Shawn Mckenzie
About Shawn Mckenzie
Shawn McKenzie is a Field Service Technician at FiberLight, LLC, with a background in information technology and security. He has held various positions in the technology and military sectors, accumulating extensive experience in network operations and communications security.
Current Role at FiberLight
Shawn Mckenzie serves as a Field Service Technician at FiberLight, LLC, where he has been employed since 2018. In this role, he applies base configurations to hubs, switches, and routers using various Cisco and Ciena commands for external use by the FiberLight Network Operations Center (NOC). He conducts site audits to verify the accuracy of workbooks and available equipment for upcoming projects. Additionally, he utilizes Exfo FTB-1 equipment and NetBlazer software for troubleshooting fiber outages, cuts, and splices. Shawn also manages general contracted field service personnel for outside plant (OSP) and internet service provider (ISP) installations, maintenance, and repair.
Previous Experience in Information Security
Before joining FiberLight, Shawn Mckenzie worked as an Information Security Engineer at Southwest Airlines from 2017 to 2018. His responsibilities included ensuring the security of information systems within the organization. He also held a position as a Security Consultant at Archetype SC, Inc. in 2017, where he contributed to security assessments and implementations. His background in information security is further supported by his academic achievements in Information Technology Management and Management Information Systems.
Military Background
Shawn Mckenzie has a notable military background, having served in the US Army as a Radio Communications Security Repairer. His service included roles from 2006 to 2013, where he progressed to Senior Radio Communications Security Repairer. His assignments took him to various locations, including Fort Drum, NY, Fort Hood, TX, and Camp Castle, Korea. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in communications security and technical skills relevant to his later career.
Educational Qualifications
Shawn Mckenzie holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology Management with a focus on Information Security from Trident University International, which he completed from 2011 to 2016. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (M.S.) in Management Information Systems, Information Security, Assurance, and Digital Forensics from the same institution in 2017. His educational background equips him with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in his technical roles.
Career Progression and Technical Skills
Throughout his career, Shawn Mckenzie has gained diverse experience in various technical roles. He worked as a Computer Technician at MS Energy Services and as a Production Team Lead at Flextronics. His technical skills include applying configurations to network equipment and troubleshooting fiber optics, which he utilizes in his current position at FiberLight. His career reflects a steady progression through roles that emphasize technical expertise and leadership.