Anthony Boyd
About Anthony Boyd
Anthony Boyd is a Sr. Systems Administrator at the San Diego Supercomputer Center, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in managing systems for high-performance computing environments and has held various roles in the IT field, including positions at SmartDrive Systems and L3 Technologies.
Current Role at San Diego Supercomputer Center
Anthony Boyd serves as a Senior Systems Administrator at the San Diego Supercomputer Center, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for the management and optimization of systems that support high-performance computing research. His work contributes to the center's mission of advancing computational science and engineering through the provision of robust computing resources.
Previous Experience in Systems Administration
Prior to his current position, Anthony Boyd worked at several organizations in systems administration roles. He was a Senior Systems Administrator at L3 Technologies from 2015 to 2016, where he held a DoD Secret Clearance. He also served as a Senior Systems Administrator at Peregrine Semiconductor from 2011 to 2014. His experience includes managing systems for various research institutions, particularly in high-performance computing environments.
Experience at SmartDrive Systems
Anthony Boyd worked at SmartDrive Systems as a Senior Windows Systems Engineer for eight months in 2014 and 2015. During his time there, he contributed to the infrastructure management, enhancing the operational capabilities of the organization. His role involved ensuring the reliability and performance of Windows-based systems.
Background in IT Support
Before advancing to systems administration, Anthony Boyd gained experience as an IT Support Specialist at Forcepoint from 2010 to 2011. This role provided him with foundational skills in IT support and system management, which he later applied in more advanced positions within the field.
Expertise in High-Performance Computing
Anthony Boyd possesses specialized expertise in maintaining and optimizing systems for high-performance computing environments. His extensive experience in this area supports his contributions to research institutions, particularly at the San Diego Supercomputer Center, where high-performance computing is essential for scientific research and innovation.