Chris Engebretsen
About Chris Engebretsen
Chris Engebretsen is an R & D Network Engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, with prior experience as a Global Communications Department Manager at Mission Support and Test Services. He has a background in satellite communications and holds DOE Q and TS/SCI clearances.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Chris Engebretsen has been serving as an R & D Network Engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2020. In this role, he focuses on research and development initiatives related to network engineering. His work contributes to advancements in communication technologies and infrastructure within the laboratory, located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
Previous Experience at Mission Support and Test Services
From 2018 to 2020, Chris Engebretsen worked as the Global Communications Department Manager at Mission Support and Test Services, LLC. His responsibilities included overseeing communication strategies and operations at Nellis AFB, Nevada. This role involved managing a team and ensuring effective communication systems were in place.
Background in Information Systems Security
Chris briefly served as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF). During this time, he gained knowledge of DCID 6/3, which pertains to security requirements for the handling of sensitive information. This experience enhanced his understanding of information security protocols.
Education and Training
Chris Engebretsen studied at the University of Nevada - Las Vegas for one year from 1988 to 1989. He also completed his high school education at Bonanza High School from 1983 to 1987. His educational background has provided a foundation for his career in engineering and technology.
Experience with Major Technology Vendors
Chris has hands-on experience with a variety of major technology vendors, including Cisco Systems, Juniper, Extreme, Palo Alto, and Secure Computing. This experience has equipped him with a diverse skill set in network engineering and communications, allowing him to work effectively with different technologies and solutions.