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Tyler N. Cummings

6709 Cherryfield Rd Ft. Washington,MD

Summary

U.S. Air Force veteran with 10 years of active duty service leading high-tempo, mission-critical operations in the U.S. and overseas. Trusted to safeguard Air Force One, presidential assets, senior officials, and foreign dignitaries while serving in the national capital region. Proven leader with experience overseeing armory operations, logistics coordination, resource accountability, risk management, and background screening operations involving tens of thousands of personnel. Recognized for operational excellence, crisis management, attention to detail, and maintaining safety, compliance, and mission readiness in high-consequence environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Aircraft Armament Systems Specialist

United States Air Force Reserve Command
07.2026 - Current

Aircraft Armament Journeyman- specializing in the AC-130J airframe; performing maintenance and inspections of aircraft armament systems to ensure operational readiness.

Visitor Control Center Clerk

United States Air Force
06.2023 - 07.2026

Provided security and operational support for POTUS, VPOTUS, senior officials, and 40,000+ personnel across 50 units. Protected 20 Special Air Mission aircraft, including Air Force One, and $6.9 billion in critical resources. Managed flight line, installation access, special events, and distinguished visitor operations while completing 65,000+ background checks and processing 7,800+ access credentials.

Armorer NCO

United States Air Force
01.2023 - 05.2023

Oversaw operations of the largest 24-hour armory in the national capital region, providing arms for two wings with a personnel strength exceeding 1,000. Coordinated efforts to equip 150 members for global joint service deployments. Led initiatives to enhance inventory management, resulting in over $45,000 savings in maintenance costs.

Area Supervisor

United States Air Force
01.2021 - 12.2022

Performed exclusive security and law enforcement duties in direct support of POTUS, Air Force One, and other critical support assets. Simultaneously providing overwatch and close bound security of essential equipment and resources for the safe travel of VPOTUS, foreign dignitaries, and cabinet members.

Response Force Leader

United States Air Force
08.2019 - 12.2020

Executed security and law enforcement procedures to support installation threat deterrence and visiting protection, providing direct and indirect support for POTUS, VPOTUS, and other distinguished visitors.

Response Force Leader/ Alarm SYS Operator (TASS)

United States Air Force
07.2018 - 07.2019

Supported security operations by safeguarding assets at levels 1-3. Assisted in joint exercises with host nation to enhance communication and team cohesion for the protection of U.S. and South Korean assets and personnel. Monitored alarm systems and dispatched teams in response to potential breaches.

Response Force Member

United States Air Force
01.2017 - 06.2018

Installation Entry Controller & Flight line Internal Security Response; 412th SFS- Performed aircraft security, law enforcement duties, and safeguarding protection level 1 through 3 assets vital to national security.

Basic Trainee/ Student

United States Air Force
06.2016 - 12.2016

Completed basic military training and technical training at the Security Forces Academy.

Education

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Aviation

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

BBA - Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Florida International University
Miami, FL
05.2028

No Degree -

Airman Leadership School
Andrews Air Force Base, MD
08.2022

High School Diploma -

Brandon High School
Brandon, MS
05.2016

Skills

  • Operational management
  • Aviation Ground Support
  • Armament Systems Management
  • Force Protection
  • Resource management
  • Crisis management
  • Asset management
  • Safety and Procedures Compliance
  • Interdepartmental Collaboration
  • Process Improvement
  • Cross Organizational Coordination
  • Team leadership

Timeline

Aircraft Armament Systems Specialist

United States Air Force Reserve Command
07.2026 - Current

Visitor Control Center Clerk

United States Air Force
06.2023 - 07.2026

Armorer NCO

United States Air Force
01.2023 - 05.2023

Area Supervisor

United States Air Force
01.2021 - 12.2022

Response Force Leader

United States Air Force
08.2019 - 12.2020

Response Force Leader/ Alarm SYS Operator (TASS)

United States Air Force
07.2018 - 07.2019

Response Force Member

United States Air Force
01.2017 - 06.2018

Basic Trainee/ Student

United States Air Force
06.2016 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Science - Aviation

Liberty University

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of The Air Force

BBA - Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Florida International University

No Degree -

Airman Leadership School

High School Diploma -

Brandon High School