Tristen Baylis is currently serving as a C4I Systems Analyst at C4 Planning Solutions, LLC, since April 2024. Previously, Tristen worked as an Emerging Technology Researcher at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence from September 2023 to March 2024. Prior military experience includes a role as a Satellite Communications Operator with the United States Marine Corps from June 2018 to August 2023, where Tristen led teams in configuring satellite communications systems and briefed operations staff on mission details. Additional positions held include IT Asset Management Analyst and KMI Security Custodian, overseeing teams in the management of IT assets and the security of cryptographic materials, respectively. Tristen also participated in a ServiceNow Skillbridge program earlier in 2023. Tristen is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity Technologies at the University of Maryland Global Campus, expected to graduate in 2024.