Aaron Walker
Summary
Experienced Information Systems Security Officer with a strong background in safeguarding organizational IT infrastructure against a wide range of cyber threats. Skilled in managing advanced security tools, ensuring compliance with industry and government regulations, and leading risk management initiatives. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Information Systems Security Officer
Raytheon Technologies
05.2023 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments to identify, evaluate, and mitigate security weaknesses across the organization.
- Conduct SCAP scans and C3s on systems being introduced to the network.
- Utilize security information and event management (SIEM) and advanced analytics tools to efficiently detect threats.
- Develop a complete and effective System Security Plan (SSP) to obtain a new ATO for the program.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and frameworks such as RMF and NIST SP 800-53.
- Prepare infrastructure for comprehensive and detailed customer inspections.
- Audit Windows systems, Netapp, VDI, Software installs, User Accounts, and Symantec (Anti-Virus).
- Conduct frequent patch scans to identify critical and high vulnerabilities on all systems within the infrastructure.
- Guide junior security staff, providing leadership, training, and support to enhance the overall effectiveness of the security team.
- Work closely with other departments, including IT and engineering, to integrate security measures into business processes and systems.
Information Systems Security Officer
Raytheon Technologies
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted in daily monitoring of security systems, including intrusion detection and prevention systems, to identify and respond to potential threats.
- Attended and participated in weekly meetings with the customer to provide updates on security posture and status.
- Supported the enforcement of organizational security policies and procedures
- Conducted response to security incidents, including documenting, analyzing, and escalating issues as necessary.
- Evaluated and mitigated security risks associated with new projects or systems.
- Provided training to end users to improve overall awareness and consistency of security.
- Participated in frequent vulnerability assessments and scans to identify and address security weaknesses.
Cybersecurity Analyst Intern
Raytheon Technologies
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Developed and revised a new Cyber Incident Response Plan (CIRP) for the organizational cybersecurity department.
- Lead a presentation regarding the future goals and alignment of cybersecurity to the president of Raytheon.
- Helped monitor network and system security alerts to identify potential threats or vulnerabilities.
Technical Support Officer
Grand Canyon University
09.2020 - 04.2022
- Provided technical support to students, faculty, and staff via phone and messaging to address hardware, software, and network issues.
- Assisted in ensuring the security of college IT systems by adhering to established policies and procedures, including user authentication and data protection.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date documentation for troubleshooting procedures and user guides.
- Provided exceptional customer service by being responsive, empathetic, and effective in addressing user concerns and technical challenges.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2022
Skills
- Auditing System Hardware, Software, & Network
- Incident Response
- Network Security
- Cybersecurity Tools: Splunk, Nessus, Symantec, etc
- Operating Systems: Windows & Linux
- Data/Log Collection & Analysis
- Team Collaboration
- Government Compliance
- Risk Assessment
- Access control management
Clearance - Secret 2021
DoD Government Clearance
Certification
- Security + Certification
Timeline
Information Systems Security Officer
Raytheon Technologies
05.2023 - Current
Information Systems Security Officer
Raytheon Technologies
05.2022 - 05.2023
Cybersecurity Analyst Intern
Raytheon Technologies
05.2021 - 09.2021
Technical Support Officer
Grand Canyon University
09.2020 - 04.2022
- Security + Certification
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity
Grand Canyon University
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