Samuel Bush

• Worked standard 40 hours a week, full time and standby rotation monthly
• Spearheaded the development and implementation of cyber security policies and procedures for a multinational corporation with over 10,000 employees
• Led a team of 15 cyber security professionals to ensure the protection of sensitive company information and systems
• Generated new upgrade training plan for 8 airman, exceeding standard 12 month task completion by 75%
• Oversaw the implementation of security training and awareness programs for all employees to promote a culture of cyber security awareness
• Briefed security status on base network enclaves to Senior Leaders

Lead Cryptographic Key Manager for Shaw AFB

• Improved base-wide key management program of 3,500 cryptographic items, ensuring 100% accountability and a 90% “Satisfactory” rating, during the Department of the Air Force audit
• Implemented and maintained data encryption protocols to secure sensitive data at rest and in transit
• Managed 26 sub-accounts and 86 personnel; organized training, and conducted audits; increased proficiency rating during Air Force-level assessment
• Briefed key leaders on 50% equipment shortfall; proactively developed contingency plan, sustaining secure communications
• Led 11 personnel managing the Shaw AFB secure communications account, providing key request orders, and system maintenance

Chief Information System Security Manager (ISSM) for 46 organizations

• Authored bases “Information Site Security Plan” policy, while adhering to National Security Agency (NSA), Defense Information System Agency (DISA) and Department of the Air Force cyber enterprise standards, captured 2-year network accreditation for $600 million dollar network.
• Led key changes to units Continuity of Operations (COOP) plan; streamlined contingency site information, table-topped COOP exercise; developed 90-day cryptographic key sustainment support for 6 fighter squadrons, $3.4 Billion dollar fleet.
• Orchestrated training plan to increase Cyber security liaisons across 46 organizations, thus decreasing IT knowledge gaps and customer work orders 27%
• Identified key vulnerabilities, trend analysis data, implemented measured security controls and continuous fix action plans.
• Directed audits for Program-managed systems, composited vulnerability scans and IT equipment to verify baseline standards were met.
• Led data spillage containment and sanitization of military systems to include; workstations, multi-function devices, servers, and email platform applications; zero data compromises during tenure.
• Managed the incident response process and conducted thorough investigations of any security breaches or incidents
• Collaborated with local middle school STEM program to develop first “Adopt a School Initiative”, providing 25 students with military Cyber professional mentors.

• Executed over 20 multi-level projects, within 1.5 years, increased dual enclave platform performance for key battlefield leaders
• Trained and mentored 20 junior network technicians to improve their technical skills and knowledge
• Conducted performance evaluations and supervisory On-the-Job training for 11 junior team leaders
• Led contracting team leveraging knowledge and experience for coveted continuity
• Facilitated redundancy upgrades for 2 multi-level deployment systems, optimized data traffic throughput uptime rate to 98%; proved “Hot Site” capability for key Air Force Central Command
• Coordinated daily with key national and NATO ally stakeholders to establish reliable coalition networks
• Oversaw "on-call" rotation for afterhours network maintenance and support
• Coordinated with vendors and negotiated contracts for over 9 million in network equipment and services

• Directly evaluated over 1500 trainees on institutional competencies critical for entry into military service
• Developed 9 flights, 540 new Airmen into Air Forces next generation of professionals through team building exercises, demonstrations, and military ethos
• Provided instructional counseling, first aid, and safety guidelines to protect the health and welfare of enlistees
• Administered field deployment training, confidence course navigation, and weapons training
• Led professional development seminar, promoting organizational core values, and key leadership competencies for 13 junior supervisors
• Prepared and maintained files, reports, and accountability records pertinent to basic and initial military training.
• Employed audiovisual equipment to support training objectives.
• Executed remedial training as necessary.
• Championed physical fitness culture to provide the military with deployment ready Airman.
• Trained in emotional intelligence and how to understand and manage interpersonal relationships to include conflict resolution.

Military Training Instructor Trainer for New Instructors

• Developed training plan for new Military Training Instructors (peers)
• Taught class instruction and proper briefing techniques. Propelled 5 personnel as next generation leaders in Air Force Basic Military Training (BMT)
• Set training expectations while guiding peers through 8 week flight rotation
• Evaluated over 30 quality training courses for 10 new instructors, ensured competent teaching practices across Basic Training
• Set work schedule guidelines for new instructors, developing expected work life balance

Cadre for Basic Expeditionary Airman Skills Training

• Mentored over 3000 trainees to promote personal growth and development
• Participated in special events and ceremonies to honor military traditions and achievements
• Trained and certified trainees in first aid and survival skills.
• Conducted demonstrations and lectures on military history and principles
• Collaborated with other military personnel to develop and revise training curriculum
• Maintained and updated training records and reports
• Supervised and evaluated trainees' performance during various training exercises and simulations
• Provided instruction on weapons handling, marksmanship, and tactical maneuvers

• Led the Base cyber network security compliance readiness for the Air Force Cyber Unit Inspection. Orchestrated configuration secure baseline compliance, while implementing 10 policy standards. Instrumental in Bases highest inspection rating of 86%
• Attended Air Force Leadership seminars; guided Cyber Specialist career development for 6 personnel; garnered Wing-level Information Dominance award and mentored subordinate to win the Major Command Information Dominance award
• Revitalized the Base perimeter camera network; fixed 9 units and solved 2-year deficiency; boosted Anti-terrorism Force Protection for 5,000 personnel and secured $1 Billion in assets
• Established Defense Information Standard Agency (DISA) compliance timeline to upgrade 39 network devices. Brought Base into 100% compliance, while solidifying Standard Operating Procedures
• Instructed 8 subordinates in network troubleshooting fundamentals and repair; isolated faulty network setup and restored 911 emergency system for Base Defense Operation Center, providing seamless emergency response times for 3,000 personnel
• Engineered DoD network extension to geographically separated forward operating flight line; coordinated service provider funding and sustainment, while overseeing $23,000 network equipment and configuration, enabling weather sensor installation
• Vetted third party companies and performed cost benefit analysis for DoD system. Coordinated $500,000 life cycle management upgrade of network and cryptographic equipment
• Led as Contracting Officer Representative for $5.7 million dollar telephone maintenance contract comprised of equipment and 4 personnel, overseeing contract renewal and data accuracy
• Activated $25,000 Solar Winds server; enabled real-time monitoring, while generating automatic outage alerts for 206 devices; decreased response time by 56%
• Led as Squadron Booster Club President, while coordinating units first “Back to Basics” Wing Day event; solidifying military culture
• Orchestrated unit volunteer opportunity to feed over 6,000 local community members around Thanksgiving holiday
• Volunteered to feed, and distribute necessities to over 150 homeless veterans in San Antonio TX

Served as Wing Communication Security Manager

• Trained by National Security Agency as Key Management Infrastructure Operations Account Manager (KOAM)
• Managed 9 accounts while processing cryptographic key orders. Performed account and record audits for over 250 cryptographic items