Frank Benavidez
Cyber Security Engineer at Naval Surface Warfare Center Port Hueneme Division- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Learning Threat Modeling for Security Professionals
LinkedInDec, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Teamwork Foundations
LinkedInDec, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Exterro ACE FTK
ExterroMar, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Microsoft Technology Associate: Database Administration Fundamentals (MTA)
MicrosoftMay, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Network Pro
TestOut CorporationJun, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
CompTIA IT Fundamentals+
CompTIAJun, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
CompTIA Security+
CompTIAJan, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Naval Surface Warfare Center Port Hueneme Division
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United States
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Armed Forces
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200 - 300 Employee
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Cyber Security Engineer
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Jul 2022 - Present
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CSUSB Cybersecurity Center
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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I.T. Support and Administrative Student Assistant
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Nov 2020 - Jun 2022
Maintained the office digital storage drives and google suite. Maintained an inventory of the office and lab equipment. Supported project managers with event management for the Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity. Developed and distributed multiple surveys, conducted data analysis, and presented my findings. Developed, updated, and maintained the GenCyber and student cybersecurity club websites. Maintained the office digital storage drives and google suite. Maintained an inventory of the office and lab equipment. Supported project managers with event management for the Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity. Developed and distributed multiple surveys, conducted data analysis, and presented my findings. Developed, updated, and maintained the GenCyber and student cybersecurity club websites.
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Long Beach City College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Technology Center Student Worker
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Sep 2019 - Jun 2020
Assisted students with using computers and any specialized software and equipment like 3-D printers. Aided staff and instructors with teaching and tutoring students who needed additional assistance with Microsoft products or any other computer-related coursework. Supported faculty, and students with technical solutions to their computing problems. Assisted students with using computers and any specialized software and equipment like 3-D printers. Aided staff and instructors with teaching and tutoring students who needed additional assistance with Microsoft products or any other computer-related coursework. Supported faculty, and students with technical solutions to their computing problems.
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Harbor Pointe Air Conditioning & Control Systems, Inc.
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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Commercial Air Conditioning Technician
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Apr 2017 - Aug 2017
Performed a variety of technical tasks related to installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial air conditioning systems in commercial, medical, and information technology facilities. Performed a variety of technical tasks related to installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial air conditioning systems in commercial, medical, and information technology facilities.
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United States Marine Corps
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Marine Security Guard
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Jan 2014 - Mar 2017
Served as part of the main security element at the U.S. Embassy in Armenia, Malawi, and Greece.Protected classified information and equipment vital to national security.Provided protection for U.S. citizens, government property, and foreign nationals located within designated diplomatic and consular premises.
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Event Manager
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Mar 2014 - Jan 2017
This work was a collateral duty and was conducted in conjunction of my main assignment as a Marine Security Guard. Planned and coordinated every aspect of the 239th, 240th, 241st Marine Corps Birthday Ball. It is an annual high profile diplomatic event that was attended by over 250 guests each year. This includes foreign dignitaries and high-ranking military officials. Managed staff, negotiated contracts, and planned seating arrangements in conjunction with embassy security protocols. Managed business and financial affairs on behalf of the Marine detachments. Maintained ledgers to account for government funds. Sourced materials for the detachment store by utilizing an international supply chain. Managed marketing, sales, and inventory to meet the desires of a wide and finicky market demographic. Show less
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Aviation Ground Support Equipment Manager
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Apr 2012 - Jan 2014
Managed and maintained the quality of over 200 aircraft support equipment items to be combat-ready. Developed and monitored the planned maintenance for the departments support equipment.Trained every member in the squadron on over 15 separate pieces of equipment to maintain a high percentage of qualified workers.Was the liaison between the Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 115 squadron and the Marine Aviation and Logistics Squadron Ground Support Equipment unit to support F-18 flight capabilities. Show less
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Aviation Ground Support Equipment Technician
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Oct 2010 - Apr 2012
Inspected, maintained, and repaired aircraft support equipment. Items such as mobile generators, mobile ac systems, diesel engines, small turbine systems, complex hydraulic weapon loaders, and other components related to support aircraft operations.Performed preventive maintenance, conducted scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on all support equipment.
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Education
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Western Governors University
Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance -
California State University-San Bernardino
Bachelors of Science in Information Systems and Technology, Cybersecurity Concentration, 3.9 -
Long Beach City College
Bachelors of Science in Information Systems and Technology, Cybersecurity Concentration, 4.0 -
Woodrow Wilson Classical High School
High School, 9-12