Andrea L Wingo

• Instructed adults and high school students in cybersecurity fundamentals and career pathways.
• Developed tailored Cybersecurity content addressing diverse student needs.
• Led courses 'Future Cybersecurity Professionals' and 'Cybersecurity-Starting Your New Career.'
• Facilitated engaging learning experiences to improve comprehension of cybersecurity concepts.
• Encouraged critical thinking and participation through dynamic classroom discussions.
• Enhanced skills and credentials by attending relevant meetings, training, and activities.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge in Cybersecurity by participating in conferences and workshops.
• Collaborated with fellow instructors to create comprehensive curriculum materials.
• Employed multimedia technologies, including audio-visual equipment and video projectors, during instruction.

• Advised County Board on technology integration in strategic planning and budgeting processes.
  Aligned technology capabilities with strategic objectives to enhance operational efficiency.
  Ensured County resilience against evolving cybersecurity threats through proactive measures.
  Supported data privacy initiatives to safeguard sensitive information.
  Promoted County as a prime location for information-centric enterprises by highlighting advantages.
  Assessed policy gaps related to emerging technologies and proposed actionable solutions.
  Addressed barriers to broadband connectivity, maximizing potential opportunities for residents.
  Extended access to County data, facilitating informed decision-making across departments.

• Implemented and managed comprehensive identity and access management solutions to secure organizational resources.
• Designed and enforced robust authorization policies using Role-Based Access Control and Attribute-Based Access Control for least privilege access.
• Led customer needs on ATD/ATO package submissions and associated deliverables.
• Provided guidance on access management best practices to internal stakeholders.
• Oversaw security authorization processes ensuring compliance with federal regulations, including FISMA, ICD 503, DCID 6/3, and NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-37 standards, SOPs, and procedures for Office of Technology Services System.
• Ensured readiness of all security authorization packages for Authorization and Accreditation.
• Conducted vulnerability-level risk assessments on the POA&M/Risk Assessment Worksheet.
• Developed and maintained security documentation, including Security Control Traceability Matrices and System Security Plans.

· Developed and optimized authentication protocols, including Multi-Factor Authentication and Single-Sign-On, enhancing security and user experience.

Led initiatives to automate user lifecycle management, improving access management efficiency.

Implemented defense-in-depth vendor security frameworks across enterprise infrastructure, specializing in supply chain threat modeling.

Conducted regular access reviews and audits to ensure compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and internal policies.

Established strategic partnerships with engineering and product teams to integrate security into development lifecycles.

Crafted technical documentation and delivered security briefings, translating complex concepts for diverse stakeholders.

Built cross-functional alliances that foster transparent security decision-making throughout the organization.

Orchestrated security programs with meticulous attention to detail, adapting initiatives to align with organizational priorities.

• Guided students through curriculum, enhancing understanding and academic performance.
  Conducted weekly check-ins to ensure accountability and track progress.
  Shared industry insights and career experiences to motivate students.
  Provided support tailored to individual student needs for optimal learning outcomes.

• Directed five-member cybersecurity team in vulnerability scanning and risk assessment across five networks.
• Generated quarterly vulnerability reports and metrics utilizing MS Access and Power BI.
• Executed threat hunting operations using Splunk, Sysmon, Redseal, and Mitre Att&ck methodologies.
• Conducted semi-quantitative analysis of cybersecurity risk based on NIST SP 800-30 framework.

· Exhibited extensive expertise in advanced threat detection and incident response across various security domains.

Led high-impact incident response operations as Incident Commander, coordinating teams during security breaches.

Applied analytical skills to dissect complex security challenges, identifying root causes and developing data-driven solutions.

Utilized threat intelligence platforms for proactive identification and prioritization of security vulnerabilities.

Streamlined processes to enhance operational efficiency within security frameworks through effective implementation strategies.

Communicated technical findings to executive stakeholders, translating complex issues into business risk context.

Monitored and escalated cyber anomalies across critical networks, providing first-line defense against threats.

Rapidly addressed cyber incidents, including malware penetrations and data leakages, maintaining investigation continuity.

• Conducted extensive background checks to assess eligibility for access to sensitive information and facilities.
• Developed standard operating procedures to strengthen personnel security processes.
• Implemented an employee training program to ensure adjudicative knowledge and consistency.
• Enhanced organizational security through rigorous clearance assessments and compliance with security standards.

• Executed Federal Personnel Background Investigations for OPM and various agencies.
• Administered over 35 cases monthly across extensive geographic regions.
• Conducted thorough interviews with subjects and relevant contacts for investigations.
• Prepared investigation reports in strict compliance with OPM guidelines.
• Evaluated individuals' trustworthiness for classified access, sensitive roles, and federal employment, enhancing national security.

• Oversaw SHARP Administrative Office to implement sexual harassment and assault prevention programs.
• Established 8th Human Resources Sustainment Center in Kuwait, supporting 33,000 U.S. personnel.
• Developed training materials for Warrant Officer Advanced Courses and HR Operations.
• Managed 23 postal contracts across 46 facilities, serving 190,000 U.S. Forces in Iraq.
• Optimized contracts, achieving savings of $2.3 million while enhancing service delivery.
• Created safe and inclusive work environments through effective program oversight.
• Enhanced HR support services across challenging environments to meet personnel needs.