Ryan Keisling
About Ryan Keisling
Ryan Keisling is a Systems Network Administrator at Sandhills Publishing, where he has worked since 2010. He has a background in computer and information sciences from Arizona State University and has experience in configuring and deploying various IT systems and processes.
Work at Sandhills Global
Ryan Keisling has served as a Systems Network Administrator at Sandhills Publishing since 2010. Over his 14-year tenure, he has been instrumental in various IT initiatives, including the upgrade of web servers and the implementation of critical monitoring systems. His role involves managing network systems, ensuring operational efficiency, and enhancing security measures across the organization.
Previous Experience at Target
Before joining Sandhills Publishing, Ryan worked as a Certified Pharmacy Technician at Target from 2008 to 2012. This role provided him with experience in a fast-paced environment, where he developed skills in customer service and operational management within the healthcare sector.
Education and Expertise
Ryan earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Computer and Information Sciences from Arizona State University, W. P. Carey School of Business, completing his studies from 2006 to 2010. His education laid the foundation for his technical skills and expertise in systems administration, network management, and IT security.
Technical Contributions and Projects
Ryan has made significant contributions to IT infrastructure at Sandhills Publishing. He configured and deployed Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) to facilitate system upgrades and played a key role in upgrading web servers from IIS 6 to IIS 7.5. Additionally, he developed standardized workflows for creating Entrust certificates and created custom scripts to automate maintenance tasks for Exchange servers.
Monitoring and Security Implementations
In his role, Ryan implemented System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) alerts to monitor expiring certificates, which proactively prevents potential website downtime. He also translated complex technical specifications into accessible language for business analysts, aiding in the development of improved hardware installation processes.