Kyle Dennis
Richmond,VA
Summary
Network Administrator with proven track record in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network infrastructures. Skilled in optimizing performance and troubleshooting complex issues, ensuring seamless connectivity for diverse organizations. Strong commitment to industry trends and exceptional problem-solving abilities deliver reliable network solutions aligned with business goals. Effective communicator with leadership skills that bridge technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, fostering collaboration and driving success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IMO
Browns New Life Contractor
Richmond, Virginia
05.2025 - Current
- Provide roadside maintenance by picking up debris all over the city of Richmond
- work on crash sites/vehicle accidents
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
safety Service Patroller
VDOT
Colonial Heights, Virginia
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided 24/7 roadside assistance
- Responded swiftly to incidents, documenting details for follow-up actions.
- Conducted safety inspections of facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Assist in traffic accidents ranging from minor car crashes to major life or death incidents
- Covered roughly 1,045 interstate miles through any type of weather whether it be heavy rain, heavy snow storms, and even tornado warning
- Monitored assigned areas to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted regular patrols to detect and report suspicious activities promptly.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement to address security concerns effectively.
Network Administrator, 2/11 HQ S6
Marine Corps
12.2022 - 08.2024
- Conducted regular network assessments to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, resulting in a 20% improvement in overall network speed and reliability.
- Led in the development of an informative guide for subordinate organizations in support of a company level skill-based development course
- Provided technical support to users via phone, email, and chat.
- Diagnosed hardware and software issues for various devices.
- Assisted in the management of help desk ticketing system.
Armed Security, 2/11 battalion FireX
Marine Corps
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Provided armed security for the outpost on Marine Corps base Twenty-nine palms
- Guarded serialized gear during the training event while also providing armed security for the entire battalion during this 3 month long training exercise
- Authorized and authenticated personnel leaving and entering the outpost as well as the training environment
- Field OP
Armed Security/Network Administrator, 31st MEU NOC
Marine Corps
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Extensive experience building and managing a wide range of servers, software, and routers in a classified and unclassified environment including BGP’s, Call Manager servers, Mail servers, File Print servers, OSPF, and IPSEC.
- Operated and maintained Local area networks and Wide area networks in a high stress environment.
- Supervised a small team in a highly stressful environment in implementing vulnerability IPs on classified and unclassified networks and servers by following weekly operational directives.
- Managed monthly accountability and inventory of 160 classified hard drives.
- Provided armed security for high intel and serialized gear on camp Hanson
- Provided armed security for personnel on camp Hanson during a continuous 24 hr training exercise/OP that lasted three days and nights
- Authorized, authenticated and received personnel entering and leaving the base
- Deployment
- Managed network security protocols to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance.
- Configured and maintained routers, switches, and firewalls for optimal performance.
- Performed routine troubleshooting and network monitoring.
Armed Security/Network Administrator, 31st MEU
Marine Corps
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Provided armed security for the outpost during Kamandag (annual training with the Philippines marines) taking place in the Philippines
- Protected top secret intel/gear while performing armed security during the training event
- Continued to provide armed security to the outpost and the surrounding area along with providing personal security for high officers/officials
- Receive, authenticate, and authorized personnel entering and leaving the outpost
- Received, authenticated, and authorized personnel entering and leaving the training area
- Taught Philippines marines routing protocols such as BGP, VPN, and also lead in lessons showing how to use Microsoft sheets and build/construct different networks (WAN and LAN)
- During Deployment
- Supported various operating systems and server technologies.
- Worked closely with end users to solve problems related to hardware and software.
- Maintained inventory records of all hardware components used in the network environment.
- Responded quickly to user requests for assistance with computer or network problems.
Help Desk/Network Administrator 2/11 S6
Marine Corps
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided timely and effective technical assistance to end-users encountering hardware, software, or network issues.
- Worked to troubleshoot problems by offering solutions, workarounds, or step-by-step guidance and resolve technical issues via phone, email, or in-person.
- Conducted regular network assessments to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, resulting in a 20% improvement in overall network speed and reliability.
- Implemented and maintained a virtual private network (VPN) solution to enable secure remote access for employees, enhancing productivity during remote work scenarios.
Education
Network And System Administration
Communication Course
Twentynine Palms, CA04-2021
High School Diploma -
Hopewell High School
Hopewell06-2020
Some College (No Degree) - CyberSecurity
ECPI University
Short Pump, VASkills
- Experience with VPN and IPSEC
- Strategic issue identification
- High comprehension
- Responsive to new challenges
- Troubleshooting
- Data Security/Network security
- Skilled in managing workplace stress
- Effective verbal communication
- Customer service
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Innovative thinking
- Skilled in resolving conflicts
- Maintenance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Active listening
- Network troubleshooting
- Technical support
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- LAN and WAN control
- Hardware installation
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Help desk
- Help desk assistance
- Conflict resolution
- Help desk experience
- Equipment maintenance
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 12 marines and other foreign staff members in setting up satellite connection during a deployment.
- Collaborated with team of 5 marines and 5 South Korean soldiers in the development of multiple servers such as Proxy/VPN, database, and authentication.
- Documented and resolved connection/speed issues during a battalion Fire-X which led to having all-round great communication services all throughout twenty nine palms.
Hobbies and Interests
- Gym Workouts
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness.
- Video Gaming
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
- Playing Sports
- Kayaking
- Outdoor Recreation
- Volunteering
Certification
- Active Secret Clearance
- Basic Communications Course (4-month resident course), U.S. Marine Corps, Twenty-Nine Palms, CA
- Introductory Leadership Course (2-week resident course), U.S. Marine Corps, Oceanside, CA
- Basic Military Training (13-week resident course), U.S. Marine Corps, Parris Island, SC
- Marine Combat Training (4-week resident course), U.S. Marine Corps, Camp Geiger
Affiliations
- I enjoy going to the gym and playing sports
- I love to travel
- I love to learn new things in life and achieve new goals
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
IMO
Browns New Life Contractor
05.2025 - Current
safety Service Patroller
VDOT
11.2024 - 05.2025
Armed Security, 2/11 battalion FireX
Marine Corps
01.2024 - 03.2024
Network Administrator, 2/11 HQ S6
Marine Corps
12.2022 - 08.2024
Armed Security/Network Administrator, 31st MEU
Marine Corps
09.2022 - 10.2022
Armed Security/Network Administrator, 31st MEU NOC
Marine Corps
04.2022 - 11.2022
Help Desk/Network Administrator 2/11 S6
Marine Corps
04.2021 - 09.2021
Network And System Administration
Communication Course
High School Diploma -
Hopewell High School
Some College (No Degree) - CyberSecurity
ECPI University