Benjamin Gooch
About Benjamin Gooch
Benjamin Gooch is a Senior Network Engineer at USAID, with over a decade of experience in network engineering roles across various organizations. He has worked at August Schell Enterprises since 2019 and previously held positions at CGI, Sedona Technologies, and LightEdge Solutions.
Current Position at August Schell Enterprises
Benjamin Gooch currently serves as a Senior Network Engineer at August Schell Enterprises, focusing on USAID projects. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to various network engineering initiatives in Rockville, Maryland. His role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining network systems to support USAID's operational needs.
Previous Experience at CGI
Before joining August Schell Enterprises, Benjamin Gooch worked at CGI as a Senior Network Engineer for the Defense Media Activity. His tenure lasted one year, from 2018 to 2019, and took place at Fort George G. Meade, Maryland. In this role, he was responsible for managing network operations and supporting defense media communications.
Experience at August Schell Enterprises - DISA and DOD PKI
Prior to his current role, Benjamin Gooch was employed at August Schell Enterprises as a Senior Network Engineer focusing on DISA and DOD PKI from 2016 to 2018. During this two-year period, he worked in Rockville, Maryland, where he contributed to the development and management of secure network infrastructures for defense-related projects.
Early Career at Sedona Technologies
Benjamin Gooch began his career as a Network Engineer at Sedona Technologies, where he worked for seven months in 2013. This position was based in Rock Island, Illinois, and provided him with foundational experience in network engineering and support.
Background in Network Engineering
Benjamin Gooch has a comprehensive background in network engineering, having worked in various roles since 2006. His early positions included working as a Network Support and Field Network Technician at LightEdge Solutions, where he gained experience over three years. He later advanced to a Senior Network and Datacenter Technician role at the same company, serving for four years until 2013.
Education at Eastern Iowa Community College
Benjamin Gooch studied at Eastern Iowa Community College from 1998 to 2000. His education provided him with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for his career in network engineering.