Rob Bentz

Rob Bentz

Repair Technician

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Business and IT leadership.

  • Education

    • Bemidji State University

      2001 - 2008
      BAS Technology Management

      The study of Industrial Information Technology includes the modern design of information flow, communication flow, statistical analysis of processes, and organization for optimal performance.Core areas: Management and operational efficiency

    • Dunwoody College of Technology

      1991 - 1993
      AAS Computer Digital Electronics

      Computer Digital Electronics included the study of electronics in modern computer or digital communications technology. The curriculum focused on troubleshooting, repair, design, and operation of digital communications equipment down to the component level. Analog and digital circuits explored with communications focus.

    • Metropolitan State University

      2017 - 2020
      Master of Business Administration (MBA) Business with emphasis in Management of Information Systems

      MBA: application of my IT background to improve business efficiencies.

  • Experience

    • MultiTech Systems

      Feb 1994 - Jun 1998
      Repair Technician

      Responsible for repair of telecommunications equipment after failure in the field. Repair of equipment at the component level on most of the equipment Multitech manufactured. Device examples are modems, telecommunication multiplexers, single board computers, and various routing equipment. Work with customers to resolve faults and provide configuration support.

    • Curtis 1000

      Jun 1998 - Apr 2001
      IT Support Specialist

      Support of national IT infrastructure across five state locations. Accomplishments include a conversion of the information technology infrastructure from OS2 to Winnt 4.0. The conversion included a complete overhaul of the hardware systems (servers, workstations, and LAN connectivity equipment), core business software, and productivity applications.

    • Dunwoody College of Technology

      Apr 2001 - Jul 2022

      • Implementation of strategic plans to actualize business objectives• Recruit, train, and retain faculty• Define and monitor department operational procedures and practices to comply with regulator agency requirements• Identify potential risks and opportunities to protect and improve business interests• Develop partnerships with industry stakeholders for academic support• Provide definition, analysis, and oversight of division budget operations• Provide financial analysis to assist Senior Leaders in making sound financial business decisions that are sustainable and aligned with the strategic plan. Show less

      • Director of Computer Technology

        Jun 2021 - Jul 2022
      • Dean of Computer Technology

        Aug 2017 - Jun 2021
      • Manager of Computer Programs

        Aug 2010 - Aug 2017
      • Senior Computer Networking Instructor

        Apr 2001 - Aug 2010
    • Anoka-Ramsey Community College

      Sept 2006 - Jun 2008
      Adjunct Instructor

      Adjunct Instructor position, taught several classes in the evenings.Accomplishments: Helped re-introduce Linux into Anoka’s curriculum Redesign and delivery of course: CNET2114 – Fundamentals of UNIXOther subjects taught: Data assurance and security fundamentals

    • Bentz Information Technologies Services L.L.C [B.I.T.S]

      Mar 2014 - Jun 2017
      Owner

      IT consulting, specializing in communications/networking infrastructure optimization, redundancy, and network security.

    • Itasca Consulting Group, Inc.

      Jul 2022 - now
      IT Manager

      - Evaluate, plan, implement, monitor, and administer network security, IT risk management, and mitigation measures.- Develop and manage annual IT budget- Maintain computer networks, server systems, software, VPNs, routers, and other physical hardware.- Design, build, test, and maintain custom high-performance computing workstations to provide optimized performance for simulation modeling.- Demonstrate and promote security awareness and cyber security training.- Investigate business processes for automation.- Sourcing and purchasing for hardware, software, and networking devices.- Vendor/service provider contract negotiations and oversight.- Develop and maintain system policies.- Current project: Global IT initiative - MS365 tenant consolidation. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Cisco Certified Network Associate

      Cisco
      Aug 2008
    • Cisco Certified Network Associate

      Cisco
      Jul 2002
    • CompTIA A+

      CompTIA
      May 1999