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Darryl Parks

Calera,AL

Summary

Dynamic Cyber Systems Operations Specialist with several years of diverse experience across cyber security, networking and IT project management. A proven track record in virtualization technologies, incident response, and secure cloud architecture. Adept at optimizing network performance, driving resiliency and implementing robust disaster recover strategies. Recognized for educating users on cybersecurity best practices and ensuring continuous operational readiness across mission critical environments. Known for aligning technical solutions with business objectives, leading complex initiatives from conception to execution, and delivering measurable impact on organizational growth and mission success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Systems Operations - Cyber Defense

United State Air Force
01.2024 - Current
  • Designed and evaluated WAN and LAN connectivity technologies.
  • Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
  • Utilized code and modern cloud-native deployment techniques to design, plan and integrate cloud computing and virtualization systems.
  • Documented support procedures, processes and solutions in centralized systems, enabling user self-service.
  • Performed network security design and integration duties.
  • Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
  • Set up hardware and software in optimal configurations to meet network performance requirements.

Professional Firefighter

Birmingham Fire & Rescue Service
01.2015 - 11.2024
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.

IT Technician Intern

Birmingham Water Works Board
12.2014 - 01.2015
  • Maintained office PCs, networks and mobile devices.
  • Monitored server room, wireless network and other server infrastructure, keeping systems running smoothly.
  • Established, repaired and optimized networks by installing wiring, cabling and devices.
  • Installed, configured and maintained computer systems and network connections.
  • Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.

Education

Master of Science - Applied Mathematics

University of Alabama Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
05-2014

Bachelor of Science - Computer Networking

Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS
05-2012

Skills

  • Automation tools
  • Backup and recovery
  • Incident response
  • Disaster recovery planning
  • Virtualization technologies
  • Software deployment
  • Hardware configuration
  • End-user training
  • Incident response management
  • Vulnerability assessment
  • Firewall management
  • Network monitoring

Certification

CompTIA Sec+

USAF Security Operations

USAF Systems Operations

Accomplishments

  • USAF - Honor Graduate
  • TS/SCI Clearance
  • Cyber System Operations - Distinguished Graduate

Timeline

Systems Operations - Cyber Defense

United State Air Force
01.2024 - Current

Professional Firefighter

Birmingham Fire & Rescue Service
01.2015 - 11.2024

IT Technician Intern

Birmingham Water Works Board
12.2014 - 01.2015

Master of Science - Applied Mathematics

University of Alabama Birmingham

Bachelor of Science - Computer Networking

Alcorn State University

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