Clay Beltran
Newburg,MD
Summary
Mission-driven U.S. Marine Corps veteran with 8 years of progressive leadership in communications systems, cybersecurity operations, and high-pressure technical environments. Led cross-functional teams across international deployments, executed systems integration with third-party civilian networks, and developed enduring communications infrastructure still in use today. Calm under pressure, focused on results, and passionate about solving hard problems through factual reduction of unbiased evidence through peer reviewed scrutiny, all under grounded leadership. Holds Security+ and CASP+ certifications with a strong and proven track record of mission success and technical clarity. Open to all roles.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sergeant E-5
CBIRF, U.S. Marine Corps
Indian Head, MD
04.2022 - 05.2025
- Led 41-Marine platoon through intense operational cycles with 100% readiness across each training environment
- Designed and deployed TAK and MPU-5 based mesh network infrastructure, which led to the overall restructure and eventual primary communications systems for the unit
- Integrated government communications with civilian networks under extreme deadlines—delivered two-month buildout in two weeks
- Reduced training blackout failures by nearly 80%+ via network optimization, testing, and revamping standard operating procedures.
Corporal E-4
U.S. Marine Corps
Camp Lejeune, NC
03.2019 - 02.2022
- Supported (3) allied military operations in Japan, Ukraine, and Sweden with secure communications and utilized multi-national communication devices
- Coordinated tech and communication integration in foreign training environments with zero failures
- Trained and advised international partners on secure systems deployment and information flow through multiple
Import/Export Specialist
Trans-Border Global Freight Systems
Round Lake, NY
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Managed logistics for international shipments, ensuring customs compliance and timely coordination across partners
Customer Service & Transportation Roles
Self-employeed
Los Angeles, CA
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Personal Driver — Los Angeles, CA (December 2015 – September 2016)
- Café Valer Associate — Los Angeles, CA (2015)
- Uber Driver — Los Angeles, CA (2015–2017)
- Server — LongHorn Steakhouse, Lake Vanare, NY (June 2011 – June 2014). Gained early experience in customer engagement, logistics, and adaptability in high-demand, fast-paced roles.
Education
Coursework - Computer Science
Fulton-Montgomery Community College
Fulton, NY06-2015
High School Diploma -
Hadley-Luzerne Junior-Senior High School
Lake Luzerne06-2014
Skills
- Secure communications and RF systems (RF, satellite, encrypted platforms)
- Tak / Mpu-5 mesh networking and real-time situational comms
- Windows Server administration and system hardening
- Network infrastructure and cybersecurity operations
- Project and cross-functional team leadership
- Operational readiness and contingency (PACE) planning
- Risk mitigation and safety-first protocol development
- Signal operations and communications continuity
- Technical troubleshooting and high-pressure problem solving
Certification
- CompTIA Security+ (2023–2026) — Network hardening and secure field operations
- CompTIA CASP+ (2024–2027) — Enterprise risk, architecture, and infrastructure protection
Timeline
Sergeant E-5
CBIRF, U.S. Marine Corps
04.2022 - 05.2025
Corporal E-4
U.S. Marine Corps
03.2019 - 02.2022
Import/Export Specialist
Trans-Border Global Freight Systems
05.2017 - 05.2018
Customer Service & Transportation Roles
Self-employeed
01.2011 - 01.2017
Coursework - Computer Science
Fulton-Montgomery Community College
High School Diploma -
Hadley-Luzerne Junior-Senior High School
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