Aaron
Pollock
IT Director driving digital transformation through strategic IT leadership and architectural excellence.
About Me
How I Got Here
I moved to the San Francisco Bay Area almost 10 years ago from Wisconsin looking for better weather and better opportunities.
I've spent my time here expanding my knowledge in everything IT, not to mention making a bunch of friends and finding my wife!
Strategic Competencies
Core Expertise
Cloud Platforms
Expertise in AWS, Azure, and GCP architectures, optimizing multi-cloud environments for scalability and performance.
AI/ML Implementation
Integrating generative AI and predictive analytics into business workflows to drive operational efficiency.
Cybersecurity Strategy
Zero-trust architecture implementation and comprehensive risk management to safeguard enterprise assets.
Budget & ROI Management
Strategic oversight of $10M+ IT budgets, focused on cost-optimization and high-impact technology investments.
Computer Networking
Cisco-certified and hands-on experience managing Cisco Meraki networks across global locations.
Web Dev & Scripting
Building websites since the early 2000s and automating workflows with a variety of scripting languages.
Virtualization
Proficient in VMware and Proxmox for designing and maintaining on-premises virtualized infrastructure.
Physical Security
Deployed and managed building access control systems and AI-powered camera security across multiple sites.
Career Journey
Professional History
Director, IT
ThredUp
- check_circleHeaded the IT team, overseeing strategy and implementation of computing and network infrastructure.
- check_circleWorked across all facets of the company, from warehouses to the corporate office.
- check_circleVastly expanded cloud computing infrastructure and brought organizational structure to IT systems.
IT Systems Administrator
Jawbone
- check_circleManaged virtual hosts and network connectivity across global sites.
- check_circleExpanded skillset significantly by working across a broad range of enterprise systems on a large IT team.
IT Manager
3VR
- check_circleServed as the sole IT employee, managing everything from servers to phones to end-user support.
- check_circleHelped the company save money by rolling out custom collaboration solutions.
IT Administrator/Web Developer
TierraCast
- check_circleIn charge of all IT operations for the company, including networking, servers, software and tech support.
- check_circleCoded and maintained the company website and online store.
Network Technician Intern
Menard, Inc.
- check_circleConfigured Cisco and HP switches, routers, and access switches.
- check_circleCreated detailed network diagrams using Microsoft Visio, and then implemented them with new cabling and cabinets.
Case Studies
Projects
Some examples of projects I've worked on over the years.
Websites · 2024
DBGif
Website created to host animated GIFs for UniFi doorbells.
Websites · 2016
Pete Holmes Website
Created and hosted the website for Pete Holmes since 2016.
Peer Endorsements
Trusted by Leaders
“Aaron consistently works above and beyond what I need him for. Even if a problem seems tricky at first, he comes up with an innovative solution to make it work. I've never met someone who can so quickly learn new methods and new skills, that's one of many reasons he's impressed me so much over the years we've collaborated.”
Justin Johnson
Creative
“Aaron is a quick and efficient coder. He would be given a task and often have a working, well-designed solution within a matter of hours.”
Derek Leidl
Network Systems Engineer
Get in Touch
Say hello
Whether you want to chat about tech, have a question, or just want to connect — feel free to reach out.