Simon Keneford
About Simon Keneford
Simon Keneford is a Citrix Administrator with over 12 years of experience at the Government of Canada - Shared Services. He has held various IT roles since 1989, including positions at Hewlett-Packard Enterprise Services and Nortel Networks.
Work at Government of Canada
Simon Keneford has been employed at the Government of Canada - Shared Services since 2012, serving as a Citrix Administrator. His tenure spans over 12 years in the Ottawa, Canada Area. In this role, he provides Citrix Consultant services as part of the 49 Solutions team, contributing to the management of a significant computing infrastructure.
Previous Employment History
Prior to his current position, Keneford worked at Hewlett-Packard Enterprise Services as a Systems Administrator from 2009 to 2012. He also held various roles at Nortel Networks, including Computer Systems Analyst and System Engineer, from 1999 to 2009. His early career included positions at the Department of National Defence and NAV CANADA, where he started as a Helpdesk Technician.
Education and Expertise
Simon Keneford studied at Carleton University, where he earned a BA Honours in History from 1985 to 1989. His educational background complements his extensive experience in IT, where he progressed from a 1st level helpdesk technician to a senior Citrix architect, showcasing his expertise in systems administration and Citrix technologies.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
Keneford has been part of elite teams responsible for managing a computing base that includes 4000 servers and 35000 workstations. His responsibilities as a Citrix Administrator involve overseeing the deployment and management of Citrix environments, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for users across the Government of Canada.