Montage Marketing Group

Responsible for creating an overarching strategy for all things technology and cybersecurity along with building a state of the art compliance and security program and revamping their overall a approach to information technology.

In this multi-hatted role I am facilitating multiple roles. IT Administrator, Mac Admin, Network Admin and cybersecurity expert. In addition I am helping win new business in the Federal Government level and bringing my entrepreneurial knowledge and spirit to help grow the organization in any way necessary to see them reach their growth goals.

Information Systems Security Officer

Breelabs

Sharing my experiences as CEO, Founder & Operator of Grove Technologies.

CEO & Founder

Interlaced.io

• CMMC Registered Practitioner helping to take clients through readiness in preparation for CMMC Audit
• Developed and implemented new technologies at Interlaced.io to enhance operational and security maturity, ensuring an exceptional user experience.
• Supervised system infrastructure to optimize functionality and efficiency, leading to improved operational procedures and policies.
• Monitored KPIs and IT budgets to assess technological performance, aligning technology strategy with business goals.

VP Technology, Cybersecurity & CMMC Registered Practitioner

Grove Technologies

• Provided expert computer consulting, cybersecurity, and CMMC services to optimize Apple computer investments.
• Managed staff augmentation, remote & onsite support, application development, and system deployment.
• Achieved significant cost savings and efficiency improvements for clients through tailored solutions.

CEO + Founder / CMMC Registered Practitioner & RPO

Marijuana Policy Project

• Managed all aspects of Network Administration, Server Administration, VOIP / SIP Administration, Budgeting, Cybersecurity, and IT Strategy for Marijuana Policy Project.
• Oversaw ordering supplies and configuring remote locations through on-site visits or contracted help.
• Implemented cybersecurity measures following PCI and NIST standards to ensure data protection.
• Developed IT strategies to optimize operations and enhance efficiency.

Director Of Information Technology

The Arc of the United States

Developing web communities for the chapters of The Arc, training staff on web and SEO standards and making sure web technologies are always online using high availability standards. Leading the building and managing internal Chapter Web Service. An online internal service providing high end, modern websites to the chapters of The Arc. Handles all development, platform management, scaling and staff training.

Web Administrator & Developer

Food & Water Watch

• Led IT restructuring and cybersecurity audits for Food & Water Watch, advising senior staff on technology changes and priorities.
• Facilitated smooth transition from former CTO to new IT Manager role, training team and finding replacement IT Manager.
• Conducted business needs analysis, documentation, and training to support organization through transition period.

Chief Technology Officer

Blue State

Responsible for all planning in regards to technology for internal staff development, communications, and systems. Manage the support needs for the entire organization including but not limited to vendor management, contract negotiations, and large-scale solution implementations. Responsible for managing purchases and technology budget for the entire organization for all locations. Strategic planning for technology needs of offices with high availability in mind. Manage IT procedures/policies in accordance with business rules and needs.

IT Director

Responsible for supporting all internal employee IT needs throughout BSD’s offices. Provide support for the organization's VOIP systems, network, and establishing core policies and procedures to help BSD stabilize their IT infrastructure. Responsible for ordering supplies and configuring remote locations through on site visits or through contracted help. Creating and balancing department budget for all locations. Creating a VPN based network for enhanced ARD support. Managing and monitoring OSX servers and implementing new technologies such as (MUNKI).

IT Manager

Georgetown University

Responsible for managing a large IT team that provides advanced technology services and support to the Georgetown faculty and staff in the Main Campus and University Services communities. Coordinates, schedules and maintains satisfactory customer support services that include but are not limited to, Desktop support, Mobile support, Phone support, Remote Support & more. Responsible for the imaging,  maintenance, inventory, packaging and upgrades for all Mac OSX platforms across the entire campus; for faculty and staff in an effort to standardize our Mac platforms. Currently serving as a manager, mentor and trainer for the Georgetown Service Delivery team.

Tier 1, 2, Student Help Desk: Manager & Systems Engineer

Organizing and maintaining all 17 remote locations in terms of IT needs, ordering supplies and configuring remote locations through on site visits or through contracted help. Creating and balancing department budget for all locations. Creating a VPN based network for enhanced ARD support. Managing and monitoring our network of 16 OSX servers. Customizing the OSX Server environment through UNIX to accomplish complex tasks such as MYSQL replication across servers.

IT Director / Sr. Apple Systems Engineer

Cybersecurity & IT Operations Leader | Executive MBA, Interlaced.io

I am an entrepreneur and IT leader with over 9 years of experience as the CEO and Founder of Grove Technologies, a managed service provider that helps people and businesses get the most out of their Apple computer investment. 

With my Executive MBA and multiple IT certifications, including Apple Certified, Mosyle Certified Admin, Addigy Academy Basics, and JumpCloud Core Certified, I have the skills and knowledge to deliver high-quality IT solutions, from staff augmentation and remote support to application development and system deployment. 

I also have a passion for helping aspiring entrepreneurs take that critical first step into consulting, freelancing, or starting their own side hustle. I can be their guide, mentor, coach, and supporter, helping them overcome their fears, challenges, and risks, and achieve their goals. 

Through my publications, awards, and online presence, I share my insights and expertise on IT management, cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, and Apple products. I invite you to follow me, connect with me, and join me on this exciting journey of creating value, solving problems, and making an impact.

Jon Brown, EMBA

HCLTech

JAMF Apple Engineer, Microsoft Intune Engineer

Experian

Build and deploy Apple MacBook Pro laptops and analyze security vulnerabilities with qualys. Remove vulnerabilities via ssh and manual remediation.

Vulnerability Engineer & Apple Asset Management

JAMF Admin and Apple Deployment Engineer

Self-employed

IT Specialist

Park Cities Presbyterian Church

Setup, Installed, and Configured Windows 10 Desktops for Deployment.
Configurations included:
Updated Windows 10 to Build 1703.
Creating a WindowsPE USB boot drive and a Gold Master Image.
Installing Office 365, Mounting One Drive File Shares with SharePoint services.
Configured Office App Commands.
Installed and configured database software. (Arena).
Configured Notification Bar and Privacy, Updates and Default Apps in Office 365.
Configured Windows 10 for a corporate environment.
Deployed all 25 PC and followed up with end users.
Helped with minor helpdesk issues.
Created and tested many PowerShell Scripts to streamline their environment.
Ex: (2 Local Admin Accounts, Domain Join, OU redirection, Default profile management, Lap Link Software, User Profile Backup, and many other tasks.)
Consulted in creating a structured and manageable AD environment.
Consulted in importing the AD module for PowerShell.
Consulted in creating images using MDT, DISM and WDS.
Consulted in managing WIM Filters in Group Policy.
Consulted in restructuring their Group Policy environment.

IT Desktop Engineer

Crossmatch

Installing and configuring laptops and desktops with our biometric hardware and software.
Testing and training to use the software for our clients.

Biometrics Implementation Engineer

5th Player Productions

Audio and Video pre and post production...... Steinberg Nuendo, Cubase, Avid Media Composer, Avid Pro Tools, Apple Final Cut Pro, Sony Vegas PRO.
Music studio network and server administration.
File and sample management.

Audio and Video Production and Computer Music Tech.

Bounty Enterprises

My roles included setups and configurations of Microsoft Windows Server and Windows 7, 8.1 Mac OS X computers.
ISP cut overs, Outlook installs and configurations.
Installing vendor specific software and working with the vendor to push out updates and new builds to the client computers.
*Hyper V setups and configurations.
*Setup and configuration of open directory in OS X environments.
*Troubleshooting and fixing all issues relating to a windows domain environment.

MDT Deployments (Creating gold master images and using Microsoft SCCM).
*Apple Deployments using Jamf and Deploy Studio.
*Setup and configuration of open directory (Apple Server) in OS X environments.

*Running PowerShell to configure Active Directory OU and groups, network NIC, implementing group policy and SMB permissions.

*Regular reboots and windows updates, antivirus clean up on the server and workstations.
*Server migrations for updated hardware or reconfiguration.
*Managing DNS.
*Firewall rules and port configurations.
*Data migration (Good Sync).
*Many other general IT tasks.

System Administrator

3T Pro Inc

Working with all related Network, Server and IT services for small to medium size businesses.
My roles included setups and configurations of Microsoft Windows Server and Windows 7, 8.1 Mac OS X computers.
ISP cut overs, Outlook installs and configurations.
Installing vendor specific software and working with the vendor to push out updates and new builds to the client computers.
*Hyper V setups and configurations.
*MDT Deployments (Creating gold master images and using Microsoft SCCM).
*Apple Deployments using Jamf and Deploy Studio.
*Setup and configuration of open directory (Apple Server) in OS X environments.
*Troubleshooting and fixing all issues relating to a windows domain environment.
*Running PowerShell scripts to configure Domain Join, Active Directory OU and groups, network NIC, implementing      group policy and SMB permissions.
*Regular reboots and windows updates, antivirus clean up on the server and workstations.
*Server migrations for updated hardware or reconfiguration.
*Managing DNS.
*Firewall rules and port configurations.
*Data migration (Good Sync).

IT Field Engineer

ComputerisFixed

Have been reparing and building workstations and servers for 15 years and i am A+, N+, and Security+ certified...
Skills include:
SOHO topologies
Secure Wireless Setups for Home and Business
Worksation Deployment
File and Folder permissions and management
Remote Desktop and Assistance
Data Recovery
OS recovery
iCloud, The Cloud and Hyper V Virtualization
TCP/IP
VPN
Active Directory
SSH, SFTP, FTP
VNC Server & Viewer

ComputerisFixed.com

The Arts Music School

Private Music Teacher for 16 years.
One on one lessons 
Music Theory – Beginner to Advanced, Song Study, Composition, Chord Theory, Acoustic and Electric playing, Modal study, can provide in class education to schools.
Responsibilities include: Motivating the students and keeping the lessons fun.

Guitar Teacher

Apple Deployment Engineer
JAMF 100 certified
JAMF 200 Tech certified
JAMF 300 Admin certified
Microsoft MSCA Windows Server
Microsoft MCSA Windows 10
Intune MEM, MAM, MDM
Microsoft MD-101
Microsoft MS-100
Microsoft MS-101
Cisco CCNA
CompTIA A+, N+, S+
PowerShell
Bash Scripting
Hyper V
Basic Linux Administration
Mac Enterprise Administration
OS X Leopard to macOS Monterey
VMWare VCP 5 Certified
VMWare View 5 Certified
Microsoft MDT, WDS Deployments
Open directory (Apple Server)

Specialties: 
macOS desktop support
Windows PC desktop support
JAMF administration
Intune administration
Remote desktop support
PowerShell scripting
Bash scripting
23 years experience

taplio

The Battle

Jon Brown, EMBA

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