Professional Certifications
Federal IT Credentials
CompTIA Security+ certified (DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II) with AWS Solutions Architect Associate and CMMC Registered Practitioner credentials. Zero ransomware track record validates real-world security implementation beyond certifications.
Certification Strategy
Certifications aligned with federal IT and defense contractor requirements. Security+ provides DoD 8140 IAT Level II baseline. AWS Solutions Architect Associate demonstrates cloud architecture skills. CMMC credentials support compliance work. Zero ransomware track record across 30+ clients validates real-world implementation beyond certifications.
🎯 Federal Requirements
Security+ and AWS certifications align with defense contractor needs
💡 Practical Experience
Zero ransomware losses across MSP operations validate security implementation skills
📈 Clearance Ready
Clean background eligible for security clearance sponsorship
Security Certifications
CompTIA Security+ CE
DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II. Cybersecurity fundamentals, threat detection, incident response, and risk management
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
Cloud architecture, AWS services, security best practices, and infrastructure design
CompTIA A+
IT fundamentals, hardware, networking, and troubleshooting
CMMC Certifications
CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP)
CMMC gap assessments and SSP documentation support
CMMC Certified Professional (CCP)
CMMC assessment methodology, NIST 800-171 controls, and compliance verification
Project Management Certifications
CompTIA Project+
IT project lifecycle, communication, resources, and stakeholder management
Google Project Management Certificate
Project management methodologies supporting technical implementation
Expired Certifications
📅 Previously Held Certifications
These certifications have expired. I will renew specific certifications based on role requirements rather than maintaining all credentials indefinitely.
- CompTIA Network+ ce - Expired 2023
- CompTIA Cloud+ ce - Expired 2024
- CompTIA Linux+ - Expired 2023
Note: Security+ was renewed in November 2025 and is now current (listed above).
📦 CompTIA Stackables (Expired)
These stackable certifications expired when their prerequisite certifications expired:
CompTIA Secure Cloud Professional (CSCP)
Required: Security+ AND Cloud+ (Both expired)
CompTIA Cloud Admin Professional (CCAP)
Required: Network+ AND Cloud+ (Both expired)
CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist (CSIS)
Required: A+ AND Network+ AND Security+ (Network+ expired)
CompTIA IT Operations Specialist (CIOS)
Required: A+ AND Network+ (Network+ expired)
Federal IT Alignment
Zero Ransomware Foundation
Zero ransomware losses across 30+ clients and 100+ endpoints validates practical security operations skills
DoD 8140 Compliance
Security+ CE meets DoD 8140 baseline requirements for federal cybersecurity positions
Clearance Eligible
U.S. Citizen, clean background, Tier 3 pending. Ready for clearance sponsorship.
CMMC Expertise
Registered Practitioner with CCP exam passed. Hands-on NIST 800-171 implementation experience.
Verification & Transparency
Current Status (Fully Verifiable):
- AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification verifiable through AWS
- CompTIA Security+ CE (November 2025) verifiable through CompTIA
- CMMC CCP exam passed (January 2026) - certification pending Tier 3 clearance
- Zero ransomware losses across MSP operations documented and verifiable
Real security experience combined with targeted certifications creates immediate value for federal cybersecurity operations. Zero ransomware losses across MSP operations demonstrate practical security implementation beyond certifications alone.
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Ready to contribute to defense contractor IT operations and security. Systems administration experience and compliance framework knowledge ready for immediate contribution.
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