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JOHN PIGGOTT

JOHN PIGGOTT

McDonough,GA

Summary

Decorated military professional transitioning from the United States Army to a career in all areas of IT. Highly motivated to leverage over 25 years of achievements and field training experience to provide dedicated service as a Entry Level IT Specialist. I am a dedicated serviceman focused on applying my knowledge of military operational leadership in a high stress environment and management experience to gain employment in the civilian sector. Exceptionally hard worker well-versed in computer systems and personnel management. Reliable security and management professional skilled in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to resolve complex issues. Vast experience overseeing 150 military personnel engaged in confidential operations while deployed overseas.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Remote Pilot

FlyGuys Drone Operations
09.2025 - Current
  • Operated commercial aircraft safely under varied weather conditions.
  • Conducted pre-flight inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with ground crew for efficient boarding and fueling processes.
  • Communicated effectively with air traffic control to coordinate flight paths.

Event Security Supervisor

Contemporary Services Corporation.
02.2017 - 08.2017
  • Supervised security operations for large-scale events, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
  • Trained and mentored security personnel in effective crowd management techniques and emergency response procedures.
  • Coordinated with local law enforcement to establish security strategies and enhance overall event safety initiatives.
  • Developed incident response plans, mitigating risks and improving response times during critical situations.

Security Event Staff Member

S.A.F.E. Management
01.2017 - 03.2017
  • Monitored event security protocols to ensure safety and compliance.
  • Collaborated with team members to manage crowd control effectively.
  • Responded swiftly to incidents, maintaining a calm and secure environment.
  • Assisted in coordinating emergency response plans during events.

Program Trainer/Job Asst. Specialist

Volunteer at Employment Readiness Center
09.2011 - 04.2013
  • Ordered and distributed office supplies while adhering to a fixed office budget.
  • Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages.
  • Received, screened and routed incoming calls.
  • Created reports and presentations.
  • Designed marketing brochures and wrote website copy.
  • Lead in providing computer classes for military spouses and gold star spouses seeking jobs.

Airborne Infantryman

United States Army
02.1986 - 04.2011
  • Participated in various peace keeping missions around the world for over 25 years.
  • Engaged in the transformation of our military technologies evolving into a more modern and digital Army by implementing my input from close hand battles with enemy forces, caught the attention of senior leaders of the digital view that creates better survivability.
  • Sr. Combat Operations NCO liaison for Airborne Operations using the latest electronic radar tracking equipment.
  • Certified Instructor on the UCOFT(Unit Conduct of Fire Trainer) the Army's biggest combat simulation system.
  • Expert in tactical, technical guidance and critical thinking.
  • Analyze, create, brainstorm and presented recommended combat operations plans for Commanders to deploy over one thousand troops in forward deployed environment.
  • Supervised the creation and validation of anti-terrorism plans for over two thousand troop and civilian personnel in a garrison and deployed environment.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice, Computer Science

Central Texas College
Killeen, TX

Certificates of Training - CompTIA Certifications Program A+, Network, Security, Installing & Configuring Windows Server 2012, Administering Server 2012, Cisco Interconnecting Networking, Certified Ethical Hacker

New Horizons Computer Learning Center
Killeen, TX

Certificate of Training - Software Development Quality Assurance

National University of Austin
Austin, TX
09.2025

High School Diploma - undefined

Nakina High School
Nakina, NC
01.1983

Skills

  • System upgrades
  • System backups
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities
  • Leadership experience
  • Microsoft Office expertise
  • Documentation expertise
  • Professional and mature
  • Advanced Excel spreadsheet functions
  • Critical thinking
  • Computer proficient
  • Well organized
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills

Accomplishments

Completing the last two semesters for my BA in Computer Information Systems

Completed Leadership training for Personal Protection Services

Defensive Combat Driving Training

Certification

Remote Pilot Certificate under the Federal Aviation Administration, under the U.S. Transportation Division.

Timeline

Remote Pilot

FlyGuys Drone Operations
09.2025 - Current

Event Security Supervisor

Contemporary Services Corporation.
02.2017 - 08.2017

Security Event Staff Member

S.A.F.E. Management
01.2017 - 03.2017

Program Trainer/Job Asst. Specialist

Volunteer at Employment Readiness Center
09.2011 - 04.2013

Airborne Infantryman

United States Army
02.1986 - 04.2011

Certificates of Training - CompTIA Certifications Program A+, Network, Security, Installing & Configuring Windows Server 2012, Administering Server 2012, Cisco Interconnecting Networking, Certified Ethical Hacker

New Horizons Computer Learning Center

Certificate of Training - Software Development Quality Assurance

National University of Austin

High School Diploma - undefined

Nakina High School

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice, Computer Science

Central Texas College

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