Donnel A. Hinkins, PhD, MBA
About Donnel A. Hinkins, PhD, MBA
Donnel A. Hinkins, PhD, MBA, is an Information Systems Security Engineer at Amentum and an Associate Faculty member at The University of Arizona Global Campus. He has extensive experience in information technology, cybersecurity, and academic instruction, supported by a diverse educational background.
Work at Amentum
Donnel A. Hinkins serves as an Information Systems Security Engineer at Amentum since 2021. He has been involved in security engineering tasks at the Pacific Missile Range Facility in Hawaii for three years. His role includes ensuring the integrity and security of information systems, leveraging his extensive background in cybersecurity and information assurance.
Current Academic Role
Since 2023, Hinkins has held the position of Associate Faculty in Cyber and Data Security Technology at The University of Arizona Global Campus. This role allows him to contribute to the academic field by sharing his knowledge and experience in cybersecurity with students. His remote work arrangement enables him to teach from Chandler, Arizona.
Professional Experience
Hinkins has a diverse professional background in information technology. He worked at L3Harris Technologies as an Information Systems Security Engineer from 2019 to 2021 and previously served as a Lead Systems Administrator from 2016 to 2019. His earlier roles include Senior Systems Administrator at RLM Communications, Inc. and Information Technology Manager at XOtech, LLC. His experience spans various sectors, including military and academic environments.
Educational Background
Hinkins has a robust educational background in information technology and related fields. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Information Technology from the University of the Cumberlands between 2018 and 2020. He also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Master of Science (MS) in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from Western Governors University. Additionally, he is pursuing several associate and bachelor degrees at Thomas Edison State University.
Multidisciplinary Expertise
Donnel A. Hinkins possesses a multidisciplinary background in IT, integrating knowledge in cybersecurity, information assurance, and IT management. This diverse skill set enhances his effectiveness as both an educator and a security engineer, allowing him to address complex challenges in the field of information systems security.