Troysnetworks.com  ·  Portland, OR

Two Decades of IT Excellence.
Scalable Solutions for Complex Challenges.

Senior-level IT consulting trusted by businesses across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. From network infrastructure to cloud migration — we engineer the backbone your business depends on.

Troy LaFrance – Senior IT Consultant
20+Years Experience
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What We Do

Enterprise-Grade IT Services

From legacy modernization to zero-trust security, we deliver solutions built for scale.

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Network Infrastructure Design & Management

We architect, deploy, and manage enterprise-grade network infrastructure that scales with your growth. From data center buildouts to SD-WAN deployments, reliability is non-negotiable.

  • LAN/WAN architecture & optimization
  • Data center design & virtualization
  • SD-WAN & unified communications
  • 24/7 network monitoring & NOC support
  • Disaster recovery & business continuity
  • Hardware procurement & lifecycle management
Network Uptime: 99.99%
Avg. Deployment: 14 days
Cisco & Meraki Certified
Multi-site management
Zero-downtime migrations
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Cybersecurity & Compliance Frameworks

Defense-in-depth security postures. Our zero-trust frameworks, continuous monitoring, and compliance programs protect your most critical assets.

  • Zero-trust network architecture
  • Penetration testing & vulnerability assessment
  • SIEM implementation & log management
  • SOC 2 / HIPAA / PCI DSS compliance
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) methodology
  • Cybersecurity & Privacy best practices
CEH: Unit 1 Certified
Google Cybersecurity Foundations
Microsoft Cybersecurity & Privacy
Secure Networking Certified
Incident response < 1 hr
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Cloud Strategy & Migration

Whether you're moving to AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud — or architecting a hybrid environment — we deliver strategies that reduce cost, increase agility, and eliminate vendor lock-in.

  • Cloud readiness assessment
  • AWS, Azure & GCP architecture
  • Hybrid & multi-cloud design
  • AI-powered infrastructure (Google AI Specialization)
  • FinOps & cloud cost optimization
  • DevOps pipeline & CI/CD enablement
Google AI Specialization
Microsoft IT Support Specialist
Avg. 40% cost reduction
Zero-downtime migrations
24/7 cloud ops support
Case Studies

Proven Results, Real Impact

A selection of enterprise engagements demonstrating depth and measurable outcomes.

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Cybersecurity

Regional Bank – Zero-Trust Security Overhaul

Deployed a full zero-trust framework for a 15-branch financial institution following a near-miss ransomware event. Implemented MFA, microsegmentation, and real-time SIEM across all endpoints.

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security incidents in 3 years post-deployment
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Infrastructure

Manufacturing Campus – SD-WAN Rollout

Replaced legacy MPLS infrastructure across 8 sites with Meraki SD-WAN, cutting WAN costs by 60% and improving inter-site latency from 80ms to under 12ms.

60%
WAN cost savings
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Network Design

Retail Chain – 50-Site Network Standardization

Designed and deployed a uniform network standard across 50 retail locations. Reduced IT support tickets by 70% through proactive monitoring and standardized configurations.

70%
reduction in IT support tickets
Disaster Recovery

Law Firm – Business Continuity Modernization

Replaced tape-based backup with cloud-first DR strategy. Achieved RPO of 15 minutes and RTO of under 2 hours — a 95% improvement over the legacy system.

95%
improvement in recovery time objective
Client Voices

What Our Clients Say

★★★★★

"Troy transformed our entire network infrastructure in under three weeks with zero downtime. His expertise is genuinely on par with any Fortune 500 IT shop — but with the personalized attention only an independent consultant can offer."

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Michael R.
CTO, Pacific Health Systems
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"After a near-miss ransomware attack, we needed an expert immediately. Troy had us fully hardened within 30 days. The zero-trust framework he implemented has protected us through three subsequent threat campaigns."

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Sarah K.
VP Operations, Cascade Financial
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"Our AWS migration could have been a disaster. Troy's methodical approach and deep cloud expertise meant we hit every milestone. The 40% cost savings were a bonus on top of a flawlessly executed project."

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David L.
Director of IT, NW Manufacturing Group
IT Insights

Latest from the Blog

Authoritative perspectives on enterprise IT, cloud strategy, and cybersecurity.

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March 2026

The Future of Cloud Infrastructure in 2026: Multi-Cloud or Bust

Why single-vendor cloud strategies are creating hidden risk — and how forward-thinking IT leaders are designing for resilience.

Read Article →
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February 2026

Zero Trust Isn't Optional: A Practical Implementation Roadmap

A step-by-step guide for SMB and mid-market organizations to implement zero-trust principles without breaking the bank.

Read Article →
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January 2026

AI in the Enterprise: What Google's AI Specialization Taught Me

Practical takeaways from completing Google's AI Specialization — and how AI tools are reshaping IT support, security, and infrastructure management.

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Ready to Solve Your Hardest IT Challenges?

Schedule a complimentary 30-minute strategy session. No sales pitch — just expert insight into your specific infrastructure needs.

Troy LaFrance

Licenses & Certifications

A verified record of professional development spanning cybersecurity, AI, cloud infrastructure, and IT support — sourced directly from LinkedIn credentials.
LinkedIn

20
Total Credentials
4
Issuing Organizations
2026
Most Recent Issue Year
3
Specialization Areas
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Microsoft

Official Microsoft Learning credentials

7 Credentials
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Microsoft

Microsoft IT Support Specialist

Microsoft
Credential ID: 5DE3QlZ9QFH8
IT Support
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Microsoft

Technical Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Techniques

Microsoft
Credential ID: 4E3583TD3Y46
IT Support
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Microsoft

Technical Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Techniques

Microsoft
Credential ID: 4L3583TD3Y46
IT Support
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Microsoft

Cybersecurity and Privacy

Microsoft
Credential ID: N69QGV593FQ5
Cybersecurity
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Microsoft

Introduction to Secure Networking

Microsoft
Credential ID: l74BlNDX-P5QC
NetworkingCybersecurity
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Microsoft

Introduction to Computers

Microsoft
Credential ID: C1KE1V3P9JH8
IT Support
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Microsoft

Essential Aspects of Software, Hardware, and Data Backup

Microsoft
Credential ID: 6l84Q0L91YlV
IT Support
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Google

Google Career Certificates & AI training programs

11 Credentials
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Google

Google AI Specialization

Google
Credential ID: JX9ZJSCA19PM
AI & ML
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Google

AI Fundamentals

Google
Credential ID: US4ZEC232UIU
AI & ML
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Google

AI for Data Analysis

Google
Credential ID: NlM4L5YHWlll
AI & ML
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Google

AI for App Building

Google
Credential ID: 7QELMF0XKEAO
AI & ML
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Google

AI for Writing and Communicating

Google
Credential ID: EVWZV7UHWFA5
AI & ML
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Google

AI for Research and Insights

Google
Credential ID: EO5VM1ZD6HQR
AI & ML
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Google

AI for Brainstorming and Planning

Google
Credential ID: AI966IKYEQ2B
AI & ML
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Google

AI for Content Creation

Google
Credential ID: V05M734GX0G5
AI & ML
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Google

Foundations of Cybersecurity

Google
Credential ID: QT6VK81TGYDX
Cybersecurity
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Pearson

Professional cybersecurity certification training

1 Credential
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Pearson

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 1

Pearson
Credential ID: 3WG0AE58QKUQ
CybersecurityEthical Hacking
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Skillshare

Professional skills and emerging technology training

1 Credential
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Skillshare

Understand & Use AI – ChatGPT with Smart Prompting Tips

Skillshare
Credential ID: 2DC45ZlYFXDXM
AI & MLProductivity