Andrew Redding
Piedmont,SC
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in equipment maintenance, network troubleshooting, and incident reporting. Proven ability to train personnel and conduct risk assessments, ensuring safety compliance and operational efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Security Officer
US Navy
Mayport, FL
01.2026 - Current
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security compliance.
- Created detailed reports on security incidents for management review.
- Trained new security personnel on protocols and emergency procedures.
- Inspected access control systems to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Prepared detailed reports on any incidents occurring within the premises.
- Investigated suspicious activities or persons on the premises.
- Trained new employees in basic security procedures and regulations.
- Identified potential risks or hazards that could compromise the safety of personnel or assets.
- Ensured that all visitors were properly identified before entering the facility.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
- Explained security protocols to employees and guests to promote readiness for emergency situations.
Cryptologic Technician, Maintenance
US Navy
Norfolk, VA
08.2017 - Current
- Conducted preventative maintenance on cryptologic equipment to ensure reliable operation.
- Repaired faulty components of communications systems using hand tools and test instruments.
- Provided 24 and 7 on-call support in case of emergency situations requiring immediate resolution.
- Conducted tests on newly installed hardware and software components prior to deployment into production environment.
- Installed software upgrades to ensure compatibility with existing systems and networks.
- Troubleshooted and repaired complex electronic systems and equipment.
- Provided technical advice and assistance during the installation of new hardware and software components into existing networks.
- Ensured compliance with applicable regulations concerning secure transmissions over government networks.
- Recorded information to document repairs, maintenance and tests performed.
- Programmed and repaired SCADA systems to maintain uptime for facility monitoring and administrative control.
- Operated, inspected and maintained building essential service systems and automation systems.
- Documented and maintained inventory of equipment and purchased new parts.
- Tested connectivity and signal quality for individual cables and documented results.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pendleton High School
Pendleton, SC05-2017
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Network troubleshooting
- Technical documentation
- Systems integration
- Emergency response
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Network administration
- Maintaining file systems
- Training personnel
- Public key infrastructure management
- Physical security measures
- Testing and troubleshooting
- Information assurance compliance
- Troubleshooting and testing
- Team communication
- Access control management
- Administering networks
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Conducting risk assessments
- Incident reporting
- Security training
- Access control
- Sensitive information handling
- Physical security expertise
- Background check procedures
- ID verification
- Visitor management
- Document preparation
Timeline
Special Security Officer
US Navy
01.2026 - Current
Cryptologic Technician, Maintenance
US Navy
08.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Pendleton High School