Cory Wingate
Network Operations Warrant Officer
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Recognized for reliability and adaptability, with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Network Operations Warrant Officer
US Army Signal Activity-Roberts
Camp Roberts, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams for complex IT projects, consistently delivering results on time and within budget constraints.
- Mentored junior personnel, fostering a cohesive unit focused on achieving organizational goals.
- Implemented cybersecurity protocols, maintaining the integrity of classified information systems and data assets.
- Supervised USASA-Roberts Network Enterprise Center (NEC) department, leading network management, change management, and IT project operations.
Unit Hub Node OIC
2nd Infantry Division
Camp Humphreys, Korea
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Oversaw the operation and maintenance of the 2nd Infantry Division's Unit Hub Node and Deployable Ku/Ka Earth Terminal (DKET) SATCOM systems, ensuring tactical users had connectivity to DoDIN-A services.
- Handled numerous sensitive COMSEC equipment items, ensuring proper storage conditions during transport for optimal preservation of contents.
- Identified technical network issues, implemented troubleshooting actions, and restored several critical service outages.
SATCOM Maintenance Chief
NATO Headquarters
Naples, Italy
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Enhanced SATCOM equipment reliability by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
- Fostered an environment of section collaboration through effective communication and joint multi-cultural problem-solving efforts.
- Maintained compliance with NATO regulations by staying current on best practices, updating standard operating procedures as needed, and conducting inspections.
- Optimized spare parts inventory levels through diligent monitoring and strategic procurement practices.
Army Recruiter
Madison Recruiting Company
Madison, WI
09.2014 - 09.2017
- Built strong relationships with internal and external applicants to ensure an excellent enlistment experience.
- Conducted phone and in-person interviews to assess applicants' relevant knowledge, skills, experience, and aptitudes.
- Assisted with onboarding and orientation of new applicants to expedite the military accession process.
- Implemented innovative prospecting strategies that led to the discovery of top talent in competitive markets.
- Monitored recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement and implemented changes accordingly.
- Advertised military benefits and job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
JTF Package Team Leader
Joint Communications Support Element
Macdill, AFB, FL
05.2010 - 08.2014
- Led a deployable communications package team in support of Joint Task Force (JTF) missions, providing rapid-response tactical and strategic communications to joint and coalition operations worldwide.
- Managed end-to-end setup, integration, and operation of expeditionary communications systems, including SATCOM, voice, data, and secure networking technologies.
- Directed team operations in high-stress, time-sensitive environments—ensuring 24/7 mission readiness and system uptime for critical command and control functions.
- Provided Tier 1 and Tier 2 troubleshooting for classified and unclassified networks, improving mission assurance and minimizing downtime across diverse platforms.
- Coordinated with multi-branch units and interagency partners to tailor communications architecture for various global contingency scenarios.
- Conducted site surveys, risk assessments, and system validation to ensure cyber and physical security compliance during deployments and exercises.
- Mentored junior team members in tactical IT systems, cybersecurity best practices, and communications protocol adherence.
SATCOM Systems Operator-Maintainer
US Army
04.2008 - 04.2010
- Operated strategic and tactical SATCOM systems supporting ARCENT and CJTF missions across the CENTCOM AOR.
- Installed, aligned, and troubleshot satellite terminals, RF systems, and encryption devices to maintain 24/7 connectivity.
- Delivered Tier-1 support for NIPR, SIPR, CXI, and JWICS networks, managing satellite links for remote and forward-deployed users.
- Performed routine and emergency maintenance on modems, TACLANEs, and RF/baseband equipment to ensure high system availability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity Technology
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, Maryland05.2025
Skills
- Operations Management
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Team building
- Technical expertise
Teamwork and collaboration
Self motivation
Project management
Adaptability and flexibility
Continuous improvement
Certification
Network Associate, Cisco, 07/01/19, 02/01/28
Timeline
Network Operations Warrant Officer
US Army Signal Activity-Roberts
07.2023 - Current
Unit Hub Node OIC
2nd Infantry Division
06.2021 - 05.2023
SATCOM Maintenance Chief
NATO Headquarters
10.2017 - 03.2020
Army Recruiter
Madison Recruiting Company
09.2014 - 09.2017
JTF Package Team Leader
Joint Communications Support Element
05.2010 - 08.2014
SATCOM Systems Operator-Maintainer
US Army
04.2008 - 04.2010
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity Technology
University of Maryland Global Campus
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