Brandon Baker
About Brandon Baker
Brandon Baker is an Office 365 Engineer currently employed at Vista Equity Partners in Austin, Texas. He has extensive experience in the Microsoft ecosystem and has held various roles in technology and management since 1997.
Current Role at Vista Equity Partners
Brandon Baker has been serving as an Office 365 Engineer at Vista Equity Partners since 2021. In this role, he focuses on implementing and maintaining cloud-based solutions within the Microsoft ecosystem. His work involves optimizing Office 365 functionalities to enhance productivity and collaboration across the organization. Based in Austin, Texas, he has contributed to the company's efforts in leveraging cloud technologies to improve operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in IT and Management
Before joining Vista Equity Partners, Brandon Baker held several positions in the IT sector. He worked at EPM Live by Upland as Help Desk Manager and SharePoint Administrator from 2007 to 2016. He also served as a Program Analyst at LMR Solutions from 2007 to 2010 and as a SharePoint Administrator at CBTS from 2016 to 2021. His roles involved managing IT support, overseeing SharePoint environments, and ensuring effective communication between technical teams and end-users.
Military Background and Technical Skills
Brandon Baker served in the United States Marine Corps as an Aviation Electronics Technician from 1997 to 2002. During his military service, he worked on helicopter electronics, gaining valuable technical skills that laid the foundation for his future career in technology. His military experience contributed to his problem-solving abilities and technical expertise in electronics and systems management.
Educational Background in Technical Management
Brandon Baker pursued higher education at DeVry University, where he studied Technical Management and earned a Bachelor's degree from 2011 to 2013. He also attended ITT Tech/DeVry, focusing on Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management, achieving a Bachelor of Science (BS) from 2009 to 2011. His educational background has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate complex IT environments and manage technology projects effectively.
Experience in Cloud Solutions and Migration
Brandon Baker has been involved in the Microsoft ecosystem since 2007, with a strong focus on cloud-based solutions. He has experience in migrating companies from internal infrastructure to cloud-based Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) solutions. His expertise in cloud migration has enabled organizations to enhance their IT capabilities and adopt modern technology practices.