Craig Davis
About Craig Davis
Craig Davis is a Senior Network Engineer at Dataprise, where he has worked since 2011 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. He has extensive experience in network operations, data protection, and technology management, with a background in Mathematics and Computer Science from Frostburg State University.
Work at Dataprise
Craig Davis has been employed at Dataprise as a Senior Network Engineer since 2011, accumulating over 13 years of experience in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. In this role, he has developed and enforced policies and procedures aimed at leveraging technological advancements and introducing effective change control management. His responsibilities include managing teams that oversee daily network operations and customer support services, particularly for Microsoft Server Systems. He utilizes a variety of hardware, including Dell PowerEdge and HP rack mountable systems, to ensure optimal performance.
Previous Experience at NGEN LLC
Prior to his tenure at Dataprise, Craig Davis worked as a Network Engineer at NGEN LLC from 2009 to 2011, also in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. During this period, he gained valuable experience in network engineering, contributing to the management and support of network operations. His role involved hands-on technical work that laid the foundation for his subsequent career advancements.
Education and Expertise
Craig Davis studied Mathematics and Computer Science at Frostburg State University from 1988 to 1992. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in analytical and technical skills, which he has applied throughout his career in network engineering. His expertise includes extensive experience with CISCO layer-3 data and voice infrastructures, Avaya VoIP systems, and managing CITRIX and Microsoft Terminal Services environments.
Network Management and Data Protection
In his professional capacity, Craig Davis has implemented and managed enterprise-level Network Operations Center (NOC) components and monitoring tools to safeguard corporate data. He has utilized Veritas Backup Exec and Exabyte LTO Data Libraries for data protection and recovery. His experience also includes safeguarding data through PIX Firewalls, Site to Site VPN, and EMC/Dell SAN data stores, ensuring the integrity and security of critical information.
Budget Management and Operational Oversight
Craig Davis is accountable for managing multiple budgets and overseeing millions of dollars in physical capital and data assets. His role requires a strategic approach to resource allocation and financial oversight, ensuring that the network operations align with organizational goals while maintaining cost efficiency. His management of customer support services further emphasizes his capability in operational oversight.