Brian Pendleton
About Brian Pendleton
Brian Pendleton is a DevOps Engineer III at Asurion with a background in Computer Information Technology and Graphic Design & Photography.
Current Title and Role
Brian Pendleton is currently working at Asurion as a DevOps Engineer III. In this role, he is responsible for performing level one support for enterprise applications, databases, and networks, addressing issues proactively to prevent incidents or outages. He acts as the primary contact for initial triage during incidents and coordinates remediation efforts with other support groups. Additionally, Brian prepares detailed incident reports for executive notifications and provides timely responses to executive inquiries.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Asurion, Brian worked at Nationwide Studios as a Photography Supervisor from 2004 to 2013 in Gallatin, TN. During his tenure of 9 years, he oversaw various photography projects and ensured the quality of the visual outputs produced by the studio.
Education and Certifications
Brian Pendleton studied at Trevecca Nazarene University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Computer Information Technology. He completed this program in just 18 months, graduating with the highest honors from 2011 to 2013. Prior to this, he earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.) degree in Graphic Design & Photography from Nashville State Community College, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. He also holds an Information Systems Analyst certification.
Technical Proficiency
Brian is proficient in data manipulation using a variety of tools and technologies. His skill set includes AWS, SSIS, Informatica, Talend, Databricks, ActiveBatch, and New Relic. This diverse proficiency allows him to effectively manage and manipulate data in support of his role as a DevOps Engineer.
Career Progression at Asurion
Brian began his career at Asurion as an IT Associate and quickly advanced, being promoted to Analyst I after just four months. His role has evolved over the years, leading to his current position as a DevOps Engineer III. This progression highlights his capability and effectiveness in IT operations and support.