Kurt Ferguson
About Kurt Ferguson
Kurt Ferguson is a Desktop Engineer with extensive experience in IT management and desktop support. He has worked for various companies, including F&G, Skillsoft, and GeoLearning, and possesses skills in antivirus deployment, email migrations, and endpoint encryption technologies.
Current Role at F&G
Kurt Ferguson has been employed at F&G as a Desktop Engineer since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for managing desktop environments and ensuring optimal performance for end-users. His expertise includes deploying and configuring various software solutions and managing email migrations for hundreds of users across different platforms.
Previous Experience in IT
Prior to his current position, Kurt Ferguson held several roles in the IT sector. He worked as a Lead Desktop Analyst at F&G from 2016 to 2021, and before that, he served as an IT Engineering Manager at Skillsoft from 2014 to 2016. His earlier positions include Desktop Administrator at GeoLearning and Desktop System Administrator I at SumTotal Systems.
Education and Expertise
Kurt Ferguson earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree with a double major in Psychology and Philosophy from Iowa State University, completing his studies from 1999 to 2005. His educational background supports his analytical skills and problem-solving abilities in the IT field.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Kurt Ferguson possesses extensive technical skills in deploying antivirus solutions, endpoint encryption technologies, and virtualization. He has experience with enterprise hardware from vendors such as Dell, HP, and IBM, and has worked with Nimble SANs and Palo Alto Advanced Firewalls. His proficiency includes using the Dell KACE K1000 Appliance for helpdesk operations and software deployment.
Email Migration and Domain Management
Kurt Ferguson has significant experience in managing email migrations, including transitioning users from Google Apps Enterprise and Microsoft Exchange. He has also handled domain migrations, facilitating the transfer of users from acquired company domains to parent domains, ensuring a seamless transition for all affected users.