DARRIUS HAYES
Fort Meade,United States
Summary
Experienced Network Communication Systems Specialist with deep expertise in network infrastructure management and troubleshooting, particularly with Cisco systems. Background includes manual software testing, system administration, and technical documentation, driving operational efficiency in secure environments. Committed to leveraging technical skills and problem-solving capabilities to optimize mission-critical network operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
IV&V Software Test Engineer for TSA
Immersion LLC
Annapolis, Maryland
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Executed functional testing scripts with SQL queries to ensure compliance with acceptance criteria.
- Validated data flows in testing environments using Eclipse and communicated documented defects to IV&V development teams for resolution.
- Recognized by program leadership for adaptability, initiative, and strong communication skills in a dynamic, high-security federal environment.
- Facilitated onboarding and cross-training sessions for new team members, implementing hands-on training methods to enhance team proficiency and knowledge transfer.
Network Communication System Specialist (25H)
United States Army
Baumholder, Germany
11.2020 - 09.2024
- Led the deployment and management of advanced network systems, including fiber optics, electronic nodal systems, and integrated network centers, ensuring efficient and reliable communication operations.
- Directed the installation, operation, and maintenance of complex communication technologies, such as IP-based systems, for performance and reliability.
- Supported tactical and enterprise network operations through installation, maintenance, and diagnosis of routers, CISCO switches, and communication systems, facilitating uninterrupted communication.
- Configured, monitored, and troubleshot network infrastructure using CISCO switches, maintaining reliable connectivity for mission-critical systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment, including COMSEC devices, multiplexing systems, and multichannel line-of-sight relays, ensuring optimal functionality of communication networks.
Education
B.S. - Computer Science
University of Maryland Global Campus
01-2028
Skills
- Manual Software Testing
- Functional Testing
- Test case design
- QA Auditing
- Full-stack testing
- Data validation
- Agile/Scrum Methodologies
- Network/System Troubleshooting
- Technical documentation
- Deft Report & Tracking
- Communication Systems & COMSEC
References
References available upon request
Timeline
IV&V Software Test Engineer for TSA
Immersion LLC
02.2025 - 09.2025
Network Communication System Specialist (25H)
United States Army
11.2020 - 09.2024
B.S. - Computer Science
University of Maryland Global Campus