Jorge Nunez

Military Service:

• Rank: Senior Master Sergeant

  Branch/Position: Air Force

  Period: July 2003 - April 2025

  Occupation: Air Force Services

  Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

  Duties Description:
  The Airman Services Career Field includes managing, supervising, and administering or operating appropriated and nonappropriated fund food facilities; transient and temporary lodging facilities; fitness and recreation programs and facilities; mortuary affairs administration; operational support; training and supervising search and recovery teams; training, scheduling, and overseeing installation honor guard team; training and advising unit fitness managers in fitness evaluation procedures and conducting fitness improvement training programs; selecting, procuring, and controlling equipment and supplies; providing lodging, feeding, and recreation services in fixed and bare base facilities; providing liaison support to the Defense Commissary Agency and the Army and Air Force Exchange Service; performing quality assurance functions when areas of responsibility are performed by contract; operating and administering information management systems used to support functional responsibilities; and providing direction for other essential community services by planning and conducting surveys to determine interests and attitudes of the military population and their dependents. Other requirements include managing, supervising, and administering or operating appropriated and nonappropriated fund food facilities; transient and temporary lodging facilities; fitness and recreation programs and facilities; mortuary affairs administration; operational support; training and supervising search and recovery teams; training, scheduling, and overseeing installation honor guard team; training and advising unit fitness managers in fitness evaluation procedures and conducting fitness improvement training programs; selecting, procuring, and controlling equipment and supplies; providing lodging, feeding, and recreation services in fixed and bare base facilities; providing liaison support to the Defense Commissary Agency and the Army and Air Force Exchange Service; performing quality assurance functions when areas of responsibility are performed by contract; operating and administering information management systems used to support functional responsibilities; and providing direction for other essential community services by planning and conducting surveys to determine interests and attitudes of the military population and their dependents.

Work history:

• Job Title: Cybersecurity Analyst (Apprenticeship)

  Company: Rapid Ascent

  Period: October 2024 - February 2025

  Trainings, Certifications and Licences:

  • security+
  • Project+
  Role Description:

  • Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC): Implemented frameworks, tools, and artifacts (strategy, policies,

  standards, guidelines, and procedures) for risk management, business continuity, and incident response. Developed plans and policies concerning GRC requirements including HIPAA, PCI-DSS, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, Cyber Kill Chain, and FISMA.

  • Networking: Managed OSI & TCP/IP models, hardware, routing, protocols, encapsulation, framing, NAT, networks, and VLANs.

  • Network Security: Utilized Wireshark & Wireshark filters, port forwarding, VPNs, port scanning, bind reverse shells, IDS/IPS, firewalls and WAFs, rule writing, vulnerability management, MITM attacks, and DNS security.

  • Logs and Detection: Worked with SIEMs (Splunk), IoCs, log types, databases, normalization, regular expressions (RegEX), hunting, alarms & reports, investigations, user and process monitoring.

  • Threat Hunting: Conducted threat identification, surveillance, data tracking, and analysis.

  • Threat Intelligence: Identified threat actors including APTs, utilized CTI sources and methods, social engineering, CTI cycle and process, Cyber Kill Chain, CTI Diamond Model, and Cyber Mission Analysis.

  • Security Culture: Applied CIA, risk management principles, risk assessment and analysis, security metrics, and performance measures.

  • Strategy and Analysis: Engaged in strategic planning, leadership, operational design, and decision-making cycles.

  • Systems Administration: Administered Windows, Unix/Linux, VMs, memory, storage, Python, and cloud 

  environments.

  • Systems Security: Followed OWASP secure coding practices, input validation, session management, encoding, debugging, buffer overflows, and hypervisors.

• Job Title: Software Engineer (Apprenticeship)

  Company: Allegiant Vets

  Period: September 2024 - February 2025

  Trainings, Certifications and Licences:

  • META Software Engineer
  • Project+
  Role Description:

  • Automated IT Processes: Developed and deployed automation scripts, reducing manual workload by 30% and enhancing overall departmental efficiency, demonstrating proficiency in scripting and automation crucial for industrial automation.

  • Responsive Web Applications: Designed and launched responsive web applications, ensuring cross-browser 

  compatibility and mobile-first design principles, which improved user engagement by 20%. This showcases his ability to create user-friendly interfaces and robust applications.

  • Back-End Development: Gained proficiency in back-end frameworks such as Python and Django, managing 

  databases with SQL and NoSQL systems to support reliable application performance, highlighting his full-stack 

  development skills.

  • Code Optimization: Implemented best practices for web development, including code optimization and 

  performance tuning, leading to a 25% improvement in load times, reflecting his capability to enhance system 

  performance.

  • Collaborative Development: Participated in code reviews and collaborated with cross-functional teams, providing constructive feedback that fostered a 25% increase in team code quality and project success rates, emphasizing his teamwork and leadership abilities.

• Job Title: Senior Advisor

  Company: Air Force

  Period: August 2023 - February 2025

  Role Description:

  • Senior enlisted advisor to the commander, overseeing Services, Personnel, Education, Community Services, Honor Guard, and Readiness & Emergency Management programs.

  • Managed an $11M NAF & APF budget, including the execution of a $7M MWRF, supporting 75K joint service 

  members, dependents, and retirees.

  • Guided a $547M F-22 Formal Training Unit bed down, preparing JBLE to absorb 46 jets and 586 personnel within 6 months.

  • Streamlined passenger processing for 330 Airmen, supporting a SECDEF-directed operation in under 92 hours, 

  identifying 166 discrepancies impacting future deployments.

  • Maximized organizational performance for the first Air Show in 4 years, managing a $200K concessionaire contract and certifying 22 private organizations to support 60K attendees.

• Job Title: Sustainment Service Manager

  Company: Air Force

  Period: August 2022 - July 2023

  Role Description:

  • Led and trained 650 military members, contractors, and civilian employees across 11 teams providing exceptional sustainment services to support 48,000 military, civilian, and military retiree families.

  • Successfully managed 40 activities and 78 facilities, effectively allocating a $12M budget to ensure seamless mission support for the only DoD tri-service base in the U.S. Military.

  • Spearheaded expeditionary combat support efforts, enhancing readiness levels through comprehensive training and development initiatives for 115 personnel, resulting in a 20% increase in readiness scores.

  • Served as a key strategic advisor to senior leadership, offering expert insights on personnel, administration, manpower, discipline, community services, and programs, contributing to informed decision-making.

  • Implemented rigorous oversight and compliance measures to maintain the highest standards of performance, safety, and security within the sustainment service flight.

  • Fostered a culture of excellence, mentorship, and professional growth, resulting in a highly motivated and cohesive team committed to achieving mission success.

• Job Title: Operations & Training Manager

  Company: Air Force

  Period: November 2020 - July 2022

  Role Description:

  • Streamlined operations by synchronizing 10 teams comprised of 1.4K military, civilian, and federal contract 

  employees, optimizing data flow to executive leadership for informed decision-making.

  • Led organizational readiness and planning programs for 3 military installations, overseeing comprehensive training initiatives and conducting meticulous reviews and analysis of emergency plans for a total force of 52K personnel.

  • Utilized advanced Air Expeditionary Force Reporting and Defense Readiness Reporting tools to prepare accurate reports and furnish real-time data to executive military leaders, enabling swift and effective responses to operational requirements.

  • Successfully managed deployment and mission readiness processes, ensuring the preparedness and posturing of 121 deployable personnel for critical missions.

  • Implemented performance metrics and monitoring systems, enhancing operational efficiency, and identifying areas for improvement within the organization's training and mission execution.

  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and achieve seamless coordination of training, operations, and mission execution, fostering a culture of excellence and high-performance standards.

• Job Title: Dining Facility Manager

  Company: Air Force

  Period: September 2018 - October 2020

  Role Description:

  Managed all aspects of dining facility operations, leading and training a team of 23 military and 6 civilian personnel, and overseeing 45 contractors responsible for producing an impressive 320K meals annually.

  • Skillfully reviewed production requirements and recipe cards, ensuring efficient meal preparation while meticulously building and managing the annual operational budget, resulting in the safeguarding of $5.3M in facilities and over $500K worth of equipment

  • Actively supported force protection exercises and injects, proactively identifying discrepancies and providing valuable feedback for overall improvement, reinforcing the facility's commitment to operational excellence

  • Implemented robust safety and sanitation protocols, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining a hygienic dining environment for both staff and patrons

  • Fostered a culture of teamwork and professionalism, promoting open communication and collaborative problem-solving, resulting in enhanced efficiency and morale within the dining facility team

  • Received commendations for consistently delivering high-quality dining services, meeting, and exceeding customer expectations, and contributing to the overall well-being and satisfaction of the base community

• Job Title: Executive Aid | Combined Forces Air Component Commander

  Company: Air Force

  Period: August 2017 - August 2018

  Role Description:

  Provided exceptional administrative and protocol support to the Component Commander, efficiently assisting in the execution of official military duties, including scheduling, correspondence management, and maintaining call records.

  • Skillfully supervised all aspects of the operations, maintenance, and repair of the personal residence, property, and furnishings, ensuring impeccable care, cleanliness, and security

  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills by planning, preparing, arranging, and flawlessly executing official social functions, acting as the head chef and server during receptions, parties, and dinners

  • Ensured seamless household support by welcoming guests, making appointments, and handling various errands and tasks for the Component Commander, contributing to a smooth and well-organized daily routine

  • Displayed excellent culinary expertise by purchasing and skillfully preparing meals for official events, maintaining a high standard of quality and presentation to reflect the importance of the occasions

  • Maintained strict confidentiality and professionalism, handling sensitive information with discretion, and contributing to a positive and professional image for the Component Commander and the U.S. Air Force

• Job Title: Instructor | Advanced Culinary Training

  Company: Air Force

  Period: July 2015 - July 2017

  Role Description:

  Spearheaded the management and delivery of high-quality training for Joint Service Culinary Students and Executive Aides, ensuring proficiency in advanced culinary skills and techniques. Collaborated with a diverse team of culinary professionals, leveraging collective expertise to create a dynamic and engaging learning experience for students.

  • Revamped and updated lesson instructions and practical exercises for the Advanced Culinary Skills Training Course, aligning content with the latest industry standards and culinary best practices

  • Instructed at the prestigious Joint Academy Center of Excellence, providing advanced culinary support to senior and executive-level leaders, delivering top-notch culinary expertise and service

  • Developed comprehensive plans of instruction, standard operating procedures, lesson plans, and instructor 

  evaluations, enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of the training program

  • Mentored and guided students through challenging culinary tasks, fostering an environment of learning and growth, and encouraging excellence in culinary craftsmanship

Education:

• City University of Seattle

  Associate's Degree – Undergraduate Certificate in Fundamentals of Cybersecurity

  Period: September 2026

• Community College of the Air Force

  Associate's Degree – Instruction & Technology

  Period: September 2026

• Community College of the Air Force

  Associate's Degree – Fitness Recreation & Services management

  Period: September 2026