Erik Skinner
About Erik Skinner
Erik Skinner is a Network Engineer with extensive experience in the field, currently employed at the San Diego Supercomputer Center since 2020. He has a background in electronic systems technology and information technology security, holding an Associate of Science and a Bachelor of Science degree.
Work at San Diego Supercomputer Center
Erik Skinner has been employed as a Network Engineer at the San Diego Supercomputer Center since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for managing and maintaining network systems that support high-performance computing and data-intensive research. His experience in network engineering contributes to the center's mission of advancing scientific discovery through computational resources.
Previous Experience as Network Engineer
Before joining the San Diego Supercomputer Center, Erik Skinner worked at Softworld as a Network Engineer for 11 months from 2019 to 2020. His role involved supporting network infrastructure and ensuring reliable connectivity for various projects. Prior to that, he served in the United States Air Force as a Cyber Transport Systems Technician/Network Engineer from 2013 to 2019, where he gained extensive experience in network operations and maintenance.
Education and Expertise
Erik Skinner studied at the Community College of the Air Force, where he earned an Associate of Science in Electronic Systems Technology from 2013 to 2016. He furthered his education at Western Governors University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a focus on Security from 2016 to 2018. His educational background provides a solid foundation in both electronic systems and information security.
Background in Cyber Transport Systems
Erik Skinner's background includes six years of service in the United States Air Force, where he specialized as a Cyber Transport Systems Technician and Network Engineer. This experience equipped him with skills in managing complex network systems and understanding cybersecurity protocols. His military training has been integral to his professional development in network engineering.