Joseph P. Smith
About Joseph P. Smith
Joseph P. Smith is a Lead Network Engineer with extensive experience in IT and network operations. He has held various positions in academia and industry, including roles at Park University, Aflac, and the United States Air Force.
Work at Synovus
Joseph P. Smith has been serving as the Lead Network Engineer at Synovus since 2002. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing network operations and engineering projects. His extensive experience in network design and operations contributes to the efficiency and reliability of Synovus's IT infrastructure. Smith's tenure at Synovus spans over two decades, during which he has played a key role in various network initiatives.
Previous Experience
Before joining Synovus, Joseph P. Smith held several positions in the IT field. He worked as a Project Manager at MCI Systemhouse from 1996 to 2002, where he managed projects across multiple locations, including New Jersey, Colorado, and Brazil. Prior to that, he was an Office Systems Analyst at Aflac from 1992 to 1996 in Columbus, Georgia. He also served as an Adjunct Faculty Instructor at Park University from 1989 to 1991 in the Phoenix, Arizona area.
Education and Expertise
Joseph P. Smith's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Park University, which he completed from 1988 to 1991. He also holds an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Science from the same institution, earned from 1987 to 1989. Additionally, he studied at the University of Maryland University College and the Community College of the Air Force, focusing on Computer Science and Instructional Systems Design, respectively. His expertise encompasses IT-focused merger and spin-off activities, electronic countermeasures, RF systems implementation, and data center capacity planning.
Military Background
Joseph P. Smith served in the United States Air Force from 1983 to 1991 as an F-15 Avionics Specialist and FTD Master Instructor. His military experience included assignments at various posts in Europe, Arizona, Florida, and Colorado. This background provided him with a strong foundation in technical skills and systems implementation, which he has applied throughout his career in the IT industry.
Technical Skills and Projects
Joseph P. Smith possesses a diverse skill set that includes graphic arts, drafting, basic machining, and electronics. He has significant experience in data center design, having developed a 20,000 square foot Tier 3 plus data center. Additionally, he has built two smaller data centers and two Network Operations Centers, showcasing his capabilities in network operations and infrastructure development.