Ben Marquis
About Ben Marquis
Ben Marquis is an Associate Enterprise IT Architect specializing in infrastructure at Martin's Point Health Care, with extensive experience in virtualization technologies and network security. He has held various engineering roles in different companies, focusing on disaster recovery, cloud communication solutions, and compliance.
Work at Martin's Point Health Care
Ben Marquis has been serving as the Associate Enterprise IT Architect - Infrastructure at Martin's Point Health Care since 2022. In this role, he focuses on implementing and managing IT infrastructure solutions, contributing to the organization’s overall technology strategy. His work is centered in the Portland, Maine Metropolitan Area, where he applies his extensive knowledge of virtualization and network security to enhance the organization's IT capabilities.
Previous Experience in IT Infrastructure
Prior to his current position, Ben Marquis accumulated significant experience in various roles within the IT sector. He worked at Dead River Company as a Systems Engineer from 2009 to 2013 and later as a Senior Systems Engineer from 2013 to 2017. He also held the position of Network Engineer IV at WEX from 2018 to 2022 and served as a Senior Network Engineer at MEMIC for one year in 2017. His diverse background includes roles that emphasize systems engineering and network management.
Education and Expertise
Ben Marquis studied at Northern Maine Community College, where he earned an Associate's Degree in Information Technology from 2003 to 2006. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive expertise in virtualization technologies, particularly with VMWare infrastructure versions 5.x, 6.x, and 7.x. He is also skilled in configuring Cisco Firepower security appliances, enhancing network security across various environments.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Ben Marquis possesses a range of technical skills, including expertise in cloud-based communication solutions, specifically with Genesys PureCloud in both BYOC and Cloud models. He has extensive experience with Cisco Unified Communications technologies, such as Call Manager, Unity, UCCX, and Emergency Responder. Additionally, he is knowledgeable in PCI Compliance and Hardening, ensuring secure IT environments and adherence to regulatory standards.
Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
In his career, Ben Marquis has been involved in engineering disaster recovery and backup solutions, emphasizing the importance of business continuity and data protection. His work in this area highlights his commitment to maintaining operational resilience and safeguarding critical data for organizations.