Summary
Shane Saunders is a seasoned IT leader with over 15 years in the industry, currently serving as Director of Information Technology while also acting as CIO for a consulting firm. He blends hands-on systems administration (Linux and Windows), Active Directory design, and database development with software engineering skills in C#, ASP.NET Core, MySQL and MS SQL. Shane has a track record of delivering practical, cost-conscious solutions—such as transitioning desktops to Raspberry Pi thin clients to cut operational costs—and has repeatedly built networks and applications on tight budgets. His background spans roles from QA and network engineering to executive IT leadership, giving him a rare combination of tactical troubleshooting and strategic technology planning. Educated in Linux/Unix server security and administration, he is comfortable owning end-to-end infrastructure and application stacks for small to mid-size organizations.
10 years of coding experience
19 years of employment as a software developer
Career Pathway Certificate, Linux/Unix Server Network Security, Career Pathway Certificate, Linux/Unix Server Network Security at Portland Community College
English