Brett Ellis
About Brett Ellis
Brett Ellis is the Division Director of Research Computing Support at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a position he has held since 2023. He has over 20 years of experience in systems administration and research computing, with previous roles at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Myricom.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Brett Ellis currently serves as the Division Director of Research Computing Support at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the development and management of research computing initiatives. His role involves overseeing various projects and ensuring that the research computing needs of the laboratory are met effectively.
Previous Experience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Before his current role, Brett Ellis worked at Oak Ridge National Laboratory in several capacities. He was the Group Lead for Business Systems Operations from 2017 to 2023, where he managed business systems within the organization. Additionally, he served as the Group Lead for R&D Systems Engineering from 2020 to 2023, focusing on research and development systems.
Experience at Myricom
Brett Ellis worked as a Senior System Administrator at Myricom for one year, from 2005 to 2006. In this role, he was responsible for managing system operations and ensuring the efficient functioning of computing resources.
Educational Background
Brett Ellis studied at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from 1996 to 2000. He also obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from the same institution, studying from 1991 to 1996. This educational background provided him with a strong foundation in technical and analytical skills.
Prior Role at the University of Tennessee
Before his tenure at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Brett Ellis served as a Senior Systems Administrator at the University of Tennessee for ten years, from 1995 to 2005. In this position, he managed various systems and supported the university's computing needs.