Brandon Warnock
Hello, and welcome to my blog! My name is Brandon Warnock,
and I’ve spent my career keeping complex machines alive.
Before moving into IT, I worked as a mechanic for aircraft,
semi trucks, and industrial machinery. My background is built
on high stakes troubleshooting in industries where things
simply have to work.
Today, I am applying that same diagnostic mindset to a new
challenge. I am currently building my foundation in networking
and infrastructure with the ultimate goal of working in cloud
and information security. I believe that to truly secure a
system, you have to understand how it was built from the
ground up.
I build it, I lock it down, and I make it efficient.
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Career Growth
From hands-on roles in retail, aviation, and mechanical work to a focused career in IT and service desk support, I’ve built a foundation of practical experience and technical expertise. Continuous learning and certifications have allowed me to grow into increasingly complex IT and security-focused roles.
Retail Foundations
I began my professional journey at Sam’s Club, where I spent eight and a half years gaining hands-on experience in multiple roles, from cart operations to the meat department and ultimately in the tire shop. This period built a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to varied responsibilities.
Technical and Mechanical Roles
Following retail, I explored technical and mechanical work. After graduating from the Aviation Institute of Maintenance in 2013, I held roles in aircraft parts removal and repair. I then briefly worked in fiber installation for AT&T, followed by two and a half years as a semi-truck and forklift mechanic at XPO Logistics, and five and a half years at Lake City Army Ammunition Plant. Short-term roles at Oregon Tool, fabricating ergonomic carts, and Owens Corning, further strengthened my mechanical and technical skills while helping me refocus on my true interest in IT.
IT and Service Desk Career
Recognizing my passion for technology, I transitioned back into IT through contract positions. I began with seasonal help desk support at TaxAct and progressed to a full-time service desk role at WellSky. During this phase, I enhanced my expertise through focused training and certifications, earning Microsoft MS-900 and AZ-900 in 2024, CompTIA Security+ in 2024, and CompTIA Network+ in 2025, and am currently pursuing the CompTIA CySA+. This path reflects a commitment to continuous learning, technical growth, and hands-on problem solving in IT.
Projects
I maintain a dedicated home lab to deepen my hands on
experience with infrastructure, systems design, and security.
It provides a controlled environment where I can work with
virtualization and container technologies similar to those
used in modern enterprise settings.
I approach the lab with a production mindset, prioritizing
security, stability, and thoughtful configuration. It allows
me to test ideas, refine best practices, and strengthen my
understanding of data protection and resilient system design
without impacting live environments.
This ongoing work helps me stay current with evolving
technologies while reinforcing a disciplined, security
conscious approach to infrastructure management.
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My 42U home lab rack is designed for personal projects,
experimentation, and learning. The hardware includes:
* Dell PowerEdge R340
* Dell PowerEdge R320
* Dell PowerEdge R240
* Dell OptiPlex (two units)
* Protectli Vault
* Cisco Catalyst 2960 switches (three units, only one
in use 24/7)
* Cisco Catalyst 3650 switch
* Two wireless access points
* Separate Palo Alto firewall appliance for isolated
testing
This setup allows me to explore different systems and
network configurations in a controlled, secure
environment.
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Referrals
The following individuals have worked with me directly and can vouch for my work ethic and technical expertise. Their feedback reflects my professional commitment to precision and problem solving.
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