Experienced Information Technology Specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology and services industry. Skilled in Network Administration, SQL, Network Security, and Linux.
I have served as a Technical Lead, providing guidance and support to multiple sales teams. Trusted as an advisor by CTOs, CISOs, IT Directors, and network engineers, I have strategically collaborated with sales representatives to ensure successful deal closures. Additionally, I have taken charge of training sales reps, partners, and SEs, equipping them with necessary product knowledge and sales expertise.
My responsibilities have also encompassed competitor research and training. Moreover, I co-founded a new satellite office in Tampa. During my tenure, I have contributed to significant milestones, with the Tampa office closing nearly 7m within it's first two quarters. I am continuously supporting and empowering between 15-25 account executives.
Trusted technical advisor for CTOs, CISOs, and Senior Network Engineers. Engages with sales managers to understand current deal and next steps. Leverage technical knowledge to overcome customer barriers and concerns. Influence product direction with unique understanding of customer needs. Collaborates with support to accelerate product improvement. Works with PM/Ops team members in the execution of designed security solutions. Prepares project documentation (floorplans, scope of work, assumptions, etc.)
Working as an adjunct instructor teaching Cyber Security skills to students working to enter
the field. Currently teaching intro level courses where students follow along with lectures and
labs using virtual machines to learn the basics of a broad range of subjects including: Windows Server, Linux, Networking, Python, and launching cyberattacks. Curriculum focused around skill building and preparing students to obtain certifications from the following vendors: LPIC, CompTIA, Cisco, (ISC)², and Amazon.
Network Engineer supporting the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) - Information Technology (IT) program. The Army Corps of Engineers - Information Technology (ACE-IT) provides secure enterprise-wide IT and information management support services to more than 40,000 USACE end users located throughout the Continental U.S. (CONUS) and outside the Continental U.S. (OCONUS).
