Daniel Pelfrey
About Daniel Pelfrey
Daniel Pelfrey is a High Performance Computing Network Engineer with extensive experience in network management and security. He has worked at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2009 and has a strong background in implementing Cisco Nexus switches and configuring Fortigate firewalls.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Daniel Pelfrey has been employed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory as a High Performance Computing Network Engineer since 2009. In this role, he focuses on the implementation and management of network systems that support high-performance computing environments. His responsibilities include monitoring network performance and conducting capacity planning to ensure scalability and optimal functionality of the systems.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Pelfrey studied Electrical and Computer Engineering at Shawnee State University from 1993 to 1998, earning a degree over five years. He furthered his education at Strayer University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, he completed vendor training from 2005 to 2007, enhancing his technical skills.
Background in Network Engineering
Daniel Pelfrey has extensive experience in network engineering, having worked as a Senior Network Engineer at Earthlink from 1995 to 2007. He also served as a VoIP/Network/WiFi/Systems Support Engineer at IdleAire Technologies from 2007 to 2009. His background includes expertise in implementing Cisco Nexus series switches and configuring Fortigate firewalls, which are essential for maintaining network security and performance.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Daniel Pelfrey possesses advanced skills in various technical areas, including the configuration of routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and RIP. He is proficient in scripting and database management, utilizing languages and systems like PHP, MySQL, Postgres, and Oracle. His strong background in voice systems includes experience with Acme Packet and Sonus Networks, which are important for telecommunications.
Training and Documentation Development
In his current role, Daniel Pelfrey develops operations documentation and provides training to various departments. This initiative facilitates improved support for network and system components, ensuring that team members are well-equipped to manage and maintain the infrastructure effectively.