Frederic A. Borries IV

frederic@fabiv.pw | +1 (757)876-1937 | linkedin.com/in/fborries | github.com/FredericIV

Professional Summary

Experienced cybersecurity and network professional with a strong background in digital security operations, system administration, and training management. Adept at leading high-stakes projects, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring system integrity in fast-paced environments.

Professional Experience

United States Air Force - Spangdahlem, Germany | Dec 2018 - Present

Instructional Systems Developer/Trainer Jan 2024 - Present

• Identified incoming employee training gaps, developing training plans to suit.
• Coordinated with external organizations to identify organizational training and equipment requirements.

Cybersecurity Operations Supervisor Aug 2023 - Jan 2024

• Organized and led major cybersecurity exercises, recognized for outstanding leadership and innovation. Delivered instruction, gave mentorship, and maintained cyber range operations.
• Coordinated life-saving skills training program delivery to 150 employees with three instructors, contributing significantly organizational preparedness and safety.
• Developed a SharePoint and PowerApps based talent management system for 150 users.

Cyber Defense Instructional Systems Developer/Trainer Jun 2022 - Aug 2023

• Conducted three ten-day cyber defense qualification trainings for fifteen people, utilizing modern adragogy principles in both lecture and performance style lessons.
• Established and maintained Moodle as an LMS, providing key statistics for test question efficacy analysis.
• Planned material covering 146 educational goals, developing PowerPoints, test material, lecture guides, and labs.

Cyber Defense Operator Jun 2020 - Jul 2022

• Identified 180+ signatures for malware and malicious activity utilizing Zeek, Suricata, and Kibana.
• Saved 19 TB of log data by migrating between Elasticsearch clusters due to instability in the underlying Kubernetes.
• Developed a multi-platform PowerShell utility for the continuous monitoring of air-gapped platforms.
• Coordinated between offices and contractors to develop and operate virtualized terrain for cyber exercises consisting of multiple ActiveDirectory domains, emulated users, and simulated internet.

Junior Network Technician Dec 2018 - Jun 2020

• Reinforced operations center infrastructure, resolving communications challenges by remediating VoIP configuration errors.
• Eliminated 450 cyber vulnerabilities, enhancing the security of $50 million in systems by applying industry best practice configurations to network infrastructure, utilizing SolarWinds for centralized management.
• Managed a $710K public address system upgrade with integrated advanced safety alert capabilities.

Education & Certifications

• Certifications: CompTia Security+, GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender, GIAC Certified Incident Handler
• Advanced Training: Completed 280-hour specialized cyber defense training program, distinguished as a top performer.

Additional Skills & Interests

• Adept in usage and configuration of the Elastic Stack.
• Proficient in PowerShell, Python, and PowerFx
• Familiarity Linux, Containers, and Kubernetes setup and configuration
• Passionate public speaker and event coordinator, with a flair for engaging and educating diverse audiences.