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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Ashton Nelson

Ashton Nelson

New London,CT

Summary

Dynamic Leader, IT Instructor, Network Administrator, and Victim Advocate with a proven track record at Information Warfare Training Command and USS Rhode Island (B). Specializes in software troubleshooting and fostering student engagement. Recognized for enhancing computer security measures and elevating student success rates. A Master Training Specialist and advocate for sexual assault prevention and response, demonstrating unparalleled commitment to both technical excellence and compassionate support.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

IT Instructor

Information Warfare Training Command
09.2022 - Current

Information Technology

  • Train and develop students' skills in ITE, CCNA 1 & 2, Alcatel, MCP, 740, 741, 742, Exchange, Linux, and Sec +.
  • Attended professional development technology courses to increase knowledge base and learn new information.
  • Maintain orderly classroom stocked with appropriate supplies.
  • Invigilate and grade projects, quizzes and examinations.
  • Planned and implemented curriculum to teach up-to-date technology to approximately 300 students.
  • Test and evaluate student progress to determine effectiveness and impact of teaching methods and materials.
  • Communicate with students to discuss progress and need for tutoring and extra assistance.
  • Use lectures, demonstrations and discussions to instruct students individually and in small groups.

Personnel Management

  • Served as Leading Petty Officer (LPO), guiding and directing all staff and students keeping good order and discipline within the workplace.
  • Qualified and stood Duty Chief Petty Officer (DCPO) for Naval Submarine School, managing the on-duty staff as well as the entire student body on base for 24 hour periods, serving and reporting directly to the Command Master Chief.

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response

  • Served as the administrative Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate (SAPR VA), coaching, mentoring, and providing support & resources to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
  • Delivered formal training in the work place, group and individual settings on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault to include available resources for victims and reporting options (restricted vs. unrestricted).
  • Assess the safety of the victim and there family and risk of future domestic violence and work with victims in safety planning to minimize future abuse.
  • Accompany and support survivors through medical and legal proceedings and to refer out military and civilian resources and services.

Network Administrator

USS Rhode Island (SSBN 740) (B)
01.2017 - 09.2022

Information Technology

  • Performed day-to-day secret and unclassified LAN administration, maintenance, and support.
  • Maintained network hardware and software and monitored network to support network availability to end users.
  • Identified, troubleshooted, and resolved issues with network devices.
  • Backed up afloat data to shore centers to avoid massive data loss.
  • Managed computer operation scheduling, backup, storage and retrieval functions.
  • Monitored system performance and responded to alerts.
  • Implemented network security measures to minimize data loss.
  • Planned and implemented upgrades to system hardware and software.

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response

  • Served as 1 of 2 Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocates (SAPR VA), coaching, mentoring, and providing support & resources to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
  • Delivered formal training in the work place, group and individual settings on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault to include available resources for victims and reporting options (restricted vs. unrestricted).



Education

No Degree -

Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ
07-2027

Skills

  • Master Training Specialist
  • Software troubleshooting
  • Hardware maintenance
  • Student Engagement
  • Network Administration
  • Computer Security
  • Operating systems
  • Technical Support
  • Computer systems installation
  • Customer Support
  • Active Directory
  • Sexual Assault Victim Advocacy

Accomplishments

  • Master Training Specialist
  • Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal (4)
  • Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
  • Navy Battle Expeditionary Medal (2)
  • Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
  • Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation

Certification

  • IT Essentials, Cisco Verified - January 28th, 2024
  • CCNA 1, Cisco Verified - February 11th, 2024
  • CCNA 2, Cisco Verified - February 24th, 2024

Interests

When I'm not working, you can find me in the garage most of the time working on my vintage air-cooled Volkswagens! My current project is a 1971 VW Super Beetle Aside from my cars, the rest of my time is usually spent with my partner Paul whether we're starting another home-improvement project or enjoying our frequent getaways to the mountains in Vermont

Timeline

IT Instructor

Information Warfare Training Command
09.2022 - Current

Network Administrator

USS Rhode Island (SSBN 740) (B)
01.2017 - 09.2022
  • IT Essentials, Cisco Verified - January 28th, 2024
  • CCNA 1, Cisco Verified - February 11th, 2024
  • CCNA 2, Cisco Verified - February 24th, 2024

No Degree -

Thomas Edison State University
Ashton Nelson