Kurt Rough
About Kurt Rough
Kurt Rough is a Lead Senior Systems Engineer with extensive experience in managing compliance with NIST and HIPAA standards. He has worked in various roles within the technology sector, including significant positions at MCG Health and Avanade, and possesses advanced skills in DNS, load balancing, and multi-tier architecture design.
Current Role at MCG Health
Kurt Rough currently serves as the Lead Sr. Systems Engineer at MCG Health, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the design and implementation of systems that support the organization's operational needs. His expertise in systems engineering enables him to ensure that the infrastructure is robust and secure, catering to the demands of the healthcare industry.
Previous Experience at MCG Health
Prior to his current role, Kurt Rough worked at MCG Health as the Hosting Operations Manager from 2009 to 2018. During his nine years in this position, he managed hosting operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and maintaining system integrity. His tenure at MCG Health laid the foundation for his current responsibilities in systems engineering.
Professional Background in Systems Engineering
Kurt Rough has a diverse background in systems engineering, having worked at several notable companies. He was a Senior Systems Engineer at Avanade from 2001 to 2006 and a Lead Systems Engineer at aQuantive from 1998 to 2000. Earlier in his career, he also held a position as 3rd tier technical support at MetaInfo for eight months in 1997. This extensive experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of systems architecture and operations.
Expertise in Compliance and Infrastructure
Kurt Rough possesses extensive experience in ensuring compliance with NIST and HIPAA standards within online enterprise environments. His mastery-level skills in DNS and load balancing are crucial for building secure and scalable infrastructures. He has a proven track record of designing and deploying multi-tier architectures for both internal enterprise systems and global customer-facing properties.
Team Management and Operations Experience
With over 13 years of experience managing teams, Kurt Rough has a strong background in supporting 24x7 operations environments. He focuses on ensuring continuous system availability, which is essential for the healthcare sector. His leadership skills contribute to maintaining high standards of operational excellence.