Phelan Aromana
Fort Richardson,AK
Summary
Resilient, mission-driven cybersecurity student, and U.S. Army professional with a foundational background in information security, secure communications, and operational threat awareness. Gained discipline and adaptability through Special Forces recruitment, infantry training, and Airborne School, and now transitioning into the cybersecurity field with a B.Sc. in progress. Adept in risk identification, network defense concepts, and team collaboration under pressure. Committed to leveraging military precision and emerging technical skills to protect people, my homeland, and digital environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Infantryman
US Army
Fort Richardson, AK
10.2024 - Current
- Conducted training exercises to enhance operational readiness and teamwork.
- Conducted tactical operations, urban movement, and weapons systems training in high-stress, time-sensitive environments.
- Led small unit maneuvers, maintained accountability of classified mission equipment, and executed security patrols.
- Regularly utilized secure communication systems, and contributed to intelligence gathering through observation and field reports.
- Demonstrated proficiency in adapting to rapidly evolving mission parameters, with precision and discipline.
- Applied emergency medical procedures in field environments, reinforcing decision-making under pressure, and life-saving capabilities during missions.
- Maintained secure tactical communications, and supported operational security (OPSEC) measures in high-risk environments, reinforcing mission success, and minimizing digital vulnerabilities.
- Assisted with pre-mission planning involving threat modeling, surveillance awareness, and incident response readiness.
Special Forces Recruit
US Army
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Cultivated elite-level skills in discipline, endurance, situational awareness, and mission execution under pressure.
- Gained exposure to special operations tactics, team-based intelligence gathering, and resilience training, which directly enhance cyber threat analysis and incident response readiness.
- Reassigned to Infantry following withdrawal from the pipeline; continued to apply elite-level training to support conventional mission success.
Infantryman
US Army
Fort Benning, Georgia
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Completed One Station Unit Training (OSUT), combining Basic Combat Training and Infantry Advanced Individual Training (AIT).
- Trained and certified in the Combat Lifesaver Course (CLS) and Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC). Providing first-line trauma care and emergency response in high-stress conditions.
- Graduate of the U.S. The Army Airborne School trained in parachute operations and high-stress, precision mission insertion.
Warehouse Worker
Cranfield Solutions Limited
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Summer work experience during my summer break from pursuing an engineering degree.
- Worked in a precision manufacturing environment, producing plastic and welded components used in industrial products.
- Operated machinery, monitored part tolerances, and followed safety protocols and technical specifications.
- Gained exposure to quality control, process documentation, and basic tool calibration, all applicable to structured IT and cybersecurity operations.
- Learned how to work both independently and as part of a lean team to meet strict production deadlines under supervision.
- Applied critical thinking and attention to detail—skills essential to incident response, compliance auditing, and system integrity in tech environments.
Customer Service Representative
Primark
Milto Keynes, United Kingdom
04.2019 - 09.2020
- Delivered exceptional front-line service, processed returns, and supported product troubleshooting in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment, resolving customer concerns quickly and professionally.
- Gained conflict resolution, documentation, and client interaction skills that are transferable to security operations.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with security staff, inventory teams, and supervisors to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHHigher Education - Mechanical Engineering
Brunel University London
London, United Kingdom06-2022
Advanced Level High School Diploma -
Denbigh School
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom06-2020
Ordinary Level High School Diploma -
Emmaus Christian School
Lazio, Italy07-2018
Skills
- Tactical operations
- Weapons systems training
- Combat trauma care
- Secure communicationsOperational security (OPSEC)
- Team leadership
- Analytical thinking Adaptability Team-based intelligence
- Risk assessment and threat detection
- Strategic planning
- Situational awareness
- Survival training
- Land navigation
- Languages: English (native), Italian (native), Spanish (intermediate)
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Affiliations
Outside of my academic and professional goals, I own a tech blog to explore emerging trends in cybersecurity, AI, and digital infrastructure. I’m an avid reader, especially of non-fiction and security-related topics, which helps me stay intellectually engaged. I also value balance and resilience through hiking, fitness, and outdoor activities, which sharpen my focus and mental clarity for both life and work.
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Achievement in the Army.
- Won a few fitness competitions in the Army.
- CLS(Combat Life Saver) certification.
- Airborne School certificate.
Timeline
Infantryman
US Army
10.2024 - Current
Special Forces Recruit
US Army
02.2024 - 10.2024
Infantryman
US Army
05.2023 - 02.2024
Warehouse Worker
Cranfield Solutions Limited
06.2021 - 08.2021
Customer Service Representative
Primark
04.2019 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
Southern New Hampshire University
Higher Education - Mechanical Engineering
Brunel University London
Advanced Level High School Diploma -
Denbigh School
Ordinary Level High School Diploma -
Emmaus Christian School
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