Career Session 1 runs from 11:00-11:25
Career Session 2 runs from 11:30-11:55
*All students will attend 2 career sessions
IT SECURITY
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Room: Library
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Chris Paschke, Lisa Summitt, Chris Linton & Daniel Clements, Jeffco IT
Charisa Persico, Red Canary
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Come learn about the many pathways into information security as we try to protect data, systems, & financial resources: Blue team, digital forensics & investigations, incident response, malware, phishing, pen testing, OSINT, cryptography, social engineering, and more!
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NETWORK ARCHITECTURE/INFRASTRUCTURE
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ROOM: N219
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Jeff Ashley & Ken Keelan, Jeffco IT
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Join us to learn about the skills and qualifications needed to be successful as an Enterprise Network Engineer / Architect. This role is responsible for the design and implementation of enterprise-level networks with the goal of achieving the highest levels of reliability, scalability, and performance.
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SERVER ADMINISTRATION
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Room: N218
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Eric Mertz & Will Downing, Jeffco IT
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Building and maintaining server infrastructure for schools and school administration. Managing user access to servers, applications, and development.
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WIRELESS NETWORK ENGINEER
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ROOM: N217
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John Fuller, Jeffco IT
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Are you interested in learning about the role of a Wireless Network Engineer? If so, join this session to hear about what it takes to be successful in this role. Wireless network engineers are responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the wireless network infrastructure for an organization. This role also includes configuring and troubleshooting wireless access points, monitoring network performance and partnership with other IT professionals to integrate wireless networks with wired networks, ensure network security, and support the organization's overall technology goals.
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DIGITAL MEDIA DEVELOPMENT
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Room: N216
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Quynh-Chi Ho, Sam Silver, Jeffco IT
Josh Allen, Denver Public Schools
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If you are reading this career session description, you are interacting with and consuming digital media. In today's technology-driven world, digital media plays an integral part in how we distribute and consume information. Learn about the vast field of digital media, where technology, design and communication intersect!
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APPLICATION ADMINISTRATOR
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Room: 215
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Luther Augenstein & Juan Young, Jeffco IT
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Attend this session to learn more about what it takes to be an IT application administrator! Hear from Jeffco subject matter experts (SME's) about the key responsibilities and qualifications for the job and get an in-depth look into what a typical day in the life of an IT application administrator looks like. With the ever-growing amount of technology, IT experts are becoming invaluable in the workplace - don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!
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EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
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Room: N212
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Becky Shorey, Jeffco IT
Beth Hamlin, Academy of Las Animas Online
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Technology in the classroom can completely transform the student experience by giving more real-world experience and allowing choice. I never would have guessed that training teachers in how to incorporate technology would give me the opportunity to travel the country to work with and inspire fellow educators.
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IT PROJECT MANAGEMENT
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Room: N211
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James Zwyer, Larry Lunders & Mindi Seaman, Jeffco IT
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IT project management is the process of planning, organizing, and overseeing the development and implementation of technology related projects. The ultimate goal of IT project management is to deliver a project that meets or exceeds customer expectations within budget and on schedule. Come to this session to hear about how a Project Manager helps remove obstacles and gets the job done.
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DATABASE ADMINISTRATION
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Room: N210
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Mike Scott, Jeffco IT
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Unlock the power of data and jumpstart your career as a database administrator. Join us for an informative session on the skills and responsibilities of a DBA. The DBA role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining an organization's databases, and ensuring that they are secure and reliable.
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DATA SCIENCE
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Room: N209
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Kevin Richards & Heather MacGillivary, Jeffco Research and Assessment
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Come learn about the world of data science. From wrangling, analyzing, and visualizing to impactful interpretation and action, this ever-changing career path is promising (and lucrative). A great data scientist must have the magic trifecta of coding, statistics, and deep content knowledge. Hear about educational pathways to a data science career from a recent graduate of Regis' Masters in Data Science and the leader of the Jeffco Public Schools' analytics team.
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TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT CENTER
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Room: N206
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Ashley Casados, Konner Evans, Jeremy Rindt, & Lisa Weldon, Jeffco IT
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Attend this session to learn about a career as a Technology Support Center (aka Help Desk) agent. We are often the first point of contact for staff, students and parents seeking help or advice on technical problems. Agents are trained to quickly and accurately help customers diagnose and solve technical problems and ensure their products and services are operating optimally.
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ENTERPRISE DEVICE MANAGEMENT ENGINEER
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Room: N205
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Jenny Garland, Aaron Whitcomb, & Jay Schottler, Jeffco IT
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Here’s where the rubber hits the road - Without device support and management all other technologies become worthless. We are the liaison between all users of technology. From the end user and what they want to do to the higher levels of technology architects to help design solutions.
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COMPUTER REPAIR
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Room: N202
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Shelden Finholm, Karin Engelsgjerd, & Bikash Pradhan, Jeffco IT
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This session will provide an overview of a career as a computer repair technician. Attendees will learn about the skills and qualifications needed, as well as the job duties and responsibilities involved in this field.
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SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT & DEVOPS
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ROOM: N213/N214
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Audrey Turco, Joor
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Join this session to get an inside look into the exciting world of Software Development and DevOps. Attendees will gain an understanding of the different roles and responsibilities involved, and learn the latest tools and technologies that are used within the industry. They will also get insight into the job market and the skills required to develop a successful career in this fast-paced and ever-evolving field.
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