huband, father, gamer, it guy

Jon Vallier

Experienced IT professional and devoted family man, constantly striving to perfect my skills at both.
Bio

Summary

I am an experienced IT professional acquainted with all aspects of technology and business, including server and desktop support and management, VoIP phones, database and financial management in the professional services industry.
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Portfolio

Going HA

My experience with going to high availability has been great. I took the firm from single hardware servers installed with a single operating system and upgraded us to running hypervisors and setting those hypervisors up with high availability. We set up high availability and multiple stages of backups. I have set up our servers in […]

VoIP PBX On-Prem vs Hosted

Benefits of hosted Quick installation and ease of use: PnP phones, training already in place, less downtown during change Integration with existing systems: Outlook, Android/iPhone Scalability: easily add 10/100 phones, server users only what is needed Adaptability: many different desk/cell phone options, can change Enhanced Collaboration: join meeting with 1 click, static team chat, IM […]

Passed the CompTIA Security+

So after passing the Security+ in 10 days I decided to go back and take a look how I got here and why. Also since I already had the CompTIA Network+ under by belt, I also received the CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist. Training Material Schedule Thoughts on Test

Finished “CompTIA Linux+” on Cybrary.it

Excel as a Linux system administrator and pass the CompTIA Linux+ certification exam with this comprehensive course. Enjoy the flexibility of exploring selective module topics that include hardware and system configuration, troubleshooting, and automation.

Finished “Introduction to IT & Cybersecurity” on Cybrary.it

Are you new to IT & cybersecurity and wondering which role might suit you best? In this cybersecurity for beginners overview, we cover the roles of Network Administrator, Incident Responder, System Administrator, Penetration Tester, Cloud Engineer, Cybersecurity Manager, and Privacy Analyst. Find the role for you in this exciting field.

Finished “Linux Fundamentals for Security Practitioners” on Cybrary.it

Are you training as a systems administrator with a Linux focus? This Linux Fundamentals for Security Practitioners course shows you how to configure a Linux OS to provide a secure computing environment. Learn more about Linux architecture, permissions, commands, directories, and shells to achieve a hardened Linux operating system configuration.

Finished “CompTIA A+ 220-1001” on Cybrary.it

Ready to start your career in IT and cybersecurity? Earn your CompTIA A+ certification on your journey to becoming a systems administrator, network administrator, or other cybersecurity professional. This CompTIA A+ training covers the 220-1001 exam components you’ll need.

Finished “CompTIA A+ 220-1002” on Cybrary.it

Ready to pass your CompTIA A+ 220-1002 exam on your path to becoming an IT and cybersecurity professional? In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of operating systems, security, software troubleshooting, and operating procedures. Gain the skills you’ll need to become a systems administrator or network administrator.

Attended webinar “Making sense of SolarWinds through the lens of MITRE ATT&CK(R)” by SANS Institute

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