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Education
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Certification
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Jeston A. Whitacre

Jeston A. Whitacre

Fairfax,VA

Summary

Cybersecurity leader with 15+ years of experience managing IT infrastructure, security operations, and large-scale federal cybersecurity programs. Directed and managed over $100M in cybersecurity funding supporting the U.S. Coast Guard’s portion of the Department of Defense Information Network (DoDIN), helping strengthen network security, improve capabilities, and support mission-critical defense operations.

Experienced Property Manager overseeing multiple properties, ensuring efficient operations and tenant satisfaction. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to manage maintenance, leasing, and financial tasks. Track record of resolving conflicts and maintaining high occupancy rates.

Overview

19
19

Years of Professional Information Systems Experience

14
14

Years of Real Estate Investing & Property management experience

Work History

Cyber Security Officer

US Coast Guard
Washington, DC
08.2024 - Current
  • Directs the allocation and oversight of nearly $100 million in cybersecurity funding to enhance security measures for United States Coast Guard within Department of Defense network, the second largest system in the U.S.
  • Managed the strategic procurement and deployment of state-of-the-art enterprise security tools, focusing on endpoint protection, cloud security, and identity and access management (IAM) systems.
  • Facilitated defense against thousands of daily cyber threats by aligning funding resources and technology strategy with mission-critical security objectives.

Rental Property Manager

Sunrise Properties USA, LLC
Fairfax, VA
01.2014 - Current
  • Managed tenant relations by delivering swift responses to inquiries and maintenance requests, enhancing satisfaction for over $5.8 million in rental properties located in Texas, Nevada, West Virginia, and Virginia.
  • Executed property inspections, verifying compliance with safety regulations and ensuring alignment with lease agreements.
  • Developed comprehensive lease agreements to enhance tenant onboarding efficiency.
  • Analyzed market trends and crafted effective marketing campaigns to enhance renter engagement and lower vacancy levels.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Excelsior University
Albany, NY
09-2023

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Excelsior University
Albany, NY
09-2021

Skills

  • Exceptional customer support
  • Active top secret clearance
  • IT infrastructure management
  • Network troubleshooting
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Attention to detail
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Property management expertise
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Project coordination expertise
  • Digital & Visual design
  • Branding and identity
  • Project management abilities
  • Budgeting experience
  • Financial & real estate economics
  • Report writing

Accomplishments

    Completed over 100 credit hours of Fine art, Architecture and Interior Design courses at Art Institute of Pittsburgh and Miami International University of Art and Design.

    -Highly Skilled in Adobe Photoshop & Graphic Design

    -Expertise in Interior Design and Architecture

    -Experienced with Microsoft Office & Teams.

Certification

Mortgage Loan Originator

  • SAFE Mortgage Loan Originator Exam Successfully Completed on March 28 2026 (NMLS ID 2409950).
  • 20 Hour SAFE Comprehensive: Mortgage Loan Originator Course Successfully Completed 2/26/2026

Cyber Security

  • CompTIA Security+ Certification

Timeline

Cyber Security Officer

US Coast Guard
08.2024 - Current

Rental Property Manager

Sunrise Properties USA, LLC
01.2014 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Excelsior University

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Excelsior University