LaRon Strong
Houston
Summary
Experienced professional with over20 years of dedicated service, retiring from the United States Air Force. Skilled in resolving hardware and software issues, managing network infrastructure, and overseeing large-scale technical programs. Proficient in threat identification, risk assessment, and secure network architecture, with a strong background in disaster recovery planning and compliance procedures. Recognized for driving operational efficiency, ensuring equipment readiness, and leading cross-branch team-building initiatives. Committed to advancing skills and education, with plans to pursue a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity. Ready to leverage extensive experience and technical expertise as an IT professional.
Diligent IT Infrastructure Specialist with solid background in monitoring and analyzing security systems to detect and prevent threats. Proven ability to develop and implement security measures that protect organizational assets, while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Demonstrated expertise in incident response and risk assessment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Analyst
- Developed content for, as well as performed the following task for Azure Sentinel (SIEM):
- Used custom PowerShell script to extract metadata from Windows Event Viewer to be forwarded to third party API in order to derive geolocation data
- Configured Log Analytics Workspace in Azure to ingest custom logs containing geographic Information (longitude, state/province, and country)
- Configured Azure Sentinel (Microsoft’s cloud SIEM) workbook to display global attack data (RDP brute force) on world map according to physical location and magnitude of attacks
System Administrator
- Developed content for, as well as performed the following task:
- Active Directory Administration:
- PowerShell: Automated provision, maintaining, and deprovisioning user accounts
- Setting up Remote Access Server (RAS) features to support NAT/PAT
- Implementation and maintenance of Windows DNS and DHCP services
- Configuration of Windows File Servers with implementation of quotas and NTFS permissions
Vulnerability Management
- Developed content for, as well as performed the following task:
- Installed and configured Nessus Essentials to perform credentialed vulnerability scans against Windows10 Host
- Implemented Vulnerability Management Function on sandbox networks:
- Discover, Prioritize, Assess, Report, Remediate, Verify
- Conducted vulnerability assessments with Nessus; remediated vulnerabilities
- Developed automated remediation process to preemptively deal with vulnerabilities stemming from Windows updates and third-party software
(Retired) Quality Assurance
United States Air Force
01.2004 - 08.2024
- Managed54 technicians/4 work centers &14 million dollar program with over 2.5 thousand life saving equipment items for320 Total Force Integration aircrew members
- Oversaw Database management System inspections repairs & repacks in support of 6 squadrons totaling 28 B-52Hs valued at 2.3 billion dollars
- Drove USS TRUMAN Carrier Strike Group Integration Plan
- Established Naval Support Facility sub-acct leading to 62 cryptic radio configurations that enabled Combat Search and Rescue and joint operations with 4 United States Navy F-18 aircraft
- Evaluated training & task certifications on 16 assigned personnel; ensures proficiency/qualification on 360 duty taskings
- Air Force representative for Joint Leadership Symposium; cultivated team building/leading principles enhancing relations between branches
- Facilitated lethal posture; mobilized 4 combat mission ready B-52 aircraft providing 2 million dollars in support assets for 311 Bomber Task Force personnel within 24 hours
- Ameliorated training shortfall; organized weekly training sessions completing 450 tasks for 5 months training 29 personnel, increasing certifications by 42%
Education
MS - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Western Governors University
01.2025
BS - Information Technology Management
American Military University
Charles Town, WV10.2022
AS - Aircrew Safety Systems
Community College Air Force
Montgomery, AL08.2011
Skills
- Access Control
- Cloud Networking
- Cryptography
- Hardware Configuration
- Help Desk
- Linux
- Mac Support
- Mobile Device Support
- Network Management & Security
- Operating Systems
- Routing & Switching
- Software Troubleshooting
- System Backup and Recovery
- Technical Support
- Virtualization
- Intrusion detection
- Endpoint security
- Identity and Access management
- Risk mitigation
Certification
- Dec2024 — Dec2027 CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist
- Jun2024 — Jun2027 CompTIA Security + CFHWRVBTINNBQQGJ
- Dec2024 — Dec2027 CompTIA IT Operations Specialist
- Dec2024 — Dec2024 CompTIA Network + YEB9R81SRMR4QHC9
- Sep2024 — Sep2027 CompTIA A+8WFNGENRFMQEQBK6
SECURITY CLEARANCE
Jan2023 — Aug2025 Secret Clearance
Timeline
(Retired) Quality Assurance
United States Air Force
01.2004 - 08.2024
Security Analyst
System Administrator
Vulnerability Management
BS - Information Technology Management
American Military University
AS - Aircrew Safety Systems
Community College Air Force
MS - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Western Governors University
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