Golfing, cooking, playing and watching rugby, hiking
Christopher McGoldrick
Ocean Springs,MS
Summary
Experienced Cyber Infrastructure Operations professional with a strong background in the cyber, intel, and information technology field. Seeking a middle-management role to leverage extensive experience and advanced skills in cybersecurity, network engineering, and quality assurance to enhance organizational security frameworks. Holds a Top Secret security clearance and has robust experience in cyber defense strategies, network hardening, and information protection. Dedicated to staying on the cutting edge of emerging technologies. Known for strategic thinking, leadership acumen, and a commitment to advancing cybersecurity protocols. Eager to contribute expertise to the cyber, intel, and IT sector.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Engineering & Quality Assurance Instructor
Air Force
12.2024 - Current
- Designed and instructed comprehensive 312 training modules for cyber defense operations focusing on threat detection and response strategies.
- Instructed over two hundred students annually in advanced military quality assurance and network engineering concepts, administering over five hundred college credits.
- Facilitated the development of new training materials and strategies to meet up to date defense policy needs.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Applied various teaching aids, such as remote learning tools and interactive software, to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
Network Infrastructure Supervisor
Air Force
01.2020 - 12.2024
- Safeguarded and maintained a $400 million network responsible for the protection and function of government systems for the entire National Capital Region.
- Oversaw network hardening, patching, and upgrades. Elimination of all critical findings led to successfully passing stringent Department of Defense network inspection with "low risk" rating.
- Spearheaded $1.4 million classified network upgrade, resulting in greater uptime and tenfold speed due to the implementation of dynamic routing protocols.
- Team subject matter expert on encrypted systems and classified networks, overseeing the deployment and maintenance of over one hundred and forty pieces of network hardware.
Long Haul Communications Technician
Air Force
11.2017 - 07.2019
- Monitored and maintained over 1.5 thousand long haul communication links responsible for global Department of Defense communications.
- Was team member responsible for all classified material, making sure program was ready for bi-annual inspection and all encryption devices were re-keyed according schedule.
- Repaired circuitry for National Airborne Alert System responsible for the protection of over 22 thousand personnel.
- Retooled thirty-six circuits in effort to eliminate need for 650 thousand dollars worth of end of life equipment and allowing circuits to run on newer, more reliable technology.
Education
Master of Science - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07-2025
Associate Degree (AD) - Information Systems Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
College of The Holy Cross
Worcester, MA07.2016
Skills
- Network Security Implementation
- Penetration Testing Tools
- IT Infrastructure Management
- Network Configuration Tools
- Cyber Threat Analysis Platforms
- Effective Leadership and Team Management
- Infrastructure planning and design
- Layers 2 & 3 configuration and troubleshooting
Accomplishments
Received Air Force Meritorious Service Medal, four Air and Space Achievement Medals, two Good Conduct Medals, and was recognized by the Joint Task Force-National Capital Region for my work on both the 2021 Presidential Inauguration and the 2018 Department of Defense upgrade to Windows 10.
Certification
CompTIA Security+ (SEC+), ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity, CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst+ (CySA+), CompTIA Penetration Testing+(PenTest+)
Interests
Timeline
Network Engineering & Quality Assurance Instructor
Air Force
12.2024 - Current
Network Infrastructure Supervisor
Air Force
01.2020 - 12.2024
Long Haul Communications Technician
Air Force
11.2017 - 07.2019
Master of Science - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Western Governors University
Associate Degree (AD) - Information Systems Management
Community College of The Air Force
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
College of The Holy Cross
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