Mike Forehand
St. George,UT
Summary
- Cybersecurity specialist and IT professional with a robust background in network management, IT infrastructure, and ethical hacking. Seeking to leverage my skills and experience to contribute to a cutting-edge cybersecurity or information technology team.
- Information Security Operations Professional skilled in triaging security incidents in large enterprise environments.
- Adaptable to new environments, technologies, and people.
- Client-focused consultant with a blend of soft skills and technical expertise.
- Proficient in setting and fulfilling priorities within dynamic settings.
- Achieves goals through proactive leadership and time management.
- Committed to evolving with industry shifts and maintaining IT policy documentation.
- Navigates rapidly changing global business landscapes effectively.
- Communicates complex technical concepts simply and effectively.
- Eager to learn and obtain necessary certifications.
- Excels in both team settings and autonomous tasks.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Supervisor
Wilson Electronics
11.2020 - 08.2022
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
IT Specialist
Wilson Electronics
11.2020 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with teams to meet network and cybersecurity needs
- Ensured IT infrastructure security and efficiency
- Serviced and secured server and networking equipment
- Repaired, replaced, and safeguarded equipment
- Maintained positive relationships with clients, ensuring their security needs were met.
- Managed hardware and software inventory, ensuring timely updates and replacements as needed.
- Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Trained, supervised and organized over 55 personnel.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Contributed valuable input during key decision-making processes as an integral member of the command team.
- Collaborated with fellow NCOs to develop innovative tactics and strategies, resulting in improved mission outcomes.
- Promoted safety awareness within the platoon, significantly reducing accidents during training exercises and deployments.
- Ensured mission success by effectively overseeing daily operations, personnel assignments, and equipment maintenance.
Diesel Mechanic
Stafford County Fleet Services
07.2013 - 08.2018
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Utah Tech University
St. George, UT05.2024
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Utah Tech University
St. George, UT05.2024
Skills
- Ethical Hacking
- Security Operations
- Vulnerability Management
- In-Person & Remote Work Environments
- Technical Writing
- Verbal Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- IT Infrastructure
- Incident Response
- Critical Thinking
- Triage
- Threat Hunting
- Organization
- Adaptable
- Passionate
- Engaged
- Windows
- Unix
- Linux
- SQL
- Python
- Bash
- HTML
Certification
- Linux +
- Security +
- AWS Cloud Practitioner
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
Cybersecurity Competitions
- Hack the Box, Participant
- National Cyber League (NCL), Team Event, 66 out of 4482 teams
- National Cyber League (NCL), Individual, Top 600
Cyber Club - Position
Former Vice President
Military Service
United States Marine Corps | Gunnery Sargeant | 13 Years | 2 Deployments | Honorable Discharge
Timeline
Warehouse Supervisor
Wilson Electronics
11.2020 - 08.2022
IT Specialist
Wilson Electronics
11.2020 - 08.2022
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
09.2018 - 03.2020
Diesel Mechanic
Stafford County Fleet Services
07.2013 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Utah Tech University
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Utah Tech University
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