Zach Martin
About Zach Martin
Zach Martin is an Infrastructure Engineer at Thomson Reuters in Charlotte, North Carolina, with over eight years of experience in network security, data recovery, and virtualization. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics with a Computer Science Minor from The University of Virginia's College at Wise.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Zach Martin has been employed at Thomson Reuters as an Infrastructure Engineer since 2016. His role involves enhancing network security and efficiency through the coordination of NAT and firewall rule updates with a managed firewall vendor. He has also implemented a highly available load balanced production environment, which improved hardware performance by 30% and decreased downtime for over 1,200 global customers. Additionally, he executes DNS updates and troubleshoots issues during quarterly software releases to ensure seamless operations.
Previous Experience at Eastman Chemical Company
Prior to his current position, Zach Martin worked as a Systems Technician at Eastman Chemical Company from 2012 to 2016. In this role, he gained valuable experience in systems management and support, contributing to the overall efficiency of the company's IT operations. His tenure at Eastman Chemical Company lasted for four years, during which he developed skills that would benefit his future roles.
Internship at Henry County Public Schools
Zach Martin began his career in information technology as an Information Technology Intern at Henry County Public Schools in 2011. This internship lasted for two months and provided him with foundational experience in IT support and operations, setting the stage for his future roles in the field.
Education and Expertise
Zach Martin earned a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics with a Computer Science Minor from The University of Virginia's College at Wise, completing his studies from 2007 to 2011. He possesses expertise in virtualization using Hyper-V and has extensive experience with Windows Server versions ranging from 2008 to 2019. His educational background and technical skills contribute to his effectiveness as an Infrastructure Engineer.
Data Management and Recovery
In his current role, Zach Martin is responsible for maintaining backups and data recovery for three data centers. This responsibility ensures data integrity and availability, which is critical for the operations of Thomson Reuters. His focus on data management highlights his commitment to maintaining high standards in IT infrastructure.