Demarcus Hysten has over 5 years of experience in the United States Army, including serving as a Senior Military Intelligence Squad Leader and Intelligence Analyst. He has a secret security clearance and possesses skills in electronics repair, data analysis, leadership, computer literacy, and policy implementation from his military experience. Currently, Hysten works as a self-employed musician and artist in Colorado Springs and has volunteered over 100 hours at local schools and for homeless and veteran organizations. He aims to leverage his analytical and leadership abilities in a new civilian career.