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Bernard A. McCargo

Beltsville,MD

Summary

Motivated cybersecurity student with practical experience in system administration and network management. Seeking entry-level Systems Administrator position to apply skills in server configuration, network security, and troubleshooting. Eager to contribute to team success while continuing to learn and grow in a dynamic IT environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Vice President

Hackerspace Club
05.2023 - Current
  • Organized and led 10+ training sessions on ethical hacking and network vulnerability assessments for over 50 participants
  • Configured and managed secure network environments using Debian and Red Hat systems, enhancing security protocols and team skills

Inventory Specialist

PICS Inventory
03.2022 - 11.2023
  • Streamlined inventory management systems to ensure data accuracy and operational efficiency, directly supporting backend operations
  • Developed training materials for new hires on technical equipment usage and troubleshooting, improving onboarding efficiency

Warehouse Specialist

George R. Ruhl & Son
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Led the migration of inventory management systems to cloud-based platforms, improving accessibility and data security
  • Performed routine maintenance and troubleshooting on warehouse equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity

Prince George’s Community College
Largo, MD
05.2025

Cisco CCNA 200-301 training -

Udemy Online School
12.2023

Skills

  • Operating Systems
  • Networking
  • Cloud Computing
  • Virtualization
  • Scripting and Automation
  • Security

Certification

  • CompTIA Security+ (SYO-701), 09/27
  • Google IT Support Professional Certificate, 12/23

Honorsandmemberships

  • National Society of Leadership and Success, 03/24
  • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Member, 09/23

Community Service

  • National Cyber Watch Center, 03/24, Contributed to the Mid-Atlantic Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition by providing logistical support and participating in discussions on best practices in cybersecurity.
  • Hackerspace Event, 05/24, Attended the 3CS symposium in Tampa, where I collaborated with industry professionals to explore improvements in the cybersecurity landscape, fostering connections and sharing insights.
  • DMSI (Diverse Male Student Initiative), Member, 09/23 - Present, Engaged in mentorship programs that promote personal and academic growth, while building a supportive network for male students.

Projects

AWS Cloud Environment Setup, 01/24, Configured AWS services, including VPC, EC2, and IAM policies. Designed a comprehensive network architecture using draw.io to optimize resource allocation and connectivity. Network Security Assessments, 12/23, Conducted penetration testing and vulnerability assessments using tools like Metasploit and Tenable to identify and mitigate security risks.

Goal

Motivated cybersecurity student with practical experience in system administration and network management. Seeking an entry-level Systems Administrator position to apply my skills in server configuration, network security, and troubleshooting. Eager to contribute to team success while continuing to learn and grow in a dynamic IT environment., Practical experience in system administration, Network management skills, Strong understanding of network security, Eager to learn and grow, Team-oriented

Accomplishments

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Timeline

Vice President

Hackerspace Club
05.2023 - Current

Inventory Specialist

PICS Inventory
03.2022 - 11.2023

Warehouse Specialist

George R. Ruhl & Son
01.2017 - 01.2020

Cisco CCNA 200-301 training -

Udemy Online School

Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity

Prince George’s Community College
Bernard A. McCargo