Destin Adams
El Paso
Summary
Results-driven Army Sergeant and cybersecurity analyst with 5+ years of experience in system administration, network defense, and security operations. Served as a Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) and Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), leading efforts to protect and monitor classified networks (NIPR, SIPR, CENTRIXS) against cyber threats. Proven expertise in threat detection, incident response, user account management, and enforcement of DoD cybersecurity standards. Skilled in analyzing vulnerabilities, managing access controls, and maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical systems in mission-critical environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Information Technology Specialist NCO
US Army
Fort Bliss
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with teams to implement robust cybersecurity measures.
- Conducted regular system upgrades and maintenance tasks to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in developing IT policies and procedures to achieve compliance.
- Provided guidance on effective use of software applications, hardware components, and network resources.
- Monitored security systems for unauthorized access and suspicious activities.
- Recommended corrective actions to mitigate identified risks and vulnerabilities.
Information Technology Specialist
U.S. Army
Fort Bliss
10.2022 - 09.2025
- Supervised, installed, operated, and performed unit-level maintenance on multifunctional/multi-user information processing systems, peripheral equipment, and associated devices in mobile and fixed facilities; performed analyst functions; constructs, edits
- Provided users with technical support for computer problems
- Created User accounts on proprietary services
- Maintained standards for cybersecurity standards for users within the unit to provision appropriate access
- Operated and upkeep CPN stacks to provide data and voice services for both Tactical and Strategic use on three separate enclaves (NIPR, SIPR, MPE/CENTRIXS)
- Uphold and reinforced standards for maintaining operational security applicable to specific enclaves and classification levels of information
- Reimaged computers
- Utilized Active Directory to manage users in organizational structure
- Submitted reports as scheduled, using MS Office 365 and military database software
Information Technology Specialist
U.S. Army
Camp Humphreys
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Generated tickets for technical issues to ensure prompt resolution.
- Organized video conferences to facilitate seamless communication.
- Managed calls to provide effective support and assistance.
- Reimaged computers for optimal performance and functionality.
- Processed requests for account creation to streamline user access.
Education
Bachelor of Computer Science - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance Candidate
Western Governor's University
Utah10-2025
Bachelor's degree in Visual Communication Design -
Kent State University at Kent
Kent, OH, US01.2012
Advanced Individual Training (AIT) - Information Technology
Fort Gordon
GA, US01.2008
High school or equivalent -
Cleveland School of Architecture & Design at John Hay
OH, US01.2007
College Credit -
Cuyahoga Community College
OH, US01.2007
High school diploma -
Cleveland Highschool for Digital Art
OH, US01.2007
High school diploma -
Euclid Highschool
OH, US01.2007
Bachelor's degree in Visual Arts -
Fayetteville State University
NC, US01.2005
Skills
- Risk management and compliance (RMF, NIST)
- Network security and infrastructure
- Threat detection and incident response
- Security information and event management (SIEM)
- Vulnerability assessment tools (Nessus, Qualys)
- Identity and access management (IAM)
- Operating systems administration (Windows, Linux)
- PowerShell and Bash scripting
- Active Directory and group policy management
- DoD cybersecurity policy compliance
- Classified network administration (NIPR/SIPR/CENTRIXS)
- Virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)
- Cloud computing fundamentals (AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud)
- IT service management (ITIL framework)
- Team leadership and mission execution
Certification
- CompTIA CySA+, 2023-02-01, 2026-02-01
- CompTIA Security+, 2022-08-01, 2026-02-01
- EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker, 2023-04-01, 2026-04-01
- CompTIA A+, 2024-03-01, 2026-02-01
- CompTIA Network+ , 2025-02-01, 2026-02-01
- EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker, 2023-04-01, 2026-04-01
- ITIL 4 Foundation, 2025-07-01, 2028-07-01
Awards
- Army Commendation Medal
- Korea Defense Service Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- Army Service Ribbon
Timeline
Senior Information Technology Specialist NCO
US Army
10.2024 - Current
Information Technology Specialist
U.S. Army
10.2022 - 09.2025
Information Technology Specialist
U.S. Army
09.2021 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Computer Science - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance Candidate
Western Governor's University
Bachelor's degree in Visual Communication Design -
Kent State University at Kent
Advanced Individual Training (AIT) - Information Technology
Fort Gordon
High school or equivalent -
Cleveland School of Architecture & Design at John Hay
College Credit -
Cuyahoga Community College
High school diploma -
Cleveland Highschool for Digital Art
High school diploma -
Euclid Highschool
Bachelor's degree in Visual Arts -
Fayetteville State University
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