Josh Merritt

Founder

Cyberoptyx•  January 2018 - May 2022

• Collaborated with various global cybersecurity professionals, completing quality control evaluations to ensure accurate and timely response of client requests for information. • Use of open-source intelligence and various software to fulfill customers’ range of requests. • Utilize VMWare and deploy usage for thin client networks, Virtual machines, and virtualized networks. • Deployment and Management of O365 systems, system security using a variety of tools ranging from Defender, Sentinel ONE, N-Able and interfacing into AWS for clients requesting system security and endpoint management. • Key vault and credential management for system Integrity for internal networks. • Server management for government systems from HPE, Dell and IBM Z series servers. • Designed and fabricated cable management utilizing custom 3d printed designs for clients to ensure organized presentation and access.

Chief Technology Officer

Allied Security Operations Group•  September 2017 - November 2019

• Developed and enhanced information security management framework based on International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 27001 and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards to integrate and normalize a wide variety and ever-changing requirements resulting from laws, standards, and regulations. • Developed metrics and reporting framework to provide status of information security program to enterprise risk teams, senior business leaders, and board of directors as part of strategic enterprise risk management program. • Researched SCADA security in areas ranging from Side Channel access to vulnerability testing within known systems, built Faraday cages for systems as well as created new machine languages to obfuscate communications. • Cataloged APT teams ranging from Cyber Berkut to APT 32, 33, and 34 that target SCADA systems and discovered their means and methods of attack. • Ran projects ranging from Cryptocurrency studies, business intelligence, litigation assistance, and assisting with national security investigations against domestic and foreign entities assisting clients in incident response, securing internal systems, website security Windows forensics, network traffic analysis as well as using Linux based systems for analysis and forensics. • Deployment and Management of O365 systems, system security using a variety of tools ranging from Defender, Sentinel ONE, N-Able and interfacing into AWS.

intern

Cyber Defense Labs•  September 2013 - August 2017

• Working with CEO Mike Saylor and Computer Scientist Kevin Henson, I worked to hone the trades of the craft. Learning how to Organize and turn into Standard operating procedure I was taught how to identify threats, fuzz software, mitigate risks and teach others. • While at CDL, I had the opportunity to teach classes at colleges in areas from Open Source Intelligence collection, Pattern of life analysis, known methods be foreign intel services and hacker groups as well as programming in various languages. • Taught students in the Cyber Patriot Program in the DFW area, which was a summer program helping talented high school students become better cyber operators before they went on to their careers in various intelligence agencies and the US Military. • Learned and taught students how to use programs like PF Sense, Splunk, Maltego, Kali Linux and other systems.

Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic - 91B

US Army•  November 2001 - August 2013

• Maintained wheeled vehicles, their associated trailers and MHE systems to include use of applicable references, inspecting, servicing, maintaining, repairing, replacement, adjusting and testing of wheeled vehicles and MHE systems, subsystems and components such as: power plant/packs, compression ignition engines and engine fuel systems, air induction and exhaust systems and cooling systems. • Sustained vehicle chassis and powertrain components including, frame crossmembers, clutches assemblies, transmissions, transfers, final drives, propeller shaft assemblies, brake systems, steering systems, suspensions systems, fifth wheel assemblies, wheeled vehicle crane, hoist and winch assemblies, and hydraulic systems. • Upheld automotive electrical systems including wiring harness, starting, and charging systems. • Deployed multiple time in Joint operations groups performing mission critical taskings to ensure operational capabilities. Assisted in local Diplomatic activities to work with Local Nationals to train and maintain military and civilian partnerships. • Mentored and training Soldiers in preventative maintenance and assisted in Training of Soldier’s tasks in combat environments. • Responsible for maintaining fleet of vehicles ensuring 100% mission capable for $250 million dollars’ worth of specialized equipment which was accountable to Post Commander.

My Computer Career

Information Technology Security & Administration, B.Tech•  December 2021 - February 2022

Students who complete our Information Technology Security and Administration (ITSA) program become qualified for positions such as Network Administration, I.T. Security, and Helpdesk. They gain core competencies and certifications that will help them launch a career or switch careers in I.T., as well as advance their career later on. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job market for information security professionals will grow by 32% between 2018 and 2028. Our ITSA program includes preparations for 9 certifications from CompTIA, Microsoft, and Linux designed for networking, system security, and support. The only prerequisite for this program is a GED or High School diploma. Upon completing the program, you’ll have gained understanding, knowledge, and skills in: Basic hardware installation Troubleshooting and maintenance Networking Configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and securing of computer networks and information systems Security configuration and analysis Topology support All the programs at MyComputerCareer include Lifetime Career Services support and a new laptop upon your enrollment. The ITSA program includes preparation for 8 certifications for system security, support, and networking, including: MTA Security Fundamentals MTA Server Fundamentals MTA Networking Fundamentals CompTIA A+ CompTIA Network+ CompTIA Server+ CompTIA Security+ Linux Essentials – Linux Professional Institute