Josh Lafave
About Josh Lafave
Josh Lafave is a Principal DevOps Engineer with extensive experience in infrastructure and cloud operations. He has worked for various organizations, including PrismHR and Conservation Services Group, and emphasizes automation to enhance operational efficiency.
Work at PrismHR
Josh Lafave has held multiple roles at PrismHR since 2016. He began as an Infrastructure Engineer in Southborough, MA, where he worked for 8 years. In 2017, he transitioned to the role of Senior Infrastructure Engineer in Hopkinton, MA, contributing to the company's infrastructure management. In 2022, he advanced to Principal DevOps Engineer, a position he has held for 2 years while working remotely. His focus at PrismHR includes leveraging technology to meet business needs and advocating for automation to enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience
Prior to his tenure at PrismHR, Josh Lafave worked at several organizations. He was a Cloud Operations Engineer at Amazing Charts for 8 months in 2016. Before that, he served as a Senior System Engineer at Autopart International from 2015 to 2016. His earlier roles include Associate Systems Engineer and Helpdesk Analyst at Conservation Services Group, where he worked from 2009 to 2015, and a Security Officer at Apollo Security from 2006 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Josh Lafave studied at American International College, focusing on PC and Network Support from 2008 to 2009. His educational background complements his extensive experience in systems engineering and cloud operations. He emphasizes the importance of using technology effectively to solve business challenges and is a proponent of an 'automate everything' philosophy to minimize human error in operations.
Career Progression
Josh Lafave's career has shown a steady progression through various technical roles. He began as a Helpdesk Analyst and advanced to positions such as Systems Engineer and Associate Systems Engineer at Conservation Services Group. His experience in system engineering paved the way for his roles at Autopart International and Amazing Charts, ultimately leading to his current position at PrismHR. His career reflects a commitment to continuous improvement and adaptation in the technology sector.