Ian McCoy

Network professional with thorough background in managing and optimizing network systems for large-scale operations. Known for strong analytical skills and ability to implement robust network solutions, ensuring seamless connectivity and security. Collaborative team player focused on achieving organizational goals and adapting to dynamic project requirements.

• CCNP Enterprise Networking with Advanced Routing and Infrastructure, 11/01/24
• COMPTIA Security +, 11/01/24
• Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 1 (ICND1), 04/01/14
• Cisco Certified Network Associate, 05/01/14
• Cisco Certified Network Associate - Voice, 06/01/14
• Cisco Certified Network Associate - Security, 06/01/14
• ITIL Foundation: Version 4, 10/01/23

• Brigade Signal Officer and Network Technician, Mississippi National Guard, 10/01/14, Present, Established hundreds of unique networks for training and combat support., Improved the system that records and submit deficiencies to streamline maintenance and restore functionality., Led Network Operations abroad to manage and monitor tactical networks working hand in hand with the Regional Hub Node, Regional Satellite Support Centers and Southwest Asia Cyber Center preventing adversarial penetration from DPRK origins., Partnered with National Guard Bureau to test and validate the JWARN system for real time precise monitoring of nuclear, biological or chemical threats combine with live fire and maneuver training., Senior Network Management Technician of the state.
• Field Service Representative and Instructor, General Dynamics C4 Systems, 02/01/08, 09/30/14, Lead instructor on proprietary tactical networking systems to give Marines digital functionality in tactical environments and encapsulate traffic that provided Classified (Secret) and Unclassified services., Supported 2nd Marine Division providing technical expertise and experience throughout Iraq., Integrated sheltered mobile network systems with digital tech controller vans providing secure voice communications through multiplexers as well as Call Manager Express and Cisco Unified Call Managers.
• Network and IT Manager, 2d Bn 6th Marines, 02/01/00, 02/01/08, Replicated all primary domain controllers and Exchange servers from Camp Lejeune to the USS Wasp with 100% success., Adapted and learned multiple skills to enhance productivity and ability of tactical networks such as fiber optics, switchboards and secure telephony., Integrated with coalition forces in Iraq to increase uptime and quality of service by extending fiber networks and new trunks over copper.

• Warrant Officer Cameron Lamar, 155 ABCT HHC, Colleague, Cameron.t.lamar.mil@army.mil, (706) 814-2232, 2020-present
• LTC Dennis Bittle, 2-114 FA Commander, Supervisor, Dennis.r.bittle.mil@mail.mil, (662) 209-4846, 2018-present
• LTC Kevin Grace, RTI Operations Officer, Colleague, Kevin.w.grace.mil@army.mil, (662) 687-3967, 2016-present

• Detected and deterred all hostile threats and penetration from adversarial forces in foreign tactical environments.
• Successfully established secure, tactical, wide area networks via satellites and high capacity radios to increase the functionality and lethality of an armored brigade combat team across multiple countries.
• Lead teams and coordinated to upgrade and improve the communications posture of the unit. Accounted for and maintained over $20 million of equipment with zero losses.
• Introduced the Global Agile Integrated Transport (GAIT) to the Mississippi National Guard and 40 Infantry division to manage and support systems remotely across multiple states.
• Wrote policy to protect the operational integrity of hundreds of FBCB2 systems which saves the state approximately $4.2 million annually in replacement and repair costs.
• Delivered Value to the Resolute Signal Support Group implementing $70M in IT changes.