Drew Portis
About Drew Portis
Drew Portis is a Data Center Technician with a diverse background in military and civilian roles, including positions in security, customer service, and health services. He has extensive training from the US Army Signal School and has served in various capacities within the Army for over a decade.
Current Role at ECS
Drew Portis currently serves as a Data Center Technician at ECS, a position he has held since 2021. His work is based at Sandia National Laboratories in Livermore, California. In this role, he is responsible for maintaining and managing data center operations, ensuring optimal performance and security of the data infrastructure.
Previous Experience in Security and Customer Service
Prior to his current role, Drew Portis worked in various positions that involved security and customer service. He was employed at Hana Industries, Inc. as a Security professional for five months in 2021. Additionally, he served as a Customer Service Specialist at the Washington State Department of Health from 2018 to 2019, and later as a Health Services Consultant I from 2019 to 2020.
Military Background and Training
Drew Portis has an extensive military background, having served in the US Army from 2000 to 2015. His roles included Signal Support Systems Specialist, Communications Security Account Manager, and Chief of Signal Support Systems. He completed multiple courses at the US Army Signal School, including the Senior Signal Support Systems Course and Advanced Signal Support Systems Course, which provided him with specialized knowledge in communications and security.
Experience in Recruitment
Drew Portis also has experience in recruitment, having worked as a Recruiter and Recruiting Station Commander in the US Army from 2008 to 2011. This role involved managing recruitment efforts and guiding potential recruits through the enlistment process, contributing to the Army's staffing needs.
Education and Certifications
Drew Portis has received extensive training through the US Army Signal School, achieving certifications in various specialized courses. These include the Signal Support Systems Specialist Course and the Communications Security Account Manager Course. His education has equipped him with the skills necessary for his roles in both military and civilian sectors.