Jul 2022 – Jan 2024 · 1 yr 6 mos · Warner Robins, Georgia, United States · On-site

• o Transformed an organization that went from worst-to-best within a remarkably short one year period, getting winning results in a production based operation while maintaining the morale and welfare of employees. Earned the prestigious title of #1 Company Commander out of six in the Atlanta Recruiting Battalion, during back-to-back evaluations, during the most one of the most arduous recruiting years.
• o Oversaw recruiting operations that covered over 40,000 sq. miles across Georgia and Alabama consisting of over 15+ colleges/universities, 68+ secondary schools, and several military installations.
• o Developed a keen aptitude for public speaking in front of large audiences and cultivating relationships with VIPs and community center of influences to build report and achieve a common goal.
• o Established a winning culture and mindset within the organization, supported by effective processes and procedures, to keep the company at the top of the organization even 6 months after my departure. Setting up the organization for success, not the individual.

Jan 2022 – Jun 2022 · 5 mos

May 2018 – Jan 2024 · 5 yrs 8 mos

• o Information Technology and Security professional responsible for the installing, maintaining, and defending a variety of networks consisting of civilian and military information systems across a wide range of operational environments.
• o Serves an organization's subject matter expert in all Information Technology and Information Security operations.
• o Communicates with non-information technology personnel to advise organizational leaders on best practices to increase availability and security of information to enable them to accomplish the mission.

Oct 2021 – Jan 2022 · 3 mos · Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, United States

• o Hand-selected by CISO as Information Security Manager, safeguarding a complex network of 6,000+ users and 10,000+ diverse devices (enterprise & military). Implemented multi-layered security controls, reducing overall risk exposure by 20%. Overcame unique challenges associated with securing military equipment through collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• o Proactively identified and mitigated three critical security vulnerabilities, leading to the implementation of new policies and procedures and preventing potential data leaks and strengthening the overall security posture.
• o Established and managed a SOC team of four technicians in proactively defending a Microsoft environment against cyber threats, leveraging Microsoft Defender and collaborating closely with DISA. Implemented quarterly Active Directory audits across 4 subordinate organizations, ensuring robust security posture and regulatory compliance.

Dec 2020 – Oct 2021 · 10 mos · Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, United States

• o Selected as sole leader, responsible for both IT operations and cybersecurity (CIO & CISO), safeguarding a complex network of 1,500+ users and diverse enterprise & military equipment. Achieved zero security incidents through robust security strategies and leadership, demonstrating exceptional expertise in managing both IT infrastructure and cybersecurity functions.
• o Successfully deployed, monitored, and defended tactical networks for 1,000+ users in 20+ Pacific operations, reducing network downtime by 40% in austere environments. Awarded "Best Network & InfoSec Team" for maintaining exceptional security with zero critical incidents, leveraging encryption, network hardening, and expert troubleshooting under challenging conditions.
• o Implemented a comprehensive communications security strategy, reducing data leak incidents by 50% and eliminating force exposure risks during operations. Key measures included encrypting all communications channels, enforcing strict access controls, and conducting regular security awareness training for personnel.
• o Enforced endpoint security for devices and resources, managed Active Directory, and resolved 35+ security tickets daily, demonstrating strong security awareness and problem-solving.

Nov 2019 – Dec 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo · Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, United States

• o Assisted the Chief Executive Officer in managing and leading an organization of over 50 employees and management of over $15 million worth of civilian and military equipment.
• o Responsible for planning and executing operations that provided redundant communications in austere and hostile operational environments to an organization of over 100 users.
• o Served as the Executive Officer for a Signal Support Company; supported the Brigade during multiple Field Exercises and CTC rotations.

Nov 2018 – Nov 2019 · 1 yr · Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, United States

• o Trained and managed a team of 15 information technology specialists that provided redundant communications to an organization of over 100 users.
• o Installed, maintained, and defended networks across the Pacific where there was a constant threat of attacks on the network.
• o Served as a Signal Platoon Leader that provided Upper and Lower Tactical Internet Support to a variety of users in austere environments while facing an enemy proficient in offensive cyber operations.