Jake Bennett

Background

About Jake Bennett

IT Director | Infrastructure | Systems | Networking | Cybersecurity | Strategic Leadership Results-driven IT Director at JT Logistics with 13+ years of experience in networking, systems, and infrastructure management. I oversee the Service Desk, Systems, Networking, and Infrastructure teams, ensuring seamless IT operations across the organization. I drive strategic initiatives, optimize IT processes, and oversee financial planning, budgeting, and vendor management while supporting a growing team of IT professionals. With a deep technical background in VMware ESXi, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Cisco Routers, Aruba and Cisco Switches, FortiGate Firewalls, and hybrid cloud environments, I specialize in network design, troubleshooting, cybersecurity, and infrastructure scaling. Before stepping into leadership, I served as a Senior Systems Engineer, supporting thousands of users across multiple domains, maintaining network reliability, and overseeing help desk and system administration teams. My experience includes managing teams in both military and civilian environments, bringing a strong foundation in leadership, problem-solving, and strategic planning. Passionate about driving efficiency, security, and innovation, I focus on aligning IT with business goals to support operational growth and scalability.