CyberSecurity
Years of experience
Ian Michael Finney
Networking | CyberSecurity
Daegu
Summary
Mission-focused IT and Network Support Specialist with 7+ years of U.S. Army experience supporting network infrastructure, SATCOM, COMSEC, and secure communications across expeditionary signal units and missile defense operations. Served with the 50th Expeditionary Signal Battalion–Enhanced (ESB-E), completing 24+ missions in 18 countries supporting joint communications and network integration, and later with Delta Battery, 2nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment (D-2 ADA) providing secure communications for live THAAD and PATRIOT missile defense operations in Korea. Experienced in network troubleshooting, system monitoring, fiber optic installation and repair, server room support, configuration control, and proactive maintenance in high-tempo environments. Strong foundation in network design, security, and infrastructure management with a proven ability to collaborate, adapt, and maintain reliable, secure connectivity. CompTIA A+, and Security+ certified and currently pursuing additional CompTIA certifications toward cybersecurity, system administration, or contractor roles.
Overview
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Certificates
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7
Years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Network Communication Systems Specialist
US Army
Camp Carroll, South Korea
11.2022 - 10.2025
- Mentored junior team members in best practices for system administration, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex technical issues.
- Installed cabling, wireless routers, and telephone systems for data communications networks.
- Performed tracing and patching operations for copper networks.
- Served as liaison between user community and software providers.
- Provided hands-on training sessions for staff members on various networking topics such as VPNs, firewalls, routers/switches configurations.
Network Communication System Specialist
US Army
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
01.2019 - 11.2022
- Diagnosed network problems involving combination of hardware, software, power and communications issues.
- Defined database requirements for both EMIS and RTS systems.
- Streamlined troubleshooting processes, leading to faster resolution of connectivity issues.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for network configurations, procedures, and protocols, facilitating knowledge sharing among team members.
- Assisted in the development of customized training programs for users on various aspects of data networking systems usage and management techniques for better utilization of resources.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marietta High School
Marietta, GA 08.2013 - 06.2017
No Degree - Cyber Security / IT
My Computer Career
Online Certification Courses 09.2025 - 12.2025
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSkills
Hardware and Software Repair
Troubleshooting skills
Network support
Network Administration
Server Management
Application support
Training and mentoring
Friendly, positive attitude
Calm under pressure
Interests
Comptia Certifications
Traveling
Learning Quality Skills
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Korean
Intermediate (B1)
Certification
CompTIA Security+
Timeline
No Degree - Cyber Security / IT
My Computer Career
09.2025 - 12.2025
Network Communication Systems Specialist
US Army
11.2022 - 10.2025
Network Communication System Specialist
US Army
01.2019 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
Marietta High School
08.2013 - 06.2017