My name is CONNOR E. JAY

I Build Enterprise IT Infrastructure

My professional toolbox spans a wide range of technologies:

Server virtualization technologies such as VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, Proxmox. Network administration & engineering, cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, backup solutions such as Veeam & Spanning, and enterprise IT toolkits like KaseyaOne & NinjaOne.

Professional Growth

Pursuing industry-leading credentials through hands-on experience.

Bachelor's of Science

Networking and Cybersecurity Anticipated to achieve: May 2026

CCNA

Cisco Certified Network Associate achieved May 2024

CCNP Enterprise

Cisco Certified Network Professional Working to achieve: May 2027

CCIE Enterprise

Cisco Certified Inter-Networking Expert Working to achieve: May 2029

IT Support Technician

FWCBS

Fort Washington, PA

Sept. 2021 - Aug. 2023

 

Maintaining & supporting all computers and network appliances of a 10-person company’s primary office.

Student Network Systems Engineer

The Leahy Center

Burlington, VT

Sept. 2023 - Sept. 2024

 

Brought on by the Leahy Center earlier than my peers due to my qualifications and industry certifications.

Lead Student Network Systems Engineer

The Leahy Center

Burlington, VT

Sept. 2024 - Mar. 2025

 

Took on a leadership role during my second year, guiding a team of five student engineers & delegating tasks in groups of two-three.

Junior Solutions Engineer

Simpleroute

Colchester, VT

Mar. 2025 - Present

 

Managing network environments for over 60 clients across Vermont, providing comprehensive infrastructure support and solutions.

Commonality Lab

The Commonality Lab is a student-driven capstone lab environment designed for the pursuit of advanced certifications and consistent scalability in relation to my career.

Multi-Layer Switching

Cisco Catalyst switches (C3850, C3750X, C3560X) configured in a three-tier network architecture with PoE capabilities and advanced VLAN segmentation.

Virtualization Infrastructure

Two 2U Dell PowerEdge servers totaling 112 vCPUs, 256+ GB of ram, and 40+ TB of storage. Hosting multiple comprehensive Windows Server & Linux environments including redundant domain controllers, DHCP, DNS, CA, and Network Policy Servers.

Routing and Security

Cisco ISR 4331 routers for learning routing protocols and Cisco ENARSI exam preparation. WatchGuard & Sophos NGFWs providing a unique multi-vendor lab experience.

Get in Touch

Interested in discussing IT / Network infrastructure, professional development, or potential opportunities?

I’m always open to connecting with fellow professionals and students in the field.

Connor E. Jay – Building Scalable Network Solutions

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