Chris Hogan

About

I am a passionate technology enthusiast with a deep curiosity for understanding how things work. Whether it's dissecting the latest gadgets, exploring new software, or diving into complex systems, I thrive on understanding the mechanics behind technology. My love for innovation fuels my drive to continuously learn and embrace new challenges, making me a perpetual tinkerer and problem-solver in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

Skills

  • IAM familiarity in AD, Azure, and Okta
  • Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing
  • Brocade, Cisco, and Unifi networking experience
  • Experience with PaloAlto and pfSense firewalls
  • Familiarity with Linux, Mac, and Windows
  • Jamf, Kandji, Intune, and Managed Engine MDM experience
  • Experience creating DR plans and processes
  • PHP, PowerShell, Python, and SQL scripting
  • Proxmox and VMware virtualization experience
  • Experience implementing security best practices
  • Understanding of security compliance frameworks
  • Audio Visual system management
  • Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users
  • Stong problem resolution and critical thinking skills

Resume

Work Experience

Systems Administrator

January 2024 - Present

NeuAnalytics, Overland Park, KS

Cloud Systems Engineer

May 2022 - December 2023

Cyderes, Kansas City, MO

  • Administrated internal servers, routers, switches, firewalls, and security devices
  • Worked closely with internal security team to ensure compliance and security objectives
  • Troubleshot internal network, server, O365, and other SaaS application issues
  • Preformed technical upkeep of AWS, Azure, and GCP cloud instances
  • Worked with new and existing vendors to procure hardware and software
  • Conducted root cause analyses, identify appropriate solutions, and implemented them
  • Merged applications and data from multiple legacy systems into one system
  • Setup and maintained monitoring and alerting systems for production environments

Audio Visual Support

August 2019 - May 2022

Fort Hays State University, Hays, KS

  • Assisted with the installation and maintenance of audio visual systems across campus
  • Troubleshot problems with classroom and conference room audio visual systems
  • Assisted with design and installation of audio visual systems in new and existing spaces
  • Kept equipment documentation up to date

Information Technology Intern

May 2019 - August 2019

Fidelity Bank, Wichita, KS

  • Helped upgrade the bank from Windows 7 to 10
  • Troubleshot hardware and software issues
  • Imaged and deployed new systems
  • Assisted with tickets and general IT tasks

Certifications

Thales CipherTrust DSP Professional Engineer

June 2025

This certification validates expertise in CipherTrust DSP functions, device architecture, and usage schemes.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Information Networking and Telecommunications

August 2018 - May 2022

Concentration: Cybersecurity

Fort Hays State University, Hays, KS

I attended FHSU from August 2018 to May 2022. While on my path to obtaining my degree I took classes in Big Data, Cyber Operations, Firewalls, Networking, Programing, and Operating Systems Security. As part of my senior capstone project, I created documentation for Midwest Energy to harden the security of their Cisco devices.

Honors and Activities

Cybersecurity Club, FHSU

January 2019 - May 2022

President: January 2021 - May 2022

I joined the FHSU Cybersecurity Club in January 2019 as one of the founding members before taking over as President in January 2021. While in the club I participated in National Cyber League and other competitive capture the flag events. As president, I was in charge of coordinating our Oktoberfest fundraiser that raised over $4000 for the club in Fall of 2021. I also organized a trip to BSides in Kansas City where members were able to learn more about the Cybersecurity industry.

NCL Results:

  • Fall 2021 Individual Game: 79th percentile
  • Fall 2021 Team Game: 88th percentile
  • Spring 2022 Individual Game: 78th percentile
  • Spring 2022 Team Game: 92nd percentile

Eagle Scout

April 2017

For my Eagle Scout project I built 5 Little Free Libraries for StepStone Ministries in Wichita, KS. I also served as Senior Patrol Leader from August 2015 to August 2017.