DeWayne Richard
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Information Systems student specializing in cybersecurity risk and control assessment, with practical experience in operational leadership and strong analytical skills. Proficient in simplifying complex technical concepts into actionable insights for various stakeholders. Pursuing a bachelor's degree to advance a career in asset risk assessment and governance within financial services.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Logistics Account Executive Trainee
Total Quality Logistics (TQL)
Richmond, USA
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Coordinated time-sensitive shipments while managing multiple competing priorities and deadlines
- Analyzed shipment risks, delays, and constraints to ensure timely and safe delivery of assets
- Negotiated with third-party carriers, balancing cost, reliability, and risk exposure
- Documented shipment status and communicated exceptions clearly to customers and internal stakeholders
- Developed strong vendor and stakeholder relationships through consistent communication and issue resolution
Customer & Operations Roles
Smooth Vape
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Communicated complex product and service information to diverse customer populations
- Maintained accurate transaction and inventory records, supporting operational integrity
- Audited and received shipments to ensure accuracy, quality, and loss prevention
- Demonstrated adaptability and professionalism in fast-paced, customer-facing environments
Operations Specialist
United States Navy
San Diego, USA
06.2016 - 08.2019
- Led and coordinated daily operations for teams of 30+ personnel in a high-risk, compliance-driven environment
- Tracked operational assets and maintained situational awareness to support safe and efficient aircraft and deck operations
- Identified, documented, and resolved over 40 equipment and operational issues, reducing risk exposure and saving approximately $50K in potential repair costs
- Managed hazardous materials procurement and inventory controls across 35,000 sq. ft. of operational space, supporting safety, compliance, and continuity objectives
- Communicated operational status, risks, and corrective actions clearly to supervisors and leadership across multiple levels of command
Education
Associate of Arts - Computer Information Systems
California Institute of Arts & Technology
San Diego, CA02.2026
Certificate - Audio Engineering
Sheffield Institute for the Recording Arts
Phoenix, MDSkills
- Risk Identification & Analysis
- Control Awareness & Mitigation Concepts
- Asset & Operational Risk Thinking
- Third-Party / Vendor Interaction
- Technical-to-Non-Technical Communication
- Research & Documentation
- Presentation & Reporting
- Time & Priority Management
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Windows
- Microsoft Office
- Word Processing
- Presentation Software
- Networking Fundamentals
Additional Information
Former U.S. Navy E-5 with proven leadership, accountability, and operational discipline, Eligible for full-time, on-site internship work in Raleigh, NC
Tools And Platforms
- Windows
- Microsoft Office
- Word Processing
- Presentation Software
- Networking Fundamentals
Certification
CompTIA Security+
Timeline
Logistics Account Executive Trainee
Total Quality Logistics (TQL)
12.2023 - 03.2024
Customer & Operations Roles
Smooth Vape
01.2020 - 12.2023
Operations Specialist
United States Navy
06.2016 - 08.2019
Associate of Arts - Computer Information Systems
California Institute of Arts & Technology
Certificate - Audio Engineering
Sheffield Institute for the Recording Arts