Victor Zirkelbach
About Victor Zirkelbach
Victor Zirkelbach is a Network Systems Administrator at the U.S. Geological Survey since 2018, with a background in computer and information systems security. He has over a decade of experience in various technical roles, including positions at Boeing, the United States Navy, and the Social Security Administration.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Victor Zirkelbach has been employed as a Network Systems Administrator at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for managing and maintaining the network systems that support the agency's scientific research and data collection efforts. His work contributes to the USGS's mission of providing reliable scientific information about natural resources, natural hazards, and the landscape of the United States.
Education and Expertise
Victor Zirkelbach studied at ITT Technical Institute-Owings Mills, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance from 2010 to 2011. He also attended ITT Technical Institute-Bessemer, where he focused on Computer Networks and Network Security, completing his studies in Computer Networking Systems from 2006 to 2009. His educational background equips him with the necessary skills and knowledge for his roles in network administration and systems security.
Professional Background
Victor Zirkelbach has a diverse professional background in technology and systems administration. Prior to his current position at USGS, he worked at the Social Security Administration as a Systems Administrator from 2016 to 2018. He also served as a Systems Test and Evaluation Engineering Technician at Boeing from 2009 to 2016. His career began in the United States Navy, where he worked as a Fire Controlman/Electronics Technician from 1999 to 2009. This extensive experience in various technical roles has contributed to his expertise in network systems.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining the U.S. Geological Survey, Victor Zirkelbach held several positions that enhanced his technical skills. He worked at the Social Security Administration for two years as a Systems Administrator and spent seven years at Boeing as a Systems Test and Evaluation Engineering Technician. His career in the military as a Fire Controlman/Electronics Technician for ten years provided him with foundational knowledge in electronics and systems operations.