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Brett Blend

Availability: On-Site | Relocating to Arkansas

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Professional Summary

Network Administrator with 10 years of experience providing on-site Tier 2 support for enterprise Windows and network environments. Strong background in Active Directory administration, network troubleshooting, incident escalation, and hardware support in secure, high-availability operations. Active Secret Security Clearance.

Core Skills

On-Site Tier 2 Support Windows Server & Desktop Admin Active Directory LAN/WAN Networking Cisco Switching & Wireless Incident Management BMC Remedy Hardware Troubleshooting Microsoft 365

Professional Experience

Tier 2 Network Analyst
F2 Systems
Feb 2023 – Present
  • Provided Tier 2 escalation support for enterprise and secure network environments.
  • Deployed and supported Cisco wireless infrastructure (Access Points, controllers).
  • Troubleshot connectivity, authentication, and performance issues escalated from L1.
  • Delivered hands-on, on-site technical support for users and infrastructure.
Network Administrator
United States Marine Corps — 2d Transportation Battalion (Camp Lejeune, NC)
Jan 2021 – Feb 2023
  • Planned and installed a mobile tactical internet enterprise using LTE to enable deployable networking across the U.S.
  • Inventoried, maintained, and upgraded 273 computers and equipment valued over $1,000,000 with zero discrepancies.
  • Managed account lifecycle actions within the unit OU using Active Directory Users and Computers.
  • Completed over 1,400 trouble tickets to keep day-to-day operations running efficiently.
  • Trained 5 Marines in networking and help desk procedures.
  • Passed CompTIA Security+ SY0-601.
Network Administrator
United States Marine Corps — 2nd Battalion 8th Marines (Camp Lejeune, NC)
Aug 2019 – Aug 2020
  • Maintained and configured the Marine Corps Enterprise Network for a U.S. Naval vessel using Cisco ISE.
  • Implemented emergency security protocols to maintain operational security and network safety posture.
  • Designed, created, and deployed an intranet site for 2,200 users across three U.S. naval vessels.
Network Administrator
United States Marine Corps — Security Cooperation Group (Fort Story, VA)
Aug 2017 – Aug 2019, Aug 2020 – Jan 2021
  • Maintained and configured network infrastructure of 17 Cisco 9300s and 1 Cisco 3900 router using TACACS+.
  • Replaced and installed $200,000 of new equipment during off-hours to avoid downtime and preserve network stability.
  • Improved physical and virtual security using port security and cable locks for laptops.
  • Managed account lifecycle actions across multiple networks and supported operations for multiple countries in Germany.
  • Completed over 2,000 trouble tickets, maintaining strong relationships with higher echelons for smooth operations.
  • Passed CompTIA Security+ SY0-501 (replaced with SY0-601 certification).
Network Administrator
United States Marine Corps — Communications Squadron 18 Det. A (Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan)
Aug 2015 – Aug 2017
  • Configured, maintained, and secured an Expeditionary Command and Control Suite, achieving satellite comms within 15 minutes of deployment.
  • Hardened networks using routing protocols and control lists (Pop and Screen methodology).
  • Configured and maintained a deployed network for the United States Government.
  • Trained 27 Marines on designing, configuring, and implementing networks.

Education

Southern New Hampshire University
Information Technology
Expected Graduation: Fall 2027
Certifications
CompTIA Security+
Active Secret Clearance

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