Daniel Hester is a skilled network engineer currently employed at Flint International, providing professional services support as a Ciena Partner Employee since September 2023. With extensive experience in various roles, Daniel has previously held positions at Capgemini Engineering as a Senior Connectivity & Network Engineer and at Leidos as a DWDM/Transport Subject Matter Expert, where responsibilities included training and advising personnel on advanced network systems. Daniel is also an active inductee in the Order of the Sword and Shield and a member of Project Transition USA, a non-profit organization focused on aiding transitioning military veterans in finding civilian careers. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Network Operations and Security from Western Governors University and an Associate in Applied Science in Information Systems Technology from the Community College of the Air Force.