Gerard Schmidt,Ccna
About Gerard Schmidt,Ccna
Gerard Schmidt is the Team Lead for Circuit Design at Lightpath, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in circuit design and network operations, including previous roles in the United States Navy and various positions in telecommunications and finance.
Work at Lightpath
Gerard Schmidt has been employed at Lightpath since 2011, holding various positions over the years. He currently serves as the Team Lead Circuit Design, a role he has occupied since 2017. In this capacity, he oversees circuit design projects and leads a team of engineers. Prior to his current role, he worked as a Circuit Design Engineer from 2013 to 2017, focusing on the technical aspects of circuit design. His tenure at Lightpath spans over a decade, showcasing his commitment to the organization.
Previous Experience
Before joining Lightpath, Gerard Schmidt gained valuable experience in various technical roles. He served in the United States Navy as an Electrician's Mate (E-4) from 1990 to 1994. After his military service, he worked at Citigroup as a Network Technician from 2000 to 2005 and later as a Net Ops Supervisor from 2005 to 2006. He also worked at Alcatel-Lucent as a Network Implementation Tech from 2008 to 2011, where he contributed to network deployment and implementation projects.
Education and Expertise
Gerard Schmidt studied at Holy Trinity from 1985 to 1989. His educational background laid the foundation for his technical expertise in circuit design and network operations. He holds a CCNA certification, which demonstrates his proficiency in networking concepts and practices. This combination of education and certification supports his roles in circuit design and network management.
Career Timeline
Gerard Schmidt's career spans several years across different organizations. He began his professional journey at Citigroup in 2000, where he worked for five years as a Network Technician. He then transitioned to a supervisory role at Citigroup for one year. Following this, he joined Alcatel-Lucent for three years before returning to Citigroup. In 2011, he joined Lightpath, where he has held multiple positions, culminating in his current role as Team Lead Circuit Design.