"I am an Army veteran with a Top Secret/SCI (Secret Compartmented Information) clearance that worked in the 10th SFG (Special Forces Group) Military Intelligence (S2) SCIF (Secret Compartmented Information Facility) for 5 years 32 weeks. I have a Sec+, GSEC, GFACT, GISF and GCIH Certification. I am looking for remote, online work, or, at minimum, a paid internship position in Cyber Security (also online) until I am able to move to the United States. I am currently living in Indonesia due to my Indonesian wife whom I married and now have one child with and another on the way and am awaiting a spousal visa from the United States for her. The process time for the visa as of today is 20 months and I am trying to find a way to gain income until my wife's visa is approved before moving back to the United States. I am simply trying to avoid living separately from my family by working in the United States and having my pregnant wife and child live in Indonesia for 20 months.

I also want to emphasize that I have a passion and desire to pursue Cyber Security and IT since 2012. I am in the process of getting an undergraduate in Cyber Security which I will finish by the end of the year as a full time student, though I am very flexible with how much school I can do if I find work."

Resume:

PETER B
Greater Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia
Whatsapp: + (62) 812-7650-2401 | peteban3@hotmail.com


PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Information Technology Specialist and Army Veteran leveraging over 6 years of proven experience in maintaining, processing, and troubleshooting computer systems, web development, and networking. Adept at leading teams of 3 in a dynamic, fast - paced environment. Possess comprehensive knowledge in installation, Active Directory, configuration, repair, troubleshooting, vulnerability management, customer service, helpdesk, and network administration. Career supported by a vast amount of IT experience and Certifications. Active Top Secret SCI Security Clearance.

Information Assurance
Network Security
Team Leadership

Cisco Network
Cybersecurity
Communications Security

TCP / IP Configuration
Preventative Maintenance
Cloud Wireless Networks


CERTIFICATION

CompTIA Security+ CE: https://www.credly.com/badges/34b599a3-7341-4387-a456-e15d6945e38f/public_url
GIAC GFAC (Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies): [url=https://www.credly.com/badges/5a739769-4f05-4d62-a430-b7c4cf5d5c04/public_url][/url]https://www.credly.com/badges/5a739769-4f05-4d62-a430-b7c4cf5d5c04/public_url
GIAC GSIF (Information Security Fundamentals): [url=https://www.credly.com/badges/449fb77e-243a-46ac-95f3-f60dcb36ce31/public_url][/url]https://www.credly.com/badges/449fb77e-243a-46ac-95f3-f60dcb36ce31/public_url
GIAC GSEC (Security Essentials Certification): [url=https://www.credly.com/badges/848536ae-8cbb-4fc5-93cd-165c0a3c97cb/public_url][/url]https://www.credly.com/badges/848536ae-8cbb-4fc5-93cd-165c0a3c97cb/public_url
GIAC GCIH (Certified Incident Handler): https://www.credly.com/badges/52650b3d-33fe-446e-a7e0-e544c902b406/public_url

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Software:
Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, Google Docs

Enterprise Applications:
PeopleSoft, CRM

Operating Systems:
Linux, Mac, Windows Server 2008
Windows XP, 7, 8, 10 & 11

Programming:
Java; HTML; CSS; C++; Visual Basic; Python

Networking:
LAN, WAN, VPN, Wireless, Switches, Routers, Wi-Fi

Processes:
Change Management, Imaging, OSI Model, Active Directory


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Online SANS Cybersecurity Undergraduate 2023 Present
Finished GIAC GFAC, GSIF, GSEC certification for cyber security
Certificates that teach methods of cyber security through incident handling and penetration testing of company's virtual assets

United States Army Various Locations 2017 2022
Information Technology Specialist
Maintained and administered computer networks and related computing environments including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations
Installed, operated, and performed maintenance on manual and automated telecommunications equipment that provided tools for 10th SFG(A) Intelligence Network in a TOP SECRET SCIF
Diagnosed, troubleshot, and resolved hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replaced defective components
Designed and implemented and managed approximately 1,200 user network accounts that defined and assigned users to 3 levels of access that hardened a Top Secret Share Drive preventing users from accidently or maliciously restricting access to other users
Utilized various protocols and topologies, including local area networks and wide area networks ensuring smooth communication
Performed network troubleshooting and problem diagnoses resulting in an increase from 2 workstations to 23 workstations over a period of 18 months.
Troubleshot and submitted over 100 error-free trouble tickets for $1M+ worth of communication equipment
Responded to support questions daily ensuring 100% customer satisfaction

PETER B | PG. 2

Web Developer 2015 2017
Self Employed
Created custom websites for customers that either wanted new websites made or reinvigorated older websites that needed newer marketing.

EDUCATION

98 Credits toward a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and Cybersecurity

Specialized Military Training:
Leadership Course |Information Technology Specialist Course

NOTABLE AWARDS

Army Commendation Medal | National Defense Service Medal

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Software: Microsoft Office Suite 365
Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows / Linux

I just separated from the Army with similar set of experience and certifications in January. I thought I could get a remote online job and was mistaken. There fewer jobs than last year, and remote work opportunities are even harder to find. I was very lucky to get a job here at A&M in College Station working where my military experience is relevant, but that was my only offer of three interviews and ~ 200 job applications.

If your son is looking to leverage his clearance (which it seems like he is because you highlighted it), then he is best off giving up on remote work, seeing where the cleared IT administrator opportunities are and applying to jobs in those places. The market is just not the same as it was one or two years ago, where remote opportunities were in abundance.

BreakLine is a hiring firm that helps veterans and minorities get jobs in tech. I was accepted in their program, and they work hard to help their clients find a job, but almost all the opportunities were in California or DC and I was not willing to move to those places.

I wish I had better news. Good luck to your son.

Can help if he would be willing to relocate to San Antonio after the visa issues are resolved.

Also, a tech guy should be smarter than putting his personal email and Whatsapp on an open forum on the Internet.

It's not a problem lol.

He has a clearance, easiest route is government work. There are some private cyber companies with hybrid jobs that also require a clearance to work periodically in government facilities. However, unlikely they would move a resume forward while applicant is residing overseas.

Will add that he should definitely work on his resume. Some of it reads like answers to a quiz asking to list things IT related.

For instance, just say "networking experience," no need to list routers, switches, etc.

I agree with your assessment on the resume.

It doesn't do a good job of expressing either his skill level or experience. It is definitely understated.

If you are willing to email me at peteban3@hotmail.com with some more information I would be more than willing to consider your offer.

I agree with you so I believe I need to communicate the expectations of this post. I am not looking for a clearance or defense occupation at this time as it would be impossible. I am looking for an IT job that can pay as little as $3000 per month until my wife is able to move to the US. Having a clearance is mostly to indicate that I am individual that can be trusted with IP, PII, and other sensitive information. I can work for much, much less then others with similar experience since the cost of living in Indonesia is incredibly affordable.

I also will attest that Malfusion is my son Peter B. And that he lives in Indonesia with his wife and my 4th very precious and precocious granddaughter.

I have been posting on Texags for nearly 30 years now. The point being he is not a North Korean scammer. LOL

Furthermore, though I may be accused of having the bias of a dad, I kind of know Pete pretty well, and there are few things about him that kind of set him apart from your normal nerd IT guy.

His ability to work and perform under pressure is elite, He rises to the occasion, keeps his cool and performs. He has always been that way whether it be on the football field or on the battle field of cyber space. His Army commendation awards pretty much are for that. He is problem solver and has different sort of mind then my other three kids, that's for sure.

Seems like he has a skill set that could be used on Upwork/fiverr to bring in some freelance income during the search.