James Gillis - Network Performance Engineer with Verizon Wireless

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James gillis

Euless, Texas, United States

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Timeline
About me
Network Performance Engineer with Verizon Wireless
Education
- University of maryland baltimore county
  2008 - 2013
  Bachelor of science (bs) computer science senior
  Activities and Societies: ROTC, Pershing Rifles, Aikido, Krav Maga, HvZ, MICA Soccer IB Candidate of 2008 graduating class
- Our lady of good counsel high school
  2008 - 2012
  High school diploma
- Syracuse university
  2021 - 2024
  Master's degree cyber security
Experience
- Us army
  Sept 2013 - Oct 2021
  Communications project manager
  - Platoon Leader at Fort Drum, New York- S6 OIC (Communications Officer) at Fort Drum, New York- S6 OIC (Communications Officer) at Fort Hood, Texas- Division Automations Maintenance Officer (Helpdesk Manager) at Fort Hood, TexasHighlights- Eight years as a communications/information technology manager leading teams up to 20 personnel. Experienced in helpdesk operations, switching and networking, combat net radios, line of sight, and satellite-based equipment. Responsible for up to $3 million worth of equipment.- Functioned as the System Administrator, Communications Security Manager, Wired/Wireless Telephone Control Officer, and Video Teleconference Manager. Show less
- Verizon
  Sept 2021 - now
  Network engineer
Licenses & Certifications
- Certified ethical hacker (ceh)
  Ec-council
  Jun 2020
- Comptia security+
  Comptia
  Apr 2021
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to James Gillis
  Army Achievement Medal U.S. Army Nov 2018 Exceptionally commendable achievement during Operation Atlantic Resolve. Captain Gillis' exemplary performance, dedication to duty, and professionalism contributed to the overall success of the unit's mission. His actions are in keeping with the finest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Squadron, 7th Cavalry Regiment, the First Armored Brigade Combat Team,, the First Cavalry Division, and the United States Army.
- Awarded to James Gillis
  Army Commendation Medal U.S. Army Jun 2018 For exceptional service while serving as Signal Officer for the 10th Brigade Support Battalion. Captain Gillis' dedication to duty, technical competence, and leadership contributed to the overall success of the unit's mission. His actions are in keeping with the finest traditions of military service and reflects great credit upon himself, 10th Brigade Support Battalion, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry), and the United States Army.
- Awarded to James Gillis
  Army Commendation Medal U.S. Army Feb 2016 For exceptionally meritorious achievement while serving as the Battalion S6 OIC during Operation Inherent Resolve. 1LT Gillis' dedication to duty and technical competence directly contributed to the overall success of the unit's mission. His actions are in keeping with the finest traditions of military service and reflects great credit upon himself, 3rd Battalion 6th Field Artillery, 1st Brigade Combat Team, the 10th Mountain Division, and the United States Army.

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