Jim Michael
About Jim Michael
Jim Michael is a DevOps Engineer at NWEA, with a background as a U.S. Navy veteran and extensive experience in software configuration management and development. He has held various positions in the tech industry, including roles at Medtronic and Connexions Loyalty, and has completed numerous certifications in software engineering and systems management.
Work at NWEA
Jim Michael has been employed at NWEA as a DevOps Engineer since 2022. In this role, he applies his extensive technical skills to support the development and operations of software systems. His responsibilities include managing software configuration and ensuring efficient deployment processes.
Education and Expertise
Jim Michael has a diverse educational background, primarily from the U.S. Navy's training programs. He graduated from NTTC Corry Station with a focus on Computer Systems - UYK20 in 1988. His studies also include Basic Cryptographic Operations and various Microsoft certifications, such as MSCE and MCSD. Additionally, he studied Software Engineering at the University of West Florida and Business Analysis at The George Washington University School of Business.
Background
Jim Michael served in the U.S. Navy for 15 years as a Cryptologic Technician (Communications), achieving the rank of CTO1 / E-6. His military service provided him with a strong foundation in cryptologic communications and technical operations. After his military career, he transitioned into the private sector, working in various IT roles, including positions at Medtronic and Connexions Loyalty.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Jim Michael has gained extensive experience in software configuration management, overseeing over 300 physical and virtual servers. He has proficiency in software build and release management using tools such as Visual Studio Team Foundation Server, GitHub, and Jenkins. His technical skills extend to packaging tools like Visual Studio Installer and Install Shield, as well as programming in languages such as Visual Basic and PowerShell.
Previous Employment History
Before joining NWEA, Jim Michael held several significant positions. He worked at Connexions Loyalty as a Software Configuration Management professional from 2012 to 2019. Prior to that, he served as a Principal IT Developer at Medtronic from 2002 to 2010. His experience spans various technologies and environments, including Unix operating systems and VMware ESX.