Phil Starcovic
Annapolis,MD
Summary
Digital forensics and cybersecurity professional with over 10 years of experience in cyber operations, threat intelligence, and electronic systems security. Proficient in forensic imaging, log analysis, malware triage, and incident response using tools like Magnet AXIOM, FTK, and Volatility. Proven leader and educator with experience developing hands-on labs and aligning cybersecurity strategy with operational needs. Seeking a mid-level analyst role to apply technical expertise in investigative workflows and secure data handling.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Director, Center for Cyber Security Studies
United States Naval Academy
02.2020 - Current
- Developed and led cybersecurity curriculum improvement, enhancing the learning experience for all students by better integrating SY110 and EC310 into a more connected two-course sequence in cyber operations and digital forensics.
- Integrated cyber defense, forensic investigation, and threat analysis into educational programs for 4,400 students, enhancing their ability to mitigate cyber threats.
- Cultivated strategic partnerships with key government, military, and international academic organizations to enhance global cyber workforce readiness.
Executive Officer
Cryptologic Warfare Activity 66
07.2018 - 02.2020
- Directed administration of a 400-person cyber operations and signals intelligence team reducing the average number of individuals waiting for security clearance from 80 to 30 during my tenure, directly decreasing vacant positions on critical watchfloors and in mission spaces.
- Managed 20+ operational programs, including INFOSEC/OPSEC, cyber policy enforcement, and personnel reliability screening.
- Applied strict procedural oversight and data accountability practices, foundational to digital forensics workflows (secure data collection, chain-of-custody, regulatory compliance).
Deputy Director, Information Operations and Special Programs
U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa
09.2016 - 07.2018
- Planned and executed cybersecurity initiatives across multinational operational theaters.
- Led proactive exploitation operations to uncover organizational vulnerabilities, resulting in fundamental changes to operational practices for secure communications and cyber threat mitigation.
Fleet Information Operations Center Department Head
Navy Information Operations Command Hawaii
11.2015 - 07.2016
- Directed integration of fleet and national signals intelligence with cyber threat indicators to enhance proactive threat warning and defensive posture of deployed assets.
Cryptologic Warfare Officer
U.S. Navy
03.2006 - 11.2015
- Analyzed cryptologic, cybersecurity, and information operations data to identify global threats and vulnerabilities for classified missions.
- Managed classified materials and critical program assets, enforcing strict chain of custody procedures for transfer and storage.
- Applied principles foundational to digital evidence preservation and integrity in handling classified assets.
Education
Master of Science (MS) - Information Warfare Systems Engineering
Naval Postgraduate School
Monterey, California01.2011
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Electrical and Computer Engineering
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH01.2000
Skills
- Digital Forensics Tools: Magnet AXIOM, Registry Explorer, Autopsy (Sleuth Kit), FTK, EnCase, SIFT Workstation
- Memory & Malware Analysis: Volatility Framework
- Network Security & Monitoring: Wireshark, Kali Linux, Nmap, tcpdump
- Cybersecurity Operations & Management: Incident Response, Threat Intelligence, Chain of Custody Procedures, Security Clearance Management (TS/SCI), Risk Assessment & Mitigation, Operational Planning & Execution
- Professional Skills: Technical Report Writing & Documentation, Training & Curriculum Development, Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Productivity Software: Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace
Websites
Certification
- GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE) – Issued 2023-08
- GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) – Issued 2022-04
- Cisco CyberOps Associate – Issued 2024-12
- Cisco IT Essentials – Issued 2024-05
Training
- Educated over 700 midshipmen through 35 sections (average 20 students per section) in advanced cybersecurity and foundational concepts.
- EC310 - Cyber Security II: Applications of Cyber Engineering 2020 – Present United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD
- Instructs midshipmen in advanced cybersecurity topics, including exploit development, network security, and malware analysis.
- Develops and delivers hands-on labs, allowing students to engage with real-world cybersecurity challenges and tools.
- Guides student research projects, fostering analytical thinking and technical problem-solving skills in cybersecurity.
- Integrates emerging threats and techniques into curriculum, keeping students current on cybersecurity best practices.
- SY110 - Cyber Security I: Introduction to Cyber Security 2020 – Present United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD
- Teaches fundamental cybersecurity concepts, covering system vulnerabilities, attack methodologies, and defense.
- Facilitates hands-on exercises where students perform reconnaissance, attacks, defenses, and forensic analysis on information systems.
- Integrates real-world case studies to bridge theoretical knowledge with operational cybersecurity challenges.
- Introduces midshipmen for cybersecurity leadership roles, emphasizing risk management, security policies, and operational decision-making.
Timeline
Deputy Director, Center for Cyber Security Studies
United States Naval Academy
02.2020 - Current
Executive Officer
Cryptologic Warfare Activity 66
07.2018 - 02.2020
Deputy Director, Information Operations and Special Programs
U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa
09.2016 - 07.2018
Fleet Information Operations Center Department Head
Navy Information Operations Command Hawaii
11.2015 - 07.2016
Cryptologic Warfare Officer
U.S. Navy
03.2006 - 11.2015
Master of Science (MS) - Information Warfare Systems Engineering
Naval Postgraduate School
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Electrical and Computer Engineering
The Ohio State University
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