Fayetteville Technical Community College
Associate in Applied Science
Computer Information Technology, Networking Management
Graduated 2021whoami
Robert Bush
Cybersecurity Student IT Professional
IT professional with more than 20 years of hands-on experience in technical support, networking, systems administration, hardware troubleshooting, web development, and customer-facing technology support. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Information and Cybersecurity Operations at ECPI University, specializing in cybersecurity.
Technical SupportNetwork ManagementWeb DevelopmentCybersecurity
Explore my security work
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Built on infrastructure.
Focused on security.
I'm Robert Bush, an experienced IT professional with more than 20 years of hands-on experience in technical support, networking, systems administration, hardware troubleshooting, web development, and customer-facing technology support.
I earned my Associate in Applied Science in Computer Information Technology, Networking Management from Fayetteville Technical Community College and am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Information and Cybersecurity Operations at ECPI University, specializing in cybersecurity.
My background is rooted in an established IT career supporting people, systems, and infrastructure. I am building on that experience as I expand my expertise in cybersecurity, network security, security operations, and hands-on security learning.
ECPI University
Bachelor of Science
Information and Cybersecurity Operations, specializing in cybersecurity
In progress · Expected December 2027Relevant completed coursework
- Microsoft 365 Administration
- Network Scripting
- Introduction to Cloud Solutions
- Windows Client and Server Lab
- Introduction to Python Programming Lab
- Network Protocols and Services Lab
Upcoming coursework
Future courses (not yet completed):
- Advanced Windows Server and Lab Dec 2026 - Jan 2027
- Advanced Linux Administration and Lab Jan - Feb 2027
- Advanced Cybersecurity with AI Mar - Apr 2027
- Introduction to Data Handling Mar - Apr 2027
- Advanced Defense and Countermeasures Apr - May 2027
- Advanced Cybersecurity Lab Apr - May 2027
- Ethical Hacking and Lab May - Jun 2027
professional experience
Experience
April 2023 - Present
Director of Technology | Board of Directors
Signature Stars - The Hammer Deaf Expo · Nonprofit Organization
- Serve on the Board of Directors as Director of Technology for Signature Stars, a nonprofit organization supporting the annual Hammer Deaf Expo and Deaf community initiatives.
- Lead IT operations, web development, and technology planning for the organization.
- Administer and maintain Microsoft 365, websites, web hosting, domains, email services, backups, and website security.
- Provide technical support for board members, volunteers, and event staff.
- Develop technical documentation and technology solutions that improve communication, accessibility, and event readiness.
November 2022 - December 2023
Service Technician III / Level IV
Systel Distribution Center
- Diagnosed and repaired business equipment, including multifunction printers and copiers.
- Performed firmware updates, LAN/WAN troubleshooting, equipment configuration, and field technical support.
July 2022 - November 2022
Educational Director
Code Ninjas
- Taught programming and web development concepts, including Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, C#, C, and Lua.
- Managed technical documentation, troubleshooting guides, and operational processes.
2012 - 2013
Technical Support Specialist II
CSDVRS, LLC
- Provided Tier II technical support for videophones, networking equipment, and connectivity issues.
- Documented technical resolutions and participated in product testing.
2004 - 2010
Sales & Technical Support Specialist
Sorenson Communications
- Installed videophones and networking equipment for more than 5,000 customers across the southeastern United States.
- Trained customers on installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
honors & awards
Recognition
- First PlacePhi Beta Lambda Website Development - North Carolina State Leadership Conference
- Ninth PlacePhi Beta Lambda Website Development - National Leadership Conference
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Technical toolkit
A practical foundation spanning infrastructure, administration, programming, and security.
Networking
- Cisco networking
- LAN/WAN and TCP/IP
- Routers and switches
- Wireless networks and VPNs
- Network troubleshooting
Systems and IT
- Microsoft 365 administration
- Windows client and server
- Technical support
- Hardware troubleshooting
- Web hosting and domains
- Email administration
Development
- Python, JavaScript, PHP
- HTML5 and CSS3
- C#, C, and Lua
- WordPress and web development
- Databases and network scripting
Cybersecurity
- Cybersecurity fundamentals
- Network security
- Security operations
- Ethical hacking club participation
- Hands-on security learning
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Security in practice
Training, community involvement, and team-based competition experience.
01 / community
Red Team Recon
Member of ECPI University's Red Team Recon Ethical Hacking Club.
ACTIVE MEMBER
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Hands-on platforms
Active cybersecurity training through:
TryHackMeHack The BoxSkillbitNational Cyber League
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National Cyber League
Fall 2026 Team Game
Our team placed 93rd out of 3,034 teams in the Standard Student Bracket.
2,910of 3,000 points93.2%team accuracy98.2%completion
NCL Fall 2026 Player badge · Click image to enlarge
NCL Fall 2026 scout report · Click image to enlarge
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TryHackMe
The Cyber Trials · November 2026
With ECPI University's Red Team Recon Ethical Hacking Club, the team placed 11th, completing 9 of 12 challenges and earning 1,440 XP.
11thteam placement9/12challenges1,440XP earned
Certificate of Participation · issued November 13, 2026 · Click image to enlarge
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Credentials & Certifications
Selected credentials from Robert Bush's reviewed Credly Badge Wallet and supplied certificates.
Cybersecurity
Pre Security (SECO)
Issuer: TryHackMe
Issued: August 2, 2026
Type: Training badge
Networking & Infrastructure
CCNA: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation
Issuer: Cisco Networking Academy
Issued: March 9, 2021
Type: Coursework badge
CCNA: Introduction to Networks
Issuer: Cisco Networking Academy
Issued: May 14, 2020
Type: Coursework badge
CCNA: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials
Issuer: Cisco Networking Academy
Issued: May 14, 2020
Type: Coursework badge
Cisco badges represent Networking Academy coursework and are not presented as professional CCNA certifications.
Cloud & Microsoft Technologies
MS-900 Exam Preparation: Microsoft 365 Fundamentals
Issuer: QA Ltd
Issued: October 2026
Type: Certificate of Achievement - exam preparation training
Verify Credential View certificate PDFThis is exam preparation training and is not an official Microsoft certification.
AI, Programming & Technical Training
Fundamentals of Deep Learning
Issuer: NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute
Issued: July 31, 2026
Type: Certificate of Competency
Certificate ID: 1tO0Ys3ITkGJkXM3sgBKrQ
View certificate PDF
Data Visualization Using Python
Issuer: IBM
Issued: September 28, 2021
Type: Course badge
Python for Data Science
Issuer: IBM
Issued: September 26, 2021
Type: Course badge
Three certificates of participation from two-hour Skillbit Flash CTF competitions.
08 / 2026Certificate of ParticipationIssuer: Skillbit · Type: Certificate of Participation · Issued August 27, 2026 · View certificate PDF
09 / 2026Certificate of ParticipationIssuer: Skillbit · Type: Certificate of Participation · Issued September 24, 2026 · View certificate PDF
10 / 2026Certificate of ParticipationIssuer: Skillbit · Type: Certificate of Participation · Issued October 29, 2026 · View certificate PDF
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Let's connect.
For professional inquiries, email contact@robertbush.dev or connect through the profiles below.
