Ken Beard
About Ken Beard
Ken Beard is a Network Engineer with extensive experience in network operations and management, currently working at Insight Global since 2021. He has held various roles in network engineering and systems administration across multiple organizations, demonstrating a strong ability to enhance performance and reduce costs.
Work at Insight Global
Ken Beard has been employed at Insight Global as a Network Engineer since 2021. In this role, he applies his extensive knowledge and skills in network engineering to enhance network operations. His responsibilities include managing network infrastructure and ensuring optimal performance. Ken's experience in the field allows him to contribute effectively to the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at Check-6
Ken Beard worked at Check-6 as a System Administrator from 2014 to 2016, with a brief return in 2016 for two months. During his time in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area, he gained valuable experience in systems administration, which laid the foundation for his future roles in network engineering.
Career at WASHOE COUNTY DISTRICT COURT
Ken Beard served as a Senior Network Engineer at WASHOE COUNTY DISTRICT COURT from 2000 to 2011 in the Reno, Nevada Area. Over the course of 11 years, he developed expertise in network operations and management, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the court's network systems.
Education and Certifications
Ken Beard has a solid educational background in information technology. He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology from the University of Phoenix from 2000 to 2003. He also completed an Associate's degree in Electronics at Western Nevada Community College from 1999 to 2001. Additionally, he studied at Cisco Networking Academy, achieving CCNA certification from 2015 to 2017, and furthered his studies at Tarrant County College, focusing on Cisco networking.
Core Competencies and Skills
Ken Beard possesses core competencies in firewall design and Cisco Systems, with expertise in Red Hat/Cent OS and Linux systems administration. He demonstrates a talent for delivering performance enhancements and cost reductions in network operations. Ken is skilled in conveying complex technical information to end-users and has a proven track record of overcoming challenges in high-pressure environments.