SUMMARY:

• Over 14 years of electronics, networking and Customer Service experience. Proficient in Microsoft Server 2003/8, Exchange, ISA, Active Directory, HPUX, Red Hat Linux, Cisco, as well as Microsoft Office Suite and component level troubleshooting. Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint and Confidential . Familiarity with C++ and Java. Strong planner and problem solver, adapts readily to change and meet deadlines with ease. Ability to learn quickly, retain information and multitask efficiently in a fast paced environment. Well organized, detail oriented, self - motivated and friendly. Able to work well as a team member or independently.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Information Assurance Architect

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Served as Information Assurance Manager.
• Responsible for 3 Information Assurance Officers.
• Responsible for successful completion of Computer Test & Evaluation (CT&E) resulting in Authority to Operate (ATO) for newly released software packages.
• Instrumental in the implementation and transition to Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS).
• Performs vulnerability scans for four (classified and unclassified) test, development, and live systems using Retina scan engine and now ACAS
• Validated and updated system Defense Information Assurance and Accreditation (DIACAP) artifacts to be uploaded into Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) as well as program transition to Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Responsible for sustainment of TBMCS (Theater Battle Management Core System) including security patching, application upgrade, and accreditation, and documentation.
• Responsible for the sanitization of documentation being released to multiple entities for the program.

Deployed System Admin/Engineer

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Operates and maintains network architecture, communications, and crypto devices for a real time Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) platform in Kandahar, Afghanistan.
• As lead of four Ground Station Operators (GSO) ensured that issues during mission were quickly identified and corrected.
• Configures and troubleshoots computing hardware/software, servers, network systems, embedded computers, and common data link, to include RHEL, Windows, NetApp, and Cisco.
• Directs mission aircraft to tasked areas of interest via ground-air radio communications.
• As Information System Security Officer, ensured that updates were installed, vulnerability scans were completed and reported up the chain of command, as well as, maintaining personnel access was monitored and documented.
• Responsible for the proper loading, handling, and destruction of KEYMAT.

Information Assurance Analyst

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Performs vulnerability scans for the enterprise for three networks (classified and unclassified) using Retina scan engine and REM scan manager.
• Processes and computes scan data into reports up the chain of command to present the vulnerability level of systems throughout the network.
• Responsible for updating and troubleshooting Retina scan engines.
• Part of analyst team to test ACAS integration into the enterprise.

Information Systems Technician First Class

USS Ramage

Responsibilities:

• Lead administrator for Naval Tactical Command Support System (NTCSS). Responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of HPUX server and databases. Administered databases locally and remotely via command line interface to ensure the proper operation of the server, database, and user accounts.
• Red Had Linux and Cisco administrator for Automated Digital Network System (ADNS) controlling all off-ship connectivity for multiple classified networks and phones.
• As command Information Assurance Manager responsible for the security of the above listed networks as well as reporting of security violations and malicious activity to Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command (NCDOC).
• Ensured the command networks received an Authority to Operate (ATO) by creating, maintaining, submitting and requesting approval of site accreditation in accordance with DIACAP.
• Effectively manages manpower and resources as Leading Petty Officer of nine people.
• Responsible for ensuring smooth daily operations of the command's IT division, performing tasks on a scheduled and "as-needed" basis.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operation and management of multiple HF, UHF, SHF and EHF communications circuits as well as maintaining the commands IP services to include 10 servers (8 Microsoft, 1 HPUX, 1 Sun Solaris), 6 Alcatel Omni 9WX-+ switches, 1 Confidential server, 4 Cisco routers and 150 workstations on two different networks simultaneously.
• Perform audits of command network usage, storage and web surfing.
• Directly engaged with senior leadership on a daily basis by means of reports in various formats.
• As Alternate EKMS Manager, responsible for the accountability and documentation of more than 2,500 line items and two local elements including cryptographic equipment (KG-40, KG-84, KIV-7, KY-58, KGV-11, KG-175).

Information Systems Technician Second Class

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Primary duties included providing Internet and VoIP services to downrange personnel via mobile satellite suite.
• Provided secondary communications support to teams on mission.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining personnel network accounts as well as installing network resources throughout temporary sites.
• Trained newly assigned personnel on the use of portable satellite networking equipment.

Information Systems Technician

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Lead Technician and supervisor of 5 personnel assigned to administer classified network.
• Responsible for ensuring the network remained fully operational to support 300+ users at 5 different locations.
• As Information System Security Officer responsible for ensuring all user was completed as well as maintaining the security of the network by developing Standard Operating Procedures that outlined procedures for all levels of usage.
• Instrumental in the installation and configuration of new regional node consisting of nine Dell servers, four Cisco routers, two Cisco switches, four Tandberg HD VTC suites, and more than 250 workstations at 5 off-site locations.

Information Systems Technician Second Class

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Message processor for all Naval Messages originating from the command.
• Responsible for patching and maintaining data and voice circuits for the ship and attached air wing in support of OIF missions. Including HF, VHF, UHF, SHF, and EHF.
• Encrypted Key Management System (EKMS) Clerk for over 4000 line items of cryptographic material.
• Responsible for the loading and configuration of crypto devices (KWR-46, KG-84, KIV-7, KY-58, KG-175) to ensure secure communication on data and voice circuits.

Fire Controlman Second Class

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Lead technician and supervisor of 6 personnel assigned to maintain and troubleshoot AN/UYQ-21 Data Display Suite.
• Responsible for the daily rollover of crypto in KG-40 to maintain Link-11.
• Primary duties include the identification and correction of component level faults in display consoles (OJ-451 & OJ-535) as well as the processing suite converting radar input to visual output on consoles.
• Performed preventative and corrective maintenance on Combat Direction Center's Video wall.