Name
Tom Aker
Job title
IT Technician
Date hired
7/28/2020
Hometown
Portsmouth, RI
Education
Bachelors of Science in Computer Networking and Cyber Security from Champlain College
How I came to be an MRC employee
Through being granted a SENEDIA (Southeastern New England Defense Industry Alliance) internship at MRC
What I like best about working at MRC
The smaller teams and workplace community as well as the management of IT
How my work contributes to the overall mission of the Navy
I am a part of the frontline of defense to protect Navy CUI.
Pivotal career moments/experiences
Creation and management of a standalone helpdesk for the HR (Human Resources) department
Management of the phone systems
Hobbies/Personal interests
Digital modeling and world creation
Virtual reality
Digital entertainment pursuits
Career advice
If you chose a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) field then google will become your best friend.