Cornelius Garner
About Cornelius Garner
Cornelius Garner is a Software Test Manager at Applied Research Solutions, with extensive experience in IT and telecommunications. He has held various roles in the United States Department of Defense and other organizations, focusing on software testing, technical leadership, and network systems.
Work at Applied Research Solutions
Cornelius Garner has been employed as a Software Test Manager at Applied Research Solutions since 2019. In this role, he integrates his technical knowledge of computer networks with the test policies and procedures of the Air Force and Department of Defense. He is responsible for executing testing of C4ISR, IW, IO, and cryptologic systems. Garner provides technical leadership and direction to various organizational elements within the 346 TS. His responsibilities include preparing test plans and ensuring that test coverage effectively verifies the capabilities of the System Under Test (SUT).
Previous Experience at the United States Department of Defense
Garner worked at the United States Department of Defense in various capacities from 2013 to 2017. He served as an IT Specialist from 2013 to 2014 in Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and as an IT Support Specialist/Networking from 2014 to 2017 at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio. His experience in these roles contributed to his understanding of military IT infrastructure and support.
Experience in Telecommunications and Cybersecurity
Cornelius Garner has a background in telecommunications and cybersecurity, having worked as a Telecommunication Analyst at General Dynamics from 2008 to 2009 in Kuwait. He later served as a Lead Cyber Test Engineer IV at Global Resource Solutions from 2017 to 2019 in San Antonio, Texas. His roles involved managing complex assignments and providing technical support in various capacities, enhancing his expertise in the field.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Garner studied at the University of Maryland Global Campus, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Systems and Computer Science from 2014 to 2018. He also completed Cisco CCNA Certification Training Courses, focusing on Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND1 & ICND2) from 2008 to 2009. This educational background has equipped him with the foundational knowledge necessary for his career in software testing and IT support.
Roles in Military and Technical Training
Before his current position, Garner held various roles that involved technical training and support. He worked as a Satcom Radio Instructor at Inovatech in Iraq and Kuwait from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, he served as TCF Lead and End User Support at ITT Systems from 2010 to 2011. These experiences contributed to his ability to manage multiple priorities and review peers' products effectively.