Resume

1. Gabriel (Gabe) Merigian
1005 3rd
St NE Apt 110 | Washington, DC 20002 | 703-899-4538 | gmerigian02@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
Obtain and contribute to a challenging job which allows me to actively participate in the company’s
growth and success.
EDUCATION
Texas Christian University, B.S.
• Major: Political Science
• Minor: General Studies
Relevant Course Work: Emphasized studies in U.S foreign relations particularly with Middle Eastern
countries and China. Completed a semester abroad studying the fall of communism in Soviet
influenced countries such as Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Croatia.
EXPERIENCE
Cyber Networks Specialist, Non-Commissioned Officer May 2012 – Aug 2015
United States Marine Corps, Pentagon – Washington, DC
Provide support, and leadership, within the Cyber Networks IT Department within the Pentagon.
Supervised up to 10 other IT Specialist, civilian and military personnel. Recommended and executed
architectural improvements, design solutions, and coordinated the re-structuring of the Marine Corps
cyber networks on a global scale. Prepared and delivered briefings on complex IT Infrastructure
issues to a wide range of Military and civilian personnel. Briefings included senior Pentagon military
personnel, such as current Joint Chief General Joseph Dunford and Secretary of Defense James
Mattis.
• Ensured network, system and data availability, and integrity through preventative maintenance and
upgrades.
• Designed strategic plan for component development practices to support future projects
• Implemented company policies, technical procedures, and standards for preserving the integrity
and security of data, reports, and access.
• Granted Top Secret Security Clearance while working at the Pentagon
SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Proficient IT and Cyber professional with multiple IT certifications and training including CCNA
modules 1,2, and A+, A++ - Sec +, VMWare .
• Over 3 years of experience working in the highest levels of the IT and cyber community within the
D.O.D.
• Professional, personable, and outgoing, with the ability to easily communicate effectively with all
levels of an organization. Extremely strong ability to make lasting professional connections.
• Experienced in providing briefings and conveying
• Trained junior members of IT team regarding network security and troubleshooting of data circuits.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
• Member of Student Veterans of America
• American Legion Member
• Division 1 Football Athlete - TCU final 2017 National Ranking #9, Alamo Bowl Champions 2017