Tristan Wright
Fort Riley North
Summary
Signal Officer in the U.S. Army with a proven track record of leading tactical and garrison network operations in high-stakes environments. Since 2020, I’ve advised senior leaders on mission-critical communication systems while managing over $10M in IT infrastructure and leading cross-functional teams through complex field exercises and real-world deployments. During a 9-month deployment to Kuwait and Iraq in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, I established and sustained uninterrupted network connectivity for 287+ users—building communications infrastructure from the ground up in a non-contested theater. I hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Communication from Michigan State University and bring a strong foundation in IT project management, hardware support, and operational leadership.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Battalion S6 Officer-in-Charge (OIC) / 1-16 Infantry, 1ABCT, 1ID
US Army
Fort Riley
03.2025 - Current
- Served as the principal communications and network operations advisor to the Battalion Commander and staff, overseeing all tactical and garrison signal support for a 509-soldier infantry unit.
- Spearheaded comprehensive maintenance programs for 1,000+ tactical radio systems, ensuring maximum mission readiness and operational efficiency.
Signal Captains Career Course Student
US Army
Fort Eisenhower
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Studied diverse tactical and strategic signal systems, including satellite communications, radio frequency operations, and secure voice/data networks.
- developed comprehensive understanding of network architectures, protocols (TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP), and security best practices for robust military communication networks.
- Applied historical lessons to current operational planning, informing decisions on communication network design, tactical deployments, and risk mitigation.
Battalion S6 Officer-in-Charge (OIC) | 210th Brigade Support Battalion, 2BCT, 10th Mountain Division
US Army
Fort Drum
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Served as the principal communications and network operations advisor to the Battalion Commander and staff, overseeing all tactical and garrison signal support for a 595-person sustainment unit.
- Led and developed a cross-functional team of NCOs and soldiers, maintaining accountability and operational readiness of over $2.4 million in mission-critical communications systems.
- Deployed for 9 months to Kuwait and Iraq in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. Led the establishment of a Main Command Post (MCP) in Erbil, Iraq with no prior unit presence—requiring independent coordination with joint, coalition, and host-nation entities to build out full communications infrastructure (NIPR/SIPR/voice/satcom) from the ground up.
- Enabled mission continuity by integrating SATCOM capabilities for tactical communications and early warning systems in support of base defense and sustainment operations.
Signal Platoon Leader | C Co, 41st Brigade Engineer Battalion, 2BCT, 10th Mountain Division
US Army
Fort Drum
11.2020 - 04.2022
- Led an 18-soldier tactical signal platoon, supporting brigade and battalion mission command operations across distributed environments.
- Managed critical equipment modernization tasks including the harvest, turn-in, and upgrade of Tactical Communications Node-Light (TCN-L) and Satellite Network Extension (SNE) assets.
- Accountable for over $8 million in Satellite, radio, and network equipment, ensuring 100% inventory accuracy, maintenance readiness, and operational availability throughout modernization upgrades.
Resident Assistant
Michigan State University
East Lansing
09.2017 - 03.2020
- Served as a live-in leader and mentor for a diverse community of 60+ undergraduate residents, fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive living environment across multiple academic years.
- Planned and facilitated over 40 educational, cultural, and wellness-focused programs aligned with student development goals and university values.
- Acted as the first point of contact for conflict resolution, crisis management, and policy enforcement; collaborated with university staff to respond to emergencies and support mental health resources.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Communication, General
Michigan State University
East Lansing05.2020
Skills
- Risk mitigation
- Network operations
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Interpersonal Communication
- IT Project & Program Management
Certification
Security+
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Battalion S6 Officer-in-Charge (OIC) / 1-16 Infantry, 1ABCT, 1ID
US Army
03.2025 - Current
Signal Captains Career Course Student
US Army
09.2024 - 02.2025
Battalion S6 Officer-in-Charge (OIC) | 210th Brigade Support Battalion, 2BCT, 10th Mountain Division
US Army
08.2022 - 09.2024
Signal Platoon Leader | C Co, 41st Brigade Engineer Battalion, 2BCT, 10th Mountain Division
US Army
11.2020 - 04.2022
Resident Assistant
Michigan State University
09.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor's degree - Communication, General
Michigan State University
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