About Me
A career pivot at 40 — built on experience, not excuses
The Honest Truth
I'm 40 years old. I don't have a traditional IT degree. What I do have is over a decade of hands-on technical experience solving real problems in demanding environments. I've learned that in this industry, what you can do matters more than where you learned to do it.
My path to IT isn't conventional, but it's built on a foundation of systems thinking, hardware troubleshooting, and the kind of cross-functional problem solving that comes from years of making complex systems work together.
Why Network Operations?
Throughout my career, I've gravitated toward the technical backbone of operations — the systems that keep everything running. Network infrastructure is where reliability meets complexity, and that's exactly where I want to be.
NOC Technician and Network Support Technician roles align perfectly with my experience: monitoring systems, troubleshooting issues under pressure, and maintaining the infrastructure that businesses depend on. I'm not starting from zero — I'm pivoting from adjacent experience.
The Journey
RF Venue
Systems Integration Lead
Led integration projects for RF systems, coordinating hardware deployments, firmware updates, and system configurations. Worked directly with engineering teams to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
Cognex Corporation
Technical Integration Specialist, Vision Systems
Specialized in machine vision systems integration, working with advanced hardware and software to implement quality control solutions. Developed deep expertise in systematic troubleshooting methodologies.
Wesco Distribution
Technical Operations & Systems Logistics
Managed technical operations and logistics systems, gaining experience in inventory management systems, process optimization, and cross-functional team coordination.
What Drives Me
At 40, I could stay comfortable. But comfortable doesn't build the career I want. I'm putting in the work — studying for Network+ with Professor Messer's course, following an 8-week study plan, and documenting every step of this journey publicly.
This website isn't just a portfolio — it's accountability. Every blog post is proof that I'm showing up, doing the work, and moving toward my goal of landing a NOC Technician or Network Support Technician role here in Massachusetts.
Follow the Journey
I'm documenting my study progress weekly. See how I'm preparing for Network+ certification.
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