Jon Bigelow
About Jon Bigelow
Jon Bigelow is a Cloud Engineer with extensive experience in infrastructure management and software development. He has worked for notable companies such as Mutual of Omaha and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, focusing on cloud migration and automation.
Work at Mutual of Omaha
Jon Bigelow has been employed at Mutual of Omaha as a Cloud Engineer since 2018. In this role, he focuses on migrating on-premises infrastructure to cloud solutions. His expertise in software development and infrastructure management supports these initiatives. His position at Mutual of Omaha highlights his commitment to leveraging cloud technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Prior to his current role, Jon Bigelow worked at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska in two capacities. He served as a System Engineer II from 2016 to 2017 and later as a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer I from 2017 to 2018. During his time there, he gained valuable experience in system engineering and cloud infrastructure, contributing to his skill set in cloud technologies.
Background in IT at Union Pacific Railroad
Jon Bigelow's career in IT began with Union Pacific Railroad, where he held multiple positions from 2010 to 2016. He started as an IT Intern and progressed to Associate Project Engineer. His experience at Union Pacific Railroad provided him with foundational skills in project management and IT infrastructure, which he later applied in his cloud engineering roles.
Education and Expertise
Jon Bigelow is pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, a program he has been engaged in since 2012. His educational background includes a focus on Artificial Intelligence, which complements his technical skills. He specializes in scripting and automation, with proficiency in various programming languages, including PowerShell, C#, Java, Perl, and VBScript.
Transition from Game Development to Infrastructure Modernization
Initially, Jon Bigelow aimed to pursue a career in game development. However, he transitioned to infrastructure modernization, where he found opportunities to apply his skills in cloud engineering. This shift reflects his adaptability and willingness to embrace new challenges in the technology landscape.