Kandall Emile
Clearfield,UT
Summary
I am a dedicated security professional with 20 years of experience in physical security, complemented by a solid foundation in cybersecurity principles. I have a proven track record of implementing and managing comprehensive physical and cyber security measures. Currently, I am expanding my knowledge in cybersecurity through hands-on learning in college labs, academic study, and pursuit of industry-recognized certifications. I am committed to continuous learning and staying relevant on the latest security technologies and best practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Systems Design Assistant
Johnson Controls, Inc.
West Valley, UT
11.2022 - 10.2023
- As an HVAC System Design Assistant, I was responsible for updating hardware designs and software configuration for various HVAC control systems and communicated design details updates to the engineering team
- I ordered and managed materials, updated field changes, created as-built drawings, and prepared documentation for system operation, maintained and followed safety standards
Shift Supervisor
United States Air Force
Hill AFB, UT
01.2021 - 11.2022
- I led a 30-person team providing security and emergency response for military and civilian personnel
- I completed routine administrative tasks such as quarterly, semi-annual, and annual training, ensuring compliance and readiness standard were met and maintained
- I proactively identified and addressed deficiencies in procedures, posture, and policy maintaining peak operational performance
Project Planning & Logistics | Information Technology Supervisor
United States Air Force
Kirkland AFB, NM
11.2018 - 01.2021
- I managed three hundred user accounts for Non-classified Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPR) and Secret Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPR) for active-duty members and Air Force civilian personnel
- Installed and updated Windows and Linux operating systems and software
- I provided mobile help desk support as part of troubleshooting and resolving hardware, software, and network issues for end users minimizing downtime
- I managed a project to retrofit ten vehicles with mobile connectivity utilizing Toughbook's, mobile internet access, mobile printing, and telemetry data
- I acquired and repurposed several facilities to meet evolving mission needs
- This included developing renovation plans to enhance network functionality, supporting mission expansion, and critical communication grantees
- I tracked and managed asset inventory for two IT accounts for two organizations
- I completed annual inventories and remediated lost assets, updated records and reported findings to third party organization to comply with assets management requirements
- I used BMC Remedy ticketing software to close ticket request
Education
Business & Information Technology - Cybersecurity Certificate of Program Completion
Davis Technical College
Kaysville, UT03-2025
Associate of Science - Cybersecurity
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ04.2024
Internship - Security Analyst
DefendEdge SkillBridge Internship
Remote06-2022
Skills
- Installation/updates of Windows
- Installation/updates of Linux Distros
- Network Topology
- Physical Hardware Installation
- Problem Solving
- Virtualization Software
- Network performance monitoring
- Social engineering
- Incident response
- Physical security
Certification
- CompTIA Security+ CE, 02/20/25
- CompTIA Network+ CE, 12/20/24
- CompTIA A+ CE, 09/19/24
- United States Air Force Anti-Terrorism Force Protection Level II (Physical Security), 05/01/21
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Expected June 2025
Accomplishments
- National Technical Honor Society
- National Society of Leadership and Success
- Epsilon Pi Tau Honor Society
Work Availability
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Timeline
Systems Design Assistant
Johnson Controls, Inc.
11.2022 - 10.2023
Shift Supervisor
United States Air Force
01.2021 - 11.2022
Project Planning & Logistics | Information Technology Supervisor
United States Air Force
11.2018 - 01.2021
Business & Information Technology - Cybersecurity Certificate of Program Completion
Davis Technical College
Associate of Science - Cybersecurity
University of Phoenix
Internship - Security Analyst
DefendEdge SkillBridge Internship
Homelab Environment
- Dell R710 Server OS: Proxmox
- Dell R430 Server OS: Windows Server 2025
- Several Custom-Built PCs running Windows 11 Pro, TrueNAS Scale, Linux Distros
- Cisco 2911K Router
- Cisco 1921 Router
- Cisco 2960 Switch
- Cisco WS3750G Switch
- Pfesense Firewall