Coding
Brian Acevedo Galan
Silver Spring,MD
Summary
Dedicated and disciplined Marine Corps veteran transitioning into the cybersecurity domain, armed with foundational knowledge gained through relevant certificates and a relentless drive to learn. Eager to apply my leadership skills, problem-solving abilities and commitment to excel in the job. Determined to continue learning and adapting; I am poised to make a meaningful impact in the cybersecurity field.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
CANVASSING RECRUITER
01.2021 - Current
- Used Marine Corps Communication and Consulting Skills to talk to prospects via phone or in-person and set appointments with them
- Developed relationships with school staff and other members of the community
- Conducted interviews with prospects to communicate the benefits the military offers and talk through any disinterest or misunderstanding they might have
- Maintained commitment with applicants who enlisted in the military, until their ship day to boot camp
- Developed and lead workouts and leadership talks with applicants
- Used social media to brand myself and advertise the Marine Corps to attract prospects and generate appointments.
CENTRAL FILES SPECIALIST
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Requested, retrieved, and delivered over 4,500 Records of Trail (ROT) from the Washington National Record Center (WNRC) for Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), congressional, law enforcement, and other legal and administrative inquiries
- Requested, retrieved, and delivered over 15,000 ROTs from the WNRC for the Crime Reporting Team to review as part of the Gun Control Act Project
- Maintained accountability and temporary storage of General and Special Court martial's that have completed appellate review
- Coordinated and supervised the transfer of ROTs to the WNRC for long-term storage in accordance to policy and procedures
- Managed the office SharePoint portal ensuring the archival of digital ROTs once appellate review was completed
- Coordinated and supervised the turn-in of $10,000 worth of government property for proper destruction
- Served as Command Property Coordinator (CPC) for Building 58; ensuring the inventory of items of accountable gear
- Developed an up-to-date Standard Of Procedures for the Central Files section.
SECURITY PERSONNEL
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Tested Access Control Systems prior to any legal hearings happening in the building
- Coordinated with local law enforcement and tested alarms, in case needed
- Verified credentials of military and civilian personnel prior to granting them access to the building and the legal hearing
- Escorted personal to authorized spaces
- Monitored security cameras during legal hearings
- Developed and lead security training by creating scenarios and practicing them
- Debriefed the Security Officer with an after action report on the legal hearing.
ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATIONS SPECIALIST
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Provided legal and administrative support to military attorneys in various legal matters
- Conducted legal research, prepared legal documents, and assisted with court-martial proceedings
- Developed reports tracking Administrative Separation cases and reported them to my Section Chief.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity
University of Maryland Global Campus
College Park, MD06.2025
High School Diploma -
Wheaton High School
Silver Spring, MD06.2014
Skills
- Proficient in Excel
- Proficient in Sharepoint
- Fluent in Spanish
- Disciplined, determined, reliable
- Great listening and communication
- Strong attention to detail
- Adaptable and quick learner
- Audit preparation
- Records Management Systems
- Database Administration
Accomplishments
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. Successfully supporting the Gun Control Act Project by going above and beyond the line of duty.
Certification
- Certified in Cybersecurity by ISC2, Mar 2024
- Records Management
- Cyber Awareness
Other Experience
Serve as Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Victim Advocate (VA) for the Joint Base Myers Marines and Soldiers; ensuring access to services for victims.
Quote
“Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in this world. Marines don't have that problem.”
President Ronald Reagan
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
HybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leave401k matchPaid time off4-day work weekWork from home optionAffiliations
- US Marine Corps
Interests
Ping Pong
Timeline
CANVASSING RECRUITER
01.2021 - Current
CENTRAL FILES SPECIALIST
01.2019 - 01.2021
SECURITY PERSONNEL
01.2019 - 01.2021
ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATIONS SPECIALIST
01.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity
University of Maryland Global Campus
High School Diploma -
Wheaton High School