Alexander LaBarbera
Information Systems Security Specialist
Kingston,RI
Summary
Information Systems Security Specialist and Systems Administrator with over 7 years of professional experience in IT and cybersecurity, specializing in database administration, systems hardening, and enterprise-level security compliance. Certified Security+ (IAT Level II), proficient in managing Windows and Linux environments, including SQL databases, Active Directory, Azure, web servers (IIS and Apache), and automation with Ansible. Experienced in disaster recovery planning, patch management, access control systems, and IT asset management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4033
4033
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Information Systems Security Specialist II
Indus Technology, Inc.
04.2024 - Current
- Support NMCI and NREN/RDTE systems with hardware, software, and network troubleshooting.
- Perform system updates, patches, and configuration changes ensuring security and compliance, including routine RHEL patching.
- Automate patching and configuration management using Ansible.
- Manage IT asset inventory, procurement, relocation, and disposal.
- Configure and deploy new workstations with all required hardware and software components.
- Document hardware setups, issues, and resolutions; produce performance and inventory reports.
System Administrator & Information Systems Security Manager
PacMar Technologies
07.2022 - 04.2024
- Appointed Rhode Island COMSEC Manager managing secure communications and room security protocols.
- Oversaw IT security, maintenance, and support for sensitive statewide systems as ISSM.
- Authored security policies and managed software upgrades across platforms, improving enterprise security and compliance.
- Administered Azure environments and assisted with web server hardening and troubleshooting (IIS and Apache).
- Managed SQL Server and Access database environments, including SolidWorks PDM database and permissions administration.
- Developed and maintained disaster recovery plans and backup procedures.
- Created and managed user accounts and permissions in Active Directory and related systems.
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
American Systems
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Conducted vulnerability scans using Nessus and ACAS; applied STIGs and hardening measures to Windows, RHEL, and Cisco ASA firewalls.
- Supported RMF compliance and advised on cybersecurity policies and user access controls.
- Authored user guides and trained staff on system security best practices.
Systems Administrator
Purvis Systems
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Supported lab users with system operational maintenance and patch management, including IA vulnerability alerts.
- Assisted in managing SQL Server and Access databases, including user account control and permissions.
- Performed backups and disaster recovery tasks; utilized Nessus and ACAS for vulnerability scanning.
Client Services Support
Network and Simulations Technologies, Inc. (Netsimco)
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Administered Active Directory, DNS configurations, and WSUS updates for client assets.
- Ran STIG and SCAP tools, conducted vulnerability scans, and ensured secure asset reintroduction.
- Provided hardware support and assisted with network technology including LENEL access control systems.
- Assisted in web server error resolution and hardening efforts.
IT Help Desk Support
Navatek LLC
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Delivered Tier I/II support for over 100 end users; managed onboarding/offboarding through Active Directory.
- Managed Azure environments and assisted with web server administration (IIS, Apache).
- Created deployment packages, managed Windows Server environments, and maintained compliance through patch management.
- Supported disaster recovery planning and executed data backups.
Telecom Technician
Network and Simulations Technologies, Inc. (Netsimco)
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Installed and troubleshot Ethernet, fiber, and cabling systems; maintained documentation and inventory.
- Assisted with migration and testing of IP phones, access control systems, and network devices.
- Supported hardware and software troubleshooting for clients.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Liberal Arts
Magdalen College of The Liberal Arts
Warner, NH05.2017
Associate’s Degree - Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2015
Skills
- Operating Systems: Windows Server, Windows 10, RHEL, Linux
- Databases: Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Microsoft Access
- Security: STIG/SCAP compliance, DISA, NIST policies, RMF processes
- Tools: Nessus, ACAS, Tenable, Red Hat Tower, Satellite
- Automation: Ansible
- Cloud: Microsoft Azure
- Web Servers: IIS, Apache (patching, hardening, troubleshooting)
- Identity Management: Active Directory, Azure AD, user account lifecycle management
- Backup & DR: Disaster recovery planning, backup systems implementation
- Access Control: LENEL security systems administration
- Scripting: PowerShell (encryption, TPM support, provisioning)
- Software: SolidWorks PDM database administration and patching
CCTV monitoring
Vulnerability assessment
Access control
Threat management
Certification
CompTIA Security+ (IAT Level II)
Timeline
Information Systems Security Specialist II
Indus Technology, Inc.
04.2024 - Current
System Administrator & Information Systems Security Manager
PacMar Technologies
07.2022 - 04.2024
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
American Systems
03.2022 - 05.2022
Systems Administrator
Purvis Systems
10.2021 - 03.2022
Client Services Support
Network and Simulations Technologies, Inc. (Netsimco)
09.2020 - 10.2021
IT Help Desk Support
Navatek LLC
10.2019 - 09.2020
Telecom Technician
Network and Simulations Technologies, Inc. (Netsimco)
10.2018 - 10.2019
Bachelor’s Degree - Liberal Arts
Magdalen College of The Liberal Arts
Associate’s Degree - Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
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