Jeffrey Barnett
About Jeffrey Barnett
Jeffrey Barnett is a Cloud Systems Administrator with a BS in Geological Engineering from Michigan Technological University. He specializes in managing cloud-hosted applications and has extensive experience in system monitoring and automation tools.
Work at Workforce
Jeffrey Barnett has been employed at WorkForce Software as a Cloud Systems Administrator since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for managing cloud-hosted applications, ensuring their performance and reliability. His work involves leading and implementing disaster recovery testing for IT infrastructure, which is critical for maintaining operational continuity. Barnett's expertise in public cloud management includes oversight of instances on platforms such as Azure and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.
Education and Expertise
Jeffrey Barnett earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Geological Engineering from Michigan Technological University. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical skills in cloud systems administration. Barnett specializes in managing both public and private cloud-hosted applications, demonstrating proficiency in various automation tools such as Puppet, Chef, Jenkins, and Ansible.
Background
Before joining WorkForce Software, Jeffrey Barnett worked at ADP as a Unix Systems Administrator for 16 years, from 2001 to 2017. His tenure at ADP allowed him to gain extensive experience in hardware support for major brands including IBM, HP, Sun/Oracle, and Dell. This background has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of IT infrastructure and systems management.
Technical Skills
Jeffrey Barnett possesses a wide range of technical skills relevant to cloud systems administration. He is experienced in monitoring systems using tools like Splunk, Nagios, and Dynatrace, which are essential for maintaining system health and performance. His proficiency in automation tools enhances his ability to streamline processes and improve efficiency in cloud management.
Disaster Recovery Implementation
In his current role, Jeffrey Barnett leads the implementation of disaster recovery testing for IT infrastructure. This responsibility is crucial for ensuring that systems can recover quickly and effectively from disruptions. His expertise in this area reflects his commitment to maintaining the integrity and availability of cloud-hosted applications.