Eric Pursley

Experience

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  United States Air Force

  Dec 2012 - Jan 2018

  Utilized complex analysis hardware, software, and various associated computer equipment to process line-of-sight and beyond-line-of-sight communication signals. Worked in concert with a crew of 15 members to collect, assess, and report on target country systems and capabilities. Identified, analyzed, and implemented US Strategic Command tasking to generate intelligence products that provided high-level leadership with critical intelligence to make well-informed and timely strategic decisions in the areas of global intelligence, communications, and cyberspace defense. Show less Using airborne intelligence collection and analysis equipment onboard a $22M aircraft, provided real-time, critical intel and tactical awareness in direct support of special operations personnel. Made split-second decisions and directed both aircrew members and ground personnel in exceptionally high-stress situations to accomplish mission objectives with zero friendly casualties. Managed security program for classified media and equipment worth $6M, including relocating all items to a new facility with 100% accountability and zero security incidents. Show less

  • Signals Search and Developement

    Sept 2015 - Jan 2018

  • Tactical Systems Operator

    Dec 2012 - Sept 2015
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  Air National Guard

  Jan 2018 - now

  Cyber Warfare Operator

  Responsibilities thus far have been preparing for and attending cyber warfare technical training. This has required the ability to learn exceedingly technical information in multiple IT subject areas in very short periods of time. The ability to collaborate with classmates to accomplish evaluated tasks, as well as pass individual testing requirements was a necessity. In addition to instruction, the aptitude to autonomously learn new concepts was a frequent and necessary requirement. Duties and further training will focus on identifying, analyzing, and reporting vulnerabilities throughout the various Air Force networks, as well as responding to security incidents. Show less

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  Axient

  Jan 2020 - Oct 2022

  Cyber Security Analyst

  Provide directorate level security support for all personnel and assist in the management of GPS Acquisition Systems Program Security to include: Personnel Security, Industrial Security, Operations Security, Information Security, and Physical Security. Monitor, review and track reporting requirements of security deficiencies, violations, and compromises to verify prompt corrective actions are accomplished as needed IAW DoDM 5200.01 V1-4, the Risk Management Framework, FISMA, NIST 800-53, and other applicable industry standards and regulations. Coordinate security efforts among the GPS Enterprise programs with various military, government, and private entities. Show less

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  Counter Hack

  Oct 2022 - now

  Technical Analyst

  Penetration TestingSecurity ConsultingChallenge/CTF/Cyber Range CreationCybersecurity Education