Professional Experience
Current Focus: UTSA Student - Full Time
August 2023 - Present
- Pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in Cyber Security.
- Expanding knowledge in Business Management and Program Management.
- Earned Program Management Professional Certification.
- Participating in various cybersecurity projects and competitions.
- Earned PMI Project Management Professional Certification
- Earned CompTIA Security+ Certification.
- Expected Graduation: Fall 2026.
Senior Enlisted Advisor - 3d LAAD, Camp Pendleton, California
July 2021 - July 2023
- Managed and enforced compliance with key organizational directives for a unit of over 80 personnel.
- Provided leadership, mentorship, and strategic guidance to enhance operational readiness.
- Oversaw training programs, personnel development, and transistional initiatives.
- Facilitated communication between command and enlisted personnel to ensure mission success.
- Coordinated logistics and resource allocation for training exercises and deployments.
Senior Enlisted Advisor - 3rd Battalion 3rd Marines, Hawaii
February 2020 - June 2021
- Maintained unit efficiency and operational effectiveness for a team of 180 Marines.
- Advised command on matters of personnel welfare, discipline, and morale.
- Oversaw contracts, budgets, and facility maintenance ensuring optimal resource utilization.
Company Operations Chief - 3rd Battalion 3rd Marines, Hawaii
July 2018 - February 2020
- Managed planning, training, and tactical deployment of 24 infantry weapons systems.
- Coordinated the logistical preparation and movement of 124 personnel and associated equipment.
- Ensured mission readiness through rigorous training schedules and equipment maintenance.
Officer Instructor - NROTC, Purdue University, Indiana
September 2015 - July 2018
- Developed over 200 future Naval Officers mentally, morally, and physically through comprehensive instruction.
- Mentored and guided midshipmen, contributing to the commissioning of over 30 college graduates as Navy and Marine officers.
- Taught courses on leadership, ethics, and military history.
Section Leader - 2nd Battalion 4th Marines, Camp Pendleton, California
June 2014 - September 2015
- Led and supervised over 25 personnel in establishing and operating unit command and control.
- Integrated and synchronized all indirect fire weapons systems during deployments to South Korea and Okinawa, Japan.
Heavy Machine Gun Instructor - ATC, Camp Pendleton, California
February 2014 - June 2014
- Delivered expert advice, guidance, and direction to over 15 Afghan counterparts.
- Instructed on machine gun employment, principles, and techniques for engaging and neutralizing enemy targets.
Platoon Sergeant - 2nd Battalion 4th Marines, Camp Pendleton, California
October 2012 - April 2014
- Led, mentored, and provided guidance to over 30 personnel during deployments in Australia and Okinawa, Japan.
- Responsible for the welfare, training, and combat readiness of the platoon.
Drill Instructor - RTR, 3rd Battalion, Parris Island, South Carolina
April 2009 - October 2012
- Transformed over 300 civilians into United States Marines through rigorous daily military instruction and persistent physical training.
- Instilled core values, discipline, and esprit de corps in recruits.
Training NCO - 2nd MarRegt, HQ Co, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina
February 2006 - February 2008
- Prepared the Unit for specific missions by coordinating training and logistical requirements.
- Facilitated communication between outside agencies and the unit.
- Assisted in the personal and professional development of Marines and Sailors within the unit.
Squad Leader - 3rd Battalion 2nd Marines, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina
March 2004 - January 2006
- Led a team of 4 personnel during a deployment to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
- Conducted numerous counter-battery missions, both day and night, successfully defending friendly positions.
