- Intentionally stepping away from my previous role to fully commit to advancing my expertise in AWS Cloud Computing, DevOps, and Automation to accelerate my transition into cloud engineering.- Enrolled in the AWS Cloud Institute, gaining hands-on experience with industry-leading technologies such as AWS, Python, Terraform, Docker, and Kubernetes, while working toward high-impact certifications including AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner and AWS Certified Developer – Associate.- Developing a strong foundation in cloud architecture, infrastructure as code, and Python scripting, along with deep dives into serverless computing, containerization, and CI/CD pipelines.- Building a portfolio of projects that demonstrate expertise in designing scalable, resilient cloud solutions, automation scripts, and real-world AWS applications.- Positioning myself to deliver immediate value in cloud engineering

Tier II Cybersecurity Tech Support- Provide operational support and maintenance for a wide range of cybersecurity tools, systems, applications, and sensors.- Lead efforts to integrate data feeds from multiple tools and databases, improving incident response efficiency and accuracy.- Implement, troubleshoot, and report on critical cybersecurity applications, including SIEM, SOAR, and EDR, to enhance CSOC capabilities.- Manage deployment efforts for the DISA Comply to Connect (C2C) program, ensuring seamless integration and compliance.- Spearhead cybersecurity initiatives to enforce zero-trust principles, mitigating cyber threats and securing network endpoints.- Collaborate with CIO Management to oversee project management, resource allocation, and spend plans for IT security initiatives.- Procure and manage IT security tools, leveraging emerging technologies and industry best practices to enhance security posture.- Optimize project workflows, reducing redundancies and improving timelines through effective project management.- Contribute to network and systems design to ensure comprehensive security policies and procedures are implemented.

Conduct real-time threat analysis through multiple situational awareness and management tools (ArcSight). •Reviewed/updated Cyber Security tactics, techniques and procedures and Standard Operating Procedures•Reviewed current intelligence for relevant threats and develop appropriate actions/response•Reviewed security threats and determine/implement effective countermeasures, as required. •Analyzed network or system changes/reconfigurations for security impacts. •Coordinated the gathering, analysis and preservation of evidence used in addressing security violations

Led 180 member workforce. Manages communications to include desktop support, information assurance/cybersecurity, network management and services which tie into the analytical nodes of the Air Force Intelligence System, enabling the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance organization to deliver critical information to U.S. and Coalition combat forces operating in hot spots around the world.As a strategic leader: Highly skilled in effective verbal and written communication skillsStrong presentation skills along with the ability to work in a highly collaborative and high paced environment

Served in key leadership position directing daily operations for the Senior Military Official for the country of Macedonia on behalf of the US Ambassador. • Facilitated multiple professional broadening exchanges between the US and Host Nation military officers. • Executed $720K annual budget to provide operation and maintenance of the US military personnel resources, to include IT equipment, vehicles, housing, and educational requirements for family members.• Managed Communications Security material which enabled secured communication between embassy and Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) Headquarters.

Led 120 personnel, provided management of daily operations of airfield systems, cable & antenna systems, desktop client systems, network operations security and sustainment of Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I). • Drove a $36M plan to consolidate the base communications facility. The project merged base C4I operations and centralized 120 personnel into one facility which enabled increased efficiencies in supporting operations.• Oversaw copper circuit verification project; validated 50K cable pairs in support of $36M building move; identified past inefficiencies and was able to save government an additional $75K in cost of updating to fiber.• Performed initial evaluations of security problems, conducted security training, reviews proposed configuration changes for impact on security posture, and documents and reports security vulnerabilities/incidents.

Led 43-person organization; managed $3.7M annual budget & deployment training actions for 250 personnel. Managed communications and IT infrastructure upgrade projects supporting 225 buildings/19K workforce. • Drove MacDill AFB network infrastructure project upgrades. Directly resulted in replacing seven backbone routers and positioned base for future VoIP/IPv6 capability.• Rebuilt Spectrum Operations program; Rewrote MacDill AFB policy and provided guidance to 28 liaisons. Eliminated 90% of previous infractions in less than 30 days. Program was used as regional model.

Led and managed 77-member flight through 365/24/7 operations. Managed $77M+ assets; supporting the Air Force sole continental US Standardized Tactical Entry Point delivering C4I operations support for two 4-star warfighting combatant command.• Propelled 10-man team thru 72-hr/$301K classifieds netgwork upgrade/move; eliminated End of Life sustainment issues and EMSEC violation. Ensured network was availability to base customers.• Steered flight through multiple agency inspections and unit compliance inspections. Responsible for 3 facilities operations under purview winning 3 AF-level awards and Defense Information Systems Agency Network Facility of the Year award.• Directed communications organization through Command Cyber Readiness Inspection preparation; Reviewed and ensured compliance w/458 Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIGs)/18 standard operations procedures. Team awarded outstanding rating. STIGs are the configuration standards for DOD Information Assurance and IA-enabled devices/systems. The STIGs contain technical guidance to "lock down" information systems/software that might otherwise be vulnerable to a malicious computer attack.

Led 13 and ensured systems security integrity of intelligence weapon system IT hardware platform. Directed initial hardware/software diagnosis, troubleshooting/resolution, and IT support for the organizations dynamic $750M weapon system. • In multifaceted manager role CI provided Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for 750+ users, to include trouble ticket and work order management, LAN/WAN administration as well as remote and on-site troubleshooting and installation of voice/data systems. Managed user accounts in both Active Directory and Directory Resource Administrator for everyday operations. • Steered organizations most visible IT shop; led 650 system security installs. Team ensured 99.8% network system up-time without any major outages to operations.• Logistical savvy…orchestrated IT refresh actions in deployed environment. Identified/transferred hardware from home station to forward operating location, saved deployed organization $13K in procurement cost.• Identified and reported security breaches, classified message incidents, distributed security information, and ensured anti-virus software on the Air Force domain. Coordinated suspected virus attacks to the network ops center.• Deployed, configured, and troubleshot computer hardware, network configurations, printers, Avaya phones and software. Performed first call resolution to resolve end user issues. Installed, configured and deployed IT equipment (desktops, laptops, printers and network peripherals), including diagnosing of hardware and software failures. Provided client service via telephone, email and face-to-face contact at quick response times. Ensuring that all hardware and software worked properly, assembling hardware and installing or deleting software. Tested new hardware to ensure it was working effectively. Worked with contractors, vendors and other Engineers on medium and large-scale network infrastructure projects.

Led planning, development, and implementation of cyber requirements to support the regional structure management of over 15K Cyber personnel. Oversaw development of regional-wide Air Force Network Operations (AFNetOps) job position training and certification in coordination with HQ USAF, the Air Combat Command (ACC) staff, and field units. • Created training curriculum/instructed Cyber professionals to certify for any network crew positions in regional areas throughout US military installations. • Wrote AF job qualification standard with 5-member team; overhauled client systems (desktop management) crew certification requirements fortifying training for over 54 bases worldwide.