - Validation Team Lead over six years. Prior to that, he was an IP Technician at tw telecom for one year, from 2013 to 2014, and worked at DLS Internet Services in various roles, including Networking and Windows Server Administration from 2010 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
James Simon studied Accountancy at the College of Lake County. He completed his high school education at Libertyville High School - Butler Lake. His educational background, combined with extensive hands-on experience in network engineering and technical support, provides him with a solid foundation in both technical and operational aspects of networking.
Career Development in Technical Support
James Simon began his career in technical support at DLS Internet Services, where he served as Lead Technical Support Agent from 2010 to 2012. He continued to develop his technical skills while working in networking roles, which included responsibilities in both administration and consulting. This progression reflects his commitment to advancing his expertise in the field.