Christopher Pritchard

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Experienced Motivated Principal Architect with Exceptional Knowledge of Information Technology Infrastructure of Storage, Compute, Virtualization, and Networking within Converged and Hyper-Converged Infrastructure.
Christopher Pritchard's Location
Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area, United States, United States
About Christopher Pritchard

I am an experienced Architect, ITIL certified, with over 20 years of experience in IT leadership and datacenter infrastructure architect roles. My proficiency lies in driving hosted cloud architecture platforms, managing Cisco Unified Computing Systems, IP Networking, and SAN / NAS Storage. Notably, I have overseen a 4 Petabyte environment spanning multiple global data centers and AWS.My strengths include driving hardware deployments, lifecycle management, and improving cloud security through automation scripting. I've transformed Webex Enterprise Contact Center solutions across numerous international sites, managing thousands of servers and VMs.In my previous role as a Senior Consultant at GlassHouse, I delivered consistent results in designing modernization plans and implementing technology infrastructure for clients. I led various successful projects like migration of hundreds of servers from legacy systems to newly implemented solutions resulting in significant cost savings.Throughout my career, I have developed unique strategies that resulted in unprecedented uptime in storage environments and streamlined troubleshooting processes leading to significant reductions in issue resolution time. As a mentor, I collaborate with team members to strengthen technical skills and nurture professional growth.If you need someone who can manage large-scale IT infrastructures while optimizing performance and security using innovative solutions, let's connect!

Christopher Pritchard's Current Company Details

Experienced Motivated Principal Architect with Exceptional Knowledge of Information Technology Infrastructure of Storage, Compute, Virtualization, and Networking within Converged and Hyper-Converged Infrastructure.
Christopher Pritchard Work Experience Details
  • Ttec Digital
    Principal Architect, Cloud Engineering
    Ttec Digital Apr 2022 - Dec 2024
    Greenwood Village, Colorado, Us
    Information technology leadership of the hosted cloudarchitecture platform providing ITIL framework objectives for the cloudcomputing infrastructure via hyperconverged infrastructure, security,and customer focus. Driving hardware deployments, lifecyclemanagement, and cloud security improvements via automationscripting with PowerShell, Python APIs, and Linux Bash Scripting.Transformation of Webex Enterprise Contact Center solutions across10 international sites, managing 27 Cisco HyperFlex clusters with over450 servers, 6,200 VMs, and 4 Petabytes.Managed Cisco Unified Computing System servers, IP Networking,SAN / NAS Storage, and VMware ESXi with 25 clusters, 200 servers,2,000 virtual machines and 2 Petabytes of capacity.Provide team security, technical, and professional mentorship towardsprofessional growth and flexibility.Support ACI Network, CUCM, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)environments.Design technology solutions to automate and improve security assessment compliance to maintain PCI Certification.
  • Blackbaud
    Production Infrastructure Architect
    Blackbaud Sep 2018 - Jul 2022
    Charleston, South Carolina, Us
    Datacenter infrastructure architect for converged and hyperconvergedstorage, compute, and virtualization solutions.Oversaw a 4 Petabyte environment spanning 22 storage domains,numerous global data centers, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) andMicrosoft Azure public clouds.Cisco Unified Computing System multiple domains with 500 B-Seriesservers.Data Center operations.Mentorship of infrastructure team associates.SME of data storage platforms of EMC PowerMAX, Unity, DataDomain, Isilon, ECS, and HPE arrays.Managed +5,000 UNIX and Windows server VMs using VMware ESXi.Security services to maintain compliance certifications.
  • Ttec
    Principal Infrastructure Engineer
    Ttec Oct 2013 - Feb 2018
    Greenwood Village, Colorado, Us
    Ardent Leader of the cloud computing environment, and the experttechnical experience for Storage, Compute and Virtualization of Cisco'sHosted Collaboration Solution (CUCM). Developed automation ofdeployment and lifecycle management with scripting for drive customerexperience and cost savings.Expanded data center sites to span four continents in theUS/UK/Singapore/Australia, with oversight and monthly reporting.Define converged networking technical requirements for multiple usecases.Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) multiple domains with 300 BSeriesservers.SME for data storage management, continuous improvement, andDevops methodologies of like-minds transformers of the serviceoffering environment.
  • Volusion
    Senior Storage Engineer
    Volusion Dec 2012 - Sep 2013
    Austin, Texas, Us
    Responsible for the management of the storage environment which includes multiple data centers between California and Texas. This includes design, implementation, administration and performance optimization the storage environment. Implementation and creation of processes, procedures and reporting for data center infrastructure management. Support HP Blade and Cisco UCS systems consisting of large ESX and Hyper-V virtual environment.Storage environment:• 1 Petabyte• EMC VNX Unified• DataDomain• Isilon NAS• NetApp FAS• Cisco MDS SAN switches• Brocade SAN switches• CompellentAccomplishments of note:• Performed migration of iSCSI network to FC SAN.• Managed the migration of 80 ESXi hosts, 1000 virtual hosts and 200 Tb residing on legacy Compellent arrays to a VNX configuration.• Designed and reconfigured existing Cisco SAN fabrics to meet industry and management best practices.• Obtained 99.99% (including maintenance windows) uptime for quarters 1, 2 and 3, which was unprecedented in the storage environment. This was due to the creation of implementing policies and procedures that included adherence of ticketing process, change management compliance, regular maintenance procedures and environment monitoring.• Implemented reporting process and documentation to senior management to provide visibility into the storage environment.
  • Glasshouse Technologies
    Senior Storage Consultant
    Glasshouse Technologies Aug 2005 - Nov 2012
    Southborough, Ma, Us
    As a Senior Consultant at GlassHouse delivered consistent and measurable results in the delivery of consulting strategy and implementation projects for clients and partners. Frequently called upon to evaluate environments, deliver assessments to multiple levels of management, design modernization plans and implementation. Routinely collaborated with sales teams to identify business opportunities at new and existing clients of GlassHouse. As part of the services team, responsibilities included working with pre-sales teams to scope projects and statements of work.Core strengths in the areas of technology infrastructure, experience with multiple platform interoperability, data center and IT infrastructure design and operations, high availability and business continuity, systems and storage implementation and management (including server virtualization). Accomplishments of note:• Led a project to migrate 300+ servers from a legacy IBM SVC environment to a newly implemented NetApp solution for an insurance provider. I designed the target NetApp infrastructure and collaborated with the vendor's Professional Services to deploy the solution. I developed and executed a migration plan, focusing on minimal downtime and disruption to the environment.• Designed and implemented a 1PB storage environment for a financial services client. Key aspects of this deployment included local and remote site design and implementation, configuration of replication between the two sites and BC/DR testing and validation.• Led a diverse team of engineers on a legacy data migration project for a healthcare conglomerate. It involved reconfiguration and migration of 500+ servers. My unique approach to the migration design resulted in the migration being completed ahead of schedule and overall costs savings of over a million dollars.• Assessment, re-architect and deployment of storage and virtualization environment to industry best practices to an ultra-high density in the automotive industry.
  • Dell
    Eec Emc Storage Technician
    Dell Mar 2003 - Aug 2005
    Round Rock, Texas, Us
    Was part of a team that specifically catered to Dell’s enterprise clients. The roll as an Enterprise Technician managed the advanced technical support, business goals, and assistance queue, which dealt directly with the client’s senior solutions administrators and architects. As a SME in EMC solutions, managed all internal Dell escalations related to EMC-Dell branded products as well as other Dell OEM backup/recovery and host connectivity solutions.Accomplishments of note:• Developed a suite of programs that automated the analysis of support logs and streamlined the troubleshooting process. This resulted in significant reduction of the time it took to resolve issues. This tool was submitted to Dell to be filed as a patent.• Attained the highest level of certification (Master level) for EMC Proven Professional tracks – considered to be one of the best in the industry for storage certifications• Consistently earned the highest score in Dell’s customer satisfaction surveys. I was often asked to train junior members of the team during their onboarding process on how to manage customer expectations during an escalationSupport included Windows, NetWare, HPUX, AIX, Sun, and Linux. Solutions included EMC CLARiiON, Windows Clusters, Dell NAS and SAN solutions, Tape Libraries and Backup implementations. Achieved a Mastery level of all Knowledge Checks with all training. Maintained a high level of Customer Service and have mentored to other technicians. Performed Level 2 and 3 escalation roles within the EMC Team for in depth issues that needed a high level of engagement. Developed a solution to provide a tool to Storage support to analyze EMC logs to maximize troubleshooting, which was been submitted to Dell for Patent. Filled the Team Lead role for the EEC Storage Department to ensure a consistent customer experience and escalation points. Elected representative for the EMC Team to the EEC Storage Winning Culture Committee.
  • Christian Science Monitor
    Senior Systems Engineer
    Christian Science Monitor Jun 2002 - Nov 2002
    Boston, Us
    Managed 100's of Novell Netware and Microsoft Windows environment with a focus towards reduction of waste and operational toil.
  • Citizens Bank
    Senior System Engineer
    Citizens Bank Aug 2001 - Jun 2002
    Providence, Rhode Island, Us
    Lead the NetWare and Windows host environment, implemented process improvements to enable customer growth and value to parent company. Partnered with multiple departments, including Security, Networking, and monitoring to ensure 100% uptime and full compliance with change management processes.
  • Fleetboston
    Senior Engineer
    Fleetboston Oct 1998 - Aug 2001
    Us
    As part of the Platform and Data Center teams I was responsible for multiple data center locations throughout Rhode Island. I maintained core infrastructure stability, data center optimalization, Change Management, and ensured 100% operational uptime.
  • Alpine Computer Systems
    Systems Engineer
    Alpine Computer Systems Jun 1995 - Oct 1997
    I have experience as an integration engineer, deploying server hardware and operating system solutions to some of the largest financial institutions in Boston, Chicago, and New York.I lead teams of up to 10 members for remote deployment of customer solutions.

Christopher Pritchard Education Details

  • United States Marine Corps
    United States Marine Corps
    Aviation Maintenance
  • 14+ Years Experience Equivalent To Master’S Degree In Computer Science
    14+ Years Experience Equivalent To Master’S Degree In Computer Science
    Computer/Information Technology Administration And Management
  • 15 Years Experience Equivalent To Bachelor'S Degree In Computer Science
    15 Years Experience Equivalent To Bachelor'S Degree In Computer Science
    Computer Science
  • Bristol Community College
    Bristol Community College
    Computer Science

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Christopher Pritchard attended United States Marine Corps, 14+ Years Experience Equivalent To Master’s Degree In Computer Science, 15 Years Experience Equivalent To Bachelor's Degree In Computer Science, Bristol Community College.

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