United States Navy veteran with years of diversified experience in mechanics, customer service, finance and IT; formal training in Microsoft 10 & 11, completed an extensive fast paced DevOps (Security+, CEH, and Splunk Core User) Pathway training program to drive passion towards IT.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Windows System Administrator
Bowhead
01.2024 - Current
Software support includes, but not limited to Windows operating systems currently supported by Microsoft, Microsoft Office Suite, and various specialty engineering and scientific development tools.
Installation of new software releases, system upgrades, evaluation and installation of patches and to resolve software related issues and Information Assurance Vulnerabilities (IAVs).
Assist in preparation of monthly progress and status report.
Worked tickets/incident requests utilizing Service Now, PDQ and more.
Updated and created records for tracking as well as working with Active Directory.
NEN Analyst - IT Help Desk
Bowhead
04.2023 - 01.2024
Provided IT assistance and customer service utilizing Service Now
Managed distribution, security groups and NMCI user profiles proving updates to Active Directory and CADI
Monitored completion of process via HP Service Manager and NET
Monitored/Created/Deleted/ Transferred user accounts
Troubleshooted computer and network issues
Installed system updates to address vulnerabilities and reduce security issues.
Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
Worked with CADI to update/create/ and monitor Active Directory.
Created detailed records in order to track software, machine usage, etc.
Mentored 7 new employees, conducted training.
Navy Career Counselor Clerk
NRC Washington DC, USN
04.2020 - 10.2022
Active Duty Military Service
Kept detailed records for over 2,500 sailors, the largest Navy Reserve Center.
Subject matter expert within the Navy's Career Development Program, creating multiple Standard Operating Procedure Manuals ensuring a 100% training rate and increasing proficiency within the command.
Helped develop new strategies for sailors to make informed career decisions, resulting in a 95% retention rate, which was the highest retention rate for a Navy Career Counseling team.
Coached Military Members of all ranks one-on-one regarding employment goals, education, personal development and to include disciplinary actions when needed.
Organized and hosted the NRC Career Development Symposium, including power points, location management and special speakers.
Participated in group panels regarding training personnel on diversity related issues.
As a unit, participated in a United States military operation that was deemed exemplary and was Awarded the Armed Forces Medal.
Aviation Structural Mechanic
United States Navy, VR-53
07.2016 - 04.2020
Active Duty Military Service
120/12C - Collateral Duty Inspector & Work Center Supervisor
Awarded: Blue Jacket of the Quarter FY18
Awarded : Squadron Blue "M" Award FY19, due to my exceptional program management skills, leading to one of the highest scores to be achieved in the VR-53 community.
In less than 6ths was able to obtain Work Center Supervisor for Airframes and Corrosion Control.
Trained sailors on policy updates of FAA regulations and aviation services policies to team members to ensure proper understanding and compliance.
Created a Universal Training Manual for all members going on deployment, resulting in a significant decline on safety issues.
Helped create and manage Project Odyssey, a morale building program that used fun activities to build teamwork.
Program Manager for Hydraulic Contamination Control Program, during the 2019 CFLSW Maintenance Program Assessment received an over all grade of 88%, a new bench mark in the C-130T community.
Represented the Navy in 28 Color guard Details, to include Funeral Honors and Command Ceremonies.
Recorded inspection and maintenance actions using log books, computer terminals and other technical applications.
Program Manager for tool control in shop as well as implementing new protocols on ordering tools and shop integration for the entire command.
Performed daily flight line preflight and post-fight aircraft inspections of hydraulic systems and flight control surfaces
Education
Cybersecurity - DevOps Pathway
Intellectual Point
Sterling, VA
01.2023 - 03.2023
Legal Office Assistant - Legal Studies
Summit Career College
Anaheim, Ca
03.2011 - 2012.06
Additional Information
Active Secret Clearance
CompTia Security + Certification
EC Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Windows 10 & 11 Courses Completed & Compliant
ACAS Training Compliant
FINRA Securities Industry Essentials® (SIE®) Certification
SERE 0.2 Level A SERE Education and Training
Navy Operational Risk Management Course
Navy Administrative Office Operations Course
Aviation Maintenance Ratings - NAVENDTERA 14022
Volunteer
Oct 2020 - July 2023
USN Ombudsman Volunteer
Navy Operational Support Center Washington DC, Joint Base Andrews MD
Serves as Liaison between service members families and Commanding Officials, Tracking all correspondences
Provides 24/7 support to military families when needed
Organizes Family events, including "Christmas Story with Santa"
A Trained Mandated Reporter
Manages Ombudsman Facebook Page and Ombudsman Email : https://www.facebook.com/DCOMBUDSMAN
Sept 2013 - May 2016
USMC Family Readiness Support Assistant (FRA)
1st Battalion 1st Marines, Unites States Marine Corp, Camp Pendleton, CA
Served as a Liaison between service members families and Commanding Officials
Coordinated over 20 Family Social Events, to promote morale, when members were deployed.
Provided resources and emotional support to families during deployments and training operations.
Worked closely with the Commanding Officer, attending meetings and coming up with ideas to provide the best experience
Managed the Family Facebook Page
Completed Extensive training for Operational Security and PPI