Michael Friedman
About Michael Friedman
Michael Friedman is the Manager of Network Datacenter Services at Expedia, Inc., with extensive experience in network engineering and management.
Current Role at Expedia
Michael Friedman has been working at Expedia, Inc. as the Manager for Network Datacenter Services since 2016. In this role, he leads a team responsible for supporting network operations within Expedia's global production data centers. His responsibilities include designing and deploying network infrastructure components such as firewalls, load balancers, and routing and switch fabrics.
Previous Positions at Orbitz Worldwide
Before joining Expedia, Michael Friedman accumulated an extensive range of experience at Orbitz Worldwide. He held multiple roles; initially starting as a Technical Lead from 2006 to 2008. He then progressed through several positions including Network Engineer I (2008-2010), Network Engineer II (2010), Senior Network Engineer (2010-2012), Team Lead of Network Engineering (2012-2014), and finally, Manager of Network Engineering from 2014 to 2016. His roles primarily focused on network engineering and team leadership in Chicago, IL.
Early Career and Education
Michael Friedman began his career at Best Buy, where he served as Manager/Supervisor from 2001 to 2006. Before stepping into his professional life, he earned a BS in Computer Engineering from the University of Illinois Chicago, studying from 1997 to 2001. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his expertise in network infrastructure.
Professional Certifications
Michael holds several industry-recognized certifications which underpin his extensive knowledge and skills in network engineering. These include CCNP R&S, CCNA, MCSA 2003 Server, Network+, and CCA. These certifications showcase his commitment to professional development and staying current with industry standards and technologies.
Technical Expertise
Michael Friedman is known for his expertise in designing and deploying network infrastructure components. His technical skills include working with firewalls, load balancers, and routing and switch fabrics. These specialized skills have been essential in his roles managing and leading network operations teams at both Expedia and Orbitz Worldwide.