Brandon Junker
About Brandon Junker
Brandon Junker is a Linux System Administrator and Release Engineer at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He has a background in satellite communications and system administration, with experience in various technical roles since 2016.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Brandon Junker has been employed at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions since 2023, serving as a Linux System Administrator and Release Engineer. His role involves managing Linux systems and overseeing the release processes within the organization. He is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States.
Previous Experience in the US Army
Brandon Junker served in the US Army as a Satellite Communications Technician from 2016 to 2020. This four-year tenure included specialized training and hands-on experience in satellite communication systems, contributing to his technical skills in the field.
Career Progression at Apex Systems
At Apex Systems, Brandon held multiple roles, including Service Desk Technician for six months in 2021 and Communications Technician for three months in 2022. During his time as a Service Desk Technician, he played a key role in improving service desk operations, notably reducing a backlog of service desk tickets from over 800 to fewer than ten by implementing new practices.
Education and Technical Certifications
Brandon Junker graduated from North Platte High School with a High School Diploma in 2016. He furthered his education at MyComputerCareer, where he studied Information Technology and achieved a Technical Certification from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, he attended Advanced Individual Training for Satcom Operation & Maintenance from 2016 to 2017, enhancing his technical knowledge.
Ongoing Professional Development
Brandon is actively pursuing further certifications in Linux to enhance his expertise in the field. This commitment to professional development reflects his dedication to staying current with industry standards and improving his technical skills.