Jared Thompson
Fort Washington,MD
Summary
• Possess an Active TOP SECRET/SCI Clearance with a CI Polygraph
• Cyber security and networking professional with over 4 years of demonstrated military and educational experience in Information Technology, Cyber Defense, Network Design, System Security, System Security Plans, Security Test and Evaluation, and Certification and Accreditation. Recognized for unique skillset in design, troubleshooting, and technical problem solving and remediation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Security Engineer
US Navy - Contractor
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced network security by implementing advanced firewall configurations and intrusion detection systems.
- Developed efficient network solutions with the implementation of Cisco routers and switches.
- Optimized network performance through effective monitoring and troubleshooting of security devices and resolved complex network problems.
- Collaborated with IT teams to develop comprehensive incident response plans for potential security breaches.
- Designed secure network architectures, incorporating best practices and latest industry standards.
- Reduced cyber threats by conducting vulnerability assessments and recommending appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Oversaw the design, implementation, and maintenance of computer networks to ensure seamless communication and data transfer.
Cyber Operations Specialist
US Army - Active Duty
04.2021 - 08.2023
- Serve as a Host and Network Forensics Analyst. Charged with reviewing and analyzing compromised networks.
- Develop advanced rules and dashboards utilizing various tools and capabilities.
- Actively monitor networks for security events, threats, intrusions, or compromises. Perform investigations based on potential risks and escalate if necessary
- Capture system memory and analyze it for potentially malicious processes connections and anything else that is identified as perceived threats to the network.
- Utilize alerts from endpoints, IDS/IPS, netflow, and custom sensors to identify compromises on networks/endpoints
- Initialize triage procedures on potentially malicious systems and exercise best business practices. Execute incident response and vulnerability management.
- Utilize the MITRE ATT&CK Framework to map and track adversary TTPs
- Managed the Splunk environment, including monitoring and alerting on system performance and availability.
- Utilized Splunk to import network and host data for analysis
Network Technician
CMS Solutions
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and repairing hardware, software, and network issues.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving technical issues in a timely and efficient manner.
- Maintained accurate documentation of help desk tickets, ensuring proper tracking and resolution of issues.
- Installed, modified, and repaired software and hardware to resolve technical issues.
- Optimized resource allocation within virtualized environments using technologies such as VMWare ESXi.
- Enhanced SCCM efficiency by implementing automated processes and streamlining server maintenance tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security And Information Assurance
Western Governors University
02.2025
High School Diploma -
Bishop McNamara High School
05.2021
Skills
- Network Security Design
- Network configuration
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Patch management
- Identity and Access Management
- Firewall Installation
- LAN switching technologies
- DNS implementation
- Network performance monitoring
- VLAN aggregation
- Cisco router and switch security
Certification
• CompTIA Security+ - 03/2023
• CompTIA Network+ - 07/2023
• SSCP - 07/2023
- CCNA - In Progress
Timeline
Network Security Engineer
US Navy - Contractor
08.2023 - Current
Cyber Operations Specialist
US Army - Active Duty
04.2021 - 08.2023
Network Technician
CMS Solutions
02.2020 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Bishop McNamara High School
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security And Information Assurance
Western Governors University
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