Brett K. Fry
Proven leader with over 20 years’ experience planning and implementing technology solutions for military and enterprise operations. Expert at directing network operations and cyberspace defence programmes while aligning policy guidance, stakeholder needs and resource requirements. Skilled at communicating strategic priorities to executive leadership and overseeing policies and procedures across diverse teams.
- Leadership & Management
- Project & Programme Management
- C4ISR & Enterprise IT Planning
- Cybersecurity & Defensive Operations
- Training & Education
- Cloud & Automation
Master of Science in Information Security Engineering
SANS Technology Institute – 2019–2022
Completed a rigorous graduate program focusing on advanced cybersecurity engineering. Coursework included Cyber Threat Intelligence, Hacker Tools & Techniques, Implementing & Auditing CIS Critical Controls, Continuous Monitoring & Security Operations and Intrusion Detection In‑Depth. Earned 37 graduate credits with a cumulative GPA of 3.55.
Post‑Baccalaureate Certificate in Cyber Defense Operations
SANS Technology Institute – 2023–2024
Specialized certificate program covering advanced defensive techniques. Courses included Continuous Monitoring & Security Operations, Defensible Security Architecture & Engineering, Security Operations & Analysis, Cloud Security Attacker Techniques and Purple Team Tactics. Earned 12 credits with a cumulative GPA of 3.33.
Bachelor of Science – Computer & Information Science and Digital Media & Web Technology
University of Maryland Global Campus – Conferred Dec 2015
Double major completed with a 4.0 GPA, awarded Summa Cum Laude. Curriculum combined computer science theory with practical web development and digital media skills. Recognized on the Dean’s List.
Associate of Arts in General Studies – Computer Studies Curriculum
University of Maryland Global Campus – Conferred Dec 2015
Focused on foundational computer studies, earning a 4.0 GPA.
- GIAC Defending Advanced Threats (GDAT) – Analyst No. 2504; obtained Apr 28 2024; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Open Source Intelligence Certification (GOSI) – Analyst No. 1406; obtained Feb 16 2024; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Cloud Threat Detection (GCTD) – Analyst No. 189; obtained Nov 13 2023; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Certified Web Application Defender (GWEB) – Analyst No. 1364; obtained Jul 23 2023; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Security Operations Certified (GSOC) – Analyst No. 650; obtained Jun 18 2023; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Assessing and Auditing Wireless Networks (GAWN) – Analyst No. 3340; obtained May 23 2022; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Defensible Security Architect Certification (GDSA) – Analyst No. 1190; obtained Mar 14 2022; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT) – Analyst No. 8937; obtained Aug 6 2021; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Certified Project Manager (GCPM) – Analyst No. 692; obtained Jan 1 2021; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Certified Windows Security Administrator (GCWN) – Analyst No. 4021; obtained Dec 4 2019; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Security Leadership (GSLC) – Analyst No. 10237; obtained Aug 9 2019; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA) – Analyst No. 15063; obtained Jan 10 2019; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification (GMON) – Analyst No. 1590; obtained May 29 2018; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI) – Analyst No. 241; obtained May 16 2018; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Critical Controls Certification (GCCC) – Analyst No. 1118; obtained Apr 27 2018; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE) – Analyst No. 3705; obtained Jul 18 2017; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Systems and Network Auditor Certification (GSNA) – Analyst No. 4851; obtained Jul 6 2017; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Penetration Tester Certification (GPEN) – Analyst No. 11582; obtained Jun 17 2017; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst Certification (GCIA) – Analyst No. 12012; obtained Apr 10 2017; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler Certification (GCIH) – Analyst No. 29316; obtained Mar 23 2017; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Python Coder (GPYC) – Analyst No. 136; obtained Mar 14 2017; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED) – Analyst No. 2509; obtained Feb 17 2017; expires Apr 30 2028.
- GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) – Analyst No. 40125; obtained Jan 20 2017; expires Apr 30 2028.
- SUSE Certified Linux Administrator – SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11, completed May 4 2016.
- CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPI (and LPIC‑1) – completed May 3 2016.
- EC‑Council Certified Digital Marketer – issued Mar 14 2016.
- EC‑Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) – issued Sep 22 2015.
- EC‑Council Certified Network Defense Architect (CNDA) – issued Sep 22 2015.
- CompTIA Network+ (CE) and Security+ (CE) – recognized Dec 28 2015.
- Cisco Certified Academy Instructor (CCAI) – qualified to teach the Cisco Networking Academy CCNA curriculum.
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) – valid through Apr 2 2014.
- Earlier CompTIA Network+ and Security+ certifications (earned in 2007).
- DoD Mission Assurance Assessment Course – 40 hours, Defense Threat Reduction Agency; Sep 19–23 2022.
- Cyber Common Technical Core Course – 342 hours, U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence; May 11 – Jul 14 2020.
- Army Information Operations Planners’ Course (AIOPC) – 80 hours; awarded P4 Additional Skill Identifier; Jan 6–17 2020.
- Joint Command, Control, Communications & Computers (C4) Planners Course – 160 hours; Oct 16 – Nov 13 2019.
- AEHF Mission Planning Element COMMO Tactical Course – 120 hours; Aug 12 – Aug 30 2019; Honor Graduate.
- Antiterrorism Officer Basic Course – 40 hours; Mar 18 – 22 2019.
- U.S. Army Master Leader Course – 112 hours; graduated Nov 27 2018.
- Cyber Network Defender Senior Leader Course (SLC 230‑25D40‑C46) – 352 hours; Apr 9 – Jun 1 2018; Commandant’s List.
- Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) Management Client (MGC) Operator Course – 80 hours; Oct 16–27 2017.
- Cyber Network Defender Course 230‑25D30 – 528 hours; Jan 3 – Apr 13 2017; Distinguished Graduate.
- COMSEC Account Manager Course – 70 hours; Nov 28 – Dec 8 2016.
- Information Technology Specialist Senior Leader Course – 366 hours; Aug 2 – Sep 20 2016; Commandant’s List.
- Certified Authorization Professional (CAP‑RMF/eMass) Training – 5 days; Mar 18 2016.
- Signal Digital Master Gunner Course – 208 hours; Aug 2012 – Sep 2012.
- Information Technology Specialist Advanced Leader Course – 578 hours; Aug 23 – Oct 19 2011; Honor Graduate.
Lead Defensive Cyber Operations Analyst/Planner
USAFRICOM – Defensive Cyber Operations | Stuttgart, Germany | Sep 2021 – Present
- Lead a 27‑member cyber threat hunting and defensive cyber operations (DCO) team within a joint/combattant command environment, developing proactive cyber threat detection strategies and ensuring mission‑critical security resilience.
- Develop and implement red/blue team exercises to evaluate defenses and educate stakeholders on emerging adversary tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs).
- Coordinate incident response activities, collaborating with intelligence, policy and engineering teams to remediate vulnerabilities and strengthen cyber posture.
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