Derek Kellam
I worked as System\Network Administrator for around 15 years for the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic School Board, where I took the lead role in many I.T. projects that are the backbone of the boards IT infrastructure today. I then left for the same type of role as a Network Analyst for Haldimand County for close to 5 years. Next, I worked for Greenstone Gold Mines in Geraldton, ON as a Systems Administrator, which they were all amazing experiences. I always keep up on the latest in tech, security, etc. Recently I have completed Google's Cyber Security Certificate program to go with the many Certs (some have been retired). Current and past certifications include (but not limited to ) MCP, MOUS, MCSA, CompTIA A+, Zscaler Admin, Dell Sonicwall Security Administrator for example. I also have experience in many Windows Servers from NT4 all the way up to 2025, Linux, Network Gear from Switches\Wireless to UTMs\Next Gen Firewalls that include Cisco, Dell, HP, Juniper, Bluecat, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Meru, Extreme, Aerohive, Barracuda, just to name a few. I also have been working in Cyber Security years before they actually gave CS it's own field.
It was during my time at the Goldmine when I had been in an accident driving up for my rotation that I started to think about a different direction and going into business for myself. I have always been an open and honest person, and always took issue with some companies taking advantage of the lack of knowledge of their customers.
I am a father of 4 children, I like giving back to my community, of Brantford with my spare time. I have been coaching youth sports for over 28 years. I have coached for the Junior\Senior St. Johns Eagles, U6 - U18 Brantford Bisons and Under Armor Flag Football teams. I fully enjoy 3 things in life, learning, technology and sports... we can always promise 1 thing, we will always do our best to help out.