Summary

Extremely well-rounded and competent technical leader with over fifteen years of expertise in security, Networking, Systems Administration, and management. Focused on leveraging technology to efficiently achieve business goals while minimizing risks. Passionate about weaving security best practices into all aspects of business and IT processes. Effective at building cohesive teams. Adept at evaluating business requirements and processes, determining system specifications, and building customized functionality that best serves client needs. Proven history of managing multi-scale, multi-stage projects. Strong talent for re-engineering organizations to eliminate poorly-performing processes and systems, replacing them with streamlined technologies. Active Top Secret

PROFFESIONAL EXPEREINCE

Confidential

• Responsible for managing a team of information assurance engineers that support DIACAP/NIST implementations related to Data Center Consolidation efforts
• Responsible for the oversight of all aspects of Information Assurance functions to include: policies compliance/development, processes, audit management review, analysis, reporting, in-depth analysis accounts management, mitigation recommendations, incident reporting and staff training
• Provided security assistance in the stand-up, review, audit, certification and accreditation, and wind-down of unclassified and classified IT systems
• Coordinated with the C A personnel contractors and government on issues concerning accreditations
• Identified and improved existing C A processes currently being used in support of Data Center Consolidation project
• Conducted vulnerability scans using a variety of scanners such as Retina, Nessus and Qualys
• Functioned as a Navy Validator acting on behalf of the Navy Certifying Authority CA to ensure Navy Information Technology IT systems meet Information Assurance IA requirements as prescribed by DIACAP

Confidential

Sr. Information Security Specialist responsible for the overall implementation of federal governance and compliance initiatives.

• Worked directly with the CISO as a part of the Enterprise Security Management team to develop all FISMA compliance polices and guidelines to be used across the university
• Implemented automated vulnerability and configuration management practices for all government sponsored programs
• Responsible for developing a scalable and sustainable FISMA compliance program across the university
• Conducted risk based assessments for the establishment of baseline security practices and policies
• Increased organizational awareness by educating end users and staff members on FISMA related issues
• Collaborated with engineering personnel to identify strategic solutions for future system integrations
• Communicated detailed description of all relevant information security issues to executive leadership
• Performed routine vulnerability scans for all FISMA related systems that included a variety of IT platforms

Confidential

Technical Project Lead responsible for the overall information security posture for a variety of Department of Defense DoD information systems.

• Managed a diverse IT security team comprised of software developers, network engineers, system administrators in relation to Data Center Migration taskings
• Managed both co-located as well as dispersed teams, producing status reports and resolving day-to-day issues.
• Led project initiatives by developing system security architecture and security strategies that allowed the control of specific data flows between different enclaves for a variety of user groups.
• Project lead for a variety of certification and accreditation documentation projects that include the development of: Risk Assessments, System Security Plans, Contingency Plans, NIST Self-Assessments.
• Principal IT security consultant for development of IT Security strategies on several DoD programs and projects.
• Established credibility and rapport with senior DoD program managers and stakeholders at multiple levels, including those external to the organization by maintaining regular communication.
• Crafted weekly project status reports per PMO templates tailored content and presentation for various stakeholder levels VP, director, senior manager, customer .
• Performed project risk management strategies by identifying project risks and developing the required mitigation approaches. Continuously monitored project activities for future occurrences of risks, and advised project team members and stakeholders of actions required or completed.
• Developed project lessons learned documentation at the completion of all projects. Utilized past experiences to effectively apply lessons learned in subsequent projects.
• Effectively managed and motivated project team members by resolving conflicts, and providing routine performance feedbacks.
• Repeatedly met project requirements by delivering a quality solution, on time and within the planned budget.

Confidential

Information Security Specialist Project Lead that develops and maintains the overall security posture of government client systems.

• Project Lead for complex IT-related technical projects. Assisted Government Program Managers with project/task planning task monitoring progress reporting and problem solving.
• Developed comprehensive training plan for team members, encouraging continuous learning opportunities in related career field.
• On the job experience performing IT based risk assessments and internal audits.
• Performs vulnerability scans for Department of Defense systems and services in accordance to DISA and NIST guidelines.
• Directed the planning and implementation of security controls designed to mitigate risk in relation to critical business functions that are susceptible to security breaches and disasters.
• Instrumental in developing and maintaining the certification and accreditation of government information systems.
• Conducts research of information systems security technology subjects, develops and writes information and position papers, recommends new policy tenets, and analyzes impact of emerging policies and initiatives.
• Fosters information security awareness among Federal and Contractor employees by ensuring information systems and networks provide secure procedures and practices alerting employees of emerging threats.
• Experienced with implementing NIST publications and guidelines, including NIST's 800 series
• Familiarity with information assurance security tools e.g. Retina, Nessus, Nmap and Security Content Automation Protocol SCAP scanners.
• Builds comprehensive security-related documentation, including system security plans, IT contingency plans, and privacy impact assessments for certification and accreditation efforts

Confidential

• Manager of communication-computer branch supporting Special Operations missions. Managed and directed section's daily operations
• Information Technology advisor for all IT acquisitions assisting with budget preparation and cost projections for information security projects
• Provided network administration of Secret Internet Protocol Router Network and Non-classified Internet Protocol Router Network domains and three additional classified networks
• Established technical infrastructure requirements, including Network Topology, Desktop Systems, Servers, and Wireless Access
• Performed maintenance of personal computers and peripheral equipment, identifying problems and providing appropriate solution
• Set up secure satellite reach back for internet/VPN connectivity via VSAT system
• Innovatively designed training plan for all communication personal
• Conducted routine vulnerability scans to identify vulnerabilities in networks, applications, and other systems

Confidential

Network Technician/Network Administrator

• Planned, coordinated, and implemented network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware for LAN/WAN users.
• Provided network service support to 2500 customers serviced by Charleston AFB. Administered unclassified and classified core services including network monitoring, electronic mail services, file servers, secure remote access, web servers and SANs
• Functioned as a Computer System Administrator CSA for the workplace installing patches and software, troubleshooting network connectivity issues, and maintaining user accounts through Microsoft Active Directory
• Provided technical advice and solutions for 102 Workgroup managers for all LAN/WAN systems
• Conducted base wide wireless site survey for access point locations
• Performed configuration and installation of network peripherals, server builds and re-image workstations and laptop computers
• Performed network system backups and recovery for network users
• Performed LAN drop surveys in newly acquired buildings and existing buildings, installing additional LAN drops for user expansion
• Configured VPN users account for remote access
• Demonstrated capacity to troubleshoot, configure network connectivity and security

Confidential

• Junior IT administrator that provided technical support for hardware/software configurations and applications.
• Provided technical support for hardware/software configurations and applications.
• Administered and supported local/LAN printers
• Administered/provided troubleshooting for Windows NT systems
• Responded to Remedy trouble tickets