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Rashad Sloan

Manassas,Va

Summary

Enthusiastic Network Administrator with over 4 years of IT experience, specializing in system upgrades, hardware monitoring, and performance optimization, backed by 7 years of dedicated active-duty military service. Demonstrated success in delivering technical support to both military and civilian personnel. Highly adaptable, a fast learner, and motivated to embrace new technologies and challenges that foster innovation and continuous improvement.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Network Administrator II

BuddoBot
Quantico, Va
09.2023 - Current
  • Created and maintained over 200 custom firewall rules based on log insights, resulting in a 25% reduction in unauthorized access attempts within 6 months.
  • Managed user and group accounts in RHEL environments using useradd, usermod, groupadd, and passwd to enforce organizational access policies.
  • Managed AD user and group permissions across mixed Linux/Windows environments, ensuring least-privilege access policies.
  • Developed custom Ansible playbooks to automate tasks such as interface configuration, VLAN assignments, and firmware upgrades on Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switches, improving deployment efficiency by 40%.

Network Administrator

Bowhead
Dahlgren, Va
03.2022 - 09.2023
  • Trained and supported team members in using networking tools to troubleshoot, monitor, and configure 200+ network devices, improving team productivity and technical knowledge.
  • Installed, and upgrade network equipment, conduct purchases valued at over $300K, and perform equipment testing.
  • Delivered training and technical support to end-users on Aruba networking equipment, protocols, and best practices, improving user proficiency and effective technology adoption.

Technical Support Specialist

Bowhead
Dahlgren, Va
07.2021 - 03.2022
  • Oversaw the issue of PKI tokens, secure activation and deactivation of user accounts to ensure compliance with security protocols and organizational policies.
  • Handled 150+ daily inbound calls while providing superior customer service to customers as it pertains to account support, technical support, and software installation.
  • Skilled in managing and maintaining Active Directory services for large organizations, including user accounts, group policies, and security permissions.

Logistics Operations

United States Air Force
Various Locations
02.2014 - 02.2021
  • Supervised and trained a team of 5+ Airmen, enhancing performance and ensuring compliance with USAF logistics protocols.
  • Developed and maintained detailed load plans for airlift operations, enabling the successful transport of 500+ tons of cargo.
  • Managed inventory and logistics operations for $20M+ in Air Force assets, ensuring 100% accountability and mission readiness.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity

American Military University
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06.2026

Skills

  • Cisco networking technologies
  • Palo Alto technologies
  • Aruba Wireless
  • Linux operating system
  • Windows administration
  • Scripting and automation
  • Network security solutions
  • Traffic analysis tools
  • IT service management
  • Active Directory
  • TCP/IP
  • Server monitoring

Clearance Level

Top Secret

Professional Skills

Leadership | Communication | Decision-making | Teamwork

Customer Service |  Problem Solving | Adaptability | Training

Time Management | Strategic Planning | Attention to Detail

Certification

  • CompTIA SEC+, 05/21, 12/26
  • CompTIA CASP+, 12/23, 12/26

Timeline

Network Administrator II

BuddoBot
09.2023 - Current

Network Administrator

Bowhead
03.2022 - 09.2023

Technical Support Specialist

Bowhead
07.2021 - 03.2022

Logistics Operations

United States Air Force
02.2014 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity

American Military University

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