Jay Kruse
About Jay Kruse
Jay Kruse is a Citrix and Application Packaging Engineer at Russell Investments, where he has worked since 2016. He has improved application launch times and implemented automated processes, contributing to significant operational efficiencies.
Work at Russell Investments
Jay Kruse has been employed at Russell Investments since 2016, serving as a Citrix and Application Packaging Engineer. In this role, he focuses on optimizing application launch times by reviewing operational metrics. He has successfully decreased average Citrix logon times by 11.45% through detailed analysis of user profiles. Additionally, he implemented an automated patching process using PowerShell, which saves a minimum of four man-hours each week. Kruse also manages an offshore team responsible for first-level administration, support, and operations, as well as application virtualization.
Previous Role at Russell Investments
Prior to his current position, Jay Kruse worked at Russell Investments as the Technology Implementation Services Manager from 2004 to 2016. During this time, he managed the virtualization of key Office 2007 applications, which facilitated the continuation of legacy business processes. He oversaw the migration to a new Citrix version and infrastructure, achieving annual savings of $156,000 and a reduction of the Citrix server count by 36%. Kruse directed three outsource transitions in the Citrix and Application Packaging/SCCM areas.
Education and Expertise
Jay Kruse holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Washington State University. His educational background supports his expertise in technology implementation and application packaging, particularly in Citrix environments. His technical skills are complemented by his experience in managing teams and projects, which has contributed to his effectiveness in operational improvements.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Jay Kruse has received recognition for his contributions to project success. He is a recipient of two team awards for the timely and quality rollout of key applications, including CRM, Trading, and Billing. His initiatives have led to significant operational efficiencies, including the development of automated processes and successful transitions in technology management.