This is my first time applying (1835/1825/1815). From my understanding of this thread, there are certain introductory protocols that need to happen:
Military Experience
Currently a drilling enlisted Navy reservist E-6, 12 years(two deployments to Afghanistan, warfare pin, C-School, small arms and crewserv quals, EKMS, CBR to name a few)
Last deployment was with JSOC, specifically with Army and three letter agencies.
Have a current TS security clearance.
Past 3 evals have been "EP" with pertinent command leadership positions and collateral duties.
Past three PRT scores have been excellent low.
Most importantly I understand the Navy Res. Tempo and what it takes to be successful and how to add value to the organization. Heads up to all, this isn't just a one weekend a month and two week a year job.
Civilian Experience
I am a cyber security analyst and work in Forensics at Boeing, 3 years. I am a technical team lead and am responsible for a team of 5 to fully integrate new tools a security processes throughout the enterprise. Previously worked in SOC for 4 years, tier 2 analyst.
I possess security+ and GCIH Certs and working on CISSP.
Prior to working at Boeing I was an operations manager at a large retailer. I was responsible for day-to-day operations and had 45 direct reports. Had to hire, counsel and terminate employees. Store did 35 - 45 million in annual sales.
Education
MS Cyber Security & IA (3.90 GPA)
BS Information Management (3.00 GPA)
Working on MBA
Certified TACLANE operator
Hands on experience with vast magirity of security tools and applications, VM's, Networking, Unix/Linux, DR, NIPR, SIPR and JWICs, communicating with executives and senior leaders.
My Kit
I completed and submitted DEC 01
I had to go back to MEPS and get approval from the DOCS.
Had to get commanding officer endorsement.
Completed three interviews from 1 Intel and 2 IP officers. (10/9/10)
Submitted two civilian references (my current manager and CISO)
Submitted ASOSH and DD-214's
APSR, Motivational statement, resume and VA letters, SF-86 and all educational transcripts.
I understand this is one of if not the most competitive commissioning boards. Being selected on the first try is almost unheard of. I believe my kit is solid. If I am not selected this round I will keep pushing forward and try again next year. Good luck to all candidates and hope to see you in the fleet soon!
