Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Training
Future Research Interests
Timeline
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Oneik Pearce

Montego Bay,Jamaica

Summary

Dedicated Customs Officer with 14 years of experience in law enforcement, border protection, and risk management at the Jamaica Customs Agency. Passionate about transitioning into Information Technology with a focus on cybersecurity. Proven expertise in IT systems troubleshooting, customs law enforcement, and digital security practices. Currently pursuing professional certifications and academic training to deepen my knowledge in digital risk management, network security, and fraud detection. I am eager to advance my academic and technical capabilities through the Master of Science in Information Technology program at UoPeople, with the goal of contributing to secure digital infrastructures both nationally and internationally.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customs Officer

Jamaica Customs Agency
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Company Overview: Sangster International Airport, Air Cargo
  • Conducted risk-based inspections of cargo shipments using digital profiling systems.
  • Ensured compliance with national customs regulations and assessed fees for imported/exported goods.
  • Utilized the ASYCUDA system to monitor shipments, process customs declarations, and prevent fraud.
  • Sangster International Airport, Air Cargo

Customs Officer

Jamaica Customs Agency
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Company Overview: Sangster International Airport, Passenger Terminal
  • Performed passenger screenings and enforced customs laws.
  • Conducted digital risk assessments and detected prohibited items.
  • Collaborated with other government bodies to enhance border protection.
  • Regularly used the ASYCUDA system for risk assessment and clearance processes.
  • Sangster International Airport, Passenger Terminal

Collections Officer (Level 3)

Jamaica Customs Agency
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Company Overview: Jamaica
  • Managed revenue collection processes and prepared monthly financial reports.
  • Verified shipping documents and conducted cargo sealing at ports.
  • Jamaica

Records Officer (Level 2)

Jamaica Customs Agency
01.2010 - 01.2016
  • Company Overview: Jamaica
  • Oversaw records management, document verification, and compliance monitoring for imports and exports.
  • Jamaica

Education

BSc - Business Administration (Information Systems Management)

University of the Commonwealth Caribbean
01.2024

Diploma in Pro-Graphics - Technician/Repairs, Information Technology

Almena Computer College International
01.2012

High School Diploma - CSEC Certification

William Knibb Memorial High School
01.2008

Skills

  • Linux
  • SQL
  • SIEM
  • Troubleshooting
  • IT hardware maintenance
  • Profiling
  • ASYCuda

Certification

  • Coursera – Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, Completed, 01/01/25
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification, In Progress

Affiliations

Member, Occupational Health & Hazard Team, Jamaica Customs Agency

Training

  • Risk Management (WCO), Online, Completed, 01/01/25
  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems, Re-Sensitization Session, Completed, 01/01/21
  • ISO Implementation, Jamaica Customs Agency, Completed, 01/01/19
  • Line Officers Training Course, Jamaica Customs Agency, 45 hours, Completed, 01/01/20
  • Critical Thinking Workshop, Online, Completed, 01/01/22
  • Customer Service Training, Tourism Product Development, 01/01/18
  • Communication & Public Speaking, Jamaica Customs Department, 01/01/17
  • Records Management & Customs Border Protection, Jamaica Customs Department, 01/01/17

Future Research Interests

Developing foundational expertise in cybersecurity, with a focus on data protection, network security, and risk management in digital ecosystems.

Timeline

Customs Officer

Jamaica Customs Agency
01.2021 - 01.2024

Customs Officer

Jamaica Customs Agency
01.2019 - 01.2021

Collections Officer (Level 3)

Jamaica Customs Agency
01.2016 - 01.2019

Records Officer (Level 2)

Jamaica Customs Agency
01.2010 - 01.2016

Diploma in Pro-Graphics - Technician/Repairs, Information Technology

Almena Computer College International

High School Diploma - CSEC Certification

William Knibb Memorial High School

BSc - Business Administration (Information Systems Management)

University of the Commonwealth Caribbean
Oneik Pearce