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BRET L. CAMPBELL

Huntington Beach,CA

Summary

Versatile and results-driven IT Security Systems Administrator with extensive expertise in safeguarding enterprise environments by upholding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical infrastructure. Recognized for leading cross-functional initiatives, implementing robust security protocols, and proactively managing system upgrades to align with organizational goals. Combines sharp analytical skills with hands-on experience in endpoint and data protection. Excels in identifying and resolving complex issues, maximizing IT investments, and adapting to evolving security demands—always with a focus on collaboration, precision, and impact.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

IT Security Systems Administrator

National Oilwell Varco
11.2018 - Current
  • Currently responsible for three tools in our security stack:


SentinelOne System Admin 9-7-2020 to present


  • Oversee deployment and daily operations of SentinelOne (S1) Singularity XDR Software on ~34K endpoints (Windows, Linux and Mac).
  • Monitor agent health and ensure successful installation across required endpoints.
  • Work with diverse Business Units to ensure S1 is installed and functioning properly on various endpoints.
  • Configure and maintain endpoint protection using S1 Policy, Sites, Groups and Exclusions,
  • Administer console user accounts and permissions in strict alignment with the Principle of Least Privilege.
  • Troubleshoot possible performance issues caused by S1 and respond accordingly.
  • Routinely audit S1 to ensure proper configuration and use.
  • Audit statistics to identify deviations from baseline metrics.
  • Evaluate new agent software and update agents as necessary.


Endpoint Protector System Admin - 1-10-2023 to Present


  • Oversee deployment and daily operations of Netwrix Endpoint Protector (EPP) to enforce secure USB device usage on ~24K Windows endpoints.
  • Monitor agent health and ensure successful installation across required endpoints.
  • Configure and maintain EPP policies, permissions and Okta-integrated group assignments.
  • Audit statistics to identify deviations from baseline metrics.
  • Audit tool use and adjust user policy accordingly.
  • Create detailed playbooks for Service Desk to handle Level 1 EPP support requests.
  • Evaluate and deploy updated EPP server and agent software to maintain security and performance.
  • Administer console user accounts and permissions in strict alignment with the Principle of Least Privilege.


Carbon Black App Control System Admin 11-9-2018 to Present


  • Maintain Carbon Black App Control on a small feet of servers running legacy Windows operating systems, ~150 servers.

Systems Administrator

National Oilwell Varco
09.2007 - 11.2018
  • Lead team of five IT Support Technicians, troubleshooting computer hardware, software, operating systems, servers and network related issues, demonstrating proven communication, leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills to over 1400 users in 35 locations in Western US and Mexico.
  • Successfully managed expansion of Orange, CA campus from 4 buildings to 10 buildings, working with local facilities and corporate Network groups, ensured safe and secure infrastructure, accommodating data network cabling and equipment, resulting in reliable, campus-wide, network connectivity.
  • Working with IT technicians, Purchasing, Server Operations and Network groups, migrated offices of various acquisitions and divestitures to and from the NOV network/domain, ensuring acquired organizations were compatible with, and integrated into, corporate network circuits, network equipment, server storage and computers, ensuring a timely, smooth transition to company network.
  • Redesigned and implemented change to existing Machine Shop DNC system architecture from a system that stored CNC machine programs on local computers using wireless communication, securing more reliable architecture of wired connections utilizing centralized server storage and management, improving system uptime and reliability by 90%.

IT Technician

Businessware
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Provided IT support, on-site or via phone, for 9 major customers with 3-30 users within a wide range of unique businesses, updating or installing services with current technology, creating reliability, less downtime, and increased efficiency.
  • Kept accurate and detailed time records to ensure proper customer billing, differentiating services and rates, maximizing company’s consulting income.

Education

CompTIA Security+
08-2023

Courses - Windows MSCE

New Horizons Computer Learning Center
Anaheim, CA

Courses - Computer Science and Management

Coastline Community College
Huntington Beach, CA

Diploma - undefined

Huntington Beach High School

Skills

  • Proficient in SentinelOne Singularity XDR
  • Experience with Netwrix DLP solutions
  • Application control software proficiency
  • Experience with Windows Server environments
  • Proficient in Windows operating systems 7 to 11
  • PowerShell scripting
  • Data log analysis
  • Incident response
  • SIEM provider management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Self motivation

Timeline

IT Security Systems Administrator

National Oilwell Varco
11.2018 - Current

Systems Administrator

National Oilwell Varco
09.2007 - 11.2018

IT Technician

Businessware
01.2005 - 01.2007

Courses - Computer Science and Management

Coastline Community College

Diploma - undefined

Huntington Beach High School

CompTIA Security+

Courses - Windows MSCE

New Horizons Computer Learning Center
BRET L. CAMPBELL