Blake Kershner

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About Blake Kershner

Naturally curious, I enjoy researching history, paying attention to world events, traveling and new technologies. Movies and video games are another thing I enjoy. Hoping to travel more in the future; Italy has been my favorite, my mother wants to retire there. Working for Data Dimensions prior military, we contracted with the VA and digitalized veterans' medical paperwork. Held my first clearance and further developed my analytical and problem-solving skills. Troubleshooting and problem solving, as well as attention to detail were paramount. I joined the military as an Infantry soldier in the U.S. Army; having the honor to have served in Caisson conducting about 200 high honor funerals in Arlington National Cemetery. There I received the Caisson badge, the the 2nd rarest badge in the Army they say. This was volunteer with a rigorous tryout in which I mastered riding a horse and pressing my uniforms daily. This grew me from more than someone trained physically, but someone who is mentally mature and professional. I gave tours to high profile VIPs and their families, even meeting a Senator from Iowa, growing my communication skills. While working long hours, I went to school for Intelligence, a major goal of mine. During school, I also learned to use various software and resources online for fun. I then was accepted into the SkillBridge NPower where I enhanced my skills with in depth training via labs and tests in Cybersecurity to include Linux, Splunk, and CompTIA Security +. These certifications were hard work and I look forward to gaining more; as well as a Master degree. Just a few weeks after my last day in the Army in April of 2024, I accepted my new job offer and have been there since. I love my new job with TekSynap and the people there. I have gained so much knowledge, and have become very efficient and highly competent Tier 2 tech there. I value the customers and their reviews, as well as ensuring not only my tasks are done, but any extra work there may be as well such as helping my coworkers with their tickets. I aspire to advance into another field in IT eventually and I am confident with enough hard work I will get there.