Mark Blas
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Air Force veteran and problem-solver with a strong foundation in cybersecurity, leveraging skills in cloud computing, and network security to drive innovative solutions. Clear-minded individual, quick thinker, and quick learner. Motivated to be an impactful asset to the cybersecurity/IT industry.
Overview
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Work History
Cybersecurity Liaison
United States Air Force
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Company Overview: Al Udeid Qatar
- Implemented security protocols to enhance data integrity, improving system reliability
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop training materials, fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness among security forces personnel.
- Aided in risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities, leading to targeted improvements and bolstering the organization's cybersecurity posture.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Cybersecurity & Information Assurance
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, Utah08.2025
Cybersecurity Bootcamp -
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, Texas03.2023
Skills
- Cloud computing and AWS
- Effective communication
- Vulnerability identification
- Cybersecurity protocols
- Project management
- Network security and isolation
- Incident response
- Linux administration
- Data analysis
- Threat analysis
- OSPF routing
- Firewall configuration expertise
- IP addressing and subnetting
- Network security implementation
- Compliance
Certification
- CompTIA Project+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- SSCP by ISC2
- CompTIA CySA+
- CompTIA Pentest+
Timeline
Cybersecurity Liaison
United States Air Force
03.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor's Degree - Cybersecurity & Information Assurance
Western Governors University
Cybersecurity Bootcamp -
Southern Methodist University