Lamar Bland
Smyrna,GA
Summary
Versatile and results-driven network specialist holding an active TS/SCI Clearance with a proven track record of planning, implementing, and monitoring computer networks that enable wireless services, voice, and cryptographic data. Seeking to leverage a solid foundation in the maintenance, optimization, and security of a large network infrastructure and expanding that knowledge into a Network Engineer role. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills honed through a 10-year military background in aviation and combat communications systems. Possesses a strong passion for technology and commitment to delivering innovative solutions and exceeding client expectations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Network Operations Specialist
United States Air Force
Brunswick, GA
05.2022 - Current
- Installed, configured and maintained network services, hardware systems and peripheral equipment/devices remotely and onsite.
- Assisted in the planning of IT network infrastructure with clients to ensure that systems comply with all requirements and needs.
- Executed network and root-cause analysis while performing troubleshooting activities in order to resolve problems on servers, workstations and other network devices.
- Monitored network performance regularly to improve network efficiency and functionality.
- Analyzed network traffic to identify potential security threats or breaches in policy compliance.
- Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures, and associated training plans for network administration, usage, and disaster recovery.
- Maintained documentation of all changes made to network's backbone.
Jr. Java Developer
SkillStorm
Jacksonville, FL
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Participated in unique "SkillBridge" opportunity for service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training.
- Worked as a member of a diverse team to complete a full stack inventory management application that provides a company the ability to create, read, update, and delete items from the system and have items stored in a database.
- Utilized edge cases through input validation, boundary checking, and unit testing.
- Assisted in the design and development of the app using Java Spring Boot, React, and MySQL.
- Followed the proper REST principles when designing the API endpoints.
- Coordinated with other teammates using GitHub, Slack, Discord, and Visual Studio Code to integrate branches and complete project deliverables.
Cyber Transport Specialist
United States Air Force
Brunswick, GA
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Responsible for the installation and configuration of network equipment such as switches, routers, fiber-optic cables, firewalls and wireless access points.
- Controlled access to the IT network and updated security programs as part of the security procedure.
- Resolved Tier-3 network issues involving investigation, data recovery, bug fixes, and performance optimization.
- Implemented best practices for securing networks from external attacks.
- Monitored the status of all systems and circuits while handling coordinated requests for service orders.
- Utilized agile logistics support channels to sustain network operations and maintain cryptographic equipment in austere environments.
- Executed combat communications training, employing SATCOM principles with NIPR and SIPR nodes to enable warfighting operations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electronic And Telecommunications
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL06-2024
Skills
- CompTIA - Security (Expires 10/26)
- LAN, WAN, WLAN
- Protocols: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SMTP, VoIP, BGP, STP, LDAP, EIGRP, OSPF
- Cisco & Juniper platforms
- Routers, Switches, Firewalls, Servers, Printers, WAPs, Cabling
- Remote Access: Telnet, SSH
- Network Management
- Virtual machines
- Programming: Java, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- Packet analysis: Wireshark, tcpdump
- Network encryptors: TACLANE-Micro/KG-175D
- Excellent problem-solving, diagnostic, and troubleshooting competencies
- Software patch management
- SATCOM and Radio Frequency exposure
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- MS PowerPoint
Timeline
Jr. Java Developer
SkillStorm
10.2022 - 02.2023
Network Operations Specialist
United States Air Force
05.2022 - Current
Cyber Transport Specialist
United States Air Force
05.2022 - 10.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Electronic And Telecommunications
Community College of The Air Force