Hello, my name is

Blake Riddle

Solutions Engineer and IT Manager

  • aliasforagiant@proton.me
  • 9802020581
About me

As a Solutions Engineer with over 10 years' experience, I thrive on tackling complex challenges that drive business growth. My expertise lies in architecting scalable, secure systems and AI solutions to translate technical strategy into measurable business value.

Industry Leading skills backed by top-tier certifications

With 10 years of experience in overall system and infrastructure design, I have mastered the skills of building robust and scalable solutions for a variety of needs. My skills are backed by industry leading certifications like the Security+ and CySA+ from CompTIA, and the CISSP from the ISC2 foundation. 

I believe effective infrastructure design and security are not just about deploying the correct tools, but rather integrating them into a cohesive system that provides actionable intelligence. I excel at translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable plans and acting as a trusted advisor to stakeholders across the organization

What I do

My wide range of expertise across the different IT fields gives me an advanced knowledge of many subjects from the newly introduced AI tools to complex business system design. I can handle any issues your business has.

Powershell automation

If you are looking for someone with experience creating custom powershell scripts for server management or Office 365 Management, you won't find anyone better.

AI Infrastructure Integration

From Microsoft Copilot to Claude Code, Cursor, N8N, and more! I have experience working with many AI solutions and integrating custom options for client needs. Let me help you today!

Technology Leadership

With 5 years of Enterprise level leadership already, whether it be in coaching and mentoring staff regarding Industry leading technology, methodologies and standards. Or leading and overseeing teams in the SDLC/ITSM life cycles, I have a lot that I can bring to your company.

Skills

Powershell
88%
System Administration
95%
AI Integration
75%
Technology Leadership
100%

My Experience

2024-Present

Edward Jones

Project Manager

I have responsibly led a team of 12 infrastructure engineers to identify gaps in the SDLC and Patching lifecycles for the Pre-production environment leading to root cause findings that saved the firm millions per year.

2023-2024

Affordable Care

IT Manager

I was responsible for leading a team of 25 engineers in designing and deploying a new network infrastructure across 45 office locations over a 6 month period, with scaling in mind for future offices amid network design, security requirements, and storage.

2021-2023

Heartland Dental

Senior Network Field Technician

I was tasked with spearheading end-to-end field operations for 15+ junior technicians across 50+ customer sites yearly, implementing standardized training and deployment protocols that reduced critical resolution time by 20% year over year and elevated customer satisfaction through proactive incident management.