Josh Durand
Experience:
I am attending an intensive 17-week program provided by Microsoft covering PowerShell Administration, Windows Server Core, Linux Administration, Azure, Cloud Security, and Cybersecurity Operations. During the program I am honing my skills of Azure and cloud security, enabling me to effectively manage and secure cloud-based infrastructures.
2023 : Present
Microsoft
Cybersecurity Operations Participant, MSSA
I am serving as the Aviation Safety Officer were I am responsible for the overall safety program. The program is designed to help identify work hazards, accident trends, and to aid in creating a safer work environment to limit injuries to personnel and damage to equipment. I act as the senior safety advisor for my director (commander) and to ensure that all personnel are receiving the proper training required to prepare themselves for whatever missions must be performed.
2022 :
US Army
Aviation Safety Officer
I served as a Pilot-in-Command(PIC) and Air Mission Commander(AMC) of the AH-64D Apache. I was responsible for the day-to-day training, coaching, and mentoring of new pilots. As an AMC, I was responsible for managing and leading up to six helicopters during team operations. During these operations I was responsible for multiple types of helicopters.
2016 : 2022
US Army
Helicopter Pilot
I attended Army Flight School where I learned basic rotary wing flight in the TH-67 and OH-58 A/C. The intensive insctruction included basic flight maneuvers, instrument flying, and map navigation. After completion of basic flight training, I completed advanced flight training in the AH-64D Apache graduating flight school as a commercially rated helicopter pilot.
2014 : 2016
US Army
Army Flight School Trainee
I was responsible for preparing threat vulnerability assessments, intelligence estimates during planning, and acting as the subject matter expert for collection of digital forensics and biometrics while conducting multi-national and joint operations. I performed purple and red team operations during wargaming for missions and was instrumental in identifying issues and developing contingencies to provide a thorough plan for success. I performed digital forensics on computers, cell phones, and external storage devices using tools such as Cellebrite, Cellex, and EnCase to locate and recover information expanding the scope of operations. The threat vulnerability assessments I prepared allowed for the safe planning, implementation, and execution of emergency procedures for facilities.
2010 : 2014
US Army
Intelligence Manager
Company: Microsoft
As an aviation safety officer, I was responsible for the overall safety program of my unit, which involved identifying work hazards, accident trends, and creating a safer work environment to limit injuries and damage. In my role as the Intelligence specialist on a team I was the subject matter expert for digital forensics and threat analysis. Prior to that role I served as the communications specialist and handled all setup, tear down, and maintenance for communications and networking equipment. These roles have enabled me to develop strong leadership, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, which I believe are essential for cybersecurity professionals. Additionally, I have acquired multiple certifications in cybersecurity, such as CompTIA Security+, GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies (GFACT), Security Essentials Certification (GSEC), Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), and skills in digital forensics (GCFA), cybersecurity incident response, and cybersecurity tools.
Profile Photo
