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Demontre Hunter

Cyber Security Analyst
Suffolk,VA

Summary

Innovative, forward thinking section leader for Numerous years. Hands-on, successful Network Engineer with experience of success leading teams in delivering appropriate technology solutions for desktop and mobile products. Comprehensive knowledge of platform development, cloud services, and web-based applications. Innovative change agent with a unique mix of high-level technology direction and some technical expertise. Information Security Specialist with passion for aligning security architecture plans and processes with security standards and business goals. Extensive experience developing and testing security framework for cloud-based software. Versed in robust network defense strategies. Years of basic network knowledge and customer service administrative responsibilities. Particularly adept with remedy, Microsoft Office, Adobe acrobat reader, Illumio, and military systems and networks for Numerous years. Hands-on, successful Network Engineer with experience of success leading teams in delivering appropriate technology solutions for desktop and mobile products. Comprehensive knowledge of platform development, cloud services, and web-based applications. Innovative change agent with a unique mix of high-level technology direction and some technical expertise. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level or mid level cyber security analyst position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Extensive experience developing and testing security framework for cloud-based software. Versed in robust network defense strategies. Years of basic network knowledge and customer service administrative responsibilities. Particularly adept with remedy, ServiceNow, Microsoft Office, Adobe acrobat reader,Illumio, and military routers, switches, systems and networks.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Systems Administrator

CWS
Hampton, VA
8 2023 - 10.2024
  • Investigated issues and provided technology-based solutions.
  • Provided guidance to lower level network administration staff.
  • Managed access control lists for internal and external access controls to keep areas secure.
  • Performed analysis, evaluation and maintenance of network systems.
  • Recommended development of plans for systems development and operations.
  • Monitored system performance and responded to alerts.
  • Verified continuity of 3 computer and telephone system services for users.
  • Authored documentation for system configuration and troubleshooting.
  • Assisted IT staff on troubleshooting issues and closing calls.
  • Ensured optimal server uptime, monitoring system health and performing routine maintenance.
  • Resolved and/or escalated approximately 40 help desk tickets daily & promptly, providing high-quality support to end users experiencing technical issues.
  • Configured and tested Windows Server operating systems with roles features.
  • Spearheaded inventory control measures to replenish and maintain IT equipment.

IT Technician

Apex Systems
Norfolk, VA
02.2023 - 08.2023

Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.

  • Responded to approximately 30 support requests daily from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Maintained over 100 office PCs, networks and mobile devices.
  • Managed system-wide operating system and software deployments as well as related software upgrade problems.
  • Established, repaired and optimized networks by installing wiring, cabling and devices.
  • Monitored server room, wireless network and other server infrastructure, keeping systems running smoothly.
  • Corrected connectivity faults to restore user access to local networks, cloud-based storage and public web.
  • Configured systems according to prescribed software and hardware frameworks.
  • Monitored systems in operation and quickly troubleshot errors.
  • Set up PCs, projectors and microphones for use in video conferencing rooms.

Data Analyst

Engineering Services Network, INC
12.2022 - 02.2023
  • Identified and documented detailed business rules and use cases based on requirements analysis.
  • Researched and resolved issues regarding integrity of data flow into databases.
  • Developed required policies and procedures that reflected actual goals, tasks and workflows, while meeting all regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Upheld security and confidentiality of documents and data within area of responsibility.
  • Tested 2 data prediction algorithms based on historical data.
  • Utilized data visualization tools to effectively communicate business insights.
  • Implemented 10 code solutions to answer analytic questions and test and assess new methods.
  • Created 20 Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting information to stakeholders for concise explanations of best placement for needed resources.
  • Used statistical methods to analyze data and generate useful business reports.
  • Developed tables, views and materialized views using SQL.
  • Synthesized complex analytics-derived insights into easy-to-understand, actionable recommendations for business users.
  • Collaborated with business-unit leaders to identify and prioritize problems.
  • Worked with business intelligence software and various reports to glean insights into trends and prospects.
  • Identified, analyzed and interpreted trends or patterns in complex data sets.
  • Extracted and interpreted data patterns to translate findings into actionable outcomes.
  • Documented project constraints business impacts and risks, noting potential impact to organization.
  • Analyzed transactions to build logical business intelligence model for real-time reporting needs.
  • Developed short-term goals and long-term strategic plans to improve risk control and mitigation.
  • Reviewed contracts and agreements to identify potential risks and ideal mitigation strategies.
  • Worked with new providers to place and appropriately cost RMF plans.
  • Verified certificates of insurance for accuracy and conformance with internal risk management policies and coordinated issuance to individuals and entities.
  • Arranged risk management team meeting by preparing materials, updating calendars and setting up conference spaces.
  • Advised senior managers on policy strategies for reducing liability and preventing losses.
  • Kept operations in line with government regulations by carefully checking documentation.
  • Assisted with minimizing risk exposure by reviewing claim validity and viability against coverage standards.
  • Promoted enterprise-level risk management practices and helped instill strong culture focused on protective policies and procedures.

Cybersecurity Analyst

Elevance Health
04.2022 - 11.2022
  • Designed 15 company-wide policies to bring operations in line with Center for Internet Security (CIS) standards.
  • Developed and maintained 5 incident response protocols to mitigate damage and liability during security breaches.
  • Authored security incident reports, highlighting breaches, vulnerabilities and remedial measures.
  • Directed in-house cyber security auditing program to detect flaws and weaknesses in Illumio.
  • Collaborated with third-party payment card industry (PCI) compliance partners.
  • Researched and developed new computer forensic tools.
  • Engineered, maintained and repaired security systems and programmable logic controls.
  • Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
  • Monitored use of data files and regulated access to protect secure information.
  • Writing Event and Alert rules.
  • Creating custom APIs for legacy components to communicate with ServiceNow.
  • Supporting development activities including troubleshooting and resolving issues in dev, test, and production environment.
  • Build and implement necessary tooling for automation of system monitoring, configuration, and alerting.
  • Proven ability to dive into complex technical challenges and provide team with pragmatic ways to resolve them.

Network

United States Marine Corps
10.2017 - 10.2021
  • Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs
  • Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss procedures with violators to ensure violations are not repeated
  • Monitor use of data files and regulate access to safeguard information in computer files
  • Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems
  • Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers
  • Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status
  • Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes
  • Train users and promote security awareness to ensure system security and to improve server and network efficiency
  • Coordinate implementation of computer system plan with establishment personnel and outside vendors
  • Plan and install upgrades of database management system software to enhance database performance
  • Provide technical support to junior staff or clients
  • Set up database clusters, backup, or recovery processes
  • Keep abreast of developments in field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences
  • Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues
  • Maintain computer equipment used in instruction
  • Perform administrative duties such as serving as department head.
  • Installed system-wide hardware components, confirming interoperation and compatibility with Linux-based software distros.
  • Created and serviced administrator and user accounts on Linux-based systems, managing 2 deployments.
  • Designed disaster recovery systems, enabling continuity in event of power outages.
  • Configured and maintained web servers with numerous end users.
  • Performed software installations and OS upgrades to support layered software packages.
  • Provided technical interpretation regarding network, software, configuration and architecture oversight.
  • Configured and tested Windows Server operating systems with roles features.
  • Tested software remotely and onsite for server sets to maintain operational readiness.
  • Supported day-to-day operations, monitoring and resolving client/server and storage issues.
  • Oversaw IT activities to laptops, tablets and PDAs for corporate users.
  • Delivered Tier 2 and Tier 3 support for problem identification, diagnosis and issue resolution.
  • Maintained current software licenses for computers and mobile devices.
  • Spearheaded inventory control measures to replenish and maintain IT equipment.
  • Performed software installations and upgrades to UNIX or Windows operating systems.
  • Deployed and monitor numerous firewalls (NGFW, proxy, packet filtering) while on deployment and in field.
  • Used Active Directory to assist and monitor user end devices and accounts across entire battalion.
  • Provided network support and performed troubleshooting to resolve various WAN/LAN connectivity issues.
  • Installed and maintained data and voice circuits through routers, switches and WAN devices.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Linux, virtual platforms and cloud connectivity.
  • Performed day-to-day LAN and WAN administration, maintenance and support.
  • Configured networks for smooth, reliable operation to meet business processes and objectives.
  • Provided input on hardware and software purchasing, prioritizing return on investment to optimize IT spending.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts and generated reports for company database using Office 365.
  • Compared vendor prices and negotiated for optimal savings using Microsoft Excel.
  • Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for new administrators using Microsoft Outlook.
  • Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production using Microsoft Powerpoint.

Education

High School Diploma - basic

Churchland High School
Portsmouth, VA
09.2014 - 06.2017

Skills

Network monitoring

Installation of network components

Premise wiring

Routing/switching configuratiom

Data security

Implementing security programs

PCI Compliance

Critical thinking skills

Deductive reasoning skills

Incident Response Management

Network systems installation

Network repairs and maintenance

Hardware and software monitoring

Network security oversight

System upgrades

Hardware knowledge

Maintenance and Repair

Teamwork and Collaboration

Desktop support

Data recovery

Organization and Time Management

Flexible and Adaptable

Self-Motivated

Certification

Comptia Security+

03-2022

Comptia A+

09-2024

Hobbies

Avid Reader

Sports (mainly basketball and football)

Video games

Working out


Additional Information

I've also worked with Linux routers/switches, Active Directory, group policy, and domain controllers while doing my military service.

Timeline

Comptia A+

09-2024

IT Technician

Apex Systems
02.2023 - 08.2023

Data Analyst

Engineering Services Network, INC
12.2022 - 02.2023

Cybersecurity Analyst

Elevance Health
04.2022 - 11.2022

Comptia Security+

03-2022

Network

United States Marine Corps
10.2017 - 10.2021

High School Diploma - basic

Churchland High School
09.2014 - 06.2017

Systems Administrator

CWS
8 2023 - 10.2024
Demontre HunterCyber Security Analyst