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Zachary Skaer

Grand Forks,ND

Summary

U.S. Airforce veteran with over 6 years of experience in network installation, maintenance and security. Experienced in leading small teams between 4 to 6 members, highly adaptable and flexible, and adept at picking up new skills quickly. holding an active Top Secret clearance with extensive knowledge and familiarity with cryptographic equipment and communications security.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cyber Defense Operations Journeyman

United States Air Force
05.2017 - Current

Monitors and reviews day-to-day network traffic as part of a regular auditing procedure ensuring security policies are complied with and network security protocols are functioning as intended


Conducts routine firewall configuration and management


Deploys vetted software updates and patches for maintaining a reduced attack surface area


Implements and configures end point cryptographic devices, managing and coordinating key management with remote clients

RQ-4B Network Systems Technician

United States Air Force
05.2019 - 02.2026

Performed regular and irregular troubleshooting on network infrastructure and client systems


Coordinated and implemented network hardware upgrades including the installation of new equipment to the network for increased capability


Lead a team of 5 junior technicians for on the job training and mentorship, ensuring 100% training compliance and understanding of the network


Maintains a comprehensive and up to date network diagram to aid with troubleshooting user issues and network outages in a timely manner

Education

High School Diploma -

A+ Academy
Dallas, TX
03-2017

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Verbal communication

Certification

  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA Linux+

Timeline

RQ-4B Network Systems Technician

United States Air Force
05.2019 - 02.2026

Cyber Defense Operations Journeyman

United States Air Force
05.2017 - Current

High School Diploma -

A+ Academy
Zachary Skaer