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Dominick Burkhardt

Summary

Experienced Cyber Transport Operator, well-versed in network infrastructure, vulnerability assessment and daily operations management. Forward-thinking and strategic leader with 5 years of experience in Department of Defense Networks. Adaptable learner with self-motivation to optimize operations, identify and coach best practices and deliver effective results.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cyber Defense Operator

Iowa Air National Guard
02.2019 - Current
  • Manage Cisco network infrastructure to include: 3700 and 4500 series switches, as well as 1000, 1900, and 3900 series routers. 7900 series VoIP and VoSIP phones as well as other varying models
  • Create and modify network and security designs via Microsoft Visio
  • Conduct vulnerability scans and patching of various system enclaves within the DoD structure
  • Administer multiple system management processes including the availability/allocation of system storage space, backups, system resources (e.g., network, data, programs, and objects) and system access
  • Conduct Local Area Network (LAN) duties including installation, configuration, tests, and maintenance of LAN/server systems
  • Manage numerous hosts across multiple networks via VMware vCenter ensuring compliance with DoD security guidelines
  • Use of multiple ticketing systems i.e., BMC Remedy, CIPS, and WOMS to ensure proper documentation and job status tracking.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA
08.2024

Associate of Science - Information Systems Management

Community College of The Air Force (CCAF)
Montgomery, AL
05.2023

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
05.2022

Skills

  • Network Engineering
  • System Administration
  • Information Security
  • Database Management
  • Server Management
  • Backup Management
  • Hardware/Software Deployment
  • Customer Relations
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Innovative problem solving
  • Effective business communication skills
  • Success troubleshooting in a virtual/on-site environment

Accomplishments

    Achieved Honor Graduate at Basic Military training

    Recipient John D. Griffin Memorial Endowed Scholarship

    Coined by General Ford for outstanding service

    Three time recipient of The Commander's Coin

    Recipient of CMSgt of Iowa Coin


Certification

CompTIA Security+ certification

Timeline

Cyber Defense Operator

Iowa Air National Guard
02.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Upper Iowa University

Associate of Science - Information Systems Management

Community College of The Air Force (CCAF)

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Kirkwood Community College
Dominick Burkhardt