Kirby Arens
About Kirby Arens
Kirby Arens is a Senior System Engineer with extensive experience in system management and security, currently working at Eaton Vance and Parametric. He has a background with the US Navy as an Information System Technician and holds multiple certifications in security and system management.
Current Work at Eaton Vance
Kirby Arens has been serving as a Senior System Engineer at Eaton Vance since 2020. In this role, he focuses on system engineering tasks, leveraging his extensive background in information technology and system management. His responsibilities include managing and upgrading operating systems, ensuring optimal performance and security across the organization.
Previous Experience at the US Navy
Kirby Arens worked as an Information System Technician for the US Navy from 2009 to 2016. During his tenure, he was stationed in Hawaii and San Diego, where he specialized in network and system security. His role involved IT administration, contributing to the security and efficiency of military information systems.
Education and Qualifications
Kirby Arens studied at Tracy Area High School, graduating in 2006. He then attended Brown College, where he earned an Associate’s Degree in Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, he completed training at Navy School, which equipped him with the skills necessary for his IT career.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Kirby Arens possesses expertise in managing and upgrading various operating systems, including Windows Server 2012 through 2022. He is experienced in deploying security solutions like Carbon Black and AirWatch and is skilled in using system management tools such as PDQ Deploy/Inventory and VMware. His proficiency in Powershell allows for effective system automation and scripting tasks.
Certifications and Licenses
Kirby Arens holds several certifications, including Security Plus and Host Based Security System 3.0 and 4.5. He also has two USMAPS Journeyman Licenses, which indicate his advanced technical proficiency in the field. His background in network management and security is complemented by a strong foundation in CISCO technologies.