Will Combs
About Will Combs
Will Combs serves as the Associate Director of Systems Engineering at Symplicity Corporation, where he has worked since 2009. He has a strong background in improving system performance and managing Linux-based environments, along with an educational foundation in Computer Science and an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business.
Work at Symplicity Corporation
Will Combs has served as the Associate Director of Systems Engineering at Symplicity Corporation since 2009. In this role, he has focused on enhancing the availability, durability, scalability, and security of systems engineering. His leadership has been instrumental in the development and expansion of Systems Administration, Systems Engineering, and IT teams, contributing to the company's continuous growth and global expansion.
Education and Expertise
Will Combs pursued his MBA at NYU Stern School of Business from 2020 to 2022. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and East Asian Studies from Dickinson College, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. His educational background supports his extensive experience in managing Linux-based production environments in both physical and cloud data centers.
Background in Education
Before joining Symplicity Corporation, Will Combs worked as a Classroom Teacher at James Rumsey Technical Institute from 2004 to 2009. He taught in the Computer Networking and Information Systems Program in Berkeley County, West Virginia. This role provided him with foundational teaching experience and a commitment to positively impacting higher education.
Professional Initiatives and Collaboration
Will Combs actively participates in hackathons and meet-ups, where he collaborates with colleagues to develop innovative solutions. He values creativity and encourages thinking outside the box within his teams. Additionally, he supports a healthy work/life balance by promoting flexible work environments.