Awards
Austin Tucker
Aiken,SC
Summary
Cybersecurity expert and Military Veteran. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams of up to 160 personnel in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Possess a comprehensive background in IT system modernization, disaster recovery, and secure communication practices. Proven expertise in training personnel, streamlining workflows, and managing certification and accreditation processes for mission-critical systems. Managed risk across multiple operations to protect assets and equipment valued over $50 million while meeting the expectations of senior leadership.
Overview
4
4
7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
Education
Master of Science - Cybersecurity & Information Assurance
Western Governors University
01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Western Governors University
01.2023
Skills
Network Security Configuration
Assessment & Mitigation
Risk Management Framework
Disaster Recovery Planning
IT Infrastructure Modernization
Audits & Patch Management
Threat Analysis
Configuration Management
Timeline
Cyber Common Technical Core (CCTC) Instructor/Developer
US Army Cyber School (Contractor)
04.2025 - Current
Deputy Force CIO
Commander Undersea Warefare Pacific Fleet
01.2023 - 04.2025
Information Security Manager
USS Tennessee
11.2022 - 11.2023
Network Systems Administrator
03.2021 - 11.2022
IT Division Manager
05.2018 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Western Governors University
Master of Science - Cybersecurity & Information Assurance
Western Governors University
Certification
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional - CISSP
- Certified Information Systems Manager - CISM
- CompTIA CASP+
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Project+
- CompTIA PenTest+
- LE-1 Linux Essentials
- Amazon Web Services Cloud Practitioner
- ITIL v4
Work History
Cyber Common Technical Core (CCTC) Instructor/Developer
US Army Cyber School (Contractor)
04.2025 - Current
- Instructed and developed curriculum for the Cyber Common Technical Core (CCTC) course, training Army Cyber personnel in foundational and advanced cybersecurity concepts, tools, and techniques.
- Design, update, and implement training materials, ensuring alignment with Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER) objectives and evolving cyber warfare tactics.
- Conduct hands-on instruction in network security, penetration testing, incident response, malware analysis, and cyber operations.
- Develop and maintain cyber training environments and realistic scenario-based exercises to enhance student learning and operational readiness.
- Evaluate student performance and provide mentorship to enhance technical proficiency and mission readiness.
Deputy Force CIO
Commander Undersea Warefare Pacific Fleet
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Managed cybersecurity operations, ensuring secure and reliable communication networks across 35 systems. Led a team enhancing policy compliance, implementing cybersecurity training, and strengthening network security measures.
- Supervised a team facilitating virtual conferences supporting executive-level communication initiatives.
- Developed and implemented 15 operational procedures, improving efficiency and standardizing cybersecurity practices.
- Coordinated professional development efforts, resulting in a 50% increase in team members earning cybersecurity and information assurance certifications.
- Conducted detailed network scanning and vulnerability management, reducing risk to critical systems and ensuring compliance with security standards.
- Streamlined cybersecurity protocols to enhance operational efficiency, safeguard sensitive data, and ensure the integrity of enterprise-level systems.
- Improved network security compliance by 47% across 35 systems through comprehensive vulnerability assessments, remediation plans, and policy updates.
Information Security Manager
USS Tennessee
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed risk assessments to evaluate the organization''s exposure to information security threats.
- Actively participated in cross-functional meetings to provide expert guidance on information security matters during project development phases.
- Enhanced information security by developing and implementing comprehensive policies, procedures, and training programs..
- Developed incident response plans, enabling quick containment and recovery from cyberattacks.
Network Systems Administrator
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed network administration and maintenance for enterprise systems, ensuring system reliability, data security, and compliance with industry standards. Led technical teams in system upgrades, troubleshooting, and operational enhancements.
- Led a team of IT professionals to improve system performance and operational efficiency by enhancing team skills, streamlining workflows, and optimizing processes.
- Oversaw network system installation, configuration, and upgrade, ensuring projects were completed on time, met organizational goals and aligned with best practices.
- Directed over 4,000 hours of scheduled maintenance and 200 hours of troubleshooting, achieving 100% system uptime, reliability, and operational readiness.
- Implemented network infrastructure upgrades to meet evolving operational requirements, enhancing overall system functionality, compatibility, and scalability.
- Identified and resolved network performance issues through in-depth analysis and remediation, significantly improving system speed, reliability, and security measures.
- Contributed to successful systems certifications by ensuring compliance with all security and operational requirements.
IT Division Manager
05.2018 - 03.2021
- Managed IT operations, including system maintenance, database administration, and network troubleshooting, ensuring continuous availability and security of critical systems. Provided technical leadership to a team, oversaw infrastructure upgrades, and implemented training programs to improve team proficiency.
- Directed over 2,000 hours of preventative maintenance and 170 hours of corrective actions, ensuring 100% system uptime and operational continuity.
- Conducted 60 hours of technical training, resulting in 5 team members earning advanced IT certifications and enhancing overall team expertise.
- Led the transition from outdated storage media to hard drive databases, reviewing over 300 records to ensure accurate and up-to-date information.
- Oversaw the configuration and upgrade of 250 workstations, ensuring compatibility with updated systems and completing the project ahead of schedule to meet critical operational deadlines.
- Diagnosed and resolved over 200 equipment issues, implementing long-term solutions to restore critical IT systems and significantly improve overall network performance.
- Streamlined team workflows by optimizing processes and mentoring personnel, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence across all operations.
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