Luke Bennett
About Luke Bennett
Luke Bennett is a Senior System Administrator at the U.S. Geological Survey, specializing in managing and securing IT infrastructure for government agencies. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from the University of Massachusetts Lowell and has extensive experience in network administration and communication products.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Luke Bennett has been employed at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) as a Senior System Administrator since 2016. He has worked in this role for eight years at the Woods Hole, MA location. His responsibilities include managing and securing IT infrastructure, which is essential for the agency's operations. His expertise contributes to the effective deployment and management of communication systems within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Luke Bennett earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology from the University of Massachusetts Lowell, completing his studies from 2013 to 2017. His educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills in IT management and infrastructure security. He specializes in deploying and managing Avaya communication products and is proficient in Veeam backup and replication solutions for data protection.
Background
Before joining USGS, Luke Bennett worked at the Department of Defense as a Network Administrator from 2009 to 2011 at Otis ANGB. He transitioned to a Network Infrastructure Technician role at the Department of Defense in 2011, where he has continued to work for 13 years. His experience in both positions has provided him with a strong foundation in network management and IT security.
Achievements
Luke Bennett has developed expertise in managing and securing IT infrastructure specifically for government agencies. He utilizes IBM BigFix for endpoint management and security compliance, ensuring that systems meet necessary security standards. Additionally, he has experience handling COMSEC (Communications Security) responsibilities, which is critical for maintaining secure communications within government operations.