Brent I Young
About Brent I Young
Brent I Young is a Systems Administrator/Engineer currently employed at Amentum since 2020, with extensive experience in system maintenance and security for the Department of Defense. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Hawaii and has worked in various roles across multiple organizations since 2000.
Work at Amentum
Brent I Young has been employed at Amentum as a Systems Administrator/Engineer since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for managing system backups and restorations, ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) policies. His work involves maintaining and securing systems, particularly within the United States Pacific Command (USPACOM). Brent also develops and maintains Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for system operations, contributing to the overall efficiency and security of the systems he oversees.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Amentum, Brent I Young held various positions in the information technology sector. He worked at Information Systems Solutions, Inc. as a Systems Administrator/Engineer for four months in 2017. Prior to that, he spent two years at CACI International Inc as a Computer System Architect/Systems Engineer from 2018 to 2020, and also served as a Desktop Services Technician and Network Intrusion Analyst within the same company in 2017. His earlier experience includes five years as a Systems Administrator/Engineer at Oceanic Imaging Consultants, Inc. from 2000 to 2005, and eight years at Washington Technology Group in a similar role from 2006 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Brent I Young earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Management Information Systems from the University of Hawaii - College of Business Administration, completing his studies from 1996 to 2000. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in systems administration and engineering, particularly in maintaining and securing systems in compliance with DoD standards. He has developed custom scripts to enhance system functionality and security, showcasing his technical skills in the field.
Key Responsibilities and Skills
In his roles, Brent I Young has been responsible for a variety of critical tasks. He handles the backup and restoration of systems and applications, ensuring compliance with DoD Public Key Infrastructure requirements. Brent is involved in testing and executing Continuity of Operations (COOP) plans, reporting on outcomes to enhance operational readiness. He plays a key role in the Host Base Security System (HBSS) architecture, contributing to system inclusion and security measures.