Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

Troy Booher Sugar Grove, IL ***** ****.******@*******.*** 630-***-**** LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/troybooher

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY IT Cybersecurity Specialist (NETWORK/INFOSEC) with over 30 years of global experience managing technical network requirements, projects, information security programs, and global circuit solutions in high-stakes DoD, space systems, and enterprise environments. Proven expertise providing acquisition support, operating telecommunications network concepts and protocols, conducting risk management and trade-off analyses, and delivering worldwide customer support for mission-critical operations. Excel at preparing senior leadership on technological developments and enhancements that increase time and cost efficiencies. Strong track record ensuring the integrity of applications, systems, networks, and data while aligning security strategies with operational objectives. Holds CompTIA Security+, Network+, A+, ITIL Foundation, and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certifications. Currently pursuing BS in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance (DoD-certified program).

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Technical Network Requirements & Global Circuit Solutions

Information Security (INFOSEC) & Risk Management Processes

Acquisition Support & Project/Program Management

Telecommunications Network Concepts, Protocols & Operations

Vulnerability Management, Threat Hunting & Incident Response

Leadership Briefings & Worldwide Customer Community Support

Operational Objectives, Trade-off Analysis & Process Optimization

DoD DISA Compliance, ISO 27001 & High-Reliability Environments

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Manager, Support Services Illinois Tollway Authority Downers Grove, IL May 2018 – Present 40+ hours/week

Provided acquisition support and managed the full range of technical network requirements, projects, and scheduling while conducting risk assessments on complex datasets to ensure continued integrity of applications, systems, networks, and data.

Delivered global-style circuit solutions and threat mitigation strategies that reduced incident response times by 20% through real-time SIEM monitoring, vulnerability management, and Lean Six Sigma process optimization.

Prepared senior leadership on new technological developments, risk intelligence, and enhancements that resulted in increased time and cost efficiencies while aligning security operations with organizational and operational objectives.

Maintained effective working relationships with a worldwide-equivalent customer community (cross-functional technical and business units), assessed IT needs, mediated conflicts, and provided courteous, responsive support with timely resolution of escalated issues.

Enforced information security policies and practices, performing threat hunting and vulnerability assessments to support business continuity and disaster recovery in a high-compliance environment.

Management Consultant Analyst & Project Manager Rehoob Solutions Sugar Grove, IL (International Deployments) January 2007 – May 2018 40+ hours/week

Independently provided global circuit solutions and cybersecurity support for satellite/space operations, managing technical networks, protocols, information security programs, and operational objectives for a worldwide customer community and mission partners.

Achieved DoD DISA certification for multi-million-dollar contracts by reengineering information security protocols, performing comprehensive threat assessments, vulnerability scans, penetration testing, and risk management/trade-off processes.

Prepared executive leadership on global solutions, project/program outcomes, network protocols, and technological enhancements that increased efficiencies and strengthened network integrity across international operations.

Directed cross-functional international teams in incident response, ethical hacking, and business continuity initiatives while fostering effective working relationships and timely resolution of escalated technical issues.

Conducted acquisition support activities, translated threat intelligence into actionable business strategies, and ensured compliance with DoD and ISO 27001 standards.

Division Chief, Communications & Infrastructure Prince William County, Department of IT Woodbridge, VA September 2015 – June 2016 40+ hours/week

Spearheaded cybersecurity operations and technical network solutions for county-wide IT infrastructure, conducting risk assessments and mitigating threats using proactive vulnerability management and information security best practices.

Developed and enforced policies for operational resilience, integrating encryption, authentication protocols, and telecommunications network concepts to reduce system vulnerabilities and maintain data integrity.

Prepared leadership and cross-departmental stakeholders on security status, technological developments, and risk mitigation strategies, communicating complex technical information to non-technical audiences.

Provided responsive customer support and collaborated with mission partners to resolve escalated issues while aligning IT solutions with operational objectives.

Director of Technical Operations Azercosmos Baku, Azerbaijan October 2013 – September 2015 40+ hours/week

Implemented global cybersecurity strategies and global circuit solutions for space systems infrastructure, analyzing threats and deploying robust protections for critical networks in high-risk international environments.

Led international teams in incident response, threat mitigation, and real-time monitoring, achieving 99.99% operational availability through advanced telecommunications protocols and information security measures.

Prepared senior leadership on new technological developments, project outcomes, and risk management processes that enhanced time and cost efficiencies for mission-critical space operations.

Managed technical network requirements and provided acquisition support while maintaining effective working relationships with global mission partners.

Director of Operations Es’hailSat Doha, Qatar September 2011 – July 2013 40+ hours/week

Established information security protocols and global circuit solutions for space operations, conducting risk assessments and protecting critical data with encryption, access controls, and telecommunications network concepts.

Directed cross-functional teams in CRM system implementation and cybersecurity measures, improving efficiency while securing high-value contracts through threat hunting and compliance programs.

Developed incident response frameworks and prepared leadership on operational objectives, technological enhancements, and risk mitigation strategies in a competitive global environment.

Fostered worldwide customer and mission partner relationships, delivering responsive support and timely resolution of escalated technical and security issues.

Manager, Information Assurance SES Luxembourg & Washington, D.C. September 2007 – September 2011 40+ hours/week

Reengineered security protocols for satellite operations, achieving DoD DISA certification through threat intelligence, risk mitigation, vulnerability management, and intrusion detection systems.

Analyzed and mitigated cyber risks for multi-million-dollar DoD contracts, ensuring integrity of networks, systems, and data while providing acquisition support and global circuit solutions.

Prepared executive leadership on information security developments, operational objectives, and technological enhancements that strengthened worldwide mission partner capabilities.

Collaborated globally to enhance security operations, performing data analysis, ethical hacking, and compliance activities in high-stakes environments.

Lead Communications Specialist / Operations Specialist New Skies Satellites The Hague, Netherlands May 2000 – September 2007 40+ hours/week

Managed satellite communication operations and telecommunications network concepts/protocols, analyzing system data for security risks and implementing protective measures to support global business growth.

Led incident response efforts and real-time forensics, resolving operational and cyber issues while maintaining high reliability of global circuit solutions.

Space Systems Operations Specialist U.S. Air Force / U.S. Space Force Schriever AFB, Colorado Springs, CO March 1989 – May 2000 40+ hours/week

Conducted real-time analysis of spacecraft operations using telecommunications network concepts and protocols, identifying anomalies through pattern recognition and mitigating risks to mission-critical systems.

Performed vulnerability assessments and risk management processes in support of national defense objectives, ensuring operational continuity and data integrity.

EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance (In Progress, Expected December 2025) Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, UT (DoD-Certified Program)

Master of Business Administration – Global Business Management University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

Bachelor of Science in Management University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems Western International University, Phoenix, AZ

CERTIFICATIONS

CompTIA Security+ (2025)

CompTIA Network+ (2024)

CompTIA A+ (2024)

ITIL Foundation (2015)

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (2016)

Anticipated Certifications (upon degree completion): CompTIA CySA+, PenTest+, Project+, CCSP, SSCP, and multiple CompTIA specialized credentials.

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