Dave Roy Ford Jr is a Computer Network and Systems Administrator with over 10 years of experience in the United States Marine Corps. He has a Secret security clearance and various IT certifications including Cisco CCNA, Security+, and Network+. His experience includes managing networks, systems, and user support for organizations with thousands of users. He is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Information Technology and Network Security from the University of Maryland University College.

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Dave Roy Ford Jr
16520 SW 137th Ave
Mami, FL 33177
Email Address: daveroyford@gmail.com
Security Clearance – Expiration May 2019
IAM Category: I
IAT Category: II
WORK EXPERIENCE
OCTOBER 2012 – PRESENT; COMPUTER NETWORK AND SMALL SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR |
USMC - 3D MARINE EXPEDITIONARY BRIGADE | OKINAWA, JAPAN
SUPERVISOR: MAY CONTACT; TRAVIS WILLIAMS DSN 622-6699, COMMUNICATION OPERATIONS
CHIEF
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS | 40 HOURS PER WEEK; ACTIVE DUTY
Primary Roles: Responsible for the managing and troubleshooting a small business size local area network,
ensuring minimal down time and strict adherence to the organization's information management policies. Provided
technical expertise to the organization's subsidiaries in regards classified and unclassified switch, router, and
TACLANE configurations.Support and provide guidance to the staff on office or technical applications use,
information assurance policies, and customer service levels.
· Department of Defense (DoD) 8570.01-M IAM Level I/IAT Level II compliant (SEC+CE) and maintains an
active/current Secret DoD (US) security clearance.
· Provided group and individual training to othercustomer support specialists on technical issues and customer
support technologies.
· Resolved technical issues with Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), and othersystems.
· Provided direct IT support for 4800 users on classified and unclassified enclaves of the Marine Corps Enterprise
Networks (MCEN) and within the Marine Corps Installations Pacific (MCIPAC) Area of Responsibility (AOR).
· Technology (IT) support for over 4800 users across the Marine Corps Installations Pacific AOR.
· Provided technical assistance and support forincoming queries and issues related to computer systems,software,
and hardware.
· Managed over 1000 user submitted incident tickets within Marine Corps Enterprise Networks (MCEN) Remedy
tool, ensuring appropriate attention was given and the right resolution occurred..
· Utilized remote desktop assistance to troubleshoot end userissues ranging from basic hardware configuration to
in-depth networking issues.
· Managed accounts,network access controls rights 3 enclaves for more than 300 users directly resulting in the
success ofthe organization’s objectives with zero interruption in a dynamic and challenging environment.
· Provided technical guidance and expertise as a network administrator subject matter expert (SME) in effort to
remediate any found vulnerabilities on and optimize the local area networks resulting in a more secure and greater
performance.

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· Installed, managed and maintain all information technology assets and applications in support of the organizations
requirements to include but not limited Microsoft SharePoint, Exchange Server, and Operating Systems.
· Configured, installed, and maintained Cisco based network hardware including 20 layer three switches,6 routers,
and 3 General Dynamic TACLANES in support of 9 training activities and 3 real world Humanitarian Assistance
and Disaster Relief (HA/DR) missions that directly resulted in success on the organization’s mission.
AUGUST 2009 – OCTOBER 2012;COMPUTER NETWORK AND SYSTEM MANAGER | USMC – 2D
BATTALION 9TH MARINES | CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA
SUPERVISORS: MAY CONTACT; CAPT LAWRENCE P. ANDRUS (703) 784-6363
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS | 40 HOURS PER WEEK; ACTIVE DUTY
Primary Roles: Lead, manage, and mentor a network administration (NETADMIN), systemadministration
(SYSADMIN) and systems control (SYSCON) team. Build, configure, and secure local area networks (LAN) for
use at forward operating bases located in [country] in support of [organization].
· Maintained end user, network infrastructure, and systemequipment (hardware and software) in accordance with
best practices, regional policy, and DoD guidelines so that users could access NIPR and SIPR network resources in
fast pace austere environment.
· Managed a team of 7 that provided technical support to assist customers with onsite first level support (Tier 1) and
second level support (Tier 2) for problem reporting, tracking, and resolution for end users.
· Supervised a team that provided overall computing environment support,network monitoring, systemanalysis,
troubleshooting,problem solving, and operation and maintenance of the deployed unclassified and classified
networks.
· Processed account creation requests while ensuring all information assurance yearly training is complete and the
correct documentation are properly and securely archived.
· Maintained a secure network and systemkeeping vulnerabilities below 1% by utilizing Retina and Assured
Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) to scan the network to identify and eliminate vulnerabilities.
· Oversaw a team of 7 personnelperformed hardware and software installation, updates,configuration,
troubleshooting,and problem resolution, while ensuring that only programs authorized in the Department of the
Navy Application and Database Management System (DADMS) are on the network.
· Managed the installation of network and computer hardware and software applications in order to ensure software
applications meet end userrequirements and comply with Marine Corps Computer Emergency Response Team
(MARCERT) operational directives and Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) mandates.
· Supervised the implementation of patches including Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVA),
assessing Information Assurance Vulnerability Bulletins (IAVB), and Information Assurance Vulnerability
Technical Advisories (IAVTA) and other DoD Operational Directives (OPDIR).
· Designed the building of more than 8 local area networks in support of a forward deployed team of the
organization resulting in effective communication with zero down time ensuring optimal performance
· Maintained and accounted for over 100 classified hard disk drives, more than 30 encryption devices, and more
than 300 network devices totally more than $10M resulting in a zero loss during the transition phase of the
organization.
· Assisted seniorleadership with asset tracking for more than 1,104 individual serialized items valued at more than
$2M
· Implemented systemsecurity procedures,tools and policy, to include host and client access,file permissions, and
user accounts in accordance with the organization’s security policies.
APRIL 2006 – AUGUST 2009;SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR | USMC - RECRUITING STATION
ATLANTA | KENNESAW, GA

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SUPERVISOR: MAY NOT CONTACT; MAJ PATRICK REDDICK
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS | 40+ HOURS PER WEEK; ACTIVE DUTY
Primary Roles: Oversee all IT systems within the area of operation for Recruiting Station Atlanta which include 1
Recruiting Station and 13 Recruiting Sub Stations.Responsible for the managing and troubleshooting a small
business size local area network ensuring minimal down time and adherence to the organization's security policies.
· Ensured the application of information security/information assurance policies, principles, and practices in the
delivery of systems administration services for the Recruiting Station (RS) and the 13 Recruiting Sub Stations
(RSS).
· Accounted for and managed over 4 million dollars in equipment, government property, licenses and technologies
spanning 110 square miles achieving a zero loss rate.
· Coordinated the delivery of IA security awareness training for over 1500 end users at all levels in the organization,
resulting in a zero IA incidents among all of the stations.
· Applied information systems security principles, policies and procedures to ensure information systems reliability
and accessibility and to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems,networks, and data.
· Ensured redundancy of all network resources and remotely maintained a warm offsite backup for network and
systemdata to recover in case of disaster.
· Completed and reported more than 3000 trouble tickets for wired and wireless systems,computer applications, and
Virtual Private Network configurations to identify and correct operational problems
· Utilized Microsoft Active Directory to create user accounts,manage/reset passwords,manage account security and
privileges, create and manage group mailboxes, create/maintain/delegate security groups,manage outlook
distribution lists, and othertasks relating to a Tier 1 & 2 support environment. Also worked with Group Policies
on a basic level, mainly policies affecting end users from a security standpoint.
CERTIFICATIONS
Cisco Certified Network Administrator (Cert Number: 420524168118BSDI)
Security + CE (Cert Number: 7CF0YTYCVC1QKR3T)
Network + (Cert Number: PY3XZSK20KBE2PV4)
DISA: Securing Windows 7 for System Administrators
EDUCATION
H.S. Diploma, Wheeler High School, Marietta Georgia, May 2002
University of Maryland University College
Major: Computer, Information Technology
Minor: Network Security
Status: Current GPA 4.0
RELEVANT MILITARY TRAINING
Staff Non-Commissioned Officers Career Distance Education Course (2010)
Marine Corps Sergeants Leadership Resident Course (2010)
Marine Corps Corporals Distance Education Course (2006)
Tactical Data Network Operators Course (2003)

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PERSONAL/EXPEDITIONARY SERVICE MEDALS RECEIVED
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2)
Afghanistan War Campaign Medal (2)
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (1)
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (1)
Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal (4)
National Defense Service Medal (1)
NATO ISAF Medal (1)
REFERENCES
References available upon request