MATTHEW GONZALEZ
Cyber Security
Ellenton,FL
Summary
I am a Navy veteran with over 10 years of experience as a power plant mechanic making a career transition into Cybersecurity. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level Cybersecurity Associate position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Electro Mechanic
Alcon Laboratories Inc.
Johns Creek, GA
08.2021 - Current
- Performed maintenance procedures and repairs on existing electrical products and systems.
- Performed in-depth electrical acceptance testing of completed hardware.
- Provided on-site engineering and technical services during installation and fielding processes.
- Prepared technical documentation for operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of industrial systems.
- Evaluated power needs for various systems.
- Developed engineering documentation detailing system requirements and diagnostic procedures.
Maintenance Manager
Spectra Metals Inc
Mableton, GA
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 15 employees.
- Led development, implementation and execution of maintenance programs.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues and reducing downtime .
Refinery Technician II
Mississippi Power Co
Meridan , MS
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Performed complex mechanical alignments and equipment calibration to meet quality standards.
- Applied critical thinking and research to address complex issues.
- Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.
Machinist Mate
US Navy
NORFOLK, VA
08.2010 - 08.2015
- Inspected, repaired and replaced system components.
- Removed, lubricated and adjusted propulsion equipment parts.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on boilers, engines and generators.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Safely operated heavy machinery such as pumps, fans and gear reducers without incident.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
Education
Organizational Leadership
Navy Leadership Training Programs
Norfolk VA 05.2001 -
Powerplant Technology
Basic Operator Training, Kemper County Generating
Meridian, MS 05.2001 -
Technology Education
Emory Univ. FSA Cybersecurity Bootcamp
Atlanta GA 05.2001 -
Technology Education
CompTia Security+
Online 05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Technology Education
St Petersburg Theological Seminary
St. Petersburg, FL 09.2022 - 06.2024
Skills
Data security
Critical thinking skills
Attention to detail
Teamwork and collaboration
Data entry
Timeline
Associate of Science - Technology Education
St Petersburg Theological Seminary
09.2022 - 06.2024
Electro Mechanic
Alcon Laboratories Inc.
08.2021 - Current
Maintenance Manager
Spectra Metals Inc
09.2019 - 07.2021
Refinery Technician II
Mississippi Power Co
08.2015 - 05.2018
Machinist Mate
US Navy
08.2010 - 08.2015
Organizational Leadership
Navy Leadership Training Programs
05.2001 -
Powerplant Technology
Basic Operator Training, Kemper County Generating
05.2001 -
Technology Education
Emory Univ. FSA Cybersecurity Bootcamp
05.2001 -
Technology Education
CompTia Security+
05.2001 -