Qualifications Profile
Dedicated, enthusiastic, and growth-focused professional, seeking a challenging role in providing academic guidance and support to various students utilizing expertise in cybersecurity operations honed from extensive military background.
Core Competencies
Training Plan Development Public Speaking Organizational Leadership Regulatory and Standard Compliance
System Administration Network Security Risk Mitigation Cyber Warfare and Defense
Education
Master of Business Administration, Dual Degree in Cybersecurity: Aug 2019
University of Maryland University College, Largo, MD
Associate's Degree in Information/Cybersecurity Assurance: 2017
Community College of the Air Force, Montgomery, AL
Professional Management Certification Program, Management: 2015
Community College of the Air Force, Montgomery, AL
Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Minor in Psychology: Dec 2010
University of Maryland University College, Largo, MD
Professional Experience
United States Air Force (USAF)
624th Operations Center (ACC), Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, TX, USA
Operations Superintendent, Cyber Operations Division Jun 2019–Mar 2020
Senior Duty Officer Technician Jan 2019–Jun 2019
Served as operational advisor to division head while supervising 64 personnel and providing operational level command and control of cyber operations.
Led the facilitation of Air Force cyber directives for 11 tactical units and 5 weapon systems to secure assets across nine active combat commands
Oversaw operations development and coordinated the planning, execution, assessment, and intelligence collection criteria for cyber operations
Offered comprehensive cyber support to named military operations and 10 major commands (MAJCOMs)
Coordinated cyber threat emulation campaign targeted to 13 bases with 37,200 users; and created strategies for combatting adversaries
Career Highlights:
Directed 67 personnel in the cyber operations center and managed 4,700 defensive cyberspace operations (DCO) and offensive cyberspace operations (OCO), securing $11B Air Force internal network in support of 650,000 users
Succeeded in executing Air Force network-wide compliance operation that protected 1,400 accounts involving fortifying vital medical, flying/space operations, and presidential support capability
Streamlined organization to support operations continuity and leadership development
Built 10 combat mission teams while overseeing the facilitation of 3,500 influence/digital reconnaissance missions, which enabled 43 enemies killed in action and 4 high-value individuals
Efficiently accomplished 126 cyber tasking orders, implemented 1,600 missions, resolved 1,000 incidents, and defended Air Force network across 223 locations
836th Cyberspace Operations Squadron (AFSPC), Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, TX, USA
Flight Chief, Cyber Operations/Training Oct 2017–Jun 2019
Flight Chief, Cyber Protect Team Oct 2016–Sep 2017
Handled content development of mission-focused courses for cyber space operators and information technology maintenance technicians
Supervised and coached Cyber Protection Team’s (CPT) accountable for international, Department of Defense (DoD), and Air Force network related operations
Directed 24 personnel and facilitated training for 112 staff of 3 teams, as well as scheduled mission qualification, upgrade, duty position, and operations training for all team members
Performed various roles such as multi-program coordinator; cyber planner, drug demand reduction (DDR) trusted agent, defense travel system (DTS) approver, safety manager, and Government Purchase Card Approval Official
Took charge of analyzing compliance and risk and reducing threats to cyber key terrain
Initiated the establishment of 27 network enclaves and resolution of 2,000 user issues, while providing first-rate support to 1,000 coalition teams
Conducted 63 intelligence report presentations, created target and threat baseline for intelligence cell, and provided Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) with critical indication and warning (I&W)
Developed threat detection course, educated 156 members on cyber hunt tactics, and strengthened Army's offensive cyber weapon system
Career Highlights:
Coordinated training/certification events for 42 CPTs with 35 flight personnel that achieved 24 AF full operating capability (FOC) mandate one year early
Successfully certified 43 combat mission ready operators, coordinated 51,000-hour pipeline training, and administered manning requirements across three CPTs
Played an integral role in facilitating commercial training, securing $510K funding, and preparing schedules for 58 courses, which reduced training gaps for 57 cyber operators
Interfaced with Army National Guard (ARNG) and improved Wisconsin Governor's critical infrastructure and key resources (CI/KR) defense plan securing protection of 309,000 users and enabling three members to receive Army Achievement Medals (AAMs)
Cyber Operations Planner Oct 2015–Sep 2016
Cyberspace Warfare Operator Mar 2015–Oct 2015
Supervised the Cyber Protection Team with 39 members responsible for the implementation of national, DoD, and AF cyber terrain defense operations
Executed the planning of defensive cyber operations, as well as coordination and integration of operations for five teams of in support of cyber national mission force and USCYBERCOM objectives
Directed a 44-member team ensuring training and certification of flight and facilitation of headquarters’ priorities
Oversaw national cyber defense training for 19 personnel while guaranteeing alignment of CPT operators with leadership training requirements
Acted as a member of the Academic Non-commissioned Officer Academy Review Board in charge of evaluating records and interviewing staff/requirements
Career Highlights:
Leveraged cyber operation skills while supporting two vital crew positions surpassing strategic leadership training requirements and conducted four national-level training courses
Drove efforts in creating squadron flight plan, meeting the supervisor’s goals, and establishing framework to capture the team’s top 3 priorities
Coordinated Voting Assist Program, enhanced absentee process ensured legal requirements/upheld right to vote
Facilitated squadron inspection program, managed 140 vital tasks, and setup 64 programs for visibility, attaining zero violations for 688 Cyber Wing/Inspector General
341st Civil Engineer Squadron (AFGSC), Malmstrom AFB, MT, USA
NCOIC/Craftsman, Water & Fuel Systems Maintenance (W&FSM) Dec 2012–Dec 2014
Guided personnel while securing on-time facilitation of performance/training evaluations, as well as overseeing maintenance/repair across 13.8K sq. mile ISO ($17.1B infrastructure) along with 8,000 staff
Prepared schedules and maintained all base exterior, interior water, gas, and sewer systems in multiple facilities valued at $3.8B
Administered 190,000-gal swimming pool, five sewage lift stations, 14 oil-water separators, 2.6M-gal water plant, as well as maintenance/calibrations on 137K gallons of fuel storage, 46 dispensers, and 30 leak detection alarms
Conducted main repair of Weapon Storage Facility sewage; replacement of 30 pipes and 2 pumps; reduction of unsanitary conditions; and restoring of svc to critical facility
Managed backflow prevention program, tested 700/repaired 42 units, and rendered 500K gals of water to more than 8,000 personnel
Served as utilities focal point responsible in supervising four personnel, identifying critical systems, coordinated 137 permits, and ensuring protection of $100M infrastructure
Career Highlights:
Contributed in preserving $2.5B MW assets through supervision of team's completion of 378 routine, urgent, and emergency jobs
Led fire system repair and replacement of 20 corroded pipes securing $2.8M assets in readiness training facility
Spearheaded the transition of forward operation base (FOB) Mehtar Lam power involving setup of 7 generators and wiring of 3 panels in support of 85 facilities, obtaining Letter of Appreciation (LOA) from the executive officer
18th Civil Engineer Squadron (PACAF), Kadena Air Base, Japan (AD)
W&FSM Craftsman Jan 2009–Dec 2012
Supervised and worked with 43 military personnel and 8 dedicated local nationals within the liquid fuels maintenance section
Carried out examination and maintenance of 72,000 ft. of petroleum, oil, and lubricant (POL) pipe line, over 400 organizational tanks, and 12 government service stations
Administered operations for 56M gallons of fuel transferred and 14 bulk storage tanks with 25 filter separating vessels
Facilitated recurring work program (RWP) inspections and 360 direct scheduled work (DSW) orders
Coordinated repairs in control valve and primary C-130 refueling point, as well as provided services on assets valued at more than $115M/continuous airfield operations
Managed two personnel in executing maintenance on 5M-ft. water, 3M-ft. sewer, 72,000-ft. fuel pipeline at 13 DoD bases
Carried out inspection and operations of more than 5M linear foot water distribution systems involving 42 pump stations and 25 water storage tanks
Led preventive maintenance and repair on 83 sewage stations, 28 septic tanks, 1,500 valves, and 1,100 fire hydrants
Career Highlights:
Oversaw four work crews on 24 fuel hydrant valve repairs including determining leaks/pressure loss that achieved zero sorties lost with no environmental impact
Steered efforts to reconstruct 300 ft. of lateral at 18 FSS facility and upgrade 60-year-old sewer systems, thereby generating savings of $15K in contract costs
Directed a four-member team replacing 10-inch water main which ensured timely execution of $400M base renovation project without delay
Conducted lift station at fuel depot that allowed removal of 8,000 sewage gallon each day and guaranteed seamless fuel service to operations
Decreased 500K-gal sewage stoppage on airfield that prevented overflow to 6 aircraft hangars/health hazard to more than 1,000 personnel
Earlier Positions Held:
316th Civil Engineer Squadron (AFDW), Andrews AFB, MD, USA
Utilities Systems Journeyman
689th Civil Engineer Squadron (AMC), Andrews AFB, MD, USA
Utilities Systems Apprentice
554th Red Horse Squadron (PACAF), Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea
Utilities Systems Apprentice
20th Civil Engineer Squadron (ACC), Shaw AFB, SC, USA
Utilities Systems Apprentice
Professional Development
Certification:
GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst GIAC Certified Incident Handling Certification
Professional Management Certification Security+ Certification Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
Training:
Cyber Warfare Operations Apprentice Course Cyberspace Warfare Operations Course
Cyberspace Vulnerability Assessment Hunter Weapon System Course
Joint Cyberspace Operational Planners Course
CISSP Bootcamp PMP Bootcamp Network+ Bootcamp
Senior Non-Commissioned Officer, Leadership Academy
Cyber Command and Control Weapons School
Affiliations
Vice President, Senior Enlisted Private Organization
Member, Toastmasters
Activities
Youth Center Soccer Team Coach Dutiful Chapel Sunday School Teacher
Misato Children's House Volunteer CEG Haunted House Fundraiser
WG Youth Chapel Service Volunteer MSG Multi-Cultural Committee Lead
Military awards
The Meritorious Service Medal (3)
The Army Commendation Medal (4)
The Air Force Achievement Medal (2)
Technical Skills
Microsoft Office Applications Linux MacOS Window/Linux Command Line
Amazon Web Services C+ Communication Tools Slack/Teams/Skype Wire Shark SANS SIFT Volatility Framework Network Forensics Black Board Memory Forensics FTK Imager Hex Editor Canvas