Jamal Edwards
About Jamal Edwards
Jamal Edwards is the Director of IT at Resident, where he has contributed to the development of widely adopted IT standards since 2022. He has a diverse background in IT management and consulting, having worked with various organizations including Udacity, Twitter, and Kitty Hawk.
Current Role at Resident
Jamal Edwards has been serving as the Director of IT at Resident since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the IT department and contributing to the development of IT standards that have gained recognition in the industry. His leadership is pivotal in ensuring that the company's technology infrastructure is robust and efficient, supporting the overall business objectives.
Previous Experience in IT Management
Before his current position at Resident, Jamal Edwards held several significant roles in IT management. He worked at Udacity as a Senior IT Manager from 2018 to 2019 and previously served as IT Manager at the same organization from 2016 to 2018. His experience also includes a tenure as Senior Director of IT at Kitty Hawk from 2020 to 2022, where he played a key role in managing IT operations and strategy.
Background in System Administration
Jamal Edwards has a strong background in system administration, having worked at notable companies such as Twitter and Facebook. He served as a System Administrator at Twitter from 2012 to 2013 and later as Client Engineering and Operations from 2013 to 2015. His role at Facebook as a Senior IT System Administrator from 2010 to 2011 further solidified his expertise in managing complex IT systems.
Educational and Professional Development
Jamal Edwards began his career in education, working as a Teacher with the Regional Occupation Program at Ojai Unified School District from 2004 to 2007. He transitioned into IT roles, gaining experience at various organizations, including Stanford University as an IT Administrator in 2009. His diverse background has allowed him to support a wide range of clients, including scientists and celebrities, influencing his approach to technology.
Consulting and Photography Ventures
In addition to his IT roles, Jamal Edwards has been involved in consulting, currently working as an IT Consultant at Volley Automation since 2022. He also has a passion for photography and has been working as a Professional Photographer at Edwards Portraits since 2023. This dual career showcases his versatility and ability to balance technical expertise with creative pursuits.