Jerome Kearby
Sergeant First Class
Katterbach,Germany
Summary
Seasoned Sergeant First Class Platoon Sergeant with over 19 years of active-duty service in the United States Army. Intelligent, insightful and well-organized with excellent decision-making abilities and sound judgment. Ready to take on challenging, growth-oriented positions dedicated to Cybersecurity.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Platoon Sergeant
U.S. Army Active Duty
Katterbach, Germany
04.2021 - Current
- Trained, supervised and organized over 30 soldiers and personnel.
- Managed over $5,000,000 worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
Senior Observer, Coach, Trainer
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Stewart, Georgia
01.2018 - 03.2021
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Traveled to multiple, distant locations, from Fort Bliss, TX to Hohenfels, Germany in order to educate and mentor leaders at all levels.
Platoon Sergeant
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Campbell, Kentucky
01.2014 - 12.2017
- Trained, supervised and organized over 30 soldiers and personnel.
- Managed over $5,000,000 worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
Army Recruiter
U.S. Army Active Duty
Lexington Park, Maryland
01.2011 - 12.2014
- Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
- Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
- Developed and deepened relationships with college campus representatives to meet with graduating seniors for recruitment.
Squad Leader
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Hood, Texas
01.2007 - 12.2010
- Trained, supervised and organized ten soldiers and personnel.
- Managed over $1,000,000 worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
Avenger Crew/Team Leader
U.S. Army Active Duty
Camp Casey, South Korea
07.2003 - 12.2006
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity
Purdue Global University
West Lafayette, IN 11.2019 - Current
Skills
Computer skills
Microsoft software proficiency
Supervision
Administrative support
Written/Oral Communication
Reading comprehension
Certification
ACE-SI Trainer
Timeline
ACE-SI Trainer
10-2021
Platoon Sergeant
U.S. Army Active Duty
04.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity
Purdue Global University
11.2019 - Current
SHARP Victim Advocate
08-2018
Senior Observer, Coach, Trainer
U.S. Army Active Duty
01.2018 - 03.2021
Senior Leader's Course
01-2017
Platoon Sergeant
U.S. Army Active Duty
01.2014 - 12.2017
Advanced Leader's Course
01-2014
Recruiting School
03-2011
Army Recruiter
U.S. Army Active Duty
01.2011 - 12.2014
Squad Leader
U.S. Army Active Duty
01.2007 - 12.2010
Basic Leader's Course
06-2005
Advanced Individual Training
12-2003
Avenger Crew/Team Leader
U.S. Army Active Duty
07.2003 - 12.2006
Basic Combat Training
07-2003