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Charleston, South Carolina, United States

• Monitors and analyzes security alerts and operational data across multiple data centers, utilizing incident response procedures to address potential cybersecurity risks, incidents, and operational issues.• Worked closely with IT and operations teams to coordinate responses to security events, escalating incidents as necessary and documenting actions taken for incident tracking and compliance.• Operated and maintained control room systems in line with security policies, identifying opportunities to improve both system performance and security controls.• Generated detailed reports for management and participated in training exercises, with hands-on experience in network security technologies (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Meraki, Azure) and routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, BGP) to support secure and efficient network operations.

Baku, Contiguous Azerbaijan, Azerbaijan

• Assisted the Consular Chief in various responsibilities within the American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit, Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Unit, and Fraud Prevention Unit (FPU).• Provided consular services to U.S. citizens, ensuring their needs and inquiries were promptly addressed.• Conducted non-adjudicatory visa processing efficiently and accurately, contributing to the visa application process.• Participated in investigation and validation studies, aiding in the improvement of consular operations.• Managed correspondence with diverse stakeholders, including the public, attorneys, U.S. and host governments, Congress, and other entities.

Flight Sergeant• Dynamic Leadership: Led and managed a disciplined team, optimizing daily operations and mission execution.• Tactical Expertise: Orchestrated effective responses to threats, leveraging extensive security knowledge and tactical proficiency.• Training and Mentorship: Cultivated a highly skilled unit through comprehensive combat training and crisis management mentoring.• Collaborative Coordination: Worked seamlessly with units and agencies to ensure unified security efforts for critical assets.Armory Operations Manager• Front-Line Supervisor – groomed & mentored personnel, managed their daily shifts & training for 16 personnel• Key Leader / Instructor – Trained personnel in laws, daily equipment, policies, procedures, & strategies• Attention to Detail – Performed routine Maintenance on all weapons & ensured all functioned properly as well as conducted monthly inspections on ammunition for any possible damageDispatcher/Alarm Monitor• Detailed Orientated at Record Keeping - Entered, transcribed, recorded, stored, & maintained information in written or electronic form• Cool Under Pressure - Dispatched Response teams to security incidents and directed police responses as required• Problem Sensitivity - Monitored CCTV’s and Alarm Activations to prevent unauthorized access into establishmentsPatrolman/ Flight Line Security• Critical Thinker - Responded to traffic accidents, domestic disputes, and Sexual Assaults• Seek to Understand – patient listener, Used De-Escalation techniques in life threatening situations • Public Safety & Security - Fortified and protected assets vital to national security• Compliance Enforcer - Enforced State and Federal laws, corrected and issued citations to offenders

Bachelor'S Degree, Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity And Networking

Criminal Justice/Police Science

Criminal Justice/Police Science