Shaun Kabel

Shaun Kabel

SATCOM Instructor/Writer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    CISSP | MCE | MCA | CCNA

  • Education

    • Escambia High School

      1997 - 2001
      H.S. Diploma
  • Experience

    • U.S. Army

      Apr 2010 - Feb 2012
      SATCOM Instructor/Writer

      Taught the AN/TSC-93D, AN/TCS-85D, AN/TSC-93E, AN/TSC-156B, AN/TSC-156D as well as all associated test equipment and software.Subject matter expert responsible for training new instructors on the terminals and ensuring that the Initial entry Soldiers were receiving the highest level of instruction from the Cadre.Maintenance NCOIC. Responsible for properly installing, calibrating, aligning, conducting performance test, and performing unit and direct support level maintenance on satellite communications equipment and associated devices.Helped to revamp lesson plans, slide shows, quizzes and test from the AN/TSC-93D satellite communications terminal to the AN/TSC-93E. Show less

    • Telecommunications systems

      Mar 2012 - Mar 2013
      SNAP FSR

      Train and/or provide onsite support to government personnel on operation and maintenance concepts, to include equipment set-up, configuration, satellite acquisition, baseband equipment operation and configuration. Provide direct support on all assigned equipment. Maintain baseline router configurations, and resolve networking issues as required.Performed Linkway modem software and hardware upgrades; by performing this upgrade in Afghanistan I saved TCS approximately $650 per modem in shipping cost. Subject Matter Expert for installation of all terminals using the iDirect Modem and troubleshooting and repair of VSAT satellite terminals, requiring fault isolation to lowest replaceable unit.Implementation and troubleshooting of LAN/WAN networks, including Cisco routers, switches and Communications Security Equipment, using OSPF based network operations as well as Linkway and iDirect satellite modems and Centrix WANScalers. Perform depot level maintenance on AVL antennas and non-AVL antennas. Show less

    • TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.

      May 2014 - Sept 2015
      Network Engineer

      Train and/or provide onsite support to government personnel on operation and maintenance concepts, to include equipment set-up, configuration, satellite acquisition, baseband equipment operation and configuration. Provide direct support on all assigned equipment. Maintain baseline router configurations, and resolve networking issues as required.Performed Linkway modem software and hardware upgrades; by performing this upgrade in Afghanistan I saved TCS approximately $650 per modem in shipping cost. Subject Matter Expert for installation of all terminals using the iDirect Modem and troubleshooting and repair of VSAT satellite terminals, requiring fault isolation to lowest replaceable unit.Implementation and troubleshooting of LAN/WAN networks, including Cisco routers, switches and Communications Security Equipment, using OSPF based network operations as well as Linkway and iDirect satellite modems and Centrix WANScalers. Perform depot level maintenance on AVL antennas and non-AVL antennas. Show less

    • Optimal Technology International (OTi)

      Oct 2015 - Oct 2016
      Network Engineer

      Provide tier level 2/3 support to deployed tactical users accessing JCSE managed Defense Information Support Network-Tactical Edge (DISN-TE) sites, architecture and services. Support includes data, transmission, voice, video and any interoperability/connectivity support requirements tactical users encounter.Configure, install and provide remote management of Cisco network routers, switches, firewalls and intrusion detection systems. Implement VLANs, QoS and other applicable tools to assist in optimal configuration and performance.Configure, troubleshoot and maintain KG-250’s encryption devices both locally and at remote sites.Assist in training oncoming service members, contractors and civilians in reading and then implementing cut sheets, GAA’s and SAA’s. Training on equipment included but was not limited to, Cisco routers, switches, firewalls and Unified call managers, KG-250 encryption devices, Shout compression modules, Tandberg VTC suites and bridges, etc. Show less

    • Copper River Enterprise Services

      Oct 2016 - Aug 2020
      Network Engineer

      Provided hardware maintenance support, software upgrades and patches installation, system setup and sustainment support, submit trouble tickets to Tier II/III Help Desk, install Information Assurance & Vulnerability Assessment (IAVA) patches, provide onsite technical support, maintain security system certification, ensure continued interoperability, and ensure IT security and network compliance.Designed, installed, maintained, and supported LAN, WAN, and VoIP systems both onsite and remote. Responsible for the configuration, installation remote management and maintenance of Cisco products, switches, firewalls, VLANs, and other applicable tools. Subject matter expert in data, voice, and video networks.Produced and briefed everything relating to systems administration, network administration, and architectural diagrams using knowledge of Internet Protocol, theory of system and network design in a manner palatable to the customer.Apply JTF, JCSE and DOD policies and procedures that pertain to network installations, configurations, security, operations and certifications including tactical void and data networks in order to provide maximum performance, availability, and security for system usersAssisted in planning, programming, development, and execution of classroom and practical application of Network Administration with validated and updated plans to facilitate training and technical skills of JTF system operators and maintainersProvided onsite technical support, remote troubleshooting for COTS-based products, telecommunication products, and all network issues related to the DJC2 system. Show less

    • Ironclad Technology Services

      Aug 2020 - Apr 2021
      Cyber Security Analyst
    • Jacobs

      Apr 2021 - now
      • Incident Manager / Systems Engineer

        May 2022 - now
      • Unified communications administrator

        Apr 2021 - May 2022
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate

      Microsoft
      Oct 2022
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    • Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert

      Microsoft
      Oct 2022
      View certificate certificate
    • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

      ISC2
      Nov 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • CompTIA Security+ ce Certification

      CompTIA
      Jan 2015
      View certificate certificate
    • Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA)

      Cisco
      Mar 2013
    • CompTIA Security+

      CompTIA
      Jan 2014
    • CCNA Collaboration

      Cisco
      Sept 2018