Kurt Goodridge

Kurt Goodridge is an experienced professional with a diverse background in critical infrastructure and data center management/technician roles, backed by 30 years in the IT industry and a US ARMY Veteran.

Specializing in designing, constructing, and overseeing data centers for over a decade, Kurt boasts 15 years of expertise in network security and regulatory compliance (PCI-DSS, HIPAA, SSAE16 SOC 2) and 26 years in physical security and loss prevention.

His skill set includes implementing server management and infrastructure inventory platforms such as DCIM, IPAM, and Dell OpenManage, along with a wealth of leadership experience spanning 27 years, emphasizing mentoring, team building, and skill development.

Possessing a knack for troubleshooting hardware and OS issues, Kurt excels in diagnosing and resolving intricate technical problems. Moreover, he has a commendable 22 years of experience working remotely, showcasing adaptability and proficiency in virtual environments.

Kurt's educational background comprises a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of West Georgia, an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Individual Studies - Design and Drafting from Alfred State College - SUNY College of Technology, and Military Science and Operational Studies degrees from St. Bonaventure University and Alfred University.

Throughout his career, Kurt has held various positions in reputable organizations, including roles such as Senior Virtualization Analyst, Sr. Technology Analyst, Data Center Hardware Engineer at Norfolk Southern Corporation, Data Center Technician at Google Data Center, Director of Network Operations and Infrastructure at AcuCall, LLC, Chief Information Officer at AcuCall, LLC, Network and Hardware Consultant at BramJam Web Services, Data Center Manager at Total Server Solutions LLC, Lead Desktop Engineer at Teleperformance, USA, and Contact Center Agent at Teleperformance, USA among others.