The life of
Julian Yates
Results-driven Infrastructure Engineer with 25+ years of experience specializing in on-premise systems design and operations across Windows and Linux environments. Throughout my career spanning defense, healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors, I have consistently delivered stable, well-documented solutions that balance modernization with proven reliability.
My expertise encompasses comprehensive infrastructure domains including Windows Server platforms (NT 3.51 through 2022), Active Directory enterprise deployments, advanced networking and security implementations with Palo Alto Networks and Cisco technologies, and automation frameworks using Ansible and PowerShell. I maintain active TS/SCI clearance and have led cross-functional teams across multiple enterprise modernization initiatives, always ensuring alignment with security frameworks including NIST 800-171 and CMMC compliance requirements.
From architecting private cloud infrastructures spanning multiple data centers to conducting comprehensive disaster recovery assessments for critical utility operations, I approach each engagement with a focus on operational excellence, security integration, and sustainable technology adoption that enables long-term organizational success.
As a chief technologist, I specialize in guiding organizations through the intricacies of IT challenges by tailoring my skills to address specific needs. By combining my technical expertise with a deep understanding of business needs, I help organizations stay ahead of the curve in today's fast-paced technology landscape.
Should you seek adept navigation through today's tech world for your organization, I invite you to explore how my skills can be tailored to address your specific needs. Let's discuss how we can work together to achieve success!
Julian's Purpose
I have a deep passion for exploring new technologies, especially in areas like security, automation, and virtualization. However, I often face challenges in retaining the vast amounts of information these fields generate over long periods. To address this, I decided to create my own tailored 'Wikipedia' knowledge database. This tool not only helps me organize and retain technical information but also ensures I can access and build upon this knowledge efficiently.
Over the next little while, I will publish content on multiple social media platforms and sharing what I learn during my adventures in network architecture, infrastructure as code, containerization and automation.
25-Year Technology Evolution Journey
From Entrepreneur to Federal Architect - Leading Innovation Since 2000
Early Entrepreneurship
Founded Web Work Administration
Network Infrastructure Specialist
U.S. Army IT Specialist
Federal Consulting Rise
Founded NetStable LLC
Virtualization & Security Expert
FBI & DSS Lead Architect
ICE Infrastructure Modernization
Lead Senior Systems Architect - ICE
USAID Cloud Innovation
Senior Systems Architect - USAID
DARPA Classified Networks
Principal Solutions Architect - DARPA
Air Force Rapid Deployment
Principal Solutions Architect - U.S. Air Force
FinCEN Network Modernization
Operations Manager - Financial Crimes Enforcement
Multi-Level Security Innovation
Principal Solutions Architect - U.S. Navy
RADA Technologies Leadership
Director of IT / Principal Solutions Architect
Accenture
Principal Solutions Architect / Cloud Advisory Senior Manager
Leidos
Senior Systems Engineer / Infrastructure Architect
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