Well, I'm out in New Jersey this week talking with the DoD about network management systems, interoperability, and best practices for building NOCs. I'd planned to take my iPhone out and get some cool pics of me standing in front of a tank or something but it's been dark when we finish every day.
It's interesting to hear everyone's opinion about how network management systems should operate and interoperate. Definitely some very smart people here and I'm looking forward to chatting with them more tomorrow.
In the meantime, I've been thinking a bit about how these practices can apply to those of you in the commercial sector. If you've got a cool NOC drop me a note and I'd like to chat and possibly come see you.
Josh
Josh,
I work for a contractor for the DoD and the security policy we must adhere to is a little crazy. Please talk to them about the security policy (DIACAP) and how network management fits in! It's something were definitely struggling with.
I work for a startup company, and we have been working hard over the last year to build out our NOC. This is a new role for me, as Director of Network Operations. I'm very interested in hearing more about your NMS/NOC viewpoints, as well as sharing ideas with others in this type of environment.
-Jake
Jake,
Give me a call anytime or drop me a note at headgeek@solarwinds.com and we can setup a time to chat. I'd be glad to help.
I have been involved in many Geek Blog sites but would like to say this is well created and very informative.
Interesting pictures from Cisco days.
Gaza,
Thanks! i really appreciate the feedback.