SUMMARY:

• Accomplished Systems Administrator with a Bachelor’s of Science in Computer Information Systems, Information System Security concentration, along with 14 years of experience including Helpdesk, Technical Support, Network Support and Systems Administration, providing a well - rounded background of technical skills, customer service, and practical experience necessary to succeed in the rapidly growing field of Information Security.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Networking Concepts: Networking Fundamentals: Network Types, Topologies, LAN/WAN Protocols, Core Network Devices. IP Concepts: Packets and Addresses, Service Ports, Protocols: TCP, UDP, ICMP, DNS. Virtualization Technologies: Implementation, Interaction, Integration into a physical computing environment.

Defense InDepth: Core concepts: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability, Risk Modeling, Authentication versus Authorization, and understanding vulnerabilities. Computer Security Policies: Elements, Policies as Insurance, Roles and Responsibilities. Contingency and Continuity Planning: Business Continuity Planning, Disaster Recovery Planning, Business Impact analysis. Access Control, Data classification, Authentication, Authorization, and Accountability, Mandatory and Discretionary Access Control. Password Management: Password Cracking for Windows and Linux, Alternate Forms of Authentication including Tokens, Biometric, Multi-Factor Authentication. Understanding of Single Sign-On and RADIUS. Incident Response, Advanced Persistent Threats, Asymmetric Warfare, Offensive Goals, Attack Strategies and Methods, Adversarial thinking, In-Depth Understanding of the Mitnick-Shimomura Attack. Understanding of current observed attack methods in use today.

Internet Security Technologies: Vulnerability Scanning, Prioritization, and Remediation. Building a Network Visibility Map, Host Identification, Port Scanning, Vulnerability Scanning, Penetration Testing. Web Security, Web Communication, Web Security Protocols, Active Content, Cracking Web Applications, Web Application Defenses. Firewalls and Perimeters: Types, Pros/Cons, Firewall Placement, Packet filtering, Stateful and Stateless Firewalls, and Proxies. Honeypots, Forensics use, Honeynets, Honey Tokens. Host-Based Protection: Intrusion Prevention, Tripwire, Pros and Cons. Network based Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Deployment Strategies, Development and Advances, Snort, Pros and cons. Wireless Emissions Mapping (Wardriving) using Kismet/Giskismet with Google Earth Integration.

Secure Communications: Understanding of Cryptography, Needs for Cryptography, Types of Encryption, Symmetric and Asymmetric, Remote Access Applications, VPNs, PKI, Digital s and Key Escrow. Steganography, Types, Applications, Detection. Critical Security Controls, Implementing, Auditing. Risk Assessment and Auditing, Risk Approaches, Calculating, Single Loss Expectancy, Average Loss Expectancy

Windows Security: Active Directory: Domain Users and Groups, Kerberos, NTLMv2, Smart Cards, Forests and Trusts, Group Policy. Windows Service Packs, Patches, and Backups: Patch Installation, Automatic Updates, Windows Server Update Services, Windows Backup, System Restore, Device Driver Rollback. Windows Permissions and User Rights: NTFS Permissions, File and Print Sharing Service, Sharing Folders, BitLocker Drive Encryption. Windows Security Policies and Templates: Group Policy Objects, Password Policy, Lockout Policy, Anonymous Access, Software Restriction Policies. Securing Windows Network Services: Firewalls and Packet Filtering, IPSec and VPNs, Wireless Networking, Security Configuration Wizard, Remote Desktop Protocol. Auditing and Automation: Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer, SECEDIT.EXE, Windows Event Logs, NTFS and Registry Auditing, IIS Logging, Creating System Baselines, Scripting Tools, Scheduling Jobs

Unix/Linux Security: Familiarity with common Linux Distributions including Kali Linux for Security Assessments and Penetration Testing. Process starting and stopping, Networking in Linux, Process Information, Understanding Directory Hierarchy, Partitions and OS Installation. Linux Permissions and User Accounts: Setting/Changing Permissions, SUID and SGID, Controlling Access, Root vs User Accounts, Setting Password Controls, Pluggable authentication module (PAM). Linux OS Security: Dangerous Services, Helpful Services, Running and Stopping Programs, Configuration Changes and Restarting Services, File System Permissions, Ownership and Systems, Mounting Drives. Maintenance, Monitoring, and Auditing Linux: Common causes of compromise, Patching, Backing up Data, Syslog, Analyzing log files, and other methods of logging. Linux Security Tools, File Integrity Verifications, Chkrootkit, CIS Hardening Guides, Bastille Linux, Sniffers, Snort.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential, NJ

Systems Administrator/Information System Security Officer

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of Active Directory Domain Controllers, critical servers, and core services for the 1,500 user FSSNET Commercial Network.
• Implemented Windows Deployment Toolkit and Windows Deployment Server Roles within our environment to update and standardize a baseline Windows 8.1 image for network wide deployment.
• Enforce Confidential Security Best Practices in an effort to maintain a secure Commercial (FSSNET) and Military (NIPRNet) computer network.
• Installed and initialized Windows Server 2012 Datacenter Edition and appropriate Network Storage Hardware for user network share implementation project.
• Perform the duties of Client Service Technician, Information Assurance Officer, Telephone Control Officer, and Functional Systems Administrator as needed to support the mission of the 87th Force Support Squadron
• Initiate and see to the conclusion of projects that don’t fit within our usual day-to-day business such as the repair of CCTV Security Cameras and Digital Video Recorders to reinforce our physical security posture.
• Provide technical insight into ongoing or upcoming projects within the 87th FSS, in an effort to best determine our internal customer’s needs, so we may continue to provide premium service from the Confidential ’s largest FSS.

Confidential, NJ

Desktop Support Technician/Information System Security Officer

Responsibilities:

• Support the Internal Customers of the 87th Force Support Squadron in their day-to-day technology needs across the entire Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.
• Repair, install, or update desktop hardware, software, and network devices, and printers as appropriate based on customer needs, Confidential Desktop Lifecycle deployment schedule, or as system issues are reported.
• Ensure Confidential Security Best Practices are upheld and adhered to by our internal customers in an effort to maintain a secure Commercial (FSSNET) and Military (NIPRNet) computer network.
• Participate in the completion of projects in an effort to improve overall quality of life for all mobilizing and demobilizing troops, the primary customer base of the services provided by the 87th FSS.

Confidential, NJ

Program Lead

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the creation and development of a recreational paintball program.
• Maintain rental equipment to ensure continued function of hardware.
• Ensure safe operation of High Pressure Confidential s stored at up to 4500 PSI.
• Train Recreational Aids in day-to-day operations of running a Paintball Field.
• Balance a safe and fun playing environment in an effort to retain existing customers, and bring in new customers as appropriate.

Confidential, Monmouth Junction, NJ

Global Technology Services Helpdesk Intern

Responsibilities:

• Support customers via telephone, e-mail, remote desktop connection & in person troubleshooting of business hardware and primary and secondary business applications used in day to day operations of the company.
• Update and maintain the in-house Knowledge Base to ensure accuracy and reflect current business practices and standards in order to provide employees of the company a high level of quality service in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot remote access VPN applications and secure authentication methods in use by employees based out of our global offices, including verifying the identity of callers to maintain network integrity.
• Maintain in house Visual Basic applications to facilitate communications and provide technical troubleshooting to our staff; to further support our business objectives of providing rapid response and results to customers.
• Develop Microsoft Visio diagrams of call flow and process flow for troubleshooting common business problems, proper call escalation, and ticket flow diagrams to demonstrate proper issue routing.

Confidential, North Brunswick, NJ

LAN Support Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for student, staff, and faculty hardware restoration Images, including software updates and campus wide restoration every 15 weeks, along with the deployment of system security updates.
• Administered hardware repair and replacement using Gateway’s Siebel Service Request System for part replacement.
• Provided support in the resolution of problems throughout the campus networks, including hardware and software based repairs.
• Trained student workers in domain account administration, physical & digital security best practices and technical support of students, staff, and faculty.
• Managed and supported Student Worker/Part Time Employee staff during night and weekend shifts.
• Developed and maintained an internal knowledgebase website, designed for faster problem resolution.

Confidential, North Brunswick, NJ

Part Time Level III Lab Assistant

Responsibilities:

• Supported wireless security systems including domain authentication via BlueSocket BlueSecure Wireless Access Hardware.
• Developed familiarity for a variety of physical asset protection methods including specialized bolts & cable lock systems for securing laptops, desktops, and flat panel displays to desks and lab benches.
• Documented best practices for a variety of applications used by students, staff, and faculty across the campus.
• Trained new student employees to familiarize them with day to day operations of the department.

Confidential, Kearny, NJ

Student LAN Technician

Responsibilities:

• Learned entry level network system and client maintenance, introducing the basics of Physical and Digital Security on a live network, including student computer labs, specialized labs, and individual classroom systems.
• Introduced to asset protection and management concepts.
• Gained experience with Norton Ghost for system backup and restoration.